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Not All Symptoms Are Obvious: Overlooked Symptoms to Watch
February 03, 2023We’ve all seen when heart attacks happen in the movies. A character is walking along when, suddenly, they grab their chest – wincing with pain – and immediately tells someone, “Call 911! I’m having a heart attack!” While that certainly does happen, the reality is that heart attacks can strike much more subtly – even happening to someone who otherwise might feel or seem completely healthy. Below are a few common – and often overlooked – signs that a heart attack may be approaching. If you have concerns about experiencing these symptoms, talk to your provider and ask questions about your risk factors so you can get a pulse on your heart health.
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30 Minutes a Day Can Help Keep Heart Disease Away
February 02, 2023Did you know that exercising as little as 30 minutes every day can improve your heart health and quality of life? It can even be simple activities that are easier to incorporate into your schedule, like taking your dog for a jog, tossing a ball with your kids or sunset walk in the neighborhood. According to the American Heart Association, walking is the simplest positive change you can make to improve your heart health. Here’s why:
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Welcome to 28 Days of Heart Health
February 01, 2023Each February, we mark American Heart Month – a great opportunity to focus on heart health and essential role it plays in your overall well-being, today and every day. In fact, maintaining good heart health can help you add years to your life so you can enjoy many more days to come. So, welcome to the 28 Days of Heart Health.
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New Year, New You: Four Tips for a Healthy Start to 2023
January 03, 2023The beginning of a new year symbolizes a fresh start and, for many of us, it provides a renewed focus on our overall health and wellbeing. That’s why so many of us set New Year’s resolutions intended to improve our wellness. Turning the page on the calendar gives us a chance to turn the page on old unhealthy habits, commit to being better, healthier versions of ourselves and look to the future with hope for what’s to come. Living a healthier life can reduce your risk of illnesses like heart disease, diabetes and cancer; and it can help to boost your energy, sharpen your memories and stabilize your mood, leading to a noticeable improvement in your overall health.
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Maria Parham Health Awarded with Leapfrog "A"!!
November 16, 2022Maria Parham Health received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group. This national distinction celebrates Maria Parham Health’s achievements in protecting hospital patients from preventable harm and errors.
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Diabetes: What You Need to Know
November 01, 2022Diabetes is a chronic health condition that impacts how your body turns food into energy and causes blood sugar levels to rise to abnormally high levels. As the seventh leading cause of death, diabetes is one of the most common – and dangerous – health issues in the U.S. In fact, more than 37 million Americans have diabetes, and one in five of them is unaware they have it.
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Maria Parham Health named among Best Maternity Hospitals by Leapfrog and Money Magazine
October 25, 2022Hospital is one of 259 hospitals nationwide to be recognized with first-ever honor.
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Suicide Prevention: Knowing the Signs & Getting Help
September 01, 2022Suicide is a complex and alarming public health issue that causes pain to hundreds of thousands of people each year. Suicide continues to be one of the fastest-growing epidemics around the world and is a leading cause of death in the U.S. In fact, the U.S. suicide rate in 2020 was 30% higher than in 2000, with nearly 46,000 deaths due to suicide. In the same year, there were an estimated 12.2 million Americans that seriously thought about suicide, while 3.2 million planned an attempt and 1.2 million actually attempted suicide. With September serving as Suicide Prevention Month, it’s an opportune time to remind ourselves of the signs and risk factors of suicide and know how to get help when its needed.
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Maria Parham Adds New Ortho Provider
August 29, 2022Maria Parham Health announced on Friday that Dr Mark Messmer, DO MS, has joined its staff and will be offering orthopedic surgical services to patients in Henderson/Vance County and the surrounding region.
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Healthy Back-to-School Habits: Preparing for a Successful School Year
August 05, 2022As summer break comes to an end, there’s a lot to accomplish in preparation for the new school year. The two most important things to do may seem fairly routine, but that doesn’t make them any less of a priority: schedule annual physicals for you and your family and get up to date on immunizations. Routine wellness checks are essential to your family’s ongoing health and are an integral part of children’s healthcare. In fact, visiting a provider for regular preventive care is one of the best ways to help identify and treat health issues before they become serious.
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Maria Parham Health Welcomes New Orthopedics Provider
July 27, 2022Maria Parham Health is pleased to announce that Scott F. Riley, PA-C has joined the Maria Parham Orthopaedics Team and will be seeing patients at 120 Charles Rollins Road in Henderson.
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Maria Parham Health Announces New Chief Medical Officer
July 06, 2022Maria Parham Health has announced the appointment of Dr Shauna Guthrie as the organization's new Chief Medical Officer (CMO). As CMO, Dr Guthrie will set the direction for Maria Parham Health’s medical department and provide leadership in collaboration with local health systems, community-based providers, and academic institutions. Dr Guthrie will also build upon the current clinical and medical care foundation at Maria Parham Health, adding her expertise to further drive innovation in health care.
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Maria Parham Health Welcomes GI Provider
June 23, 2022Maria Parham Health today announced that Mamun Shahrier, MD, PhD, FACP has joined its staff and will be offering GI services to patients throughout Henderson, Vance County, and the surrounding area. Shahrier is a gastroenterologist with more than 30 years of clinical experience.
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BE COOL: Tips to Help You Best the Heat and Have a Safe and Healthy Summer
June 21, 2022With summer now in full swing, many of us are taking full advantage of this fun time of year, whether it’s hitting the road for a family vacation, getting out on the water, organizing pick-up games in the park or taking an early evening neighborhood stroll. However you choose to enjoy this season, following some key safety tips can help you ensure that this summer is a safe and healthy one.
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MPH to Observe Go Purple Day for Alzheimer's Awareness
June 16, 2022June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month — an opportunity to hold a conversation about the brain and to share the fact that Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias are a major public health issue. Everyone who has a brain is at risk to develop Alzheimer’s, the only leading cause of death that cannot be prevented, cured or even slowed.
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Maria Parham Health Names Mercy Award Winner
May 25, 2022Maria Parham Health recently announced that Kelly Blackwell has been recognized as the facility’s 2022 Mercy Award winner. The Mercy Award recognizes one employee from each of LifePoint Health’s facilities who profoundly touches the lives of others and best represents the spirit and values on which the company was founded.
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A is for April…and Allergies: What to Do When Allergens Attack
April 05, 2022Did you know that – according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – more than 50 million Americans suffer from a type of allergy each year? That makes allergies the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S. And seasonal allergies account for a big percentage of that.
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From Must-See TV to Must-Screen for Me? Why It Might Be Time for a Colonoscopy
March 25, 2022In the 1980s and 1990s, the NBC broadcast network began branding their primetime lineups to promote their sitcoms and dramas. One phrase in particular quickly entered the pop culture lexicon after it debuted in 1993. The phrase? Must-See TV. If you were a teenager in the early ‘90s and remember trying to rush through your homework to watch that night’s Must-See TV lineup, it could be time for another “must” – a colonoscopy.
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Welcome to 28 Days of Heart Health
February 02, 2022Each February, we mark American Heart Month – a great opportunity to focus on heart health and the essential role it plays in your overall well-being, today and every day. In fact, maintaining good heart health can help you add years to your life so you can enjoy many more days to come. So, welcome to the 28 Days of Heart Health.
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28 Days of Heart
February 01, 2022Each February, we focus on heart health and the essential role it plays in our overall well-being, as part of American Heart Month. Maintaining good heart health can help you add years to your life. This year, we’re celebrating 28 Days of Heart Health. Come back to our website each day this month for short articles, featuring recipes, tips, exercise ideas and important info to help you stay heart smart.
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