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Letter from CEO Peter Mulkey
August 27, 2021To the citizens of Tazewell County and the surrounding areas: Our current COVID-19 situation continues to move rapidly in the wrong direction. It is heartbreaking, frustrating and exhausting – but above all, it is preventable. The Delta variant is significantly impacting our community, our hospital and the healthcare system in our state.
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COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ – 3rd Dose for Immunocompromised Individuals
August 20, 2021Why is a third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine necessary? Is it not as effective as we thought? COVID-19 vaccines have been proven safe and highly effective, even against the Delta variant. The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) now recommends an additional dose of the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer and Moderna) specifically for people who are moderately to severely immunocompromised. A third dose will help this vulnerable population enhance their immune response and further protect them from serious – and potentially prolonged – illness.
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SIDS: Education, Awareness Can Be Key to Safeguarding Your Infant
August 19, 2021SIDS is the sudden death of an infant less than one year of age that cannot be explained even after a complete autopsy, examination of the death scene and review of the clinical history. It is the leading cause of death among infants between the ages of one and 12 months and, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, claims about 2,500 lives each year in the United States.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Health Insurance
July 27, 2021Have you been putting off your annual doctor’s visit? Or perhaps even a needed screening or procedure? If you’ve been putting off care – whether it’s a recommended surgery, screening or simply your annual check-up – now’s the time to do it. Your health means everything. Taking care of it now is a great opportunity to really get the most out of your health insurance. If you’ve already met your deductible for 2021, your out-of-pocket expenses for care could be minimal – or even zero. Even more importantly, giving your health the attention it needs is also a great way to ensure you’re doing all you can to get and stay well – a priority that is more important than ever.
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Clinch Valley Health Publishes 2020 Community Benefit Report
July 23, 2021Report highlights hospital’s continued impact on Tazewell County in a historic year
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Your Health Means Everything: Protect It with Immunizations
July 23, 2021If a researcher were to sit down at the end of 2021 and tabulate and record the number of times individual key words were mentioned over the course of the year, “vaccine” would surely be near the top. The advent of COVID-19 vaccines and the key role they have played in slowing the spread of the virus and helping us get closer to pandemic’s end has not only been at the forefront of global discourse but has also served as a reminder of how effective vaccination – or immunization, as it is also known – can be in protecting us from a number of illnesses both mild and severe.
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If the past year has taught us anything, it’s that our health and the health of our loved ones means everything.
July 15, 2021If the past year has taught us anything, it’s that our health and the health of our loved ones means everything. This concept is not new to Clinch Valley Health as the health and safety of our patients and team has always been our top priority, and as the healthcare leader in our area, we know our community holds our hospital to the highest standard for care.
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The Heat is On: How to Stay Cool and Spurn the Burn
June 29, 2021When the sun comes out to play, many of us make plans to do the same. The summer months bring the promise of backyard barbecues, pick-up games in the park and wasting away lazy afternoons in the water. This year’s summer season feels extra special as COVID-19 vaccines have paved a way for us to once again gather together safely.
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Welcome Kenneth McVey, DO
June 10, 2021Clinch Valley Health announced that Family Medicine physician Kenneth McVey, DO is joining Clinch Valley Physicians Associates and is welcoming new patients.
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Your Health Now: 4 Simple Ways Men Can Take Control of Their Health Today
June 10, 2021How can men defy the stats and get and stay healthy? Here are four simple things you can do to give your health the attention it needs now.
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Clinch Valley Health Names 2021 Mercy Award Winner
May 12, 2021Clinch Valley Health today announced that Vicky Lothery has been recognized as the hospital’s 2021 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. The Mercy Award is an annual recognition…
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Honoring our Healthcare Heroes
May 04, 2021What is a hero? Maya Angelou famously said, “I think a hero is any person really intent on making this a better place for all people.” In my role as CEO of Clinch Valley Health, I have the privilege of working with an incredible team of healthcare heroes who work tirelessly, each and every day, to make our hospital and our community a better place. Every May,…
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Bunker Earns Top Healthcare Management Credential
April 15, 2021Dr. Mark C. Bunker, DPT, MHA, CPPS, FACHE, Director of Rehabilitation Services, Clinch Valley Health, Richlands, VA, recently became a Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives, the nation’s leading professional society for healthcare leaders. “The healthcare management field plays a vital role in providing high-quality care to the people in our…
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Your Health Means Everything: Taking Care of Yourself in a Post-Pandemic World
April 05, 2021Life has changed in ways both big and small over the last year. Plans were suspended and priorities shifted as we cautiously made our way through a situation that we had never experienced, much less imagined would happen. As we get closer than ever to putting the COVID-19 pandemic behind us – thanks to wider vaccine distribution and safe practices to slow the spread…
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Clinch Valley Health Launches Robotic Surgery Program
April 05, 2021Clinch Valley Health announced today the hospital has launched its robotic surgery program with the arrival of a new surgical robot. Its first total knee replacement with robotic technology was performed on Thursday, April 1 by board-certified orthopedic surgeon Walid Azzo, M.D., PhD, FAAOS. The new, innovative technology assists orthopedic surgeons in specific…
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Clinch Valley Medical Center’s Advanced Wound Center Recognized with National Award for Clinical Excellence
March 25, 2021Clinch Valley Medical Center physicians, leaders and clinicians gathered to celebrate the Center of Distinction Award, which was given to Clinch Valley Medical Center’s Advanced Wound Center by Healogics , the nation’s largest provider of advanced wound care services. The Center achieved outstanding clinical outcomes for twelve consecutive months, including…
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COVID-19 Vaccines: It’s Time to Roll Up Your Sleeve
March 20, 2021Nearly one year into the COVID-19 pandemic, most of us have become accustomed to wearing masks, social distancing, virtual schooling and remote working. We have all made sacrifices to protect ourselves and one another, but there is another very important step you can take to help end this pandemic and get back to…
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Prevention on the Brain: How to Protect Yourself from Concussions and Other Injuries
March 11, 2021When you think about your health, some of the first things that probably come to mind are healthy eating, exercise, visits with a provider and other steps to help prevent and manage illness and disease. But there is another important factor to consider when thinking about maintaining good health – preventing injuries. Injuries are one of the biggest threats to good…
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Go Further with Food
March 09, 2021“You are what you eat.” We’ve all heard it, and many of us have jokingly used the common saying amongst one another. But there really is a kernel of truth there. Eating healthy can help us be healthy. There’s never a bad time to talk about healthy eating, but March is an especially good opportunity because it’s National Nutrition Month®…
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Welcome to 29 Days of Heart Health
January 28, 2021This February marks not only American Heart Month, but another leap year. That means an extra day to enjoy quality time with family and friends. An extra day to chase after your 2020 goals. And an extra day to focus on your heart health. Because, while leap year adds an extra day to the calendar, staying focused on maintaining good heart health can help add years to your…
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