March 4th is Employee Appreciation Day and we want to acknowledge how extraordinary our team is. All staff and professional staff play a vital role in our Hospital’s ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Thank you for keeping our community safe and for providing exceptional care for patients and families every single day.

Individuals with heart disease are more at risk of serious illness from COVID-19 and research continues regarding the long-term effects that it may have on the heart.

Dr. Chris Lai, a local cardiologist, will discuss the impact that COVID-19 has on the heart and what research is indicating regarding the potential long-term impact of the virus on the cardiac system.

The webinar will utilize the Zoom platform and be held on February 24th, from 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm.

Registration is requested and there are no fees associated with attending. There will be an opportunity to engage with Dr. Lai following their presentation.

Please use this link to register for the free webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_F4JspivlR2uy7-_cRGUwAw

For further questions or concerns please contact Kayla Waddington, Program Coordinator, Northern Hearts at northernhearts@tbaytel.net

Random acts of kindness have been proven to boost our mood and mental health. They can make us feel connected, give us a sense of purpose, and let others know that they are appreciated. Acts of kindness don’t go unnoticed and can have a huge impact on the overall positivity of a workplace and community.

Join in the movement to make kindness the norm. Kindness is not limited to one day of the year; every day is a good day to spread kindness.

Remember, spreading kindness can be as simple as saying hello to a stranger, holding the door open, or wishing someone a great day. Sometimes it’s the smallest gesture that can have the biggest impact on someone’s day.

If you are looking for more random act of kindness ideas, check out the calendar attached or print out the heart template found below to send a kind message to a colleague, friend, family member, or stranger.