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Dr. Steven Haller and Dr. David Kennedy from the The University of Toledo Department of Medicine have published research looking at how tiny, inhaled plastic particles can cause chaos in our immune response. Read more in UToledo News: buff.ly/aYNJo67 #UToledoMed #plasticwaste

7 lifestyle factors can make a big difference for heart health: physical activity, nutrition, substance use, environment, weight management, sleep, & stress. Explore latest recommendations & resources to help patients work towards healthier habits. -> bit.ly/41CUM2J

Check out our updated rooming workflow diagram for support staff in ambulatory settings—designed to streamline #hypertension visits and improve care delivery and outcomes. -> bit.ly/41e2i49 #ClinicalTools #TeamBasedCare

It’s normal to have some stress at work from deadlines, tough meetings, or not enough sleep. But burnout is much more than everyday stress. It’s chronic, unmanaged workplace stress characterized by exhaustion, disengagement, negativity, and reduced performance. #Burnout

Join UToledo Health’s Eleanor N. Dana Cancer Center Sept. 3 for a free, one-hour class on lymphedema. Learn from experienced therapists about treatment, coping strategies, self-care and reducing your risk. Register by calling Renee’s Survivor Shop at 419.383.5243.

Body mass index, or BMI, is a screening tool to identify whether an adult is at a healthy weight or at risk for heart diseases or stroke. If based on your height and weight you are at moderate or high risk, losing weight and keeping it off can help. Start with small steps, like

New research in JAMA Internal Medicine suggests that statin use may lower the risk of liver cancer & disease progression in patients with chronic liver disease. Learn more -> bit.ly/4oNNBPx

Food insecurity is on the rise in Ohio and across the U.S., impacting health and fueling chronic disease. Discover practical tools to help clinicians screen patients and connect them with statewide resources for support. -> bit.ly/3Hkg1j6

Dr. Srini Hejeebu, professor in the The University of Toledo Department of Medicine and a UToledo Health internal medicine specialist, discusses with The Blade common causes of appetite loss including drugs, alcohol, stress and hormone changes. buff.ly/S7l16WJ

Dr. David Kennedy, professor in The University of Toledo Department of Medicine, discusses with The Blade UToledo's Great Lakes Aerosol Monitoring Research Project to identify the health effects of airborne microcystin exposure in individuals who spend significant time near Lake Erie. buff.ly/7fIDvoA

Green spaces like parks and gardens can boost heart health. They encourage activity, lower stress, and improve air quality. Learn how access to green space reduces heart disease risk, and explore strategies to expand it in communities and care settings - bit.ly/4mdIzcd

Thanks to Angela Kruzel in The University of Toledo Department of Medicine for sharing photos of the Dermatology Student Interest Group at the Maumee Summer Fest. The students brought awareness of the importance of sunscreen usage. ohderm generously provided the samples and info distributed. #UToledoMed

VIDEO: Dr. David Kennedy and Dr. Steven Haller, faculty members in the The University of Toledo Department of Medicine, discuss with WTOL 11 a study investigating the potential health effects of airborne algal toxins in volunteers who live or work near Lake Erie. buff.ly/Fg7J2hR

Dr. George Moukarbel, professor in the The University of Toledo Department of Medicine and a UToledo Health cardiologist, discusses with The Blade how people can improve their heart health and talks about treatment options for heart failure and atrial fibrillation. buff.ly/CnpBJN3

Hypertension is a leading—but treatable—health concern in older adults. Yet, many providers remain cautious about intensive treatment to reach recommended BP targets. Explore hypertension guidelines in older adults and the latest supporting evidence -> bit.ly/48rVcx6

Listen to Wesley Milks, MD share the latest on lipid management—from LDL target goals across risk groups to the benefits of statin add-on therapies. Plus, practical tips for prescribing cholesterol-lowering meds, including the role of PCSK9 inhibitors. bit.ly/48dtoNc

Good oral health supports a healthy heart & body! Listen to Yi-Chu Wu, DDS, MS, discuss the connection between oral health and overall health — including how it impacts conditions like heart disease & diabetes: bit.ly/4ncXROU

Join Aleece Caron and Joe Daprano as they explore the power of storytelling in #QualityImprovement. Learn the key elements of a strong performance story, tips to engage different audiences, and hear a real-world example. Listen: bit.ly/47jQGP6. #HealthcareQualityWeek

Register for the next Cardi-OH Webinar: Think Well, Live Well: Brain Health Through a Holistic Lens! Free CME available. REGISTER -> bit.ly/3Inzq37 #PrimaryCare #BrainHealth Cleveland Clinic