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Heart Surgery May Be Best Performed In the Afternoon

A new study shows that patients who underwent heart surgery in the afternoon fared better than their morning surgery counterparts
Posted on November 8, 2017 by Ellary Allis (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Researchers  who have studied the effect of the body’s circadian rhythms on patients undergoing complex heart surgery have found that the time of day has an effect on the outcome of the surgery. Collecting data on nearly 600 patients who … Continue reading →

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Monday Hearts for Madalene

Page Hodel creates beautiful hearts as a tribute to enduring love
Posted on October 30, 2017 by Kathleen Clohessy Editor-in Chief/SevenPonds

It’s an honor for SevenPonds to share with our readers the story of the Monday Hearts for Madalene project, a true account of the power of enduring love.The project began in 2005, when Page Hodel first met Madalene Rodriguez and … Continue reading →

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Our Monthly Tip: Create a Memorial Tree in Your Loved One’s Honor

Decorate a tree with photos and flowers for an outdoor memorial
Posted on October 26, 2017 by Kathleen Clohessy Editor-in Chief/SevenPonds

Our Tip of the Month Holding a memorial service in a natural setting is a perfect way to honor a loved one who enjoyed the outdoors. What’s more, nature is healing. It can soothe the souls of those who are … Continue reading →

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Is Anything Scarier than Dying?

Preempt the haunting of the ‘should’ve, could’ve’ regrets
Posted on October 23, 2017 by Tani Bahti (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

A roller coaster ride suddenly drops 500 feet. A frantic car horn helps you steer your bike out of the way of an erratic driver. Your tumor biopsy comes back negative. All of these scenarios can precipitate a fear of … Continue reading →

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“Dying is a wild night and a new road”

- Emily Dickinson
Posted on October 17, 2017 by Ellary Allis (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
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Monday Hearts for Madalene

Page Hodel creates beautiful hearts as a tribute to enduring love
Posted on October 16, 2017 by Kathleen Clohessy Editor-in Chief/SevenPonds

It’s an honor for SevenPonds to share with our readers the story of the Monday Hearts for Madalene project, a true account of the power of enduring love.The project began in 2005, when Page Hodel first met Madalene Rodriguez and … Continue reading →

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