When taken regularly and as prescribed, prescription medications can help patients manage a wide range of acute and chronic health problems. It is essential to take those medications safely, and our pharmacy team has some advice for doing so. Regional One Health's expert pharmacists offer consultations and a number of convenient services to help patients [...]
Don't allow common holiday injuries to ruin your enjoyment of the season! Our experts from the Elvis Presley Trauma Center and Firefighters Burn Center are offering "12 days of injury prevention" tips to keep you and your family safe. Whether you're decorating, planning a holiday meal, or going to and from gatherings, follow their easy [...]
November 18 is National Injury Prevention Day, and our team is reaching out to educate the public about how to avoid common causes of injuries. Regional One Health also offers free community classes on a variety of safety topics. Learn more and do your part to stop preventable injuries due to violence and accidents, [...]
It's Halloween, and that means kids will be out and about after dark for trick-or-treating. It is important to pay attention to costumes, traffic and candy to avoid an injury or illness. Keep Halloween fun and safe with these tips from our experts at the Elvis Presley Trauma Center and Firefighters Burn Center. Halloween [...]
Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women, and also one of the most feared. Dr. Ashley Hendrix, breast surgical oncologist with Regional One Health Cancer Care, said patients can fight that fear by managing their risk and being vigilant about screening. She said there are many steps a patient can take to [...]
While no two women will experience menopause exactly the same way, there are some basic facts everyone should know about this stage of life. Dr. Pallavi Khanna, a certified menopause practitioner at Regional One Health, can help women take charge of their health as they age. Seeing a provider with expertise in caring for [...]
October 6-12 is Fire Prevention Week, and this year's theme is "Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work For You." The experts at our Firefighters Burn Center are educating the public about how to install, maintain, and use smoke alarms to protect themselves and their loved ones. It is important to make sure your home has [...]
There is no effective routine screening for ovarian cancer and symptoms of the disease can be vague, which means delayed diagnosis is far too common. Dr. John Schorge, a renowned gynecologic oncologist at Regional One Health, said there are still ways women can protect their health. During September's Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Schorge hosted [...]
Last year, the Elvis Presley Trauma Center treated nearly 1,500 patients for serious injuries like broken bones and traumatic brain injury that occurred due to a fall. During Fall Prevention Week, our trauma experts are reaching out with tips to help you guard against falls. By monitoring your health and surroundings, you can reduce fall [...]
September is Blood Cancer Awareness Month, and experts say knowing the risk factors and symptoms of these diseases can save lives! Risk factors including aging, smoking and family history, while symptoms range from unexplained bruising and bleeding to fatigue to bone pain. If you have concerns, see your doctor and ask about blood and [...]