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Sleep like you mean it

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Why your body isn’t a night owl with a steaming subscription

You know that thing where you stay up past midnight watching videos of raccoons talking to each other? And then you wake up six hours later wondering why you feel like you were hit by a bus full of anxiety? That, my friend, is your sleep cycle waving a white flag. 

According to the National Institutes of Health, most adults need 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night, and not just any sleep. They mean consistent, quality sleep that doesn’t involve scrolling through your phone until your eyes water. 

Consistency is key. Your body thrives on routine. It’s basically a cat with a planner. The Sleep Foundation explains that going to bed and waking up at the same time each day helps regulate your internal clock, also known as your circadian rhythm. That rhythm controls everything from hormone release to mood to your ability to not cry when the coffee runs out. 

 

So, what can you do? 

Start by creating a calming bedtime routine. That means dim the lights, put away the phone, and maybe read a book. No, social media videos do not count as literature. Try to keep your sleep and wake times consistent, even on weekends. Yes, this includes Sunday morning when your bed feels like a cloud woven by angels. 

 

Bottom line. Your body is not a spontaneous party animal. It likes schedules. Treat your sleep like an important meeting with yourself, because technically, it is. And the raccoon videos? They’ll still be there tomorrow. 

 

 

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Most adults need 7 to 8 hours of sleep each night, and not just any sleep. It should be consistent, quality sleep that doesn’t involve scrolling through your phone.

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Genesis Primary Care received two American Heart Association awards

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Genesis Primary Care recently received two awards from the American Heart Association (AHA) for its commitment to delivering high-quality care in blood pressure and diabetes management.

The practice earned the 2025 Target: BP Gold+ award, the highest recognition level, for blood pressure control among adult patients. In addition, Genesis Primary Care received the 2025 Target: Type 2 Diabetes Gold award, which honors practices for excellence in diabetes care, including A1C control and adherence to cardiovascular-focused clinical guidelines.

“These awards reflect our continued dedication to improving the health of our community,” said Kevin D. Frank, M.D., FAAFP, Medical Director, Genesis Primary Care. “We’re proud to provide care that not only meets national standards but also positively impacts the lives of our patients every day.”

Providing exceptional chronic disease management requires a coordinated effort among physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses and support staff across Genesis Primary Care. To learn more about primary care services at Genesis, visit Genesishcs.org/services-search/primary-care.

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AED Loaner Program

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AED Loaner Program

Hosting an event? Be ready for a heart emergency.

Call to reserve: 740-455-7571

Borrow a free AED from Genesis HealthCare System

You want your event to be fun, memorable and safe. What happens if someone has a heart emergency?

That’s where Genesis HealthCare System can help.

We’ll loan you an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) for free and show you how to use it, so you can be ready to act when seconds matter. Together, we can keep your guests safe.

 

Program details:

  • Free to borrow for up to one week if conditions are met
  • Available for events in Muskingum, Coshocton, Perry, Guernsey, Noble and Morgan counties
  • Pickup and drop-off at Genesis Hospital in Zanesville
  • First come, first served, so please request in advance

 

For questions and to reserve, call 740-455-7571.

 

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What happens if someone has a heart emergency at your next event? Borrow a free AED from Genesis HealthCare System so you can be ready to act when seconds matter.

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Sneaky signs you’re sitting too much

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Let’s face it, we’ve all been there. You stand up to make coffee, only to sit back down with the mug, the laptop and yes, maybe even your cat. Sitting too long can sneak up on you like a ninja. Here are the clues that you have officially become one with your chair: 

1. Your legs and glutes have gone AWOL 

Yes, those muscles are still alive … somewhere … but all the squats you skip are conspiring to weaken them. As the National Library of Medicine notes, exercising your legs and glutes is important so they do not become weak and unable to perform the necessary steps for a healthy life. Steps, did you catch that? 

 

2. Your waistline is staging a hostile takeover 

Your “active metabolism” called and said it quit. According to MedlinePlus, an inactive lifestyle shoos away muscle strength, burns fewer calories and makes weight gain feel less optional and more inevitable. 

 

3. Your posture looks like a question mark 

Rounded shoulders, forward head, general limp-noodle vibe. Blame it on too much chair time. The Victorian health site highlights that long periods of sitting mess with posture, weaken core muscles, and lead to back pain and jarring muscle imbalances. 

 

4. You’re feeling depressed  

The connection between sitting too much and depression is not clear, but according to the Better Health Channel, the risk of anxiety and depression is higher among people who sit more. 

 

5. Your heart and metabolism are quietly staging a revolt 

Urgent warning: prolonged sitting increases your risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer and early death. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) underscores how such sedentary behavior, independent of exercise habits, dramatically raises the risk of chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity and more. 

 

So, what now? 

Next time your legs forget what walking feels like, maybe it’s time to stand up (literally), shake things up with some stretches or even a five-minute walk. Your glutes and your heart will send you a thank-you note. 

 

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Genesis HealthCare System Earns “A” Hospital Safety Grade

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The Leapfrog Group national award demonstrates commitment to patient safety

Genesis HealthCare System earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns grades to hospitals across the country using evidence-based measures of patient safety focused exclusively on errors, accidents, injuries and infections.

“Our team is committed to providing high-quality healthcare,” said Scott Wegner, M.D., Chief Medical Officer, Genesis HealthCare System. “Earning an ‘A’ grade for Patient Safety from The Leapfrog Group reaffirms our efforts that benefit patients who rely on us to help them get well. We are pleased to be recognized for this achievement.”

The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is the only hospital ratings program focused solely on preventable medical errors, infections and injuries in the United States. This program is peer-reviewed, fully transparent and free to the public. Grades are updated twice annually, in the fall and spring.

 

About The Leapfrog Group  
Founded in 2000 by large employers and other purchasers, The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit organization driving a movement for giant leaps for patient safety. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, Leapfrog's other main initiative, assigns letter grades to hospitals based on their record of patient safety, helping consumers protect themselves and their families from errors, injuries, accidents and infections.

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Genesis HealthCare System earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. 

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Anna Hay, M.D.

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Anna Hay, M.D., joined the Genesis Heart & Vascular Group, specializing in general cardiology. She completed her cardiovascular medicine fellowship at The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio, and her internal medicine residency at the University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia. Dr. Hay earned her medical degree from the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and holds a bachelor of science in biology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina. Her clinical and research interests include cardiovascular disease prevention, cardiac CT imaging and women’s heart health. 

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Stretches you can do without scaring your co-workers

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Sitting at a desk all day can take a toll on your body. Tight shoulders, tired eyes and stiff hips can sneak up on you before you realize it. The good news is that you do not need to roll out a yoga mat in the middle of the office to stay comfortable and healthy. Simple “deskercises” can help you feel better and stay more alert, and the best part is they are subtle enough that you will not startle your co-workers. Take this short quiz to see how much you know about stretching smartly at work. 

 

 

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Let the light in

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Craving sunny summer days during gloomy winter months can sometimes result in sadness, loneliness and a lack of motivation. The shortage of sunshine limits how the brain handles our moods. 

For many people, this lack of sunlight is believed to be a main cause of seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Often beginning between the ages of 18 and 30, the American Psychiatric Association estimates that about 5 % of adults in the U.S. have SAD. 

SAD is a type of depression with seasonal patterns. Not to be confused with the “holiday blues,” the National Institute of Mental Health (NIH) explains that SAD is linked to shorter hours of daylight. Dates on the calendar, holiday gatherings and changes in work and school routines are not related to SAD. 

 

Forms and treatments 

There are two forms of SAD, winter-pattern and summer-pattern. Causes of summer-pattern SAD are less common but are related to trouble sleeping because of heat and more daylight.  

With winter-pattern SAD, the shortage of sunlight doesn’t create enough serotonin in our brains, resulting in low moods and tiredness. Harvard Health says instead, our brains create too much melatonin, the hormone that helps with our sleep-wake routine.  

If you are experiencing symptoms of SAD, you should first talk with a doctor. Treatments for winter-pattern SAD include counseling, medication and taking extra vitamin D. It may also be suggested that you try using light therapy boxes that model natural sunlight. 

 

How to use light therapy 

Ask your doctor to help you choose the best light box. The NIH suggests using a light with a 10,000-lux exposure (light intensity) for 30 to 45 minutes every morning from the fall to spring seasons. 

Mayo Clinic and Harvard Health offer tips for using a light box: 

  • Be sure the light is designed for SAD. Some boxes are only made to treat special skin conditions. 

  • Check that the light has a 10,000-lux intensity level. In comparison, a sunny day is at least 50,000 lux. 

  • The light should be placed about a foot away, either in front of you or off to the side.  

  • Don’t look directly at the light. You can use the light while enjoying other activities, such as reading or watching TV.  

Your doctor may suggest that you begin light therapy at the end of the summer to help get ahead of symptoms. Also, take advantage of rare sunny days throughout the fall and winter. Short walks can provide healthy doses of natural sunlight to boost your energy and mood. 

 

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