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Bill still alive that would boost independent pharmacies in Mississippi
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Forrest Health’s Orthopedic Institute breaks ground on expansion
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Twelve years after Forrest Health opened the doors at The Orthopedic Institute, officials have broken ground on an expansion. According to officials, the expansion will add 12,000 square feet to the facility that treats the orthopedic needs of patients in South Mississippi. The groundbreaking on Thursday, February 27 makes way for […]
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USM Hosts Nursing Research Symposium
The College of Nursing and Health Professionals hosted its first research symposium on Feb. 6, bringing together faculty members to showcase their research and highlight the role of evidence-based practice in nursing. The event, held in Asbury Hall, provided a platform for faculty to present their work, engage in discussions, and exchange ideas on a variety of healthcare topics.
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Tree-tastic City Beautiful: Laurel Celebrates Arbor Day, Receives 42nd Tree City USA Recognition
The City of Laurel celebrated Arbor Day in grand style on Thursday, February 6th, as part of its long-standing commitment to urban forestry and community beautification. The celebration, which included planting a live oak at Boston Park, also marked an impressive milestone for the city—Laurel's 42nd consecutive year of being recognized as a Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation.
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SCRMC cuts ribbon for new residency program
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - South Central Regional Medical Center is taking one step further in improving the healthcare system by adding a teaching institution to the hospital. Hospital and county leaders cut a ribbon today to introduce the new and first Internal Medicine Residency Program. For a year and a...
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Laurel hospital will soon launch residency program
LAUREL, Miss. (WHLT) – South Central Regional Medical Center (SCRMC) in Laurel will soon launch their Internal Medicine Residency Program. The hospital received approval from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. “It ensures that we’re always producing the most up-to-date patient care. And I think this also gives us ideas from different places across […]
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Medical center starting residency program
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SCRMC announces 1st residency program
LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - South Central Regional Medical Center was given the green light to start a new residency program related to internal medicine. The approval comes from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. Program director Dr. Deepu Thoppil said resident physicians will take part in a three-year training...
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Memorial Health System officially takes over Merit Health Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) - Memorial Health System officially took full ownership of Merit Health Biloxi, a subsidiary of Community Health Systems, Inc. Memorial and Merit Health Biloxi said the collaboration will enhance healthcare across the Gulf Coast by creating partnerships in oncology, neurology, neuro-interventional radiology, radiology, infectious disease, and cardiology.
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Hattiesburg Clinic will close on Tuesday due to winter weather
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WHLT) – Due to winter weather conditions, most Hattiesburg Clinic departments and satellite locations will be closed on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. According to clinic officials, they’re working to contact patients to inform them of the closure and reschedule appointments, as needed. At this time, Hattiesburg Clinic plans reopen on Wednesday, January 22, […]
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Delayed medical response possible during winter storm, Pafford EMS says
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - As the winter storm approaches South Mississippi, Pafford EMS is warning people that emergency medical services could be delayed. The ambulance company services the cities of Biloxi and Gulfport, along with Hancock and Stone counties. On Monday, an operations meeting highlighted some of the potential impacts of the winter storm, including the delay in medical response.
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Gulf Coast Breastfeeding Center opens Hattiesburg office
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Gulf Coast Breastfeeding Center opens Hattiesburg Office
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) - A specialty physician says she is ready to serve Pine Belt patients once the cold weather clears out. Gulf Coast Breastfeeding Center opened its Hattiesburg office Saturday in the Oak Grove area. GCBC is prepared to assist parents and babies in their lactation and feeding journey...