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Patient successes demonstrate the quality of care and provide a sense of validation for the hard work team members put forth each day. Read this inspiring testimonial and celebrate the positive impact we have together on patient lives! #HealthcareInAction #InspiringStories

The U.S. Surgeon General issued an urgent advisory on the mental health and well-being of parents, calling for more support to help parents and caregivers thrive. With parents reporting higher levels of stress compared to other adults, it's clear that the pressures of parenting can take a toll on mental health. However, this doesn’t need to be your story. Take charge with our mental health toolkit https://ow.ly/kuLU50TCuaw

It’s easy to track your child’s physical health, but mental health can be harder to see. Break generational curses with a “mental health toolkit” to promote positive mental health and help your family cope with tough times. https://ow.ly/mOnZ50TCu6s

Congrats to one of UM UCH's Team Members of the Month for August 2024! 🌟🎉 Join us in celebrating Outpatient Speech Pathologist Karlie Mitchum for demonstrating our core value of excellence. #TeamMemberoftheMonth #Recognition #UMUCHCommunity

Chest pain can be frightening, and knowing when and where to seek treatment is crucial. Refer to this infographic for more information on where to go. #Healthcare

For too long, society has let outdated ideas about mental health keep people from getting the help they deserve. It’s time to break those generational curses and flip the script. Therapy isn’t just for a select few—it’s a tool for anyone looking to level up. Ready for a healthier, happier you? Give therapy a try this year. Whether you’re working through long-standing issues or need someone to talk to, it’s a step in the right direction. https://ow.ly/LUsC50TCqqE

⭐EVS Aide Salah Amoon Praised for Exceptional Work Ethic⭐ Recently, CT Technologist Mary recognized EVS Aide Salah Amoon for doing such a great job. “Without even being asked, he came into the CT control room and cleaned the vents,” said Mary. “Salah is always helpful…and he always has a smile”, she added. Salah's manager, Roosevelt Karmo, echoed Mary's sentiments, commending Salah for his dedication and high-quality work. “Salah takes pride in what he does each day and does it well,” he said. Thank you, Salah, for your outstanding contributions and positive spirit!

Did you know? 18% of the people who die in fatal crashes on Halloween are children? If you’re driving this Halloween, here are some ways to stay safe: never text and drive, never drive impaired, turn on headlights to make yourself more visible, look for children crossing the street, slow down in residential neighborhoods, and obey all traffic signs and signals. https://ow.ly/4Qql50TCpUn

Happy Indigenous Peoples' Day from UM UCH. Today, we honor and celebrate Indigenous communities' vibrant cultures, traditions, and resilience. Let's take this opportunity to listen, learn, and amplify their voices. #IndigenousPeoplesDay #IndigenousCulture #AmplifyIndigenousVoices

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on one of the most common cancers affecting women worldwide. Early detection is key to fighting breast cancer, and mammograms are one of the most effective tools we have. Encourage your loved ones to schedule their screening. It's a simple step that could save a life. Remember, awareness leads to action, and action leads to survival. Learn more at umuch.org/breast #BreastCancerAwareness #MammogramsSaveLives #EarlyDetectionIsKey