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Mercy Memorial Hospital System signed a letter of intent to join ProMedica, a not-for-profit, multi-hospital system based in Toledo, Ohio.

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ProMedica Toledo Hospital receives the 2014 Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award™. This is the fifth consecutive year the hospital was recognized with the safety award.

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Announcement that ProMedica host "Strike Out Stroke" at the May 16th Toledo Mud Hens game.

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ProMedica provides treatment when traditional stroke approach is not an option

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ProMedica, a nonprofit healthcare organization serving northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan, is partnering with the Alliance to End Hunger to host Come to the Table, a summit in Washington, D.C., to broaden the dialogue nationally about addressing hunger as a health issue.

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Fremont-based Memorial Hospital has officially become a member of the ProMedica system.

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During Breast Cancer Awareness Month women are reminded of the importance of getting regular screening mammograms, depending on their age and individual risk factors. However, for those with dense breast tissue, a mammogram alone may not be enough.

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According to a 12-week study, Nia significantly reduced fatigue and upper mobility in patients receiving radiation therapy.

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Cleveland Clinic and ProMedica will work together to create a clinically aligned network. ProMedica President and CEO Randy Oostra says the two organizations will collaborate to address current and emerging national issues in health care.

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Food insecurity, or an inadequate intake of food due to lack of resources, affected almost one in six U.S. households in 2011. Overall, more than 50 million people, including almost 17 million children, suffer from food security issues at some time each year. In Ohio, more than 2 million residents are experiencing food insecurity. In this white paper, we examine the extent of hunger in America, the inextricable links of hunger to poor health, and the need to consider hunger as a health issue to make the changes needed.

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer (cancer of the colon or rectum) is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Approximately 140,000 Americans are diagnosed with colorectal cancer each year, and more than 50,000 die from it.

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After months of preparation Paramount Advantage was officially offered a statewide provider agreement by the Office of Medical Assistance. To support the expansion, Paramount will open new offices in Cleveland, Columbus and the Cincinnati/Dayton area this year.

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Toledo, Ohio-based ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit healthcare organization formed in 1986. ProMedica has more than 14,300 employees and nearly 1,700 physicians with more than 400 healthcare providers employed by ProMedica Physicians.

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Two Ohio healthcare organizations collaborate to build a multimillion dollar skilled nursing and rehabilitation center.

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New Promedica Autism Center offers comprehensive programs and services.

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Robotic surgery offers many benefits over traditional procedures for patients who need urologic, gynecologic or cardiothoracic procedures, including reduced risk of complications and faster recovery. Robotic surgery also offers advanced capabilities to help surgeons provide better clinical outcomes than conventional open and minimally invasive surgeries.

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Keep "trick-or-treaters" safe this Halloween! Parents may be surprised to learn, twice as many children are fatally injured while walking on Halloween as compared to any other day of the year. It is up to parents and drivers to ensure that children stay safe and away from emergency rooms on Halloween. It is important for parents to emphasize safe pedestrian behaviors before trick-or-treating and to remember to make certain that costumes are both creative and safe.

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Erica Krause, MSN, CNM, received her Master of Science in nursing with a concentration in nurse-midwifery from Wayne State University in Detroit, Mich. She was awarded her board-certification from the American Midwifery Certification Board in August 2011. She also has experience as a labor and delivery nurse and holds certification in inpatient obstetrics. Krause is currently a certified nurse-midwife with Certified Nurse-Midwives of Toledo, based at ProMedica Toledo Hospital.

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ProMedica Toledo Hospital will present the first-ever ECHL outdoor game in downtown Toledo.

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ProMedica President and CEO Randy Oostra will join leaders from government agencies and academia to help boost Ohio's economic prosperity by supporting companies and organizations committed to job creation, research, developing new technology-based products, and innovation.

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Besides skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common form of cancer diagnosed among women in the United States. In 2011, an estimated 230,480 new cases of invasive breast cancer were expected to be diagnosed among women, as well as an estimated 2,140 cases among men. The seriousness of breast cancer is strongly influenced by what stage the disease is in when first diagnosed. Mammograms can usually identify an abnormal breast lump as much as two years before you can detect it in a self-exam.

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About 1.6 million Americans are expected to be diagnosed with cancer this year. It is a frightening statistic. However, the good news is that more people are surviving cancer these days because they are being diagnosed and treated much earlier.

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Today, ProMedica opened the doors to a new 4,000-square-foot cancer and infusion center in northwest Ohio.

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Every 34 seconds someone has a heart attack. One in four deaths in the United States is due to heart disease. ProMedica Toledo Hospital now has an onsite cardiologist available 24/7.

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Parents are making five critical, but fixable, mistakes when using car seats, according to new data announced by Safe Kids Worldwide and the General Motors Foundation. With so many safety features now available in both cars and car seats, parents are urged to make sure their kids are getting every advantage by taking the time to do a 15-minute at-home checkup.

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In a 2011 nationwide survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 20 percent of high school students reported being bullied while at school, and an estimated 16 percent reported being bullied electronically.

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The Edwards SAPIEN Valve used at ProMedica Toledo Hospital is the first TAVR therapy approved for use in the United States.

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Therapists and physicians at ProMedica Sports Care are using the Apple iPad and other cutting-edge technology to treat and communicate with patients. For example, to help a patient better understand a diagnosis, specialists use iPads to show actual images of the problem.

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Children under age 4 account for about 10 percent of the 115 million emergency room visits a year. The most common reasons are for respiratory illness and fever, followed by injuries and vomiting/diarrhea.

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In a recent poll of U.S. individuals 65 years old and older, researches found that 51% take at least five different prescription drugs regularly. 57% of those polled admit that they forget to take their medications.

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ProMedica has entered into a collaborative business relationship with Cleveland Clinic as part of a national Innovation Alliance network to help commercialize medical innovations.

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The U.S. Surgeon General estimates that approximately 1 in 5 children and adolescents experiences the signs and symptoms of a mental health disorder during the course of a year, and that about 1 in 10 children experiences “significant functional impairment” as a result. Mental health disorders can last for short periods of time or potentially for a lifetime. But it is important for patients and his or her loved ones to understand that with proper treatment he or she can return to normal daily life.

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Almost everyone suffers from headache pain occasionally, but for 36 million Americans, intense, debilitating headaches accompanied by other neurological symptoms — also known as migraine syndrome — are a source of physical misery that can have a devastating effect on their quality of life. It is estimated that the medical expenses and loss of productivity caused by migraine costs Americans $20 billion annually.

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Bariatric surgeries in the U.S. increased by more than 206,000 between 1998 and 2008. Recent studies has shown bariatric surgery to provide patients with additional health benefits, such as reduced risk of death from heart attack, treatment for hypertension, high cholesterol, obstructive sleep apnea, and improved Type 2 diabetes outcomes.

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Every year, thousands of families end their 4th of July celebration with a visit to the emergency room due to injuries caused by fireworks. While fireworks can be fun and exciting, but can also be dangerous. A special study conducted by U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission staff found that 65 percent of all fireworks injuries in 2011 were sustained during the 30 days surrounding the Independence Day holiday. More than half of these injuries were the result of unexpected ignition of the device or consumers not using fireworks as intended.

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Autism is diagnosed in one out of every 88 children in the United States and almost one in 54 boys. Having a child diagnosed with autism can be an overwhelming experience that leaves parents unsure of how to proceed. There are a variety of approaches to treatment but it is important to match a child’s specific needs with treatments or strategies that are likely to be effective in moving him/her closer to established goals.

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Kaitlyn's Cottage is named after 18-year-old Kaitlyn Shock of Defiance, Ohio. In 2000, she was diagnosed with Rett Syndrome, a nervous system disorder that leads to developmental reversals particularly in language and hand usage. Her grandparents, Sharon and Dan Farrell, donated $1 million toward building the facility.

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ProMedica Flower Hospital is the only hospital in three states -- Indiana, Ohio and West Virginia -- to receive Platinum-level recognition for performance excellence, innovation and visionary leadership in health care according to internationally-recognized Malcolm Baldrige Criteria.

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ProMedica and The University of Toledo (UT) announced the opening of a new BioRepository to help researchers find new and improved treatments for cancer and other medical conditions, including autism, Alzheimer’s disease and diabetes.

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ProMedica is working with Share Our Strength to bring together elected officials, corporations, government agencies and nonprofits to connect kids to federal child nutrition programs.