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Stormont-Vail Welcomes Jakica Tancabelic, M.D.
Stormont-Vail HealthCare is proud that Jakica Tancabelic, M.D., a pediatric hematologist/oncologist has joined the Cotton-O'Neil medical staff. Dr. Tancabelic is now taking appointments.
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Stormont-Vail HealthCare employees donate $290,124.23 to United Way
Stormont-Vail HealthCare employees raised $290,124.23 for the United Way 2009 campaign, an increase of $22,953.89 or 8.5 percent from the previous year, making it the highest amount ever donated by Stormont-Vail employees in the organization’s history.
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Making Healthy Choices in 2010
Reducing your risk of heart disease cannot be done without considering what you are consuming on a daily basis. It is important to give your body balanced nutrition by eating a variety of nutrient dense foods. A healthy eating plan low in saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol can help to prevent the build up of cholesterol in your arteries decreasing your risk for heart attack, stroke and other health problems.
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125 Years 125 Reasons
2009 Stormont-Vail Community Report

2009 Nursing Report

Stormont-Vail HealthCare Excellence in Nursing Awards Announced
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For Cotton-O'Neil Patients:
For information on the availability of H1N1 and/or seasonal flu vaccine, please contact your primary care physician's office.
Just the Facts: 2009 Influenza Season
There have been many headlines and public discussion about the upcoming flu season, particularly concern about the H1N1 influenza A, initially known as the swine flu. The situation is of high concern to public health officials because H1N1 influenza A is a novel virus one that has not been seen in humans before so it is unlikely that anyone has a natural immunity to it. H1N1 influenza has been confirmed in Kansas.
For updates about H1N1 and vaccination information through Stormont-Vail HealthCare and Cotton-O'Neil and PediatricCare Clinics, call the Stormont-Vail flu information line at (785) 354-6789. If you have questions about influenza or influenza-like symptoms and wish to speak to a nurse after regular office hours or weekend and holidays, call Health Connections at (785) 354-5225. During office hours, please contact your primary care physician.
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Winter Issue of Healthy Times Provides Health News and Resources
The Winter 2009-10 issue of Healthy Times offers insight into the new Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Stormont-Vail HealthCare, as well as information about new physicians, health resources at the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library recommended by Topeka doctors, and how to eat out in a healthy way.
Read the Stormont-Vail quarterly publication online or get a copy in Cotton-O'Neil clinics or at the library. You can also call Health Connections at (785) 354-5225 to have the publication mailed free to your home.
Are you a Physical Therapist looking to be a part of a great team?
Stormont-Vail HealthCare has physical therapy opportunities – providing therapy in the hospital and at our clinic -- for individuals with a BS, MS or PhD in Physical Therapy from an accredited school of Physical Therapy.
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Society of Thoracic Surgeons Ranks Stormont-Vail HealthCare Cardiac Surgery
Program Among Nation’s Top 10 percent for Third Consecutive Time
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Acting F.A.S.T. Can Save a Life
As with most health-related illnesses, the sooner you get treated for a stroke, the better your chances of surviving or minimizing side effects. Learn in the Fall 2009 Healthy Times how a stroke is not always recognizable and how the F.A.S.T. message can help you learn about stroke symptoms.
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Substance Abuse Program Treats Addiction
and Mental Health
Stormont-Vail's Substance Abuse program helps you overcome your addiction, and if needed, depression, anxiety or other mental health concerns.
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You Can Now Pay Your Bill Online!
Stormont-Vail Regional Health Center and Cotton-O’Neil Clinic now have an online bill pay system. Check out our free Online Business Office to pay your bill in a simple, quick and secure way or check your account information.
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Now Available!
Refill Your Medical Arts Pharmacy Prescriptions Online:
With a few clicks, you can refill your prescription. It’s easy and secure.
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Cotton-O’Neil Clinical Research Center Clinical Trials Now Enrolling
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