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Maria Parham Health Encourages Colorectal Cancer Screening as Cases Rise Among Younger Adults
March 04, 2026If you were a teenager in the 1990s rushing to finish homework in time for NBC’s “Must-See TV” lineup, it may now be time for another important “must” — scheduling a colonoscopy.
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Maria Parham Health to Host Free Lunch & Learn for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March 03, 2026Maria Parham Health will host a free Lunch & Learn on March 31 to help raise awareness about colorectal cancer and the importance of early screening and prevention.
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Maria Parham Health Receives Lifepoint Health Operations Excellence Award
March 02, 2026Maria Parham Health has been recognized by its parent company, Lifepoint Health, with the 2025 Operations Excellence Award for the company’s Eastern Division of acute care facilities. The honor was presented during Lifepoint Health’s annual awards ceremony on Feb. 25.
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Maria Parham Health Celebrates Excellence in Patient Safety
February 18, 2026On February 16 and 17, 2026, Maria Parham Health celebrated significant patient safety milestones in 2025, highlighting the organization’s continued commitment to infection prevention and clinical excellence.
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Maria Parham Health Honors Amy Darnell with The DAISY Award
February 11, 2026Maria Parham Health presented The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses to Amy Darnell during a ceremony held on February 4, recognizing her for exceptional, compassionate care provided in the hospital’s Women & Infants Unit.
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Maria Parham Health Supports Heart Health Awareness on Wear Red Day
February 09, 2026Maria Parham Health joined communities across the nation in recognizing Wear Red Day, an annual initiative dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease and the importance of heart health.
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Maria Parham Franklin Emergency Department Renovation Receives Certificate of Occupancy
January 29, 2026Maria Parham Franklin has received a Certificate of Occupancy for its Emergency Department renovation on the Louisburg campus, marking a significant milestone in the hospital’s ongoing efforts to expand access to high-quality, patient-centered care for the community.
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Maria Parham Health to Host Western-Themed Cancer Survivor Dinner Featuring Celebrity Keynote Lisa Robertson
January 28, 2026Maria Parham Health will host a Western-themed Cancer Survivor Dinner on Thursday, May 15, at 6 p.m., honoring the strength, resilience and journeys of cancer survivors across the community. The event will take place at South Henderson Pentecostal Holiness Church, 905 Americal Road, in Henderson, and will feature celebrity keynote speaker Lisa Robertson.
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Maria Parham Health Welcomes Jason Downey, MPA, PA-C, to Orthopedics Team
January 27, 2026Maria Parham Health is proud to announce the addition of Jason Downey, MPA, PA-C, to its orthopedics team, further strengthening the hospital’s commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered orthopedic care for the region.
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Maria Parham Health to Host Free Heart Month Lunch & Learn with Duke Cardiologist
January 20, 2026Maria Parham Health will host a free community Lunch & Learn, “Heart to Heart with Dr. Sawan,” on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026, at noon, in recognition of American Heart Month.
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Healthy Habits to Start in 2026 for Better Overall Health
January 19, 2026The beginning of a new year offers a natural opportunity to reassess your health and build habits that help you feel better and stay healthier over time. While big resolutions can feel overwhelming or short-lived, the most effective changes usually come from small, sustainable strategies that are easier to maintain. In North…
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Maria Parham Health Implements Limited Visitation to Protect Patients and Staff
January 05, 2026Maria Parham Health has implemented limited visitation effective immediately in response to elevated levels of respiratory viruses in the region.
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What Your Annual Blood Work Can Reveal About Your Health
December 22, 2025Your yearly blood work gives your provider information they can’t see during a physical exam, sometimes before you notice any symptoms at all. Blood work isn’t only for sick visits – routine lab work plays a key role in preventive care and long-term health. In North Carolina, many adults…
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Maria Parham Health Celebrates the Retirement of Longtime ENT Physician Dr. Goldstein
December 19, 2025Maria Parham Health is honoring the retirement of longtime otolaryngologist Dr. Richard Goldstein, who saw his final patients in the office on Tuesday, December 23rd, concluding an extraordinary 43-year medical career, including more than 32 years of service in the Henderson community.
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Maria Parham Adds New MD to Surgical Team
December 08, 2025Maria Parham Health is proud to announce the addition of Reshmi Udesh, MD, FACS, an accomplished, board-certified General Surgeon, to its surgical team. Dr. Udesh brings extensive expertise in minimally invasive, robotic, and foregut surgery, enhancing the comprehensive care available to patients in the Vance County region.
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Maria Parham Franklin Expands Mental Health Services with New Intensive Outpatient Program
December 02, 2025Maria Parham Franklin is pleased to announce the launch of its Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), providing structured, evidenced-based therapy for adults (18+) facing mental health challenges.
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Maria Parham Health Launches Aquablation Program
December 02, 2025Maria Parham Health is proud to announce the successful launch of its new Aquablation therapy program, marking a significant advancement in treatment options for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as enlarged prostate.
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Is It a Cold, the Flu, or Something Else? How to Tell the Difference
November 25, 2025When your child starts coughing, sneezing, or running a fever, it can be hard to know what you’re dealing with. As the seasons change and kids head back to school or daycare, coughs and sniffles start making the rounds. Here in North Carolina, that often leaves parents asking: is it just a cold, or something more serious like the flu, RSV, or…
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Maria Parham Health to Illuminate Campus in Celebration of 100 Years of Care
November 14, 2025Maria Parham Health is proud to announce a special community celebration in honor of its 100th anniversary of providing healthcare to Henderson, Vance County, and surrounding areas. On December 4, the hospital will host an evening of family-friendly festivities as it illuminates its campus for the first time, marking a century of hope, healing, and service.
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Maria Parham Health Receives Certificate of Occupancy for Phase Two of Emergency Department Renovation
November 14, 2025Maria Parham Health has received a Certificate of Occupancy for Phase Two of its Emergency Department renovation on the Henderson campus, marking a significant milestone in the hospital’s ongoing efforts to expand access to high-quality care—particularly for patients facing behavioral health challenges in Henderson and Vance County.
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