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Give Your Kitchen Pantry Some Love
February 03, 2023Eating smart for your heart starts at home. But how do you know what to stock up on to keep your meals heart-healthy? We’ve compiled a guide to help you plan your next grocery trip to stock up on nutritious foods that can help you and your family stay healthy – and satisfied at the dinner table, today and every day.
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Heart Disease 101: Warning Signs for Women
February 03, 2023As the number one killer of men and women in the U.S., you might think that gender doesn’t matter when it comes to heart disease. But it does. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in 16 women age 20 and older have coronary heart disease, while only approximately half of women recognize that heart disease is women’s number one killer. Additionally, women can sometimes experience heart attack symptoms differently from men.
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Not All Symptoms Are Obvious: Overlooked Symptoms to Watch
February 03, 2023We’ve all seen when heart attacks happen in the movies. A character is walking along when, suddenly, they grab their chest – wincing with pain – and immediately tell someone, “Call 911! I’m having a heart attack!” While that certainly does happen, the reality is that heart attacks can strike much more subtly – even happening to someone who otherwise might feel or seem completely healthy. Below are a few common – and often overlooked – signs that a heart attack may be approaching. If you have concerns about experiencing these symptoms, talk to your provider and ask questions about your risk factors so you can get a pulse on your heart health.
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30 Minutes a Day Can Help Keep Heart Disease Away
February 03, 2023Did you know that exercising as little as 30 minutes every day can improve your heart health and quality of life? It can even be simple activities that are easier to incorporate into your schedule, like taking your dog for a jog, tossing a ball with your kids or sunset walk in the neighborhood. According to the American Heart Association, walking is the simplest positive change you can make to improve your heart health. Read here to find out why:
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Welcome to 28 Days of Heart Health!
February 02, 2023Each February, we mark American Heart Month – a great opportunity to focus on heart health and the essential role it plays in your overall well-being, today and every day. In fact, maintaining good heart health can help you add years to your life so you can enjoy many more days to come. So, welcome to the 28 Days of Heart Health.
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New Year, New You: Four Tips for a Healthy Start to 2023
January 03, 2023The beginning of a new year symbolizes a fresh start and, for many of us, it provides a renewed focus on our overall health and wellbeing. That’s why so many of us set New Year’s resolutions intended to improve our wellness. Turning the page on the calendar gives us a chance to turn the page on old unhealthy habits, commit to being better, healthier versions of ourselves and look to the future with hope for what’s to come. Living a healthier life can reduce your risk of illnesses like heart disease, diabetes and cancer; and it can help to boost your energy, sharpen your memories and stabilize your mood, leading to a noticeable improvement in your overall health.
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Diabetes: What You Need to Know
November 01, 2022Diabetes is a chronic health condition that impacts how your body turns food into energy and causes blood sugar levels to rise to abnormally high levels. As the seventh leading cause of death, diabetes is one of the most common – and dangerous – health issues in the U.S. In fact, more than 37 million Americans have diabetes, and one in five of them is unaware they have it.
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Person Memorial Hospital Opens New Orthopedic Practice
October 04, 2022Person Memorial Hospital has announced the opening of Person Orthopedics, a new orthopedic practice serving the Roxboro/Person County community. Along with the new practice opening, Person Memorial has welcomed new providers Mark Messmer, DO and Scott Riley, PA-C to its team.
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Person Memorial Hospital Welcomes New Chief Operating Officer
September 08, 2022Person Memorial Hospital announced that Eric Kaplan has been selected to serve as the new Chief Operating Officer at the hospital. He started in this new role on Monday, August 29th, and was welcomed by PMH staff at a formal reception on September 1.
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Healthy Back-to-School Habits: Preparing for a Successful School Year
August 08, 2022As summer break comes to an end, there’s a lot to accomplish in preparation for the new school year. The two most important things to do may seem fairly routine, but that doesn’t make them any less of a priority: schedule annual physicals for you and your family and get up to date on immunizations. Routine wellness checks are essential to your family’s ongoing health and are an integral part of children’s healthcare. In fact, visiting a provider for regular preventive care is one of the best ways to help identify and treat health issues before they become serious.
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Person Memorial Hospital to Observe Go Purple Day for Alzheimer's Awareness
June 14, 2022Person Memorial Hospital is asking the community to join them as they Go Purple on June 21st! June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month — an opportunity to hold a conversation about the brain and to share the fact that Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias are a major public health issue. Everyone who has a brain is at risk to develop Alzheimer’s, the only leading cause of death that cannot be prevented, cured or even slowed.
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Count on Us, Men
June 14, 2022It probably comes as no surprise that there are notable differences in the health of men compared to women. But when you take a closer look at the statistics outlining this health disparity, it can be quite alarming. For example, the average lifespan for men is about five years less than women, and there’s been a gradual increase in this gap over the years. Men are also twice as likely as women to die of a heart attack and significantly more likely to die of cancer. Not only that, but men are also less likely to undergo treatment for mental health conditions, becoming four times more likely than women to commit suicide.
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A is for April…and Allergies: What to Do When Allergens Attack
April 05, 2022Did you know that – according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – more than 50 million Americans suffer from a type of allergy each year? That makes allergies the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the U.S. And seasonal allergies account for a big percentage of that.
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Colonoscopies 101: Why they’re important, why it might be time to get one and why they’re easier than you might think
March 29, 2022Remember the good old days? Did you have a favorite disco outfit? Did you ever get dropped off to meet your friends at the roller rink? Or spend hours by the radio in high school during the 80s, waiting to record your favorite songs for a new mixtape? If you did, then it’s probably time to think about scheduling a routine colonoscopy screening. According to the American Cancer Society, those at average risk for colon cancer should start getting screened at age 45. Those at higher than average risk may need to begin screening prior to age 45, and more frequently and/or with specific tests.
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From Must-See TV to Must-Screen for Me? Why It Might Be Time for a Colonoscopy
March 08, 2022In the 1980s and 1990s, the NBC broadcast network began branding their primetime lineups to promote their sitcoms and dramas. One phrase in particular quickly entered the pop culture lexicon after it debuted in 1993. The phrase? Must See TV. If you were a teenager in the early ‘90s and remember trying to rush through your homework to watch that night’s Must-See TV lineup, it could be time for another “must” – a colonoscopy.
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Person Memorial Hospital Implements DAISY Award Program for Extraordinary Nurses
March 03, 2022Person Memorial Hospital invites nominations for recognizing nurses for exemplary bedside nursing care.
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Heart Health at Any Age
February 24, 2022Things change as we get older. How you took care of yourself in your 20s might be very different from how you take care of yourself today. That said, it’s important to understand what you should keep in mind as you age. Check out these pointers on what to remember as each decade comes and goes, as well as some things to keep in mind at every day at every age.
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Got Kids? Give ‘Em Heart!
February 23, 2022As a parent, there are a number of great reasons to get your kids to think of their health as a priority. And there are a number of great ways to help them do that, including regular physical activity.
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We Heart Dessert!
February 22, 2022How many of us want to beat a hasty path to the freezer for a few scoops of ice cream after dinner? While it’s nice to treat yourself from time to time, it’s important to keep the decadent desserts as a special treat, rather than an every-night occurrence. Luckily for your sweet tooth, some desserts are healthier than others, like this recipe for Grilled Peaches with Yogurt and Honey.
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How Weight Weighs on Your Heart
February 17, 2022Many of us have made New Years resolutions to lose weight, eat healthier and exercise. When we don’t always follow through, it’s not because we don’t want to be healthier. More often, life just gets in the way. But even with life’s challenges, it’s important for us to find ways to help our heart be healthy. Weight can be a critical indicator of our risk level for heart problems. More specifically, where that weight is can also elevate risk.
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