Slidell Memorial Hospital - Healthy Slidell

Slidell Memorial Hospital (SMH) partnered with the Slidell Womenâ€™s Civic Club to launch Healthy Slidell. The program encourages the community to make healthy lifestyle changes to prevent disease and to expand screenings for early detection. Program events target segments of the population to raise awareness, educate and decrease the rates of health issues such as diabetes, cholesterol and heart problems.

What is it?

Slidell Memorial Hospital (SMH) partnered with the Slidell Women’s Civic Club to launch Healthy Slidell. The program encourages the community to make healthy lifestyle changes to prevent disease and to expand screenings for early detection. Program events target segments of the population to raise awareness, educate and decrease the rates of health issues such as diabetes, cholesterol and heart problems.

Who is it for?

Community members of all ages in the Slidell area.

Why do they do it?

Through education and preventive screenings, SMH is fulfilling its mission “To improve the quality of life in our community.” This is the real purpose of a great hospital.

Impact

With more than 40 events, SMH touched more than 1,800 lives directly through screenings and education programs. Dozens of early warning signs have been detected through screenings. In addition, referrals have been made to appropriate health providers, allowing area citizens to stay engaged in daily life.

Contact: Sam Caruso
Business Development
Telephone: 985-280-8834
E-mail: Sam.Caruso@SlidellMemorial.org

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