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- Mission Health awards 20 scholarships in honor of Kesha YoungMay 27, 2026Mission HospitalMission Health recently recognized 20 students from across Western North Carolina with the annual Kesha Young Health Careers Scholarship, supporting future healthcare professionals as they pursue careers dedicated to caring for others. The scholarships were awarded during a ceremony held at the HCA Healthcare Center for Clinical Advancement on Mission Hospital's campus in Asheville.
- Mission Hospital hosts mental health panel with community partnersMay 25, 2026Mission HospitalMission Hospital hosted “Healing in Every Voice: A Conversation on Mental Well-Being” during Mental Health Awareness Month, uniting healthcare professionals, community organizations and local leaders to address mental health challenges and culturally responsive care in underserved communities.
- Mission Health IT team honored with American flag flown in Middle EastMay 25, 2026Mission HospitalMission Health’s IT team was honored with an American flag flown during combat missions in the Middle East after colleagues had originally sent it overseas to support Associate IT Director and U.S. Army Reserve First Lieutenant Caleb Stoudt during his deployment.
- More than $10 million investment in pay increases made by Mission HospitalMay 18, 2026Mission HealthMission Hospital is investing more than $10 million in additional pay increases for a majority of its colleagues as part of ongoing efforts to support and retain healthcare workers amid nationwide staffing challenges. The investment complements broader workforce initiatives, including nursing education partnerships, paid training programs, competitive benefits and recruitment efforts aimed at strengthening patient care across western North Carolina.
- Mission Hospital exceeds goal to hire 90 nurses in 90 daysMay 04, 2026Mission HospitalMission Hospital surpassed its goal of hiring 90 nurses in 90 days ahead of schedule, boosting staffing and patient care as part of broader workforce development efforts.
- Mission Hospital marks National Volunteer Month with $10,000 donationApril 20, 2026Mission HospitalThe effort reflects an ongoing commitment to community support, with more than 10,500 volunteer hours and significant charitable contributions made in 2025.
- Mission Hospital earns national patient safety award, ranks in top 5% nationwideMarch 10, 2026Mission HospitalMission Hospital has received the 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award from Healthgrades, ranking in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for patient safety. The recognition is based on measurable patient outcomes and highlights the continued work of our care teams to deliver safe, high-quality care to our community.
- Mission Health lifts flu-related visitor RestrictionsMarch 02, 2026Mission HealthMission Health has lifted all flu-related visitor restrictions across its Western North Carolina hospitals and affiliates due to a decrease in regional influenza activity.
- Mission Health expands access to cancer care with renovations at Hope Women's Cancer CenterFebruary 11, 2026Mission HealthMission Health celebrated the completed renovations at its Hope Women's Cancer Center in Asheville, expanding access to high-quality cancer care for women across Western North Carolina. The first significant upgrade to the space since 2007, the renovation increases infusion capacity, adds new clinical rooms, and enhances patient comfort, privacy, and ADA accessibility.
- Mission Hospital Named 2026 Healthgrades America's 50 Best HospitalJanuary 27, 2026Mission HospitalMission Hospital has been named one of Healthgrades America's 50 Best Hospitals for the 11th consecutive year, a distinction based on superior clinical outcomes and patient safety.