Have you heard the expression 50 is the new 30? If so, the message probably came courtesy of a Baby Boomer. The largest U.S. demographic, followed closely by Millennials, is continually redefining what it means to grow older. Baby Boomers and their collective efforts are changing views on aging by throwing off the shackles of…
Medication safety in the hospital means getting the right dose of the right medication at the right time, all while avoiding any adverse reactions with your other medications. At the center of the healthcare team is a hospital pharmacist ensuring all of these pieces come together. Summit Medical Center Pharmacy Manager Jessie Ritter, PharmD. RPh.,…
If you find yourself counting sheep most nights, you are probably suffering from some type of insomnia. Whether acute or chronic, insomnia not only takes a toll on your day-to-day life, but can also affect your overall health. Recently, Summit Medical Center family practice physician Joe Mickelson, M.D., sat down with K2 Radio’s Brian Scott to discuss what might be causing your sleepless nights and steps you can take to recapture your zzz’s.