Regional One Health's TeenTeer program gives area high school students a chance to give back and learn about careers in health care. East summer, we welcome a group of students to spend time volunteering, learning hands-on skills, shadowing health care professionals, and visiting various parts of the hospital. Students say TeenTeer is a great [...]
A nutritious diet can help you maintain a healthy weight and have more energy...and it can also be an important tool in managing and even preventing serious health conditions. Regional One Health's Medical Nutritional Therapy program helps patients address conditions like diabetes, hypertension, GI disorders and more. Jacqueline Daughtry, RDN, LDN, Manager of Clinical [...]
On Thursday, August 10, 2023, our Elvis Presley Trauma Center celebrates 40 years of providing lifesaving care to patients from all over the Mid-South. As the only Level-One Trauma Center in a 150 mile radius of Memphis, our facility plays a critical role in protecting the health and welfare of our community. While we look [...]
Mid-South schools are opening up in August, and that means heavier traffic on the roadways, especially around schools. Everyone plays a role in keeping kids safe, whether you're taking your own children to school or heading to work. Do your part by following school zone rules carefully, watching for pedestrians and buses, and leaving plenty [...]
If skin cancer is caught early, it can often be treated and cured through a simple surgery. Be vigilant about checking your skin for moles that appear to change. If a mole grows in size, changes in color, starts itching or bleeding, etc., it's a good idea to get it checked by a dermatologist. [...]
Regional One Health offers one of the most robust lactation support programs in the region, with lactation specialists available on days, evenings and weekends to help new moms learn about breastfeeding. During National Breastfeeding Month, our team is reaching out to let families know that breastmilk provides the perfect nutrition for babies, and that we're [...]
Dr. Anna Yang, a primary care physician at Primary Care Specialists, says it's important to mention skin concerns to your provider - not just so you can look better, but so you can feel better! Skin concerns can signal a nutritional deficit, an underlying illness, or problems with sleep and stress. Your physician can help [...]
Without regular health care, Michael Nelson suffered a string of medical emergencies related to hypertension and diabetes. It made it difficult to care for his mom and spend time with his granddaughter. After Michael connected with our ONE Health complex care program, which helps patients meet medical and social needs, he got a second chance. [...]
Happy 4th of July! The experts at our Elvis Presley Trauma Center and Firefighters Burn Center are sharing their advice to keep the holiday safe and fun. If you're spending time outdoors in the heat and sun, wear sunscreen, stay hydrated, and be alert to signs of heat illness. When it comes to fireworks, it's [...]
After Memphis-Shelby County School Board member Stephanie Love had a stroke at just 41 years old, she was determined to get back to advocating for local students, parents and teachers. She turned to Regional One Health Outpatient Rehabilitation for the care she needed to relearn to walk, talk and perform day-to-day tasks. Now, Stephanie continues [...]