Sue Thoms is a writer and storyteller who joined Health Beat after a 30-year career at The Grand Rapids Press. She loves writing stories that shine a light on the resilience and beauty of the human spirit. In addition to medical features, she writes fiction and has published seven picture books for children. Michigan born and raised, Sue enjoys exploring the state with her family―especially the lakes, sand dunes and ski hills. Contact her at susan.thoms@spectrumhealth.org.
El racismo tiene un costo, físico y emocional, en los profesionales de la salud afrodescendientes. Combatirlo podría tener beneficios de largo alcance, mejorando la salud general de la comunidad.
Those with cardiovascular disease should continue to be careful about avoiding the virus because they are at high risk for complications.
COVID-19 takes a heavy toll on Black and Latino communities in West Michigan, reflecting longstanding systemic health and social inequities.
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When a spot showed up on David Kidder’s lung X-ray, he turned to a minimally invasive approach for his biopsy and surgery.
A neuropsychologist advises patience and empathy with loved ones. And be kind to yourself.
Alma Gilleo has seen a century of change, but she’s not focused on the past. She still has big plans for the future.
Boarded-up windows in downtown Grand Rapids become paintings promoting justice and unity. Spectrum Health is there to support.
The ICU team celebrates as patients graduate from the unit—and draws strength and knowledge to help care for others.
A team works together to make a drive-up specimen collection site for COVID-19 efficient.
After a stroke at age 30, Josh Crandall-Morgan gets inspiration from his children as he works toward independence.
In the wake of the pandemic, the Renucci Hospitality House provides a gathering place for a family to say goodbye to a loving father.
