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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…
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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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29 Days of Heart: This Leap Year, Take Charge of Your Heart
January 28, 2021Leap Year gives you an extra day. But a healthy heart can give you extra years. That’s why Clinch Valley Health is celebrating American Heart Month with 29 Days of Heart. For each day in February, you can visit ClinchValleyHealth.com for an informative article to help you take charge of your heart health. Why is your heart so deserving of this much attention?…
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Workplace Workouts: Easy Ways to Make Your Day More Active
January 28, 2021From commuting to work and spending hours sitting behind a computer to watching TV or surfing the internet, there’s no doubt that we simply sit too much. The good news is that there are some easy ways to combat the sedentary lifestyle that can lead to a greater risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and other conditions, and make your day more…
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A Happy Heart is a Healthy Heart
January 28, 2021You’ve heard the phrase, “Laughter is the best medicine,” right? There might be more truth to it than you think. Not only is laughter free, but research shows that laughing can strengthen your immune system, boost your energy, alleviate pain and protect you from the damaging effects of stress. How, you might ask? Laughter relaxes the whole…
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Is it a sign?
January 28, 2021Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), equating to approximately one in four male deaths and one in five female deaths. One of the ways to help change that statistic is by staying on top of the warning signs of heart disease so that it can be caught early. So, what are…
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Sleeping Beauty
January 28, 2021Consistently getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most beneficial things you can do for the health of your mind and body. And it’s particularly important for your heart. Even though it keeps beating after you close your eyes, it benefits from the lowered blood pressure that happens when you drift off to dreamland. Check out these pointers to ward off…
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Your Once-A-Year Day: Annual Screenings are Good for Your Heart
January 28, 2021Playing an active role in your preventive health is a key factor in preventing heart disease and managing your risk factors for heart problems. And one of the best preventive health measures is your annual check-up with your primary care provider. Even if you don’t have a heart condition, it’s essential to schedule and keep annual exams. Make the most of your…
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Take as Directed: Talking to Your Doctor About Medications
January 28, 2021An important step in taking charge of your health is speaking with your healthcare provider about medications you are taking, including its favorable results and any potential side effects. As you age and experience life changes – including having a baby, undergoing surgery or experiencing other health events, finding the right medications for you is a crucial…
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We Heart Dessert
January 28, 2021How 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…
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How to Have a Heart-to-Heart about Health
January 28, 2021Understanding the risk factors, signs and symptoms of heart disease can have a big impact on the likelihood of a positive outcome and a strong recovery when issues arise. Besides recognizing these in yourself, it’s also important to be able to recognize them in your loved ones and be able to comfortably discuss them. By detecting potential heart problems early,…
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It Does That? Fun Facts About Your Hard-Working Heart
January 28, 2021Your heart is one hard-working muscle – a fascinating, giant pump that’s working every second of every minute of every day. It’s working hard for you, so let these fun facts about your heart inspire you to work a little harder to keep it healthy. Your adult heart beats about 100,000 times a day. That’s at least one beat every second, or…
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