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New Women's Pavilion coming soon
February 25, 2019We're Expecting! We’re excited to introduce our new Women’s Pavilion opening this spring. Our new space features a C-section delivery suite and each spacious, homelike room includes a private bathroom for added comfort and privacy. At Wilson Medical Center, we’re here for you and your baby every step of the way, guiding you through…
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Be good to your heart and exercise regularly
February 21, 2019Exercise is a proven way to reduce your risk of heart disease. There is strong evidence that suggests that incorporating regular exercise in your lifestyle can reduce your overall risk of developing heart disease, which is currently the number one cause of death in the United States. In addition to preventing heart disease at the population level, exercise also helps…
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New Treatments Promising for Cancer Patients
February 14, 2019Every year, scientists, physicians, and clinical researchers converge at conferences around the world to share and debate the most promising advances in cancer care. Experts present data from ongoing research, the results of clinical trials and new insights. The most important new findings related to blood and blood cancers are presented annually at the American…
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The Impact of Heart Health on Wound Healing
February 07, 2019Heart health is important to the body’s overall wellness and function. The heart circulates oxygen and nutrient-rich blood throughout the body. When the heart is not working properly, just about every function is affected and that includes wound healing. An alarming 33 percent of Americans, more than 92 million people, suffer from a cardiovascular disease that could…
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February is Heart Month
January 31, 2019With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, hearts seem to be everywhere you look this time of year. That’s why it is especially fitting that February is American Heart Month, a time to raise awareness of heart disease and how we can help prevent it. It’s also the perfect opportunity to remind ourselves to take good care of our hearts year-round. There…
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Make time to practice and express gratitude
January 24, 2019It’s the New Year and many of us are wondering what we can do differently to achieve best self. We may assess our finances, relationships and/or romance, fun and recreation, our health and well-being, friends and family, personal and/professional growth, etc. For some of us, all of these areas are a “smooth” ride, but for many of us, there…
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Flu Vaccination is the Best Prevention Against the Flu
January 17, 2019As we work our way through January and into February, we are likely entering the peak season for flu. As a result, I would like to take a few minutes to reinforce the importance of preventive steps and address some common misconceptions about the flu. First and foremost, please be sure you and your family get vaccinated for the flu. This is the most effective…
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The Importance of Healthy Sleeping Habits
January 10, 2019Have you resolved to make 2019 a year of better health? One of the ways you can help achieve that goal, is to evaluate your sleep health. Do you get enough sleep every night? Is it quality sleep? Many people do not realize the importance of healthy sleeping habits to their overall wellness. Most adults need at least seven to nine hours of sleep per night to maintain good…
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A Gift That Keeps Giving
January 03, 2019Every 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. And a little goes a long way, as a one-time…
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West wing patient rooms only accessible using west wing elevators
August 14, 2017Due to construction updates, the west wing patient rooms are now only accessible from the first floor using the west wing elevators. VISITORS: please follow the directional dots to the West Wing Elevators when visiting: 2 West (Rooms 260 – 299) 3 West (Rooms 360 – 399) Same Day Surgery From Main Lobby Entrance: Follow red dots to the West Wing…
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