- Weight LossGeneral Page Tier 3BlogTips and Recipes for Heart Healthy Super Bowl Snacking The biggest game of the NFL season is just around the corner. Which means it’s time to start prepping the all-important Super Bowl snacks! The big game doesn’t have to mean foods big on calories – February is American Heart Month after all. So treat yourself to snacks that are delicious but also good for you and your family. There are great resources for heart healthy eating from the American Heart Association. We’ve got you covered with a few recipes below. But first, here are some tips to make your Super Bowl Sunday ‘super’ healthy. Be sure to eat your regular meals during the day so you don’t find yourself overly hungry at game time. Make vegetables and fruits front and center. Use veggies instead of chips for dipping. Have platters of fruits and vegetables ready for munching or take one to the COVID safe gathering! Exercises before or after the game. Consider a quick walk during halftime. If you are drinking alcohol, do so in moderation and consider making non-alcoholic spritzers. Have a variety of sparkling waters and unsweet teas on hand. Stay hydrated! Try one of the following recipes listed below and have fun! Portobello Pizzas 8 baby Portobello mushrooms ½ c. tomato or pizza sauce ½ c. shredded skim mozzarella cheese 1/4c. Parmesan cheese Preheat oven to 350. Wash mushrooms, dry and remove stems. In bowl, combine parmesan and marinara sauce. Place scoop of sauce in each mushroom cap. Place mushroom caps on greased or foil lined baking sheet and top with mozzarella. (Feel free to add additional toppings – onion, peppers, olives,) Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted. Let cool for a few minutes and serve. Vegetarian Chili and Topping Bar Olive oil for sautéing 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped 1 large onion, chopped 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped 1 clove of garlic, minced 1 ½ inch piece of fresh ginger, minced 1 tsp. dried thyme 1 tsp. cayenne pepper 2 Tbls. Chili powder One 28oz. can plum or crushed tomatoes One 19 oz. can kidney beans, drained One 19 oz. can chickpeas, rained One 5 ½ oz. can tomato paste 2 cups frozen corn 2 dashes hot sauce In Large, heavy saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat and sauté the carrots, onion, celery, peppers, garlic and ginger for 10-12 minutes. Add the seasonings. Add the tomatoes, beans, chickpeas, tomato paste and corn. Simmer for 30 minutes. Add hot sauce to taste. Topping Bar Place the following items in separate bowls to serve alongside the chili. 1/2c. Fresh cilantro chopped 1/2c. Green onion, chopped ½ c. shredded low fat cheddar cheese 1/2c. Low fat sour cream 1 lg. avocado, diced Hummus 1 can garbanzo beans 2Tbs. olive oil 1 lemon –squeezed 3 Tbls. Tahini 2 Tbls. Water 2 garlic cloves Add all ingredients into a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth. Adding more olive oil to desired consistency. Pour into bowl. Serve with a platter of fresh vegetables and pita bread.0
- Infectious DiseaseGeneral Page Tier 3BlogMore than a year and a half after going into lockdown, we’re all anxious to put COVID-19 in our rearview mirror. But if you had coronavirus, and continue to experience its after-effects, you know first-hand that life is far from “back to normal.” With the goal of helping you manage lingering symptoms, the team at Luminis Health has created a COVID Recovery Service. Here, you’ll find a team approach to helping our community recover from COVID-19. When symptoms persist COVID-19 is a new illness. As a result, there’s a lot we’re still learning about it. One thing that we’ve learned is that not everyone gets over the virus in the same way. While some people seem to recover quickly, others continue to have problems weeks or months after they’re diagnosed. If you have had COVID-19 and are still suffering from any of the following symptoms, our providers can help. Dizziness on standing Shortness of breath Anxiety/depression Fatigue Swallowing issues Difficulty with memory Voice dysfunction Weakness These symptoms may be bothersome and frustrating. They can also make everyday living challenging. At Luminis Health, our COVID Recovery Service includes a team of providers from different specialties assisting patients in their recovery after a COVID-19 infection. Our team offers personalized care including: Telehealth visits with our providers, including a full medical evaluation. In-person visits with our lung specialists, including a physical and cognitive evaluation by a physical therapist. Referrals to additional specialties to allow for timely management of symptoms, including cardiology and neurology. Outpatient rehabilitation such as physical therapy and occupational therapy: Occupational therapy can help if you’re having trouble with activities of daily living, like driving. It can also help with everyday tasks as some find their symptoms worsen after mental activity as well as physical activity. Our physical therapists will assess your strength, balance and physical abilities. We will design a program to help you get stronger and make it easier for you to do things you want and need to do. As we work with you, we track your blood oxygen levels and symptoms to make sure you stay safe. Speech therapy can help with voice changes, swallowing or memory issues that may occur. Our programs assists with organizing and processing your thoughts along with projecting your voice so you can communicate effectively with others. It’s okay to reach out for help If you’re struggling after a COVID diagnosis, we’re here for you. While Post-COVID symptoms aren’t uncommon, you don’t have to live with them. Contact the COVID Recovery Service team for more information or to schedule an appointment at 443-951-4286.0
- News & Press ReleasesGeneral Page Tier 3BlogLanham, MD—Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center (LHDCMC) proudly marks its 50th anniversary, celebrating five decades of exceptional care and service to Prince George’s County. As part of this milestone, LHDCMC is hosting special events aimed at addressing maternal health disparities and supporting expectant and new mothers in the community. On Saturday, April 5, LHDCMC will host its 50th Anniversary Golden Gala, an evening of celebration and tribute to the hospital’s legacy of providing high-quality care since 1975. The event will bring together healthcare leaders, community advocates, and supporters to honor the hospital’s legacy while raising funds to expand services, advance health equity, and eliminate disparities. Following the gala, Luminis Health’s Community Improvement Department will hold a Community Baby Shower on Saturday, April 12, from 12 pm to 4 pm, on the LHDCMC campus. This free event will provide essential resources, education, and support for expectant and new mothers in Prince George’s County, featuring: Expert-led panel discussions on gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, postpartum depression, nutrition during and after pregnancy, and lactation Local vendors offering baby essentials and services Diaper and baby essential giveaways “We want mothers and loved ones to feel empowered about their health during pregnancy,” said Temi Oshiyoye, Luminis Health’s director of Community Health Improvement. “With 8 out of 10 moms having to leave Prince George’s County to give birth, we want them to know that support and resources are available close to home, before, during, and after pregnancy.” As part of its on-going commitment to maternal health, Luminis Health has opened an Ob-Gyn clinic in Greenbelt and launched CenteringPregnancy®, a nationally recognized program that offers group sessions for expectant mothers and personalized consultations with trusted Ob-Gyns and midwives. LHDCMC is finalizing design plans to add inpatient obstetric services, labor, delivery, and postpartum care with rooms designed for a family-centered birth experience. These initiatives will transform healthcare in Prince George’s County and play a crucial role in eliminating maternal and infant mortality, an ambitious goal of Vision 2030, the health system’s 10-year strategic plan. “Prince George’s County has a maternal mortality rate that is twice the national average, and this is simply unacceptable,” said Deneen Richmond, president of Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center. “Luminis Health is taking bold steps to address these disparities by expanding access to quality prenatal and postnatal care, educating families, and advocating for systemic change. These events are not just celebrations of our past but reaffirmations of our commitment to a healthier future for mothers and babies in the communities we serve.” Anticipated to open in 2028, the new state-of-the-art women’s health center on the hospital’s Lanham campus is expected to welcome approximately 2,000 babies each year once fully operational.0
- Women's HealthGeneral Page Tier 3BlogIn 2017, many of us anxiously followed headlines and reports on social media for news of missing Howard County teacher Laura Wallen, only to be saddened at the news of her death. While the public waited and hoped for Laura Wallen’s safe return home, Prince George’s County resident Andrea Grinage was attacked in her apartment and set on fire. What did these women have in common? They were both pregnant and victims of intimate partner violence — or domestic violence. Although these and similar stories frequently report the fact that the suspect is a current or former partner, there is all too often no mention of domestic violence. This very subtle omission is an indication of continued misconceptions about what domestic violence is and who is most at risk. The fact is, over half of all female homicides are in relation to domestic violence. Equally disturbing, as many as 300,000 pregnant women experience some form of domestic violence each year. Undoubtedly, the most dangerous time for women in abusive relationships is when they are attempting to leave an abusive partner and during or just after pregnancy. As in the case of Andrea Grinage and Laura Wallen, these frightening facts hold true. READ MORE: When words hurt: Another kind of domestic violence The media’s omission of domestic violence, to not call it out by name, illustrates the stigma and misconceptions that still surround this issue. Chances are, if you are a woman and have not experienced domestic violence yourself, you know someone (a sister, a mother, a co-worker, a neighbor) who has and you have seen the signs. Domestic violence is a pattern of coercive behavior used by one person to gain power and control over another, usually a current or former intimate partner. Abuse can include physical abuse, verbal abuse and threats, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, isolation, stalking, coercive or controlling behavior and financial abuse. This type of violence does not discriminate. It touches women in all walks of life. It transcends race and socioeconomic status. Support of family and friends can often be vital to those impacted by domestic violence by diminishing the effects of isolation and feelings of hopelessness. Advocates trained in the dynamics of domestic violence can assist victims by screening and assessing risk, documenting injuries, creating safety plans, providing immediate crisis intervention, and referrals to professional counselors, safe shelter, and legal resources. Unfortunately, the stories of so many women like Laura Wallen and Andrea Grinage reach our headlines when they result in tragedy. And even so, reports too often fail to mention domestic violence. It’s time this public health problem is called by its name, domestic violence. Author Amy J.N. Bosworth, Psy.D., is an abuse/domestic violence specialist at Anne Arundel Medical Center. Her email is [email protected]. Originally published Oct. 1, 2017. Last updated Aug. 13, 2025.0
- OrthopedicsGeneral Page Tier 3BlogLow back pain is one of the most common ailments in the United States. About 80 percent of people have at least one episode of low back pain during their lifetime. Factors that increase the risk of developing low back pain include smoking, obesity, older age, sedentary work, a stressful job, job dissatisfaction and psychological factors such as anxiety or depression. Physically strenuous work also contributes to low back pain. Most people with back pain have nonspecific back pain. Such people usually improve in a few weeks with conservative care. Less than one percent of people have serious causes, such as cancer or infection and less than 10 percent have less serious causes like fracture, pinched nerve, or narrowing of the spinal cord. Therefore, it’s important to see your primary care physician first, before seeking specialist care. Most of the time, a focused history and physical examination are enough to make a diagnosis of back pain. It is imperative to prevent back pain from developing in the first place. People can do a number of things to prevent back pain. 1. Exercise and stay active The most important thing you can do is exercise routinely and stay active. Regular exercise improves cardiovascular fitness and can be combined with specific exercises to strengthen the muscles of the hips and back. The abdominal muscles are particularly important in supporting the lower back and preventing back pain. Exercises can be as simple as walking every day. And other activities like Pilates, Yoga and aerobic exercises are also very helpful in preventing back pain. 2. Avoid high-impact activities It is important to avoid activities that involve repetitive bending or twisting and high-impact activities that increase stress in the spine. 3. Bend and lift correctly Bending and lifting correctly is also important. People with low back pain should learn the right way to bend and lift. For example, lift with the knees bent and the abdominal muscles tightened. This way you avoid straining the weaker muscles in the lower back. 4. Take a break People who sit or stand for long periods should change positions often and use a chair with appropriate support for the back. Readjust your office chair several times throughout the day to avoid sitting in the same position. Taking brief but frequent breaks to walk around will also prevent pain due to prolonged sitting or standing. People who stand in place for long periods can try placing a block of wood on the floor, stepping up and down every few minutes. Author Dr. Meetu Agrawal is a primary care physician with Anne Arundel Medical Group (AAMG) Largo Primary Care. To reach her practice, call 301-925-7610. Originally published Dec. 19, 2016. Last updated Dec. 16, 2019.0
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