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From the CEO DEAR FRIENDS, Rhea Medical Center's meaningful place at the heart of the community seems to be a frequent theme throughout this issue of Better Living. Our role in the community comes into sharp focus during a medical crisis. In this issue, we have one woman's dramatic story about how our teams in the emergency department and ICU were there for her at a crucial moment. We also want to share information about RMC's state-of-the-art breast cancer detection services. On the lighter side, we're highlighting RMC's community programs that offer fun ways to get involved. And, since summer means fun, see the article on this page for some healthy tips for the outdoors and the grill. We are continually grateful to our community members for allowing us to serve their medical needs. We offer a heartfelt "thank you" for the trust you place in RMC. SINCERELY, GRILL SEASON AS THE SUMMER SUN sets, the wind carries alluring aromas of freshly grilled dinners from neighboring backyards. Get the most out of your own outdoor cooking by sticking to some barbecue basics. "Grilled poultry needs to reach an internal Ken Croom Chief Executive Officer Rhea Medical Center Services Director at Rhea Medical Center. "Also, use clean cooking utensils—including cutting boards, plates, and knives—for each food item to protect against contamination." RMC provides education about nutrition and Find the Strawberry! Find the hidden strawberry in this issue to be entered into a drawing for a $25 gas card! To enter, send an email with the location of the strawberry to Debra Lawson at dlawson@rheamedical.org. All entries must be received by July 20, 2012. Employees of Rhea Medical Center and their immediate family members are not eligible to win. diet-related issues in both individual outpatient and group teaching formats. CALL 423.775.8644 FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT NUTRITIONAL SERVICES AT RMC. " says Janis Franks, DTR, Nutritional temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit to be safe to eat, ground meats should reach at least 160 degrees, and steak and roast chops should cook to 145 degrees, Janis Franks, DTR CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Ken Croom CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER Harv Sanders SUMMER 2012 Rhea Medical Center 9400 Rhea County Hwy Dayton, TN 37321 2 RHEA MEDICAL CENTER | SUMMER 12 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Debra Lawson PUBLISHER Ashley Cavin DESIGNER Stephanie Wheeler MANAGING EDITOR Mike Darnold TO SUBSCRIBE OR UNSUBSCRIBE, WRITE TO: Better Living Magazine, Rhea Medical Center, 735 Broad Street, Suite 708, Chattanooga, TN 37402 or email Debra Lawson at dlawson@rheamedical.org Better Living is published quarterly as a service of Rhea Medical Center. For more information about RMC, visit rheamedical.org. This publication in no way seeks to serve as a substitute for professional medical care. Consult your physician before undertaking any form of medical treatment or adopting any exercise program or dietary guidelines. GEAR UP FOR