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COVID-19 Vaccines Available at Maria Parham Health
January 08, 2021COVID-19 vaccines will be available for you soon!Maria Parham Health has received the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine.We have begun vaccinating individuals in Phase 1a and will continue to do so through January 14th. For more information about individuals who qualify for Phase 1a, see this document from NC DHHS.We will begin vaccinating individuals in Phase 1b on…
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Brighter Days Ahead: Celebrate the New Year with a Healthy Start
December 22, 2020By Melissa Dean-Appasu, FNP-C A new year is always an opportunity for a fresh start. A new beginning. That’s one of the big reasons, so many of us set New Year’s resolutions. Turning the page on the calendar gives us a chance to turn the page on unhealthy habits, resolve to be better, healthier versions of ourselves, and look to the future with hope for…
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Community FAQ – COVID-19 Vaccine
December 18, 2020Community FAQ – COVID-19 Vaccine We know there are a lot of questions about the emerging COVID-19 vaccines. Our goal is to keep you informed as vaccines are approved and rolled out for our workforce, patients and community in the weeks ahead. We have created a list of common questions about the COVID-19 vaccines based on current knowledge and understanding. These…
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Kayla J. Cagle-Colon Joins Maria Parham Health
December 16, 2020Maria Parham Health is excited to announce that Kayla J. Cagle-Colon, MD, has joined our women’s care practice, Maria Parham Women’s Care. Dr. Cagle-Colon joins the community from New York, New York where she has completed her residency program. “We are pleased to welcome Dr. Cagle-Colon to North Carolina to practice at Maria Parham…
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Coronavirus Resources for Families
December 01, 2020www.healthychildren.orgHealthyChildren.org - From the American Academy of PediatricsGo Tip: Expand your results into surrounding areas by only using the first 3 or 4 digits of your ZIP code.www.healthychildren.org https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) | CDCCOVID-19 Alert: Cases are Rising. COVID-19 cases,…
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Keeping the Happy in Your Holiday: Making the Most of This Year’s Challenging Season
November 24, 2020By Jason Roberts, MSN RN, Program Director and Nurse Manager Maria Parham Health Franklin, Behavioral Health With its myriad joyful and time-honored traditions, the holiday season is a cherished time of the year for many. Unfortunately, it can also be a stressful and emotionally trying time, especially for those juggling numerous obligations or coping with the loss of a…
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Celebrating Safely: How to keep you, your family and your community healthy this holiday season
October 30, 2020By TALITHA BROWN, MD, FACS, General Surgeon The final two months of the year are traditionally filled with a number of opportunities to celebrate with family, friends, and co-workers. Of course, 2020 has been anything but a traditional year, thanks in no small part to the ongoing pandemic. As we continue to fight COVID-19 and work to slow the spread in our…
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Detecting Lung Cancer Early: Why a Screening Could Save Your Life
October 30, 2020By Kimberly Smith, BSN, RN - Director, Cancer Center Did you know November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month? Today, lung cancer is responsible for 12.7 percent of all diagnosed new cancers each year and 22.4 percent of cancer deaths in the U.S. – the largest percentage of cancer deaths. By the end of 2020, more than 228,000 people will have been diagnosed…
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Give Yourself the Gift of Good Health
October 22, 2020Give Yourself the Gift of Good Healthby Emma White, DO As we enter the final months of what has certainly been an unprecedented year, health and well-being have perhaps never been more at the forefront of our thoughts. The ongoing pandemic has shown us that it continues to be imperative for us to make our physical health a priority. Preventive care is a key…
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Maria Parham Health Earns National Accreditation from the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons
October 21, 2020The Commission on Cancer (CoC), a quality program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) has granted Three-Year Accreditation to the cancer program at Maria Parham Health. To earn voluntary CoC accreditation, a cancer program must meet 34 CoC quality care standards, be evaluated every three years through a survey process, and maintain…
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An Hour That Could Impact a Lifetime
September 29, 2020Our daily schedules can be tough to juggle, especially when there is that “one more thing” to fit in. But if you’re a woman age 40 or older, there’s one extra thing you should make time for – an annual mammogram.
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Don't Take a Chance with Your Health – Get Vaccinated for Flu Season
September 16, 2020At Maria Parham Health, our mission is Making Communities Healthier. One of the most important ways we do that is by ensuring that our community understands how to fight preventable diseases, like the flu. And given the challenges posed by the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic this year, it has never been more important to be proactive about your health.
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Maria Parham Advanced Wound Center Recognized with National Award for Clinical Excellence
August 25, 2020Maria Parham Health – Henderson physicians, leaders and clinicians gathered to celebrate the Center of Distinction award, which was given to Maria Parham Advanced Wound Center by Healogics®, the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services.
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Taking Charge of Your Health: How Your Primary Care Provider Can Help You Stay Ahead of the Curve
August 13, 2020Since the onset of COVID-19, many of us have probably focused more intently on our health than ever before – paying close attention to how we are feeling, staying alert to any signs that we might not be well and doing what we can to stay healthy. While a pandemic is certainly a bad thing, being more in tune with and focused on our health is definitely a good thing.
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Universal Masking
July 16, 2020Maria Parham Health is taking every precaution to keep our patients and staff safe, and prevent the spread of COVID-19 in our facilities. For this reason, we are following the CDC recommendation [and North Carolina mandate,] that anyone who enters our facility must wear a face mask at all times.
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Safe for the Summer: Tips to Help You Stay Protected and Healthy While Enjoying the Season
July 07, 2020With summer officially here, chances are you’re hoping to take advantage of the season’s many opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature. And while it’s important to remember that COVID-19 is still here and we should be doing everything we can to stop the spread of this virus, taking a break to get outside, soak up some vitamin D and enjoy a little fun in the sun can do a world of good for your physical and mental health.
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How the Pandemic Made Maria Parham Health Better
July 01, 2020In recent weeks, I have been reflecting on the unprecedented challenges that our community and our team at Maria Parham Health have faced as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. More specifically, I’ve been intentionally looking for every possible silver lining in a time when – let’s face it – we all need some positive news.
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Maria Parham Health 2019 Community Benefit Report
June 26, 2020At Maria Parham Health, we love calling Vance and Franklin county home, and we’re so grateful for your support and for trusting us with your care. Check out our latest community benefit report to see how we’re working hard to enhance how we care for you and care for our community. #MakingCommunitiesHealthier #CommunityBenefit
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