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National Heart Month: Four Easy Ways to Show Your Heart Some Love
February 01, 2023We often associate the month of February with hearts because of Valentine’s Day. However, there is another reason we should think of hearts in February – it’s American Heart Month, a designated time to advocate for cardiovascular health and raise awareness about heart disease. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one person dies every 34 seconds from heart disease, making this disease the leading cause of death for both men and women of most racial and ethnic groups in the U.S.
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New Year, New You: Four Tips for a Healthy Start to 2023
January 01, 2023New Year, New You: Four Tips for a Healthy Start to 2023 The 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…
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‘Tis the Season to be Healthy: Maintaining Your Physical and Mental Well-Being During the Holidays
December 08, 2022The holiday season is finally here, ringing with the joy of visiting family and friends, attending festive parties, exchanging gifts, sharing delicious meals and giving back to charitable causes. It’s “the most wonderful time of the year” as they say. Unfortunately, though – for many of us – this time of year often means more stress and…
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Flu Season is Here: Step One? Getting Vaccinated
November 30, 2022Flu season has arrived. Lasting from late autumn to as late as May – and peaking between December and February – the season typically brings millions of illnesses, hundreds of thousands of hospitalizations and tens of thousands of deaths. This 2022-23 flu season, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is expecting flu viruses to circulate along…
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Harris Regional Hospital Welcomes Dr. Jonathan Dean
November 20, 2022Dr. Dean is originally from Pensacola, Florida. He obtained his medical degree at Florida State University College of Medicine and underwent surgical training at Atlanta Medical Center and Halifax Hospital in Daytona Beach, FL. Dr. Dean practices the full range of general surgery with an emphasis on minimally invasive surgery, including laparoscopic and cutting edge robotic techniques.
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Harris Regional Hospital named among Best Maternity Hospitals by Leapfrog and Money Magazine
October 16, 2022Harris Regional Hospital has been named to Money Magazine and The Leapfrog Group’s inaugural list of Best Hospitals for Maternity Care. The rankings are intended to help expecting parents make educated decisions about which hospitals consistently deliver the safest, highest-value care for patients and excellence in maternity experiences. Out of more than 2,200…
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Harris Regional Hospital will Turn Pink in October
September 22, 2022Starting on Monday, October 5th, Harris Regional Hospital will be lighting up the exterior of the hospital pink in celebration and memory of Breast Cancer Awareness month. In conjunction with the town of Sylva, Harris Regional Hospital is excited to turn pink throughout the month of October. Harris Regional Hospital will have a pink ribbon of balloons inside their main entrance as well as the beloved Tree of Hope at the Medical Office Building. We invite community members to place loved one’s names on the Tree of Hope and share the photo on social media in memory and celebration of that person.
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Harris Medical Associates Welcomes Dr. Kayla Williams
September 14, 2022Harris Regional Hospital is pleased to welcome Dr. Kayla Williams, to Harris Medical Associates. Dr. Williams joins Dr. Queen, Dr. Dixon, Dr. O’Malley, and Jessica Jones, NP, providing primary care services to Jackson County and the surrounding region.
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Suicide Prevention: Knowing the Signs & Getting Help
September 06, 2022One of the most troubling aspects of suicide is it can impact people of all ages, groups and backgrounds. Suicide and suicide attempts also affect the health and well-being of friends, loved ones, co-workers and the greater community. When people die by suicide, their surviving family and friends can experience a range of difficult emotions, like anger and guilt, and may even have thoughts of suicide themselves.
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Forensic Nurse Services Now Offered at Harris Regional Hospital
July 25, 2022Harris Regional Hospital announces a Forensic Nurse Program to launch on August 1st, 2022. Harris Regional Hospital is proud to announce that six employed nurses elected to become certified forensic nurses. A forensic nurse has specialized training in handling delicate and traumatic experiences related to sexual assault.
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Jean Sprinkle Named Mercy Award Winner
July 20, 2022Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital recently announced that Jean Sprinkle, RN, 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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Harris Regional Hospital Named Top Maternity Hospital in 2021
June 27, 2022Harris Regional Hospital was named to Newsweek’s 2021 list of Best Maternity Hospitals. The distinction recognizes facilities that have excelled in providing care to mothers, newborns, and their families, as verified by the 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Survey. Best Maternity Care Hospitals is part of Newsweek’s Best Health Care series, powered by data from The Leapfrog Group.
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Summertime Safety: How to Keep Cool and Healthy All Summer Long
June 20, 2022by Dr. Bradley McAbee, Physician School’s out and that means one thing: summer is officially here! As the days grow longer and brighter, many of us will be taking full advantage of summer, whether its enjoying backyard barbeques, lazy days by the pool or even the occasional fireworks display. No matter how you choose to enjoy your summer, it’s important to stay alert and protect yourself and your family from potential threats to your health and safety. Topping the list of summertime hazards are extreme heat and drowning. The good news is heat-related illness and water dangers can be easily prevented.
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Harris Cancer Center Partners with Jackson County Recreation Department
June 09, 2022The Harris Regional Cancer Center Partners with Jackson County Parks and Recreation Department to Help Cancer Patients with Recovery.
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Harris and Swain Welcome New CEO
April 19, 2022Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital today announced that Christopher Munton has been named as permanent chief executive officer (CEO) of its hospitals. His first day in the new role will be Monday, May 16.
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Harris Medical Park of Franklin Expands
April 06, 2022Virtual Open House Harris Regional Hospital Medical Park of Franklin is proud to announce an expansion at 144 Holly Springs Park Drive that includes new space for Harris Surgical Associates and the Harris Pain Center. The expanded space is conveniently located adjacent to the longstanding facility at 55 Holly Springs Park Drive which includes Harris Family Care – Franklin, Harris Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, Harris Women’s Care, Harris Pediatric Care, and outpatient lab, radiology, and physical rehabilitation services.
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From Must-See TV to Must-Screen for Me? Why It Might Be Time for a Colonoscopy
March 07, 2022From Must-See TV to Must-Screen for Me? Why It Might Be Time for a Colonoscopy By Dr. Jarred Tanksley In 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…
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Did You Brush? The Surprising Link Between Dental Health and Your Heart
February 28, 2022Did You Brush? The Surprising Link Between Dental Health and Your Heart Thank you for joining us on this 28-day journey of heart health. We hope you’ve found it helpful and that you’ve learned something about your heart that you may not have known before. Remember, heart health isn’t about a crash diet. It’s not about getting up at 5…
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Heart Disease: An Unwanted Heirloom
February 27, 2022Heart Disease: An Unwanted Heirloom You’ve got your father’s eyes, your grandmother’s laugh, but what about your uncle’s heart disease? While many inherited traits are good, others – like heart disease – aren’t. It’s important to know how your family’s history with heart disease can affect your own heart…
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Five Surprising Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
February 26, 2022Five Surprising Ways to Boost Your Heart Health You probably know that healthy eating and regular physical activity are critically important to maintaining good heart health. But there are a number of other things you can do to give your heart an extra boost that might surprise you. Laugh. Research has pointed to laughter having several benefits for your…
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