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13/02/2026

Our victorious curlers 🥌🥌

13/02/2026

❄️ Winter sports are a great way to stay active—but staying safe is just as important as having fun.

Before you hit the slopes, rink, or trails, keep these safety tips in mind:
🧤 Dress in layers and wear proper protective gear, including helmets
🔥 Warm up before activity to prevent muscle strains and injuries
⛷️ Know your limits and take breaks to avoid fatigue
👀 Stay aware of weather and surface conditions
🩺 Stop if you feel pain, dizziness, or shortness of breath

At ChristianaCare, we’re here to help you enjoy winter activities safely—so you can stay active all season long. 💙

ChristianaCare’s Sports & Lifestyle Medicine team provides expert care for everyone—not just athletes playing team sports. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing joint pain, or simply looking to stay active and mobile, our specialists are here to help. Learn more: https://ow.ly/o0ZE50YfmhL

13/02/2026

Celebrate by treating your loved ones to a Moroccan-inspired Valentine’s Day meal. Begin the night with a flavorful, gently braised fish stew reminiscent of a Moroccan tagine. The stew can be prepared in advance and quickly finished right before serving.

Top off the night with a beautiful display of heart-healthy fruits and nuts served with piping hot mint tea. https://ow.ly/QzCL50YffPX

Celebrate Heart Month by treating your loved ones to a Moroccan-inspired Valentine’s Day meal. Begin the night with a flavorful, gently braised fish stew reminiscent of a Moroccan tagine*. The stew can be prepared in advance and quickly finished right before serving. Top off the night with a beaut...

13/02/2026

Nearly 1 million Americans are hospitalized each year for heart failure and related conditions, and more than 500,000 people are newly diagnosed annually. ❤️

Did you know ChristianaCare is the only health system in Delaware offering LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device) implantation for patients across the region? LVAD therapy is the most advanced treatment short of a heart transplant for people living with heart failure.

Learn how LVADs support heart failure patients in our blog featuring insights from Dr. Ray Blackwell, Chief of Cardiac Surgery, and Dr. Neeta Tripathi, Advanced Heart Failure Cardiologist: https://ow.ly/HFej50Yf3YX

ChristianaCare is the only health system in the state of Delaware to offer LVAD (left ventricular assist device) implementation for our patients across the region. LVAD is the most advanced treatment short of heart transplant for people with heart failure. Connect with one of our heart and vascular....

13/02/2026

👀 It’s Friday the 13th… but we’re not superstitious. We’re not worried about black cats or walking under ladders.

But skipping your checkup? Now that’s a little scary. 😬

At ChristianaCare, we know the best way to avoid unexpected health surprises is to stay one step ahead:
✔️ Schedule your annual checkup
✔️ Keep up with recommended screenings
✔️ Pay attention to what your body is telling you

Because good health isn’t about luck — it’s about taking action.

Check out our blog for more information on preventive care and how it can help you stay healthy: https://ow.ly/iRXf50Yf3nT

13/02/2026

Congratulations to Yalanda Osborne, a patient care technician on the 4W unit at Wilmington Hospital, on receiving the ChristianaCare ROSE Award! 🌹 Osborne’s dedication to providing outstanding patient care through transformative ideas inspired her to approach the Technology Council with a proposed solution to document patients’ food intake during night shift.

“Yalanda’s innovative idea to improve our documentation system will provide a significant impact on patient outcomes,” said Crystal Hogate, Osborne’s nominator and manager. “This enhancement is crucial as it helps in monitoring patients’ nutritional status more accurately, preventing unnecessary feeding tubes, and may be shown to ultimately reduce the length of hospital stays.” Read more: https://ow.ly/rs6t50Ycsap

ROSE stands for Raising Our Standard of Excellence, recognizing outstanding partners in nursing who help deliver compassionate, excellent care to patients and families.

Yalanda Osborne, a patient care technician on the 4W unit at Wilmington Hospital, has received the ChristianaCare ROSE Award. ROSE stands for Raising Our Standard of Excellence, recognizing outstanding partners in nursing who help deliver compassionate, excellent care to patients and families. Inter...

12/02/2026

With the number of cases expected to rise in the coming years, now, more than ever, raising awareness is essential for building a stronger, healthier community.

During Heart Failure Awareness Week, we encourage our patients to learn about the common causes of heart failure, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and long-term heavy alcohol use.

Work with your healthcare provider to minimize your risk of heart failure. Learn more about our Heart Failure Program: https://ow.ly/7HFg50YexLk

12/02/2026

🎶 “I don’t want to wait…” 🎶

When it comes to colorectal cancer, waiting isn’t the answer.

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States — yet it is one of the most preventable and treatable cancers when detected early.

✔️ Screening should begin at age 45 for most adults
✔️ Earlier screening may be needed with a family history or certain risk factors
✔️ Many cases develop with no symptoms at first

Screening can find precancerous polyps before they turn into cancer — and catch cancer at an earlier, more treatable stage.

Don’t wait for symptoms. Don’t wait until it feels urgent. Talk to your provider about colorectal cancer screening and the option that’s right for you.

Learn more about colorectal cancer screening: https://christianacare.org/us/en/care/cancer-care/screenings-and-prevention/colorectal-cancer

12/02/2026

Congratulations to Stevi Turner, BSN, RN at Union Hospital on receiving the DAISY Award! A patient nominated her for her compassionate care and loving demeanor.

"She made me feel like I had a special angel watching over me. She made me forget why I was in the hospital," her nominator wrote. Read more: https://ow.ly/fKGb50YetVu

"This nurse is dedicated and loving,” the nominator said. Turner is described by her patients to be one-of-a-kind and someone with a heart of gold.

12/02/2026

🏥 Exciting News for Sussex County!

ChristianaCare has submitted plans to build a new health campus in Georgetown, DE — expanding access to high-quality, compassionate care right here in our growing community.

The proposed campus will bring together primary care, specialty services, behavioral health, emergency care, and inpatient services all in one convenient location. Designed to meet the needs of one of Delaware’s fastest-growing regions, this investment reflects ChristianaCare’s continued commitment to caring for our neighbors — close to home.

In partnership with Emerus Holdings, the national leader in the operation of neighborhood hospitals, the new Georgetown health campus is expected to open in late 2028.

This is more than a building — it’s a promise to strengthen access to health care in southern Delaware for years to come.

At a time when there is uncertainty about the future of heath care in the U.S., ChristianaCare is doubling down on its investments to expand access to care in Delaware. As part of $865 million in new investments in Delaware over three years that ChristianaCare announced last July, ChristianaCare tod...

12/02/2026

During , we recognize the dedicated caregivers at our Center for Heart & Vascular Health who treat many heart conditions and serve their patients with and .

Learn more about our Center for Heart & Vascular Health here: https://ow.ly/I7zG50UXcW6

11/02/2026

On this chilly day, we warmed things up with hot chocolate, sweet pastries, and a heartfelt touch of appreciation — all served with love and excellence. ☕

It was so special to see our incredible caregivers pause, connect, and enjoy a cozy treat together. Every day, they bring dedication, compassion, and professionalism to the care they provide, and we are so grateful for the heart they put into their work.

This celebration was simply our way of saying thank you for all that they do. They make a difference for our patients and for each other — and we appreciate them more than words can say. ✨