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Palliative care and hospice care are often confused with each other, but they are not...
In this episode of the We Talk Health Podcast, John Tucker, CEO of Henry County...
This year in the US, more than 234,000 new cases of lung cancer will be...
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At least three Tennesseans die from an opioid-related overdose, every day. And even more are...
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In this episode of the We Talk Health Podcast, Dr. Frank Pierce and Amy...
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Your mental health is every bit as important as your physical health. If you’re...
May is a month of profound significance. As we mark Mental Health Awareness Month, we also celebrate Mother’s Day —...
We use our shoulders more than we think. The shoulder is the most flexible joint...
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So your doctor has recommended physical therapy (PT) for you, but why? A skilled physical...
Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in American men and women. Chest X-rays...
Allergies or asthma can make us feel miserable. Allergies impact over 50 million Americans while...
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Swimming can be a viable workout for nearly anyone. Whatever your reason for taking to...
On this episode of the We Talk Health Podcast, Dr. Stephen Bergquist and Lori Hurt...
Computed tomography (CT) scans, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) and X-rays are all diagnostic tools that...
If you’re one of the nearly 59 million Americans with arthritis, you’re probably familiar with...
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According to the FDA, surgeons perform more than 1 million hernia surgeries in the United...
If you’ve ever known someone who had a stroke, you know that intensive rehabilitation is...
Let’s face it: January isn’t exactly the best when it comes to weather that makes...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Donald Jordan and Dr. Terry Blakley join us...
It is that time of year again…flu season. Each year, seasonal influenza accounts for more...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Dr. Pela shares all about the spread...
How Does COPD Affect the Lungs? Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD, is the 6th...
Let’s debunk one of the biggest myths about type 2 diabetes. Eating too much sugar...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Dean Houston and Cathy Sudbury share all about...
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According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, more than 6.2 million Americans have...
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States....
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After your latest mammogram, you received a letter from the imaging center noting that you...
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When you feel sick, you want to feel better fast and you may think an...
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Hip or knee pain makes everything harder, especially when exercising. If high-impact exercises that jostle...
Stand up straight, hold your shoulders back, or mind your posture may have been something...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Dr. Adam Summerlin returns to share what’s new...
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More than 1 in 10 people will have a kidney stone at some point in...
This episode of We Talk Health is all about the Tennessee Soybean Festival held in...
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Think of a tan as a “healthy” glow? Think again. Tanning damages the skin, increasing...
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Swimming can be a viable workout for nearly anyone. Whatever your reason for taking to...
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“Ow, my head hurts” is a fairly common complaint. Did you know, though, that where...
On this episode of We Talk Health, we are excited to share Rock Steady...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Kevin Decker is back to share all the...
When it comes to treating bacterial infections, antibiotics are an incredible innovation. But these powerful...
Summer is right around the corner which means t-shirts, shorts, bathing suits and breaking out...
The weather is getting warm so bring on swimming, trips to the river or beach...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Donald Jordan, Kim Barber and Lindsey Wambles...
Summer is approaching fast and for many that means traveling for vacation. Whether your plans...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Kara Mobley interviews Dr. Jonathan Braun...
Sleep does the body good. And it turns out, it also does your mental health...
Chronic stress can damage both mental and physical health. Being chronically stressed may leave you...
Each year, more than 795,000 Americans experience a stroke. While the majority of those strokes...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Kara Mobley talks with Byron Elam with Tennessee...
If you’ve been diagnosed with uterine fibroids, you aren’t alone. Many women of reproductive age...
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It’s a fact: Most resolutions that we set each year are long gone by the...
West Tennessee Healthcare recently welcomed Andrew Myers, M.D., FACS, general surgeon. Dr. Myers has practiced...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Dr. Eddy Koonce and...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Lindley Lents and Whitney Young talk about Cervical...
Winter in the South means plenty of cold days ahead but that does not mean...
Each year, more than 13,000 women are diagnosed with cervical cancer in the United States....
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In recent years, concussions have made headlines with reports about the consequences of returning to...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Kyle McGuire comes in to talk about...
Knee replacement has traditionally been reserved for the older population. Currently, the average age of...
Basketball season is getting underway, and your child is gearing up to play. Have you...
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It’s October, Fall and the start of Flu season. Most years as many as 12,000...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, making it a good time to shine a light...
Admit it, you read the word “lice” in the headline and immediately felt like something...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Christy Tillman and Jana Compton come and talk...
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Nearly all of us could take steps to boost our heart health, even if we...
Asthma is incredibly common among American children, affecting as many as 6 million kids younger...
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Nearly half of the U.S. population has hemorrhoids at some point in their lifetime, and...
Anyone who’s ever reached for an antacid tablet after a really good meal or been...
Diverticular disease is a common health problem. It is a group of conditions that can...
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Lately, you’ve been wheezing every once in a while and finding it harder to breathe...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Dean Houston and Cathy Sudbury...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Dean Houston, Georgia Mitchell,...
School’s out for summer. So, now what? Keep your kids on their feet and active...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews JT Sanders, Matt Coleman,...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh travels back to Dyersburg to talk...
Back pain is one of the most common medical complaints. It’s widely reported that about...
Around 4 to 6 percent of kids in America and 4 percent of adults have...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Dr. Lee Murray about strokes....
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Neurosurgeon Dr. Douglas Taylor is now providing focused ultrasound at West Tennessee Medical Group Neuroscience...
The odds are, your family is probably ready for the warmer, sunny days that come...
On this episode of We Talk Heath, Will Kwasigroh interviews Andy Akin and Bryan...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh travels to Milan, TN to...
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Your nose is running, you’re coughing and your throat is scratchy. It feels like you...
Millions of people worldwide experience migraines. Not every migraine is tied to a trigger. But...
Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh travels to Dyersburg to talk...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh travels to Dyersburg, TN to talk...
Between taking care of the kids and maybe your parents, you have plenty of to-dos...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Ruby Kirby, the CEO of...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Ruby Kirby, the CEO of...
Your belly isn’t feeling so well. You’re experiencing abdominal pain, bloating, or gas. You’re having...
Scoliosis, a condition that causes the spine to curve, is often thought of as something...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Dr. John Crocker joins Will Kwasigroh in a...
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On this episode of We Talk Health, Sarah Staley takes over for Will Kwasigroh and...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Dr. Trey Antwine and Dr. Andrew Myers...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Dr. Tommy Miller of the West Tennessee...
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On this episode of We Talk Health, Dr. John Baker joins Will Kwasigroh in...
The American Cancer Society estimated that nearly 14,500 new cases of cervical cancer would be...
This time of year, you’re probably stocking up on valentines and other cute ways to...
On this episode of We Talk Health, the Coffee Conversations ladies are back! Today’s...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Bryan Thorne, Andy Akin, and Cathy Sudbury join...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Bryan Thorne, Andy Akin, and Cathy Sudbury...
Millions of Americans undergo surgery each year. If you happen to be one of them,...
Do you have a sore throat, a runny nose and muscle aches? It could be...
Are you one of the millions of Americans who set resolutions each year? As 2022...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Scott Barber, the CEO...
The thyroid may be small, but it plays an important job in the body as it...
According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), back pain will affect...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Kim Ross, Stacy Vaughn, and...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Sherry Scruggs, the CEO of...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Melissa Pipkin joins Will Kwasigroh and talks all...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Daron Lifsey joins Will Kwasigroh in the...
Lack of sleep at night can make you cranky the next day. Over time, skimping...
Heart disease accounts for nearly one-third of all deaths worldwide. Diet plays a major role...
Have you ever thought about when you learned to wash your hands? For most of...
In the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic, the flu has been a little overshadowed....
On this episode of We Talk Health, Stephanie Hill comes in to talk about...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Dr. Bethany Lawrence and Jennifer Rice come...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Lisa Phillips comes in to talk about...
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On this episode of We Talk Health, Dr. Sarah Jane Camper comes in and...
Whether you’re pregnant and don’t have a sweet tooth, or if you find your hand...
If you laughed really hard at a joke recently and felt a little urine escape,...
Your son wakes up with a slightly sore throat. Later in the day, he complains...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh sits down with Elizabeth Courtner...
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Heart disease affects a tremendous number of people in the United States. 11.7% of American...
We often don’t consider the vital role our lungs play in keeping us strong and...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Dr. Michael Abdelmissah about...
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When you bring home a new addition to your family, there’s a lot to consider....
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When you think about Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, memory loss may immediately...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Autumn Ellis, NP. Autumn...
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Many medical experts, including the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American College of...
Warnings against eating foods high in cholesterol have been a mainstay of dietary recommendations for...
With school out for the summer, focusing on your kids’ health probably consisted of making...
When you’re feeling under the weather, you probably call to schedule a visit with your...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Kelly Nye and Jim Nelson...
If you test positive for COVID-19, please talk to your provider to get your...
Logically, you want to keep your kids healthy and strong as they grow up. One...
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects up to 26 percent of...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Scott Sweat of the...
Our bodies need sodium to function optimally, but too much sodium can have a harmful...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh sits down with Kathie Cothern of...
Dear West Tennesseans, Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved the first COVID-19 vaccine....
On this episode of We Talk Health, we welcome Dr. Dina Ahmad to...
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West Tennessee Healthcare hospitals and clinics are seeing an unusually high number of children being...
On this very special episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews James Ross, President...
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We all know by now that we should be using sunscreen every day. And while...
According to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, approximately 294,000 children...
Feel like you woke up this morning with the same headache you had last night?...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Lori Smith interviews Dr. Kimberly Burch about who...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Lori Smith travels back to Martin, TN...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Donna Stines, Gina Myracle,...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Lori Smith travels to Martin, TN to...
Pediatric Collaboration West Tennessee Healthcare and Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital have announced a new collaboration...
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On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh travels to Dyersburg, TN to...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Lori Smith has a conversation with Kevin...
Your daughter has complained about her head hurting more often in the last few weeks....
When it comes to heart and lung care in west Tennessee, a misconception still prevails:...
Did you know? Men are more likely to be diagnosed with cancer—and they’re also more...
It is no secret that exercise is good for you, but what if you have...
Strengthening your bones probably isn’t a big health priority and, although it might not necessarily...
When you’re under the weather, you visit the doctor. The same goes for when you’ve...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Adora Butler about the TN...
You ate a heavy dinner an hour or so ago, and now you’re experiencing a...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Allison Haynes joins Will Kwasigroh in the studio...
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On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Dr. Chris Welsch about giving...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Megan Meyer Stovall and Cathy Sudbury come...
On this episode of We Talk Health, LeighAnn Sutton and Mary Beth Dunagan talk...
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If you’ve never heard of a condition called PAD, you aren’t alone. But it’s a...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews the Neuro Team at...
For women, noticing a mass in the breast can be frightening, with your mind naturally...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh and Chrystal Dickson talk about...
The concept of self-care can be different from person to person, but on a fundamental...
Although heart disease is sometimes thought of as a “man’s disease,” roughly the same number...
A runny nose. Itchy eyes. Lots of sneezing. For most of us, these symptoms of...
Have you been told your child has asthma? For many parents, this can be a...
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On this special episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Caitlin Roach with Lifeline...
The odds are that you never really think about your thyroid. But if your thyroid...
The numbers are pretty staggering. Every two and half minutes, someone in the United States...
You aren’t feeling great, but your doctor’s office is closed for the day. Should you...
When you think of men and cancer, prostate cancer probably comes to mind. But while...
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March Healthy Recipe – Spinach and Feta Quiche with Sweet Potato Crust Ingredients...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Jessica Barron joins Will Kwasigroh as they...
In 2021, nearly 150,000 new cases of colorectal cancer are expected to be diagnosed among...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Gina Myracle and Dr....
You know that not getting enough sleep at night makes your child grouchy the next...
At your last appointment, your medical provider said you have something called “prediabetes.” But what...
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. How much do you know about this common condition? For...
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You need to undergo a surgical procedure, and your surgeon tells you that robotic surgery...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Enja Holland and Kirsten Siler are...
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Ingredients: Whole grain pasta ½- ¾ cup Extra virgin olive oil 1...
The heart is the organ that pumps blood to the rest of the body. It...
Cancer affects millions of Americans each year. But the good news is that you can...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh interviews Sabrina Clark, Travis Livingston,...
Think about it: The stereotypical heart attack patient on TV is male, right? While that’s...
You probably know that heart disease is the leading cause of death among Americans. But...
For many Americans, “get more exercise” is a resolution nearly every year. But how can...
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For most women, a Pap smear or HPV test as part of an annual checkup...
You go to the cardiologist for care related to your heart, and visit the dermatologist...
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A new year often signifies a fresh start for many people. For some, this means...
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“Is it true? Could I really be dying? How could I possibly be dying – I...
The doctor at Primary Care Bolivar was concerned about his patient. She need referrals...
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Recently we had a patient from out of state who transferred to the Jackson General...
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The wife of a patient recently called to tell us: “I am...
“We would like to praise Jason Ballard of Patient Transportation. Jason is a great...
It was one of the first cold nights of the season when Roger Baker,...
Most of us resolved to be a healthier version of ourselves in 2020. But that...
Holidays are meant to be merry and bright but all the added decorations and such...
Willpower is a response that comes from both the brain and the body, it gives...
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On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh and Cathy Sudbury travel to...
Did you know? More than 34.2 million Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes, making it...
What’s the second most common type of cancer among both men and women, if skin...
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Richard Hanna clocked out and headed for the parking lot after a long day of working...
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The daughter of a former patient wrote to tell us: I want to give...
Alzheimer’s disease is one of the biggest concerns many of us have as we get...
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Did you know that the genetic mutations that cause cancer and direct its destructive path...
Over the past year, tremendous strides have been made to create new biosimilar medical products—also...
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Bullying isn’t a new phenomenon. It’s something that’s persistently been a problem among children and...
Comprehensive rehabilitation can offer patients care to maximize wellness, improve current daily living situations, or...
Sports Plus is a regional provider for pediatric services offering physical, occupational and speech therapy...
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We live in a time when healthcare can be confusing and complicated even to the...
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Less than one in three Americans get the amount of exercise each week recommended for...
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Camille Thompson’s workday at West Tennessee Medical Group Primary Care Halls was over. She...
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It’s happened to the best of us – you take a tumble, step off the...
On this episode of We Talk Health, we travel to Work Plus Rehab Center in...
We are very proud to announce that Gregory E. Mitchell, M.D. has received the 2020 Doctor of...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Donald Jordan and Mara Johnson are on talking...
Each year when your kids go back to school provides an opportunity for a fresh...
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Sometimes it takes a village to ensure that patients get the medical care they...
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On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh and the Butterfly’s Embrace team talk...
On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh talks with the Butterfly’s Embrace Team...
On this episode of We Talk Health, we introduce you to the Butterfly’s Embrace Team....
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On this episode of We Talk Health, Will Kwasigroh sits down with Regina Smith and...
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On this week’s episode of We Talk Health, Dr. Jeff Ball, Amy White, and Lori...
Women want to feel there is a focus on them as an individual, and the...
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While nonsurgical treatments are usually the first line of defense against most medical conditions, in...
On this week’s episode of We Talk Health, Cathy Sudbury and Torry Patrick talk with...
One of our recent blogs talked about the benefits of occupational therapy and what this...
If you’ve ever watched any type of sporting event, you are probably familiar with the...
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On this episode of We Talk Health, Fred Sesti, Miki Martin and Jessica Driggers sit...
We hear so much about food allergies today that it may be hard to believe...
Every 45 seconds, someone in America has a stroke. A stroke occurs when the blood...
Below are daily things you can do to keep your heart in check: WEIGH...
Dr. Pirtle and Will Kwasigroh discuss the new Telehealth option that is now available at...
Karen Harris has been an employee with West Tennessee Healthcare for over 11 years....
I would like to recognize Jerry “Zbo” Zeigler for his kindness and compassion. Recently I...
Tummy trouble. A stomachache. Feeling sick to your stomach. The stomach flu. Those are lots...
Dr. Mike Revelle and Dr. Fielding Randolph discuss what exactly a Hospitalist is, the difference...
Most of us resolved to be a healthier version of ourselves in 2020. But that...
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Mary Beth Dunagan and LeighAnn Sutton talk about what perinatal mental health is, some symptoms...
You’ve probably read before that rehabilitation services typically include a combination of therapy types, including...
If you’ve been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease or know someone who has, you likely know...
When you think of women’s health services, a boutique probably isn’t the first thing that...
Chrystal Dickson and Will Kwasigroh sit down and discuss different food options that you can...
While the phrase, “You are what you eat,” isn’t exactly true, your eating habits do...
When you’re trying to live a healthy life, one important piece of the puzzle is...
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Chrystal Dickson and Will Kwasigroh take a look into food options you have that are...
The nurses at the Kirkland Cancer Center discovered that one of their long-time patients...
Shaye Rice, RN Emergency Department Jackson-Madison County General Hospital Shaye Rice arrived at 7AM to...
How frightening to be over a thousand miles from home, pulled over by the...
William C. Barrow, M.D. West Tennessee Neurosciences Recently I was on B6 initiating a Bedside...
Heather Jones, Radiology Tech III Nuclear Medicine West Tennessee Healthcare A Patient Recently Wrote To...
Mike Williams is a class act. I was so impressed at the “can do” willingness...
Chrystal Dickson and Will Kwasigroh discuss several different kinds of trending diets, if they are...
We are taking precautions to prevent the spread of illness to our patients and healthcare...
Chrystal Dickson and Will Kwasigroh dive into what a healthy diet looks like and how...
This is a very special episode of We Talk Health all about Coronavirus (COVID-19). Dr....
Susie Tucker, RRT Nick Archer, RN Logan Campbell, RN Stacey Davis, RN, and Heather Sedberry,...
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Nearly 35 million Americans have diabetes, making it incredibly common. But if you aren’t affected,...
Emily Garner, RN, Dr. Eric Sievers, Clay Cox, RNFA and Steve Diamond discuss the recent...
Susie Tucker, RRT, Nicole Conaway, CEP, Chrystal Dickson, RDN, Jennifer Mealer, Physical Therapist Assistant, and...
Susie Tucker, RN, Miranda Anthony, BSN, RN, Bonna Gollihugh, FNP, and Hannah Fish, RN, discuss...
When it comes to keeping your heart healthy, what you eat is important. But knowing...
You’ve probably heard that it’s easier to stick with healthy habits if we learn them...
On this week’s episode of We Talk Health, Laura Guidi, RN, Dr. Eric Sievers, Bonna...
Dr. Wright explains what AFIB is, what the heart experiences during AFIB, survival rates and...
Dr. Claude Pirtle and Fred Sesti talk about symptoms of Diabetes, who’s at risk and...
Dr. Mike Revelle, West Tennessee Healthcare’s Medical Director of Emergency Services, and David Kerns, ER...
Dr. Mike Revelle, West Tennessee Healthcare’s Medical Director of Emergency Services, and David Kerns, ER...
Undergoing any type of joint replacement, including a knee replacement, isn’t a decision people enter...
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It’s a fact: Smoking is the single most preventable cause of death. If you’re a...
You probably never even think about your thyroid. Like most parts of our body, we...
Cold and flu season is running rampant in Tennessee. This brings to mind a common...
Was one of your 2020 resolutions to change your eating habits? Fruits & veggies play...
If you’re like many Americans, you may have resolved to become a healthier version of...
It’s a reality in America today—we spend a lot of time sitting. For most American...
Do you have back pain? Is your back keeping you from doing everyday things that...
Pregnant moms have a lot to think about as it is and where to go...
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Already thinking of ways to improve your health and wellness in 2020? No need to...
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Stress is tough to handle at any time of the year, but the added pressures...
Dealing with a headache today? You aren’t alone! In fact, in any given calendar year,...
When you think of “healthy eating,” it can be easy to begin feeling overwhelmed. But...
You may have been prescribed physical therapy in the past to overcome the effects of...
Each year, up to 20% of all Americans get the flu. And if you’ve ever...
Whether your little one is toddling around in your home or spending days in elementary...
If you’ve woken up with a twinge in your lower back or felt something “pull”...
When we think about improving our health and wellness, “big picture” ideas often take centerstage—getting...
You might think that since fall has officially arrived, bug bites are on the way...
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Each day in the United States, this type of driving causes more than 1,000 injuries...
You know you need to exercise regularly in order to stay in your best health....
As an adult, are you getting enough sleep? Studies show that adults need at least...
We are incredibly excited to begin our “We Talk Health” Podcast! This episode features...
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A unique, wide-ranging group of national and state-level stakeholders met to highlight the statewide progress...
