Hepatitis C: Know the Facts
Millions of people in the United States have hepatitis C, although many will never show any signs or symptoms of the disease. Check out this infographic…
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Tips for Gardening with Children
Creating a garden is a wonderful way to involve your whole family in a healthy, enjoyable hobby. Gardening has been shown to have many physical and…
History of Nursing Caps at Mercy – Infographic
Nursing caps have a long and storied history in the medical field and are still widely recognized as an international symbol for the nursing profession. So…
Things to Know About Pet Allergies
People love their pets. According to the 2012 U.S. Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook, more than 43 million households own a dog and more than 36…
When it comes to a stroke, Time=Brain
Many of us think that strokes are one of those things that only happen to other people. You may be surprised know- one out of six…
Mercy Legacy – Sister Mary Zita
Sister Mary Zita Brennan, known as Mercy’s “baby sister,” was born to a poor Kilkenny family on a cold, damp St. Patrick’s Day. A premature baby,…
The Importance of Saying “No” – A blog post about being happier.
It’s an understatement to say modern life is busy. When elementary school students have just as busy schedules as their overworked parents and social calendars include…
Tension-Reducing Exercises
Traffic gets worse. It’s your busy season at work. The kids are arguing. Your shoulders tense, your neck aches, you feel as if your head is…
Cooking and Meal Planning Ideas for the Sick
When you’re feeling under the weather–especially due to a chronic or severe condition–preparing and eating a healthy meal isn’t always a high priority. Helping a sick…
Expertise for the Expecting – LiveUp Live Chat Sneak Peek
On April 30, Mercy Medical Center will be providing moms and moms-to-be with a unique opportunity to pose their most burning questions to our doctors, with…