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Is it a sign?
February 22, 2021Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), equating to approximately one in four male deaths and one in five female deaths. One of the ways to help change that statistic is by staying on top of the warning signs of heart disease so that it can be caught early. So, what are…
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Know Your Numbers
January 29, 2021One step in taking an active role in your health to help ensure a healthy life is by knowing specific numbers that play an important role for your heart: Blood pressureIs your blood pressure at normal levels? One in three U.S. adults has high blood pressure, which can lead to heart disease. Normal range for blood pressure should be below 120/80. If your numbers are at…
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Getting a Jump Start on Being Heart Smart
December 25, 2020If the classic shape of a heart pops into your mind when you think of February, you’re not alone. With Valentine’s Day falling at the exact mid-point of the month, stores are filled with heart-shaped cards, candy and more to celebrate the annual holiday of love. But there’s another reason that hearts should be on your mind right now. Each February we…
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Brighter Days Ahead: Celebrate the New Year with a Healthy Start
December 22, 2020A new year is always an opportunity for a fresh start. A new beginning. That’s one of the big reasons so many of us set New Year’s resolutions. Turning the page on the calendar gives us a chance to turn the page on unhealthy habits, resolve to be better, healthier versions of ourselves and look to the future with hope for what’s to come. As we look…
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Keeping the Happy in Your Holiday: Making the Most of This Year’s Challenging Season
December 04, 2020With its myriad joyful and time-honored traditions, the holiday season is a cherished time of the year for many. Unfortunately, it can also be a stressful and emotionally trying time, especially for those juggling numerous obligations or coping with the loss of a loved one. And as COVID-19 cases continue to rise in our community and across the country, we are finding…
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Celebrating Safely: How to keep you, your family and your community healthy this holiday season
November 06, 2020The 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 spread in our community, it’s a good idea to take a moment and…
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Celebrating Safely: How to keep you, your family and your community healthy this holiday season
November 06, 2020The 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 spread in our community, it’s a good idea to take a moment and…
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Blood Donation: How You Can Aid in the COVID-19 Fight and Make Your Community Healthier
October 30, 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. Donated blood is a necessary part of helping patients cope with a wide variety of conditions, including burns, trauma, heart surgery, cancer, organ transplants and more. A one-time blood donation can save the…
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Give Yourself the Gift of Good Health
October 19, 2020As we enter the final months of what has certainly been an unprecedented year, health and well-being has perhaps never been more at the forefront of our thoughts. The ongoing pandemic has shown us that it continues to be imperative for us to make our physical health a priority. Preventive care is a key factor in maintaining your overall health. Annual well visits and…
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Give Yourself the Gift of Good Health
October 19, 2020As we enter the final months of what has certainly been an unprecedented year, health and well-being has perhaps never been more at the forefront of our thoughts. The ongoing pandemic has shown us that it continues to be imperative for us to make our physical health a priority. Preventive care is a key factor in maintaining your overall health. Annual well visits and…
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STRHS Pulaski Ranks Third in the Nation as Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare
October 12, 2020Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski (STRHS Pulaski) has placed third in the nation by Modern Healthcare as one of the 2020 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. The announcement was made last week during the virtual Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work awards gala. “When we were notified earlier this year that for the 4th year in a row, we had made…
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An Hour That Could Impact a Lifetime
September 22, 2020Our daily schedules can be tough to juggle. Especially when there is that “one more thing” to try and fit in. Especially now, when we have a new set of COVID-19-related challenges to navigate, like video work calls, shifting school schedules and more. But if you’re a woman age 40 or older, there’s one extra thing you should make time for – an…
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Don’t Take a Chance with Your Health – Get Vaccinated for Flu Season
September 02, 2020It 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 respiratory illness caused by influenza…
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Taking Charge of Your Health: How Your Primary Care Provider Can Help You Stay Ahead of the Curve
August 10, 2020Since the onset of COVID-19, many of us have probably focused more intently on our health than ever before – paying close attention to how we are feeling, staying alert to any signs that we might not be well and doing what we can to stay healthy. While a pandemic is certainly a bad thing, being more in tune with and focused on our health is definitely…
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Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Urges Community Members to Wear Masks
August 04, 2020Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski (STRHS Pulaski) 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) as being an effective way to…
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Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare in 2020
July 22, 2020Chicago, IL–Southern Tennessee Regional Health System Pulaski (STRHS Pulaski) has been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the 2020 Best Places to Work in Healthcare. The complete list of this year’s winners, in alphabetical order, is available at ModernHealthcare.com/bestplaceslist. Modern Healthcare will publish a special supplement featuring a ranked…
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Safe for the Summer: Tips to Help You Stay Protected and Healthy While Enjoying the Season
June 26, 2020With summer officially here, chances are you’re hoping to take advantage of the season’s many opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature. And while it’s important to remember that COVID-19 is still here and we should be doing everything we can to stop the spread of this virus, taking a break to get outside, soak up some vitamin D and enjoy a little…
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Southern Tennessee Regional Health Pulaski Achieves Healthgrades 2020 Patient Safety Excellence AwardTM
June 16, 2020Southern Tennessee Regional Health Pulaski announced today that it is a recipient of the Healthgrades 2020 Patient Safety Excellence AwardTM. This distinction places Southern Tennessee Regional Health Pulaski among the top 10% of all short-term acute care hospitals reporting patient safety data as evaluated by Healthgrades, the leading resource that connects…
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Taking Care of Your Mental Health During COVID-19
May 29, 2020When it comes to protecting ourselves during the current COVID-19 pandemic, it can be easy to focus exclusively on physical health – making sure we are following CDC guidelines, practicing social distancing and doing everything we can to keep ourselves, our families and our communities safe and healthy. All those things are very important. But there is another…
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Taking Care of Your Child’s Health and Wellness during COVID-19
May 27, 2020Like many aspects of daily life, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed how we think about and access healthcare these days. For families, that includes pediatric care for children. We asked a pediatrician to talk about the importance of continuing to seek proper care for your child and answer some frequently asked questions regarding children’s health during this…
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