Martin Memorial Goes Smoke-Free
Each year, tobacco use is linked to tens of thousands of deaths in the United States. Diseases related to smoking, including heart disease and cancer, are the most preventable causes of death around the world.

That’s why numerous hospitals and healthcare providers across the country have instituted smoke-free workplaces – about 30 in Florida have already implemented the policy, while more than 40 others in the state are working towards it. And starting Oct. 1, Martin Memorial will join them in an effort to create the healthiest patient care environment possible.

Learn more about Martin Memorial's tobacco-free policy and smoking cessation programs.

Martin Memorial’s Community Health Magazine, For Your Health, Now Available Online
Visit www.mmhs.com and click on the photo to view the latest edition of For Your Health, Martin Memorial’s community health magazine. You can find past editions of For Your Health online in the forms and documents library on www.mmhs.com.

Sat., July 5, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Kids' Weight Training

Wed., July 9, 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Smoking Cessation Program

Wed., July 9, 12-1 p.m.
Smoking Cessation Program

Thurs., July 10, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Smoking Cessation Program

Sat., July 12, 7-9 a.m.
Cholesterol Screening in Stuart

Wed., July 16, 1-4 p.m.
Personal Resilience Workshop

Sat., July 19, 7-11 p.m.
7th Annual Goombay Bash

For more events,
see the complete calendar.

Fleet Feet Run Raises $6,125 for Heart Center
The second-annual Fleet Feet Run for Your Heart 5K drew a big crowd in February, featuring hundreds of people willing to use their feet to help heal hearts in the community.

That effort paid dividends: In June, Fleet Feet-Stuart owners Susan and Al Hastings presented a check for $6,125 to the Martin Memorial Foundation. Those funds will benefit the Frances Langford Heart Center at Martin Memorial.

Read more about the 5K run, or learn about the Martin Memorial Foundation and how you can help!

June's Health-E Recipe

Get ready for a fun Fourth of July with this recipe for picnic potato salad.

Learn about nutrition counseling services.

Quitting Smoking Has Immediate Benefits
Most people know that in the long term, quitting smoking offers enormous health benefits.

But within weeks--and even hours--after quitting smoking, your body has already shown health improvements.

See the immediate benefits of quitting smoking.

Tips for Quitting Smoking
Quitting smoking is a gift to yourself, one of the best things you can do to keep your heart disease from getting worse. Smoking reduces oxygen flow to your heart, speeds the buildup of plaque, and increases your risk for heart attack. Quitting helps reduce smoking's harmful effects. You may have tried to quit before, but don’t give up. Try again. Many smokers try four or five times before they succeed.

Get tips for quitting smoking.

Coping with Smoking Withdrawal
For the first few days after you quit smoking, you may feel cranky, restless, depressed, or low on energy. These are symptoms of withdrawal. It’s your body’s way of recovering from smoking. Your symptoms should lessen within a few days.

Get tips for coping with smoking withdrawal.