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Healthy Back-to-School Habits: Preparing for a Successful School Year
July 26, 2022
As 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...
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Welcome Angela Collier, FNP
July 14, 2022
Clinch Valley Health announced that Angela Collier, FNP has joined Clinch Valley Health’s team and will be serving patients at Clinch Valley Family Care.
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Clinch Valley Health Publishes 2021 Community Benefit Report
July 8, 2022
Clinch Valley Health published its community benefit report for the 2021 calendar year today. This yearly report outlines specific ways the hospital is positively contributing to the town of Richlands and all of Tazewell County and spotlights the various ways it is working to support the health and well-being of...
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Summertime Safety: How to Keep Cool and Healthy All Summer Long
June 10, 2022
School’s out and that means one thing: summer is officially here! As the days grow longer and brighter, many of us will be taking full advantage of summer, whether its enjoying backyard barbeques, lazy days by the pool or even the occasional fireworks display. No matter how you choose to...
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Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery
June 2, 2022
At Clinch Valley Health, we are always seeking new ways we can advance our mission of Making Communities Healthier and continue to enhance the care we are able to provide our patients. Last spring, we invested in a new robotic-assisted surgery system to add to our quality surgical offerings. Robotic-assisted...
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Count on Us, Men.
May 26, 2022
It 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...
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Clinch Valley Health Names 2022 Mercy Award Winner
May 20, 2022
Clinch Valley Health recently announced that Sarah Thompson has been recognized as the hospital’s 2022 Mercy Award winner. The Mercy Award recognizes one employee from each of LifePoint Health’s hospitals who profoundly touches the lives of others and best represents the spirit and values on which the company was founded.
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Matter of the Mind: Why Your Mental Health Matters and How You Can Care for It
May 12, 2022
When you think about your health, what first comes to mind? For many – if not most – of us, it’s probably our physical health. Are we eating healthy? Are we exercising regularly? Are we feeling tired? Or ill? Do our joints ache? Have we scheduled our annual check-up?
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Clinch Valley Medical Center Nationally Recognized with an ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade
May 10, 2022
Clinch Valley Medical Center received an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for spring 2022. This national distinction recognizes Clinch Valley Medical Center’s achievements in protecting patients from preventable harm and error in the hospital.
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May Healthcare Celebrations
May 6, 2022
Each May, it is my honor to take a moment to pause and reflect on the tireless work and dedication that our local healthcare teams exhibit every day of the year as they care for our community. I’m fortunate to work alongside the many dedicated physicians, nurses, clinical staff, employees...
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