Blood Cancer Battle Inspires Nurse’s Career, Fundraising

Blood Cancer Battle Inspires Nurse’s Career, Fundraising

by Anita Creamer and Monique Binkley Smith, Vitals contributors Dulcy Wilson was 18 when she was diagnosed with leukemia. She received a life-saving bone marrow transplant in 1997 at Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento and was so impressed with the nurses who cared for...
Why You Should Walk After Big Meals

Why You Should Walk After Big Meals

Holiday celebrations with family and friends – usually featuring delicious food and drinks – are fast approaching. If you packed on a few extra pandemic pounds over the past couple of years, you may be wondering how to get through the upcoming season without adding...
Mother Tours New NICU She Helped Design

Mother Tours New NICU She Helped Design

Michele McCarthy’s due date was March 25, but Zach McCarthy was born on Dec. 12 – three-and-a-half months early. Weighing just 2 pounds and 1 ounce, Zach was barely longer than a 12-inch ruler. His lungs weren’t developed. His eyes were still fused shut. He was so...
Healthy Holidays: Six Tips for Mindful Eating

Healthy Holidays: Six Tips for Mindful Eating

It can be easy to overindulge while making merry. Two nutritionists give tips on how to maintain healthy eating this festive season.  By Meg Walker, Vitals contributor  The holidays are upon us! People are looking forward to spending time with friends and family....
Vecepia Robinson’s Mission to Serve

Vecepia Robinson’s Mission to Serve

By Katie McKiever, Vitals contributor A proud U.S. Air Force veteran, reality television show winner, and healthcare leader, Vecepia Robinson’s heart for serving others, plus her focus and drive have formed the foundation for her success.     Robinson comes...