b'Made for MoreAll of us are made for more. More adventures. More love. More of lifes greatest moments. Whatever it is youd love to do more of, we want tobe part of your journey. Thats why at Adventist Health Howard Memorial and Adventist Health Ukiah Valley, were always striving to make sure you get the verybest care possible. Weve been on a journey to excellence and thanks toour teams hard work and dedication, our efforts have been paying off.Last year, we received straight A ratings from Leapfrog for PatientSafety at Adventist Health Ukiah Valley.Adventist Health Howard Memorial also received a five-star rating,the highest recognition possible from the Centers for Medicareand Medicaid Services (CMS). Read more about these awards and what they mean for you andyour care on page 3. If youre planning to spring clean, pharmacist Carrie Winter has tipson decluttering your medicine cabinet on page 7. We talk about mens health, a topic many shy away from discussing.Learn what to look out for and how a simple procedure can improvea mans quality of life.As we embark on 2020, we are even more focused on helping you live Adventist Health Howardyour best life so you can be made for more. Thats why we provide support Memorial has been recognizedand education beyond our walls, from managing your diabetes, to learning as the only Planetree certifiedhow to quit smoking or just making healthier lifestyle choices, were here hospital in the North Bayfor you. Check out our support group calendar in this issue.the highest recognition inThank you for your continued support as we grow our services and person-centered care. continue to find new ways to improve the health of our community. There are only six hospitalsin California and only 27in the U.S. who have earned Jason Wellsthis prestigious award. PresidentInspired is published as a community service for the friends and neighbors of Adventist Health Howard Memorial and Adventist Health Ukiah Valley.To learn more, go to AHMendocino.org. Information in Together InspiredTM comes from a wide range of medical experts. If you have any concerns or questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your health care provider.The cover photo is taken of Bonterra Vineyards, provided by Tom Liden, Photographer. Models may be used in photos and illustrations.2|AHMendocino.org'