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- Common gynecology questions women ask their doctorMay 11, 2026Mission HealthLearn the most common gynecology questions women ask about periods, pelvic pain, preventive screenings, birth control, and sexual health so you can feel more prepared for your next visit.
- Understanding your Pap smear resultsMay 11, 2026Mission HealthPap smear results can be confusing or scary. Learn what normal and abnormal results mean, what affects cervical cancer risk, and when follow-up testing is needed.
- Spring injuries: How to prevent falls and sprainsMay 11, 2026Mission HealthLearn why falls, sprains and other orthopedic injuries rise in spring, plus simple prevention tips to stay safe during yard work, sports and outdoor activities.
- Understanding Medicaid and thinking about cancer preventionApril 27, 2026Angel Medical CenterAngel Medical Center is implementing updates tied to Medicaid expansion through the HASP program, including new screening questions and financial assistance processes designed to improve access to care while protecting patient information. The column also emphasizes the importance of cancer prevention and early detection, encouraging regular screenings and recognizing the contributions of healthcare and community workers.
- Cancer Prevention and Early Detection: Why Are They So Important?April 27, 2026Highlands-Cashiers HospitalEarly detection through regular cancer screenings can save lives by identifying cancer at a stage when it is easier to treat and outcomes are more favorable.
- Tackling Stress Successfully Supports the Health of Our CommunityApril 27, 2026Blue Ridge Regional HospitalApril's National Stress Awareness Month highlights the importance of managing stress through healthy habits like proper nutrition, regular exercise and avoiding harmful coping mechanisms.
- Occupational therapy services at Transylvania Regional Hospital touch many patientsApril 24, 2026Transylvania Regional HospitalTransylvania Regional Hospital's occupational therapy team plays a vital role in helping patients regain independence by assessing physical and cognitive abilities and creating personalized plans for recovery. Through education, adaptive strategies and ongoing support, occupational therapists help patients safely return to daily activities and improve their overall quality of life.
- Learn About Evidence Based-Care, and Why Mission Hospital McDowell Stresses Its ImportanceApril 24, 2026Mission Hospital McDowellEvidence-based care combines the latest medical research with a provider's clinical expertise and each patient's unique needs to deliver the most effective, up-to-date treatment.
- From Couch to Garden: Easing Back Into Spring the Smart WayApril 20, 2026Mission HospitalAs spring encourages people to return to outdoor activity, it's important to ease back in gradually to avoid common injuries like strains and sprains that can occur when doing too much too quickly.
- Navigating fertility treatments without burning outApril 13, 2026Mission HealthLearn how to manage the two-week wait, cope with fertility medication mood changes, and prepare for egg retrieval — without burnout during treatment.