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National Nutrition Month: Five Tips to Help You Fuel for the Future
March 08, 2023By Liz Choate, RD, LD, Director of Clinical Nutrition March is National Nutrition Month®, an annual campaign driven by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics that focuses on the importance of making informed food choices, developing sound eating habits and maintaining regular physical activity. This year’s theme is “Fuel for the Future” – a…
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National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Is It Your Time for a Colonoscopy?
March 01, 2023By Dr. Ruben Cuadrado, Gastroenterologist The '80s and '90s were a legendary time for cinema, with the release of some of the most well-known movies to date, including Thelma & Louise, Forrest Gump, Clueless, Space Jam, Titanic and the list goes on. But if these renowned pieces of pop culture were introduced to the big screen during your teenage years, it might be…
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28 Days of Heart - Part Two
February 21, 2023Welcome to 28 Days of Heart Health Each February, we focus on heart health and the essential role it plays in our overall well-being, as part of American Heart Month. Maintaining good heart health can help you add years to your life. This year, we’re celebrating 28 Days of Heart Health. Come back to our website each day this month for short articles,…
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Heart-Healthy Fats: Omega-3 Fatty Acids
February 16, 2023Eating fish and seafood may lower risk of heart attack and stroke because they are high in omega-3 fatty acids (eicosapantaenoic acid, or EPA and docosahexaenoic acid, or DHA) and low in saturated fat. Two 4-ounce servings of oily fish per week are recommended as a way to consumer a daily dose of 250 to 500 milligrams of EPA and DHA. If you have heart failure, a…
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28 Days of Heart
February 01, 2023Each February, we focus on heart health and the essential role it plays in our overall well-being, as part of American Heart Month. Maintaining good heart health can help you add years to your life.
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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…
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Jackson Purchase Medical Center Welcomes First Baby of 2023
January 09, 2023Jackson Purchase Medical Center (JPMC) is ringing in 2023 with the year’s first bundle of joy. Weighing 6 pounds and 8 ounces and measuring 20 inches, Abigail was born to Audreanna and Collin, Thursday, Jan. 5, at 3:25 p.m. “We are so thrilled to welcome the newest member of our family!” said Mom and Dad. “The physicians, nurses and…
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New Year, New You: Four Tips for a Healthy Start to 2023
December 30, 2022By Sheena Dover, MD 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 unhealthy habits, commit to being better,…
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Lifepoint Health contributes $325,000 to various community projects one year after tornado
December 12, 2022Healthcare company targets community and residential rebuild efforts as part of its $1M pledge to support tornado recovery in Mayfield, KY Lifepoint Health, a leading healthcare company dedicated to making communities healthier®, announced today that it will donate $325,000 to various community organizations leading rebuild efforts in Mayfield, Kentucky as part of…
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‘Tis the Season to be Healthy: Maintaining Your Physical and Mental Well-Being During the Holidays
December 02, 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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Jackson Purchase Senior Behavioral Health Opens Doors to Newly Expanded Unit
November 21, 2022Jackson Purchase Medical Center (JPMC) opened its newly expanded Senior Behavioral Health Unit (SBHU) with a ribbon cutting ceremony Friday, Nov. 18. The ceremony, which was attended by JPMC staff and providers, Mayfield/Graves County Chamber of Commerce members, and Mayor Kathy Stewart O’Nan, marked the opening of an additional wing that includes three new…
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DIABETES: What You Need to Know
November 07, 2022By Marty Odom, MD, Internist Diabetes is a chronic health condition that impacts how your body turns food into energy and causes blood sugar levels to rise to abnormally high levels. As the seventh leading cause of death, diabetes is one of the most common – and dangerous – health issues in the U.S. In fact, more than 37 million Americans have diabetes, and…
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Fall Recipes
September 22, 2022Sweet Potato & Black Bean ChiliMake a double batch of this quick vegetarian chili, full of black beans and sweet potatoes, and eat it for lunch the next day or freeze the extras for another night. We love the smoky heat from the ground chipotle, but omit it if you prefer a mild chili. Serve with tortilla chips or cornbread and coleslaw.Ingredients1 Tbsp plus 2 tsp…
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Dr. Sheena Dover Joins Jackson Purchase Medical Center
September 13, 2022Jackson Purchase Medical Center (JPMC) today announced that Dr. Sheena Dover, board-certified family physician and surgical obstetrician, has joined its staff and will be offering primary care and surgical obstetric services to patients in Mayfield and the surrounding region. Dr. Dover joins JPMC after two years practicing in Memphis, Tennessee. “When patients come…
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Jackson Purchase Recognized for Excellence with ACC Chest Pain Center v7 Accreditation
September 08, 2022The American College of Cardiology has recognized Jackson Purchase Medical Center (JPMC) for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. JPMC was awarded Chest Pain Center v7Accreditation in August based on rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart…
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Suicide Prevention: Knowing the Signs & Getting Help
September 07, 2022Suicide is a complex and alarming public health issue that causes pain to hundreds of thousands of people each year. Suicide continues to be one of the fastest-growing epidemics around the world and is a leading cause of death in the U.S. In fact, the U.S. suicide rate in 2020 was 30% higher than in 2000, with nearly 46,000 deaths due to suicide. In the same year, there…
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Jackson Purchase Medical Center to Hold Pelvic Floor Therapy Seminar
September 06, 2022Jackson Purchase Medical Center (JPMC) will offer a free pelvic floor therapy seminar to the public at 11 a.m., Sept. 21. Allyson Vogt, PT, will lead the seminar, located in the hospital’s Community Conference Room, to inform women about pelvic floor therapy and some common misconceptions regarding the treatment. Whether pregnant, post-partum or post-menopausal,…
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What is Food Insecurity & How Do We Overcome It?
September 02, 2022By Liz Choate, RD, LD, Director of Clinical Nutrition Food insecurity is having a lack of regular access to healthy and nutritious food that is necessary for normal growth and development. In 2020, an estimated one in eight Americans were food insecure, equating to over 38 million Americans, including almost 12 million children. Due to the widespread economic crisis…
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Jackson Purchase Medical Center Welcomes Three Nurse Practitioners, One Physician Assistant
August 04, 2022Jackson Purchase Medical Center (JPMC) has welcomed three nurse practitioners, all offering primary care services across two rural health clinics, and one physician assistant specializing in cardiology since April. Michele Stroud, APRN received both her post master’s certificate as a family nurse practitioner and her Master of Science in Nursing from the University…
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Healthy Back-to-School Habits: Preparing for a Successful School Year
August 03, 2022As summer break comes to an end, there’s a lot to accomplish in preparation for the new school year. The two most important things to do may seem fairly routine, but that doesn’t make them any less of a priority: schedule annual physicals for you and your family and get up to date on immunizations. Routine wellness checks are essential to your family’s…
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