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Heart Disease 101: Warning Signs for Women
February 04, 2022As the number one killer of men and women in the U.S., you might think that gender doesn’t matter when it comes to heart disease. But it does. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in 16 women age 20 and older have coronary heart disease, while only approximately half of women recognize that heart disease is…
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Not All Symptoms Are Obvious: Overlooked Symptoms to Watch
February 03, 2022We’ve all seen when heart attacks happen in the movies. A character is walking along when, suddenly, they grab their chest – wincing with pain – and immediately tell someone, “Call 911! I’m having a heart attack!” While that certainly does happen, the reality is that heart attacks can strike much more subtly – even happening to…
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30 Minutes a Day Can Help Keep Heart Disease Away
February 02, 202230 Minutes a Day Can Help Keep Heart Disease Away Did you know that exercising as little as 30 minutes every day can improve your heart health and quality of life? It can even be simple activities that are easier to incorporate into your schedule, like taking your dog for a jog, tossing a ball with your kids, or sunset walk in the neighborhood. According to the American…
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February 1--Welcome to 28 Days of Heart Health!
February 01, 2022February 1 Welcome to 28 Days of Heart Health Each February, we mark American Heart Month – an excellent opportunity to focus on heart health and the essential role it plays in your overall well-being today and every day. Maintaining good heart health can help you add years to your life so you can enjoy many more days to come. So, welcome to the 28…
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Making Communities Healthier – Fall/Winter 2021
November 04, 2021In this issue: Get Your Mammo: It’s an hour that could save your life Ask a Doc: How do I know if I have diabetes? A note from the CEO Mission Moment: Edward Rhodes, Patient Care Partner Getting the Most Out of Your Health Insurance Are You On Medicare? Ask Your Provider about Free Annual Wellness Visits Italian Meatloaf Recipe View this Issue
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Your Health Means Everything: Taking Care of Yourself in a Post-Pandemic World
April 07, 2021If there is one thing we have collectively learned over the last year it is that – in short – your health means everything.
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Colonoscopies 101: Why they’re important, why it might be time to get one and why they’re easier than you might think
March 02, 2021Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in both men and women, excluding skin cancers. And while the majority of these cases occur in people 50 and older, the disease can happen to men and women at any age.
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Robot Added to Surgery Arsenal
February 09, 2021North Alabama Medical Center is proud to announce the addition of a new robot to its multi-disciplinary robotic-assisted surgery program. The robot can be used in a wide range of specialty services available at NAMC including general surgery, gynecology, urology and hernia repair.
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Monoclonal Antibody Treatment Available at NAMC
February 02, 2021North Alabama Medical Center is proud to offer bamlanivimab/casirivimab and imdevimab therapy, a new monoclonal antibody treatment for eligible positive COVID-19 patients.
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North Alabama Medical Center Launches Provider Referral Line
February 01, 2021North Alabama Medical Center is excited to announce the launch of HealthyHub™ Find a Doctor, a new provider referral line service (PRL). This new tool will make it easier for patients to find the health care services they need within our community. Patients looking for a provider can call 256-629-DOCS (3627) to obtain information on our clinical specialists and…
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COVID-19 Vaccination FAQs
December 21, 2020We know there are a lot of questions about the emerging COVID-19 vaccines. Our goal is to keep you informed as vaccines are approved and rolled out for our workforce, patients and community in the weeks ahead. We have created a list of common questions about the COVID-19 vaccines based on current knowledge and understanding. These questions will continue to evolve with…
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Shoals Hospital Unveils New Identity to Reflect Affiliation with North Alabama Medical Center
December 17, 2020(Muscle Shoals, AL – December 17, 2020) – Today, hospital leaders with North Alabama Medical Center and Shoals Hospital announced the rebranding of Shoals Hospital as North Alabama Shoals Hospital, bringing the Shoals facility into greater alignment with its sister facility. “For more than 50 years, Shoals Hospital has provided high-quality care, close…
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COVID-19 Update in the Shoals
November 17, 2020North Alabama Medical Center’s top priority continues to be protecting the health and safety of our patients, providers, employees and the communities we serve. Like our fellow healthcare providers, we continue to be challenged by the concerning trend of COVID-19 in our local community and across the nation. The number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise rapidly…
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Detecting Lung Cancer Early: Why a Screening Could Save Your Life
November 02, 2020By the end of 2020, more than 228,000 people will have been diagnosed with lung cancer and more than 130,000 people will die from it.
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Celebrating Safely: How to keep you, your family and your community healthy this holiday season
October 26, 2020By Terri Harris, North Alabama Medical Center Chief Nursing Officer The final two months of the year are traditionally filled with a number of opportunities to celebrate with family, friends and co-workers. Of course, 2020 has been anything but a traditional year, thanks in no small part to the ongoing pandemic. As we continue to fight COVID-19 and work to slow the…
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Blood Donation: How You Can Aid in the COVID-19 Fight and Make Your Community Healthier
October 26, 2020Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood – but only about 10 percent of those who are eligible to give actually make a blood donation each year.
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Patient Writes Note of Gratitude to Staff
October 22, 2020To the outstanding staff at NAMC: As a healthcare professional, the role I have most wanted to avoid, especially during current pandemic circumstances, is that of patient. Unfortunately, that is the role I found myself in during the early morning hours of Friday, October 16th, 2020 when I presented to your Emergency Department with abdominal pain and a fever. Having a…
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Don’t Take a Chance with Your Health – Get Vaccinated for Flu Season
October 12, 2020By Terri Harris, Chief Nursing Officer It is hard to believe that in the coming weeks, the temperature will begin its downward trend, and the fall season will already be upon us. This also means that flu season is just around the corner – a period which usually peaks between December and February but can last as late as May. Influenza (flu) is a contagious…
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North Alabama Medical Center Breaks Ground on $13.6 Million Cancer Center
September 18, 2020Hospital launches new service line to provide high-quality cancer care to the community Florence, AL – On September 18, North Alabama Medical Center (NAMC), part of LifePoint Health, ceremoniously broke ground on a new cancer center that will be added to its main campus in Florence, Alabama. A small group of leaders from the hospital and LifePoint gathered to…
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NAMC Urges Community Members to Wear Masks
July 15, 2020(Florence, AL – July 15, 2020) – North Alabama Medical Center is urging community members to wear face masks or cloth face coverings in public areas where social distancing is not easily achieved in an effort to help stop the spread of COVID-19. This aligns with recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Alabama Department of…
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