Yearly Archive: 2015
Marla's Story - For her, Packard Health is indeed home
November 2015
At age 26, Marla is no longer covered by her parents' health insurance, and her job does not provide any. Ill with high fever and chills, she went to the Emergency Room where a urinary tract infection was diagnosed and antibiotics started. ER tests uncovered a much more serious health issue - diabetes. Marla was...
Crockpot turkey meatballs with cranberry-BBQ sauce
November 2015
Healthy and handy for the holidays ... this do-ahead crockpot of turkey meatballs is a smart way to entertain. Karen Koeppe, Packard Health's Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Educator, serves up another winning recipe. These meatballs simmer in the crockpot while we make time for family and friends. Crockpot Turkey Meatballs in Cranberry-BBQ Sauce Ingredients: ...
Good, good works
October 2015
"Every American deserves access to quality, affordable health care." ~ Rep. Debbie Dingell, D-Dearborn As Packard Health and our partners in the community focus hard on the most vulnerable citizens in Washtenaw County, there's energy, innovation and commitment in the air. Packard Health is honored to be a part of this unfolding story. Here are...
Pumpkin soup with lentils
October 2015
There's a chill in the air that calls for hot soup! Here's a recipe packed with beta-carotene and fiber. The fresh grated ginger root is a MUST for a spicy "kick"! Heaps of thanks to Karen Koeppe, Packard Health's Nutritionist and Certified Diabetes Educator. Pumpkin Soup With Lentils Ingredients: 1 small sweet...
