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A Lung Scan Can Be a Lifesaver
November 3, 2021
If you are a smoker or a former smoker, and between the ages of 50 and 80, you may qualify or be eligible for a lung cancer screening exam. And it’s an exam that could be a lifesaver. According to the American Lung Association, lung cancer is the number one cause...
read moreHave You Checked Your Blood Sugar Recently?
November 1, 2021
Our blood sugar level is one of those individual health numbers that it’s important for us to know when it comes to staying on top of our health. It measures the amount of sugar, or glucose, present in our blood at any given time. Why is this such an important...
read moreWCU Artist Gifts Cancer Patient with Painting
November 1, 2021
At Harris Regional Cancer Center, our care teams try to provide our patients with an environment that brings a sense of calm during their visit. During their time with us, patients walk by countless pieces of art decorating the Center's walls created by local college students. The Harris Regional Cancer...
read moreShould We Vaccinate Children?
October 31, 2021
Dr. Nicholas Jernigan, a pediatrician at Harris Pediatric Care, took the time to share his medical opinion on children receiving the COVID-19 vaccination.
read moreGet Your Mammo: It’s an hour that could save your life
October 4, 2021
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so if you haven’t already scheduled your mammogram for the year, now is a great time to get it on your calendar and get the peace of mind that comes from taking charge of your health. It’s one hour a year that could save...
read moreHarris and Swain announce multi-year partnership extension with Western Carolina University to remain exclusive healthcare provider for Catamount Athletics
October 1, 2021
Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital announce multi-year partnership extension with Western Carolina University to remain exclusive healthcare provider for Catamount Athletics Sylva/Bryson City/Cullowhee, NC (September 23, 2021): Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital are pleased to announce a three-year partnership extension with Western Carolina University to remain...
read moreYour Health Means Everything – Protect It by Getting Vaccinated for Flu Season
September 27, 2021
At Harris Regional Hospital, one of the essential ways we’re Making Communities Healthier is making sure that our neighbors understand how to fight preventable diseases like the flu. As we have all learned during this time, our health means everything and it has never been more important to protect it....
read moreSuicide Awareness Month: Amanda Fugate Shares Her Story
September 23, 2021
Amanda Fugate, MSN, RN, NE-BC, Director of the Senior Life Solutions program at Swain Community Hospital has learned a lot when it comes to talking about vulnerable topics with your loved ones. She has spent the past decade as a mental health nurse and wishes to share a bit of...
read moreGet Vaccinated: A Message from Your Community Physicians
September 8, 2021
As physicians caring for our Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital communities, we are asking everyone who is eligible to please get vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus. It is important to do everything you can, now, to protect yourself, your family members, and friends.
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