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Matter of the Mind: Why Your Mental Health Matters and How You Can Care for It
May 12, 2022When you think about your health, what first comes to mind? For many – if not most – of us, it’s probably our physical health. Are we eating healthy? Are we exercising regularly? Are we feeling tired? Or ill? Do our joints ache? Have we scheduled our annual check-up?
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Clinch Valley Medical Center Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
May 10, 2022Clinch Valley Medical Center received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for spring 2022. This national distinction recognizes Clinch Valley Medical Center’s achievements in protecting patients from preventable harm and error in the hospital.
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May Healthcare Celebrations
May 06, 2022Each May, it is my honor to take a moment to pause and reflect on the tireless work and dedication that our local healthcare teams exhibit every day of the year as they care for our community. I’m fortunate to work alongside the many dedicated physicians, nurses, clinical staff, employees and volunteers that make up our talented healthcare team at Clinch Valley Health, as well as local EMS personnel who partner with us in delivering exceptional care. Throughout this month, we will celebrate three important national observances to recognize our nurses, hospital staff, and EMS workers – all of whom are essential to advancing our mission of Making Communities Healthier.
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Advanced Wound Center Recognized for Clinical Excellence in Patient Satisfaction and Wound Healing Rates
April 29, 2022Clinch Valley Health physicians, leaders and clinicians gathered today to recognize Clinch Valley’s Advanced Wound Center, a recipient of the Center of Distinction award by Healogics®, the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services. The Center achieved outstanding clinical outcomes for twelve consecutive months, including a patient satisfaction rate higher than 92 percent.
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Clinch Valley Health CEO Peter Mulkey Elected as Chair of Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA) Board of Directors
April 21, 2022During its annual Spring Meeting this week, the Virginia Hospital & Healthcare Association (VHHA) elected the 2022-2023 slate of officers to its Board of Directors. The Board, comprised of hospital and health system leaders from across the Commonwealth, unanimously elected Clinch Valley Health Chief Executive Officer Peter Mulkey as Chair, HCA Healthcare Capital Division President Tim McManus as Vice Chair, and Ballad Health Chief Operating Officer Eric Deaton as Secretary-Treasurer.
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Lung Cancer: It’s Not Just a ‘Smoker’s Disease’
April 01, 2022Cigarette smoking remains the number one risk factor for lung cancer. Use of other tobacco products like pipes and cigars also increases your risk. Risk factors that can cause lung cancer in people who have never smoked include exposure to radon gas, secondhand smoke, carcinogens like asbestos and diesel exhaust, air pollution and also certain gene mutations.
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A is for April…and Allergies: What to Do When Allergens Attack
March 30, 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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Welcome La Donna Osborne, FNP-BC
March 04, 2022Clinch Valley Health announced that La Donna Osborne, FNP-BC has joined Clinch Valley Health’s team and will be serving patients at Clinch Valley Physicians Associates.
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From Must-See TV to Must-Screen for Me? Why It Might Be Time for a Colonoscopy
February 28, 2022by Arundeep Kahlon, MD, Gastroenterologist
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Did You Brush? The Surprising Link Between Dental Health and Your Heart
February 28, 2022Thank 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.
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Five Surprising Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
February 25, 2022You 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 heart health, including increased blood flow and lowered stress levels. It turns out that laughter really is one of the best medicines, after all. Have a little dark chocolate. Yep. You heard us. Dark chocolate contains polyphenols, which reduce the number of cell-damaging free radicals in your body. Just don’t go overboard – research suggests indulging three times a month. Be a good neighbor. Next time you see your neighbor, say hi! According to a University of Michigan study, people who felt like a part of their community, trusted their neighbors and felt safe were 34 percent less likely to have a heart attack. Spend time with your pet. Some studies have shown that owning a pet can help increase physical activity and lower blood pressure. Get a flu shot. A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association in 2013 showed that persons who received a flu shot reduced their risk of heart disease, stroke, heart failure or death from cardiac-related causes by roughly 36 percent.
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Minutes Matter: Knowing the Signs Can Save a Life
February 25, 2022When a heart attack strikes, minutes matter. Those first few minutes following a heart attack are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient in the days to come. According to the National Institutes of Health, about half of those who die from heart attacks will die within an hour of their first symptom. Being able to quickly recognize what’s happening and act can help ensure that the victim gets proper medical treatment as soon as possible.
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Heart Disease: An Unwanted Heirloom
February 25, 2022You’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 health.
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Heart Health at Any Age
February 24, 2022Things change as we get older. How you took care of yourself in your 20s might be very different from how you take care of yourself today. That said, it’s important to understand what you should keep in mind as you age. Check out these pointers on what to remember as each decade comes and goes, as well as some things to keep in mind at every day at every age.
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Got Kids? Give ‘Em Heart!
February 23, 2022As a parent, there are a number of great reasons to get your kids to think of their health as a priority. And there are a number of great ways to help them do that, including regular physical activity.
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We Heart Dessert
February 22, 2022How many of us want to beat a hasty path to the freezer for a few scoops of ice cream after dinner? While it’s nice to treat yourself from time to time, it’s important to keep the decadent desserts as a special treat, rather than an every-night occurrence.
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Sleeping Beauty
February 21, 2022Consistently getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most beneficial things you can do for the health of your mind and body. And it’s particularly important for your heart. Even though it keeps beating after you close your eyes, it benefits from the lowered blood pressure that happens when you drift off to dreamland. Check out these pointers to ward off tossing and turning and help ensure a deep and relaxing sleep tonight that leaves you rejuvenated and ready to tackle tomorrow.
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It Does That? Fun Facts About Your Hard-Working Heart
February 18, 2022Your heart is one hard-working muscle – a fascinating, giant pump that’s working every second of every minute of every day. It’s working hard for you, so let these fun facts about your heart inspire you to work a little harder to keep it healthy.
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Your Once-A-Year Day: Annual Screenings are Good for Your Heart
February 18, 2022Playing an active role in your preventive health is a key factor in preventing heart disease and managing your risk factors for heart problems. And one of the best preventive health measures is your annual check-up with your primary care provider. Even if you don’t have a heart condition, it’s essential to schedule and keep annual exams. Make the most of your time with your provider and ask them about taking these screening tests:
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How Weight Weighs on Your Heart
February 17, 2022Many of us have made New Years resolutions to lose weight, eat healthier and exercise. When we don’t always follow through, it’s not because we don’t want to be healthier. More often, life just gets in the way.
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