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Swimming: A skill that could save a life
This past week my 4-year-old daughter started her second year of swim school at UNCP. She has been anticipating it for weeks and talked non-stop leading up to the first class Monday night. When she got there, we had to hold her back from getting in the water too soon, but couldn’t stop her from introducing herself to the swim coaches. I tell you all of this not to sound like an overly-proud parent, but to contrast it with that fact that las...
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Health briefs for June 16
LUMBERTON — Dr. Eric Velazquez, of Southeastern Surgical Center, will host a seminar on a variety of weight loss surgery options, including adjustable gastric band, sleeve gastrectomy, and Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, on Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m., also at at the Southeastern Health Mall on the campus of Biggs Park Mall in Lumberton. Registration is required for all seminars by calling 910-608-0307. LUMBERTON — Southeastern Regional Medical ...
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Blood drives set for Red Cross
LUMBERTON — There are two opportunities coming up for people interested in donating blood to the American Red Cross. The first blood drive will be held at Southeastern Regional Medical Center in the SRMC Assembly Room on Thursday from 10 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. To schedule an appointment or for information, call 910-671-5093 or 1-800-RED CROSS, email ivey08@srmc.org, or logon to www.redcrossblood.org and search by sponsor code: Southeastern....
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Joint replacement can aid quality of life
Throughout Tommy Jackson’s 24 years of service in emergency management and 16 years as a paramedic, he always put the needs of others first. It was only a few years ago, when he began experiencing pain in his knees that affected his ability to walk and the quality of his sleep, that his thoughts turned to efforts he might need to take to make improvements in his own life. It wasn’t until a fall that resulted in a knee fracture in December 2...
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Irene Stuart
Champion of women’s health to be honored
LUMBERTON — The Robeson Council on the Affairs of Black People and Bethany Presbyterian Church USA are having a tribute to the late Irene Thornhill Stuart on Friday at the Osterneck Auditorium, which is located at 102 N. Chestnut St. It will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Stuart became a champion of women’s health after successful treatment of breast cancer. She established the Southeastern NC Chapter of Sisters Network, an organization committed to i...
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Mobile clinic sets sites
LUMBERTON — Southeastern Mobile Medical, a service of Southeastern Health which is supported by the Golden LEAF Foundation, will be stationed at the following locations at the dates listed: Tuesday, June 11, June 18 and June 25, LRDA, Pembroke; Thursday, June 20, June 27, Allenton Fire Department, Lumberton; June 21, Sandy Plains United Methodist Church, Pembroke; and June 28. Long Branch Baptist Church, Lumberton Family Nurse Practitioner ...
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Stay informed to minimize health risks
The Health Department has several official sources as it relates to obtaining reports of communicable diseases, but many times it’s family and media that actually alert us to issues. Many reports appear to not have a local impact so attention is diminished. It is kind of like a vehicle recall notice: If you do not have that vehicle, you do not have a concern. Fayetteville has had two recent large adverse events — Hepatitis A and Salmonella ...
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Take these steps to get back to good health
“You know you are getting older when your back goes out more than you do.” — Anonymous. For many years, I suffered from back pain due to a ruptured disc. I ended up in the hospital twice, endured bed rest, medication and physical therapy. I am happy to report, however, that in the last 10 years or so, I have had zero problems with my back. All credit goes to practicing Yoga, which has increased my core strength and flexibility as well as ...
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Susan Johnson
Nurse re-certified in hospice care
LUMBERTON — Susan Johnson, a Lumberton resident, has completed her re-certification in hospice and palliative care. Johnson is a registered nurse and a certified hospice and palliative nurse at Liberty Home Care and Hospice. She chose nursing as her second career after surviving cancer, and graduated from Southeastern Community College in 2003. She is also a member of the Hospice and Palliative Nursing Association. The National Board for ...
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Mobile clinic sets sites
LUMBERTON — Southeastern Mobile Medical,will be stationed at the following locations at the dates listed: Tuesday, June 11, June 18 and June 25, LRDA, Pembroke; June 13, June 14 and June 27, Allenton Fire Department, Lumberton; June 14, Sandy Plains United Methodist Church, Pembroke; and June 21 and June 28, Long Branch Baptist Church, Lumberton. Nantachie Chavis, a family nurse practitioner, is the lead medical provider for the mobile unit...
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Hill named Interim director
WHITEVILLE — Jessica Hill has been named the area director for Interim HealthCare in Robeson, Bladen, Brunswick and Columbus counties. Hill, a registered nurse, worked previously as a branch manager for Interim HealthCare, a provider of in-home care and staffing services. Hill will be responsible for the quality assurance for each patient Interim HealthCare is responsible for assisting in their home or with any staffing needs in these count...
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Keep things light on and around the grill
All day long last Monday I smelled the wonderful scent of people grilling out. There are lots of scents that make people hungry, but the smell of meat cooking on an open fire might top the list. And now that’s is warmer outside and staying lighter later in the day, I know that smell is going to be wafting in my neighborhood on a daily basis. So whether you call it barbeque, grilling or cookouts, it is officially that time of the year. So th...
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Maintain health with frequent screenings
Don’t let illness sneak up on you. Paying attention to your health, even when you feel fine, can make staying well easier in the long term. Regular screening tests and checkups with a doctor are good ways to take control of your health. These exams can make it easier to spot problems early, when treatment is often more effective. They might even prevent a problem from developing in the first place. Before your checkup, you should review y...
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Project HEALTH wins award
LUMBERTON — Southeastern Health’s Project HEALTH was the recipient of the Role Model award for the third consecutive year. This is the highest level award granted by the Produce for Better Health Foundation annually, demonstrating significant support for the Fruits & Veggies-More Matters message. Project HEALTH —Healthy Eating and Active Lifestyles for Tomorrow’s Health —was recognized for innovative efforts to design and implement programs...
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Tad Edwards
Edwards is full time at SDHC
LUMBERTON — Tad Edwards, a certified physician’s assistant, has transitioned to full-time status with Southeastern Digestive Health Center. He has been affiliated with the center since 2011. He practices at the clinic alongside Dr. Harvey Allen and Brooke Grooms, a family nurse practitioner. Edwards, a native of Augusta, Ga., completed a bachelor’s degree in business administration at The Citadel in Charleston, S.C., in 1994. He also comple...
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