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The St. Helena Region of Hospitals, which includes
St. Helena Hospital Napa Valley, St. Helena Hospital
Clear Lake and St. Helena Hospital Center for Behavioral Health,
has combined with Ukiah Valley Medical Center and
Frank R. Howard Memorial Hospital in Willits to form the
Northern California Network of Adventist Health.
Live Younger Longer
is published as a community service for the
friends and patrons of St. Helena Hospital Clear Lake,15630 18th
Ave., Clearlake, CA 95422, telephone 707.994.6486, website
www.sthelenahospitalclearlake.org.
David Santos | President & CEO
Joshua Cowan | Vice President, Corporate Development
Jill Kinney | Executive Director Corporate Development Strategy
Nicole Britain | Digital and Interactive Media Manager
Information in
Live Younger Longer
comes from a wide range of
medical experts. If you have any concerns or questions about
specific content that may affect your health, please contact your
health care provider.
Models may be used in photos and illustrations.
in this issue
Can you sleep yourself slim?
3
7 essential things to know
4
about childhood depression
What do you know about addiction?
6
Cartilage restoration — avoid
8
joint replacement surgery
Fibroids — common and treatable
10
Sinuses — when you need surgery
12
Emergency department:
13
4 fast facts
Every child needs a hero
14
Join us for classes and events
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DAVID SANTOS
President & CEO | St. Helena Hospital Clear Lake
Welcome to the Latest
Issue of
Live Younger Longer
It’s summer, and that means we’re all taking a
break and enjoying the outdoors. Many of us are
in a festive frame of mind this time of year. But
as happy as the summertime can be, this time of
year can also be challenging and stressful if you
or someone you love struggles with addiction or
depression.
We’re here to help. This issue features myths
and facts about addiction recovery and a list for
parents and other caregivers to help recognize
childhood depression. And if you or a loved one does need help, our trained
and dedicated staff work as a team, creating individualized treatment plans
aimed at effectively addressing behavioral health needs and improving the
quality of life for our patients and their families.
A health crisis can happen at any time. In this issue you’ll also read about our
enlarged, refurbished emergency department. In the time since its reopening,
the facility — which includes increased staff and state-of-the-art equipment —
has been able to help reduce wait times significantly.
You’ll also read about the Lake County Office of Education’s hero program and
resources available from the Hub. St. Helena Hospital Clear Lake has teamed with
local schools and other partners to offer health, education and social support.
Finally, St. Helena Hospital Clear Lake is committed to providing the patient-
centered care you and your family has come to depend on. Best wishes to
you and yours for a fun and safe summer.