Winter 2009



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Wellington Regional
Is Now a Primary
Stroke Center
Be a Step Ahead
of Diabetes
Retinopathy: A
Common Complication of Premature Birth
Novalis Creates
Positive Outlook for Lung Cancer Patient
Major Advance
in Ovarian Cancer Biomarker
Osteoporosis -- Prevention Saves Lives
Bariatric Surgery
Life-Changing for
Patient with Diabetes
Support Groups
Past Issues







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Retinopathy: A Common Complication of Premature Birth
Infants who are born prematurely -- before the 37th week of gestation -- are not as fully developed as full-term babies and may face a host of health challenges, including low birth weight, breathing problems and underdeveloped organs and organ systems. Many premature infants need to remain in the hospital until their health is stable, sometimes for days or even weeks.

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Major Advance in Ovarian Cancer Biomarker

Detecting abnormal HE4 levels in the bloodstream at an earlier stage may give more women a fighting chance against this deadly disease.

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Bariatric Surgery Life-Changing for Patient with Diabetes

At age 61, Nick Delapi feared that he wouldn't live long enough to retire from his position as a field manager for the American Automobile Association.

Wellington Regional Is Now a Primary Stroke Center

At Wellington Regional members of the Stroke Alert Team work together to provide direct care to the patient and assist the ER physician in the rapid diagnosis of the acute stroke event.

Be a Step Ahead
of Diabetes

Ignoring your feet is a mistake if you have diabetes.

Join us for a lecture:
"A Proactive Approach to Diabetic Foot Care"
Tuesday, June 9, 2009, 10:00 AM
Call 798-9880 to reserve your seat.

Osteoporosis -- Prevention
Saves Lives

There are steps you can take to strengthen your bones and lower your risk for fractures.

Join us for a lecture:
"Osteoporosis & Fracture Prevention"
Thursday, June 11, 2009, 12:30 PM
Call 798-9880 to reserve your seat.


Wellington Regional Medical Center,
10101 Forest Hill Blvd.
Wellington, FL 33414
(561) 798-8500