Be Healthy Recipe of the Month:
Southwest Turkey Burgers with Corn Salsa
This healthy recipe is a perfect treat for the summer time. Enjoy the Southwest Turkey Burger at a summer BBQ or grilling out with the family.
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Is It Time To Go To The Emergency Room?
In a clear emergency, getting to the hospital is a no-brainer. But what about when your symptoms aren't as severe? How do you know when it's time to visit the emergency room?
» Find out if you should head to the ER

The Dark Side of the Bright Sun
Summer cookouts, swimming and beach excursions are fun activities for summer, but don't forget to apply the sunscreen. While summer keeps everybody busy, it's easy to forget that prolonged exposure to the sun may trigger melanoma.
»Learn how to protect yourself against the sun

Ask a Doctor
Q.I've recently been diagnosed with type 2 Diabetes. Can you tell me how to adjust my lifestyle in order to manage and control this disease?
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Top 10 Tips for a 'Healthier' Eating Out Experience
Whether it's meeting up with friends over lunch or ordering carry out for your busy family, eating out is a part of our lives. We eat out because it's fun, not to mention quick and easy. The question, is it healthy?
»Get the 10 tips

Stay Healthy in Your Golden Years
For most older people, good health and an active lifestyle is an achievable goal with proper nutrition, medical check-ups, treatment of common risk factors, and attention to personal safety.
»Learn how to stay healthy as you age

Childbirth Classes Offer Unexpected Benefits
When Mary Dunne took childbirth classes at Lakewood Hospital five years ago, she had high expectations for a good educational experience. Not only did the classes prepare her for labor and delivery, they also provided her with friendships that have endured ever since.
»Learn more about childbirth classes

Summer Boredom Busters
Managing work and a busy family schedule can be difficult, especially during the summer when children are out of school.
»Find out the Summer Boredom Busters

Save The Dates! The Art of Benefiting Our Community! Starry Night Star your calendar to attend Lakewood Hospital's premier summer event, Starry Night. Come and mingle with friends, enjoy delicious gourmet food and cocktails and bid on original artwork during our live and silent auctions. All proceeds benefit the Lakewood Hospital Diabetes and Endocrine Center and Lakewood Arts Festival Scholarship Fund »For more information, call 216.529.7009 or to buy your ticket online, click here. Information and Support for Caregivers and Family Members of the Elderly Are you caring for an aging relative? If so, it can be a difficult time for you and your family. At this informative caregiver's series, you will learn more about the skills, knowledge and resources that are available to help you provide the care necessary while taking better care of yourself. Geriatric specialists from Lakewood Hospital's SeniorCare Assessment Center will share their experience and insight with you in a relaxed setting. Guests are welcome to attend any or all of the free information sessions. Dates: July 15 - Managing dementia and confusion July 22 – Community resources for caregivers of the elderly July 29 - Focus on caregiver's needs: Q&A Location: Rocky River Senior Center, 21014 Hilliard Blvd., Rocky River Time for each session: 6 - 7 p.m. Reservations are required, please call 440-331-1114. Natural Childbirth Options Maureen Stein-Vavro, certified nurse midwife, will discuss personalized birth experience options such as natural childbirth, warm water immersion and the philosophy of nurse midwifery services. Dates: Tuesdays, August 4, or September 1 Time: 7 – 9 p.m. Location: Lakewood Hospital Community Health Center, 1450 Belle Avenue (across from hospital), third floor triangle room. For reservations, please call 877-234-3488. Parkinson's disease Update Parkinson's disease is classified as a movement disorder that alters walking and talking as well as impairment of mental functioning. It usually affects people older than 50 but may be seen at younger ages. Ilia Itin, MD, Cleveland Clinic neurologist, will discuss diagnostic tools as well as treatment options and plans of care. Where: Westlake Village, 28550 Westlake Village Road. (corner of Schwartz and Center Ridge Roads) Date: Thursday, July 16 Time: 1 – 2 pm. Reservations: 1-877-234-3488