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Have You Checked Your Blood Sugar Recently?
November 01, 2021Our blood sugar level is one of those individual health numbers that it’s important for us to know when it comes to staying on top of our health. It measures the amount of sugar, or glucose, present in our blood at any given time. Why is this such an important fact to know? Because too little sugar in our blood can lead to cognitive difficulties and too much can cause unwanted health complications and be a sign of an underlying condition like diabetes.
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Should We Vaccinate Children?
October 31, 2021Dr. Nicholas Jernigan, a pediatrician at Harris Pediatric Care, took the time to share his medical opinion on children receiving the COVID-19 vaccination.
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Get Your Mammo: It’s an hour that could save your life
October 04, 2021October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so if you haven’t already scheduled your mammogram for the year, now is a great time to get it on your calendar and get the peace of mind that comes from taking charge of your health. It’s one hour a year that could save your life. Not convinced? Read on to learn why one mammogram could change your life.
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Swain and Harris announce multi-year partnership extension with Western Carolina University to remain exclusive healthcare provider for Catamount Athletics
October 01, 2021Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital announce multi-year partnership extension with Western Carolina University to remain exclusive healthcare provider for Catamount Athletics Sylva/Bryson City/Cullowhee, NC (September 23, 2021): Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital are pleased to announce a three-year partnership extension with Western Carolina University to remain the exclusive healthcare provider for Catamount Athletics through The Ascent Partnership.
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Suicide Awareness Month: Amanda Fugate Shares Her Story
September 23, 2021Amanda Fugate, MSN, RN, NE-BC, Director of the Senior Life Solutions program at Swain Community Hospital has learned a lot when it comes to talking about vulnerable topics with your loved ones. She has spent the past decade as a mental health nurse and wishes to share a bit of what she has learned in that time. Today, she shares her story in hopes that others will feel inspired to share theirs with those they love.
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