Volunteers Feted During National Volunteer Week
In celebration of National Volunteer Week (April 15-21), Martin Memorial celebrates the men, women and teens who volunteer their time and service throughout the health system.

Last year, 811 volunteers contributed 161,543 hours to Martin Memorial—the equivalent of 84 full-time employees. Our volunteers play a critical role in the success of our organization, providing comfort, hope and healing to all our visitors and patients.

Learn how you can become a MMHS volunteer.

Toyota of Stuart Supports Mother-Baby Program
Toyota of Stuart recently donated the use of a Toyota Corolla to the nurses of the mother-baby program at Martin Memorial.

The mother-baby program, established in 1988, provides universal home visitation by registered nurses to all new mothers and babies delivered at Martin Memorial Medical Center. The program is the only one of its kind in Florida and is considered a "best practice" program by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. Though the program is voluntary, 98 percent of all clients accept the service.

Learn more about MMHS's mother-baby program.

Tues., Apr. 17, 2007
Weight Loss Surgery Educational Session

Sat., Apr. 21, 2007
Cholesterol Screening in Stuart

Sat., Apr. 28, 2007
Cholesterol Screening in Palm City

Sat., May 5, 2007
Cholesterol Screening in St. Lucie West

Sat., May 12
Cholesterol Screening in Jensen Beach

Fri. May 18 -
Sat. May 19
Robert F. Novins Memorial Golf Tournament

For more events,
see the complete calendar.

Ways for Working Parents to Tame Stress
As a working parent, do you need some relief from the stress of managing a career and a family? Here are a few tips to help you enjoy the time you spend at home.

Get tips to alleviate stress.

April's Health-E Recipe
This month's recipe is Mexican Gazpacho Soup, a refreshing spring soup that will tantalize your tastebuds without adding inches to your waistline.

Recipe provided by Martin Memorial Center for Health and Healing Manager Lani Kee VanSickle, MS.

Learn about nutrition counseling services.

Seniors Can Volunteer Their Way to Fitness
Although a lot of seniors don't work out, they will work for a good cause.

Many Good Samaritans have found they can exercise their civic duty and their bodies at the same time, by volunteering for a cause that involves physical activity. From walking dogs for an animal shelter to delivering Meals on Wheels to coaching a youth sports team, there are a lot of ways to combine altruism with activity.

Learn how volunteer activities can improve your physical fitness.

Act Now to Lower Cholesterol
One way to stay heart-healthy is to keep your cholesterol level low. Cholesterol is a fatty, waxlike substance that your body uses to make hormones and build cell walls.

Cholesterol causes a problem when there is too much in the blood. This can lead to buildup on the lining of arteries. A buildup of cholesterol can cause a decrease in blood flow in the same way that buildup inside a pipe limits the flow of water. The buildup in your arteries is especially dangerous if it narrows the path to the heart and brain. To keep cholesterol low, you need to eat a nutritionally appropriate diet and exercise.

Try these tips to lower your cholesterol.