Western Reserve Hospital

04/29/2026

One of the biggest fears about going to the Emergency Room isn’t the illness or injury—it’s the wait.

So many people hesitate before seeking care because they imagine sitting in the ER for hours on end, uncomfortable, anxious, and wondering if anyone will get to them anytime soon. That fear alone causes many patients to delay care longer than they should.

At Western Reserve Hospital, we understand that concern. No one wants to feel forgotten when they’re already worried about their health. That’s why our emergency team works hard every day to ensure that each patient is evaluated and cared for as efficiently and safely as possible.

If you’re putting off a visit to the ER because you’re worried about waiting for hours, know this: Western Reserve Hospital is committed to seeing patients in a timely fashion while keeping safety and quality at the center of every decision.

www.westernreservehospital.org/emergency-services

04/28/2026

Forum 360 hosted by Bill Stevens Saus recently featured Dr. Gordon Bennett, Orthopedic Surgeon. Bill and Dr. Bennett discussed "Practicing in a Physician-Owned Hospital."

This will air on PBS Western Reserve TV on May 11, 2026 at 7:30pm and repeated on May 16, 2026 at 5:00pm.

Channels 45/49 and on Spectrum cable 993
www.forum360.org

04/28/2026

Protein is all the rage... it is key to staying satiated throughout the day!
Avoid sugary snacks, drinks, and caffeinated drinks when you are feeling tired. Prepare for the day with easy snacks high in protein that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized!

𝘞𝘦𝘦𝘬𝘭𝘺 𝘯𝘶𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘪𝘱 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘕𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘺 𝘈𝘻𝘢𝘳, 𝘔𝘚 𝘙𝘋𝘕 𝘓𝘋, 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘋𝘪𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘯. 𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘦𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘴, 𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘕𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘺 𝘢𝘵 𝘯𝘢𝘻𝘢𝘳@𝘸𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭.𝘰𝘳𝘨 𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘭 (234) 475-8966.

04/27/2026

Weight loss is hard—and blaming myself only made it harder.

For years, I thought my weight struggles were a personal failure. If I just had more willpower. If I just tried harder. If I just stopped messing up. That voice in my head was relentless—and cruel.

I tried every plan, every reset, every promise of “this time will be different.” When the scale didn’t move or the weight came back, the shame felt heavier than the pounds themselves. I blamed my body. I blamed my choices. I blamed myself.

If you’re struggling with your weight and carrying guilt on top of it, please hear this: you are not lazy, broken, or weak. You deserve compassion—especially from yourself. Weight loss should never come at the cost of your mental or emotional well‑being.

To learn more visit www.westernreservehospital.org/medical-weight-management

04/27/2026

Pelvic health impacts so much more than many realize — and the conditions are deeply connected.
Issues like pelvic pain, urinary leakage, prolapse, lower‑back discomfort, and core instability often share the same root causes: weakened or overactive pelvic floor muscles, hormonal changes, pregnancy and childbirth, or even chronic posture and movement patterns.

When one part of the pelvic system is affected, others often follow — which is why understanding the whole picture is the key to feeling better.

Women’s Night: Understanding Pelvic Health and learn how these conditions intersect, why they happen, and what you can do to take control of your health.
📅 May 14, 6–7:15 PM/DINNER SERVED AT 6PM
📍 Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium
🎟️ No cost to attend — registration required.
📞 Call (330) 926-3445 or email hospitalevents@westernreservehospital.org

04/27/2026

We have a long standing partnership with the City of Cuyahoga Falls City Hall.
Together, we share a commitment to the health and well being of the community and the residents.
Mayor Walters recently shared his annual State of the City address. Using the puzzle analogy, he shared the highlights of the last year and his vision for the future.
We have been honored to support the Mayor every step of this journey to make Cuyahoga Falls a city where people love to live, work and play.

Walters highlights upcoming projects, investments into city CUYAHOGA FALLS — Mayor Don Walters celebrated his hometown during his state of the city address April 16 at the Natatorium. The theme of his speech, Walters said, was to highlight and describe the many pieces that make up the City of Cuya...

04/26/2026

This isn’t your typical farmers market!
Our seniors hop aboard, drive from stop to stop, and pick up fresh, local produce—all free of charge—at each station. From crisp veggies to juicy fruits, every stop is filled with smiles, friendly hellos, and good-for-the-soul goodness. 🥕💚

It’s more than a market… it’s a joyful ride, a shared experience, and a celebration of community and healthy living!

Registration is required. ONE bag per household. Slots are limited.
Call 330-926-3445 or email hospitalevents@westernreservehospital.org
You will receive confirmation of your timed slot. We ask that you come only during your timed slot.

04/26/2026

Stress can impact every aspect of your life and body. It can raise cortisol that accelerates heart rate, elevate blood pressure, and tighten muscles.
Learning to cope with stress is essential for good health- mentally and physically.

Join us for next health chat and hear about how to calm your mind and body.

04/24/2026

If you’ve ever hesitated to schedule an appointment with a urogynecologist because of what you want to talk about—you’re not alone.

Concerns like bladder leaks, pelvic pressure, bowel changes, pain, or vaginal symptoms can feel deeply personal. Many patients worry they’ll be judged, rushed, or asked to discuss things they’ve spent years avoiding. The truth is: these topics are exactly why urogynecologists exist—and your first visit is intentionally designed to make those conversations easier.

To learn more visit www.westernreservehospital.org/gynecology-urogynecology-womens-health or by calling (330) 953-3414

04/22/2026

"I don't want a facelift. Why would I go to a plastic surgeon?"
You might be surprised by how many reasons people choose to see a plastic surgeon — and it’s often about much more than appearance.

Some patients come to us after cancer, injury, or trauma, looking to restore form and function. Others are dealing with physical discomfort, skin problems, or changes to their body after weight loss, pregnancy, or prior surgery. Many are simply seeking help with something that has been affecting their confidence or quality of life.

At Western Reserve Hospital Physicians Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, we take the time to listen to your needs and together, build a treatment plan.

Learn more about our services - www.westernreservehospital.org/plastic-and-reconstructive-surgery

04/22/2026

All nuts are healthy in moderation (as with anything). Walnuts may be particularly beneficial for heart health. Full story here: https://www.eatingwell.com/best-protein-to-help-lower-high-cholesterol-11887314

𝘞𝘦𝘦𝘬𝘭𝘺 𝘯𝘶𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘪𝘱 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘕𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘺 𝘈𝘻𝘢𝘳, 𝘔𝘚 𝘙𝘋𝘕 𝘓𝘋, 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘭 𝘋𝘪𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘯. 𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘦𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘴, 𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘕𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘺 𝘢𝘵 𝘯𝘢𝘻𝘢𝘳@𝘸𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘦𝘩𝘰𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘭.𝘰𝘳𝘨 𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘢𝘭𝘭 (234) 475-8966.