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Can you get too much sleep? Pulmonary specialist Karin Sloan, MD, says regularly sleeping nine or more hours and still feeling tired may point to conditions like sleep apnea or other health concerns. Learn more: bit.ly/3Nj74cW #SleepHealth #Wellness

She ran her first marathon at 55—and her last Boston Marathon at 69 in under five hours. Even after a serious fall that fractured her pelvis and sacrum, Madeleine Marken was back home within weeks—returning to work, family and the activities she loves. bit.ly/3P5UOgn

Colon cancer screening guidelines change as you get older—but age alone doesn’t tell the whole story. Gastroenterologist Frederick Ruymann, MD, says decisions about colonoscopies after age 75 depend on different factors. bit.ly/4sqFOZn #ColorectalCancer #HealthyAging

Carbon monoxide (CO) is called the silent killer for a reason—it’s colorless, odorless and can become deadly before you realize it’s there. Emergency physician Dr. Michael Hall warns about symptoms of CO poisoning to look out for. bit.ly/4bjRc1E #CarbonMonoxide

At Cape Cod Healthcare, our teams are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care when our community needs us. We’re grateful for the trust our patients place in us and proud to support their health and well-being close to home.

Moms and babies are invited to join us for our free weekly Postpartum Parties, from 10-12:00 p.m., at Cape Cod Hospital. This Friday we will explore the importance of early reading and building early literacy skills. bit.ly/4sqFdH7

What you eat doesn’t just fuel your body—it shapes your gut health. Internal medicine physician Kumara Sidhartha, MD, MPH, says a whole-food, plant-based diet helps nourish healthy gut bacteria and protects against colon cancer. bit.ly/4hfq18Y #GutHealth #ColonHealth

Colorectal cancer is largely preventable with regular screening. Gastroenterologist Joseph Cobb, MD, explains why starting at age 45 for those at average risk matters, and why at-home tests are better than skipping screening altogether. bit.ly/4rQD2ME #ColorectalCancer

1 in 200 people have a genetic condition that can cause dangerously high cholesterol. Cardiologist Megan A. Titas, MD, explains why a family history of early heart disease could signal familial hypercholesterolemia and what to do about it. bit.ly/46DXtnm #Cholesterol

A heart health scare can feel overwhelming—but lasting change doesn’t have to happen all at once. Claude-Laurent Sader, MD, shares practical ways to improve your cardiac health without turning your life upside down. bit.ly/4rF8hKe #HeartHealth

Not all types of cholesterol are bad—but your numbers matter. Heather Malcomson, NP, explains how a simple lipid panel measures LDL, HDL and triglycerides to assess your risk for heart disease and stroke—and how you can improve those numbers. bit.ly/3OBY1UI #Cholesterol

Your blood pressure numbers matter—but are you measuring them correctly? Cardiologist Peter Chiotellis, MD, FACC, shares simple tips to get accurate readings at home, from sitting quietly before testing to positioning the cuff properly.s. bit.ly/4bdKivU #HeartHealth

#PhotoOfTheMonth — Just steps from the doors of Cape Cod Hospital and the Barbey Pavilion, a snowy view out to Lewis Bay offered a breathtaking moment of calm after the recent blizzard. ❄️ #HyannisHarbor #LewisBay #CaringCommitmentCommunity

Please visit our storm resource page for the most updated list of facilities and services fully open and locations that remain closed pending power restoration at capecodhealth.org/storm.

Cape Cod Healthcare Urgent Care Centers are open today until 6 p.m. and will reopen tomorrow at 8 a.m. As storm recovery continues, please visit capecodhealth.org/storm for the latest updates on CCHC facilities. Urgent care wait times can be viewed at capecodhealth.org/urgent-care

As our region continues to recover from the winter storm, Cape Cod Healthcare is resuming operations on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, as listed above. Please see capecodhealth.org/storm for a full list of delayed openings.

Moms and babies are invited to join us for our free weekly Postpartum Parties on Fridays, from 10:00 a.m. to noon, at Cape Cod Hospital. Friday, Feb. 27, Dr. Lynne DiPirro, PT will lead a workshop focused on healing your pelvic floor postpartum. Register: bit.ly/3MwXpih

As a winter storm continues to impact our area, Cape Cod Healthcare is updating hours of operation on Tuesday, February 24, for the safety of our patients and staff. For additional details and the latest updates, please visit capecodhealth.org/storm

Could your drinking habits in your 20s and 30s be setting you up for a heart rhythm disorder later on? Cardiologist Peter Chiotellis, MD, FACC, explains how regular alcohol use may raise the risk of atrial fibrillation. bit.ly/3ZHLYrh #AFib #HeartDisease

As a winter storm impacts our area, Cape Cod Healthcare is updating hours of operation on Monday, February 23, for the safety of our patients and staff. For additional details and the latest updates, please visit capecodhealth.org/storm