October 3, 2024
Next Week's Calendar
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October 3
Blood Pressure Screening11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Bridges of Carroll County, 417 Main Street, Savanna
Open to the public; no cost or registration required.
October 6
Walk to Remember1 p.m.
FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 West Stephenson Street, Freeport (near Harlem Ave. intersection)
A special, outdoor ceremony for parents and families who have lost a baby (through miscarriage, stillbirth or newborn loss) to share their grief and remember their loved one. All families are welcome – whether you are a patient of FHN or not. Please RSVP at fhn.org/walktoremember or by calling 815-801-4180.
October 9
Blood Pressure Screening12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
St. John’s Lutheran Church, 625 Country Lane, Lena
Open to the public; no cost or registration required.
Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinic
3 – 6 p.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport
Get your flu shot without getting out of your car! Adult-only clinic is $35 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $85 (high-dose for 65+) cash, credit card, or check payable to FHN. There will be no out-of-pocket expense if you are covered by Medicare Part B or a Medicare HMO accepted by FHN. Please make sure your upper arm is accessible. For more information, visit www.fhn.org/flu2024.
October 10
Blood Pressure Screening10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Salvation Army, 106 W. Exchange Street, Freeport
Open to the public; no cost or registration required.
Flu Shot Clinic
1 – 3 p.m.
Mest Manor, 525 Third Street, Savanna
Adult-only clinic is $35 (trivalent for adults under age 65) or $85 (high-dose for 65+) cash or check payable to FHN. No out-of-pocket expense if you are over 65 and covered by Medicare Part B or a Medicare HMO accepted by FHN (list available at each location – covered persons MUST present the Medicare HMO card instead of the Medicare card for billing process). No other insurance coverage can be processed. Per government regulations, no Medicaid cards can be accepted. All clinics based on availability of vaccine. For more information, visit www.fhn.org/flu2024.
Breastfeeding Support Group
2 p.m.
Freeport Public Library, 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport
Bring your baby and join other moms to share knowledge and talk about the most up-to-date breastfeeding information. Discussions will be led by lactation experts from the FHN/SCHD Breastfeeding Task Force. This group is open to all moms and free to attend; visit fhn.org/breastfeedingtaskforce for more information.
October 11
Flu Shot Clinic with Blood Pressure Screening9 a.m. - noon
Carroll County Senior Center, 17612 Benton Street, Mount Carroll
Adult-only clinic is $35 (trivalent for adults under age 65) or $85 (high-dose for 65+) cash or check payable to FHN. No out-of-pocket expense if you are over 65 and covered by Medicare Part B or a Medicare HMO accepted by FHN. For more information, visit www.fhn.org/flu2024. Blood pressure screening is free and open to the public.
October 12
Heartsaver: First Aid, CPR & AED8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Globe Room, Lower Level FHN Memorial Hospital, 1045 W. Stephenson Street, Freeport
Hands-on learning program to teach members how to perform high-quality CPR, first aid, and proper Automated External Defibrillator (AED) use in adults, children, and infants. The course is $60, which includes student workbook and CPR certification card that is valid for 2 years. Registration is required. Visit fhn.org/heartsaver-first-aid-cpr-aed.asp, call 815-599-6707, or email [email protected].
Walk with a Doc
8 a.m.
Krape Park, 1799 S. Park Boulevard, Freeport
Free family- and pet-friendly walk and chat led by FHN providers and health professionals. Meet the group by the concession stand for this safe, fun, and FREE way to spend 30-45 minutes as you get some steps, learn about health, and meet new friends. Visit fhn.org/WWAD for more information and a schedule.
Drive-Through Flu Shot Clinic
8-10 a.m.
FHN Family Healthcare Center – Burchard Hills, 1010 W. Fairway Drive, Freeport
Get your flu shot without getting out of your car! Adult-only clinic is $35 (quadrivalent for adults under age 65) or $85 (high-dose for 65+) cash, credit card, or check payable to FHN. There will be no out-of-pocket expense if you are covered by Medicare Part B or a Medicare HMO accepted by FHN. Please make sure your upper arm is accessible. For more information, visit www.fhn.org/flu2024.
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Coming up in this week's issue of The Focus you'll find: FHN Specialists Share ‘Slice of Time – and Pizza’ October is Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month Share Your FHN Pride! Shop Online for Gear and Gifts FHN Career Corner Help Spread the News: We’re Here, For You! Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion and Worldwide Health Classified Ads |
FHN Specialists Share ‘Slice of Time – and Pizza’ |
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FHN’s popular “A Slice of Time – and Pizza – Just for You” event will return with another free event for women in October. From 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Monday, Oct. 14 at Cannova’s Italian Cuisine, 1101 W. Empire Street in Freeport, women from across northwest Illinois are invited to enjoy some pizza and conversation about health with FHN team members. FHN Otolaryngologist Terry Donat, MD, FACS, FICS will discuss the modern understanding of hygiene goals for the nose, paranasal sinuses, and external ear canals and ENT capabilities at FHN. New FHN Podiatrist Sherjeel Hassan, DPM, will talk about current trends in podiatry and services available at FHN. New FHN Breast Health Nurse Navigator Krystle Lang, BSN, RN is the special guest of the evening, and will share insights into her role at FHN and its impact on breast health. Members of the FHN team will be on hand to answer questions, and each attendee will receive a special goodie bag. The event is free to attend, but registration is required, and the limited number of seats fill up fast. For more information or to register, visit www.fhn.org/sliceoftime. |
October is Medical Ultrasound Awareness Month |
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This month-long campaign allows us to celebrate the incredible contributions of medical sonography to modern healthcare. MUAM 2024 is all about the Sonography Squad! This is your time to shine as part of an amazing team of professionals who work together to save and improve lives. Ultrasound’s role in healthcare has grown exponentially, and its applications now go far beyond pregnancy scans. Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) is used to detect a wide range of conditions across all stages of life. From vascular and cardiac imaging to musculoskeletal and abdominal assessments, sonographers play a vital role in diagnosing and guiding treatment decisions. This year’s theme, “Sonography Squad,” emphasizes teamwork and the importance of collaboration within the medical field. Whether you’re performing point-of-care ultrasound in an emergency room or working with a team of specialists in a cardiology unit, sonographers are an integral part of the patient care journey.. |
Share Your FHN Pride! Shop Online for Gear and Gifts |
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Working at FHN means you help people for a living! Show your pride by wearing a logoed shirt, carrying an FHN water bottle, or using logoed golf balls, and share your pride by gifting a special FHN coffee mug, shirt and more. Log in to the FHN Online Store to find a variety of clothing for men and women, ranging from business attire to workout gear to scrubs, all bearing the FHN logo. You’ll also find sports goods like workout towels and golf balls, fun drinkware and lots of other options for gifts – or for yourself! “Hard goods” like drinkware and gift items will be delivered FREE via interoffice mail within 3 business days. Apparel and headwear items will be delivered within 10 – 15 business days and shipping charges do apply. Bookmark the FHN Online Store and keep checking back – we add new items often! |
FHN Career Corner |
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There are many career opportunities within FHN. If you or someone you know is interested in new challenges go to our Career page, displaying the latest open positions. FHN Team MembersFriends and Family |
Help Spread the News: We’re Here, For You! |
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We have a lot to be proud of at FHN, from our talented, dedicated staff to the many advanced capabilities we offer our patients. We’re working hard every day to be sure we provide excellent care to our patients. Each week, look to the Focus for good news to share about FHN in the form of downloadable flyers you can print and post or hand out to patients who may be interested. Also look for links to our most recent radio interviews and past interviews to listen to and recommend to others. Don’t forget to Like us on Facebook! Please encourage patients, friends, and family to also take advantage of these FHN information resources. Thanks for your help in promoting FHN! |
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Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion and Worldwide Health |
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October is …
Weeks to Note:
Days to Note: The United States observes Disability Employment Awareness Month in October. In 1945, in an effort to assist disabled veterans, Congress designated the first week of October as National Employ the Physically Handicapped Week. In the 1970s, a historic shift in disability public policy occurred. For the first time, the exclusion of people with disabilities was viewed as discrimination. The efforts of disability activists led to significant changes in laws, such as the passage of the Americans With Disabilities Act in 1990 and the designation of a full month to recognize the potential of America’s millions of working-age people with disabilities. Canada observes Women’s History Month in October. Established in 1992 by the Government of Canada, this special month provides an opportunity to learn more about women’s historic accomplishments and their contributions to Canadian society. In the United Kingdom, October is Black History Month. In Britain, Black History Month was first celebrated in October 1987 as part of African Jubilee Year. The decision to make this an annual event each October was endorsed by the Association of London Authorities. It has since grown to recognize and embrace the contributions and traditions of other Black communities. Canada observes Latin American Heritage Month in October. Proclaimed by the Parliament of Canada on June 21, 2018, this month is an opportunity for Canadians to recognize the valuable contributions of members of the Latin American community to the country’s social, economic, political, and cultural fabric. The Hindu celebration of Navratri on October 3. It means nine nights, beginning on the new moon and ending on Dussehra. It is dedicated to the goddess Durga, who had 9 incarnations and has the power of good to destroy demons. The people of Italy celebrate the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi on October 4. St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of animals, was born in 1182 at Assisi. He abandoned his dream of becoming a knight, donned the clothes of a poor farmhand and began caring for the sick. He founded the Franciscan Order, which today has about 33,000 members. He died on October 3, 1226. October 9 is Han-Gul Day in Korea. The day commemorates the creation of the Korean alphabet of 29 phonetic symbols called han-gul by King Sejong between 1443 and 1446. |
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