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Lexington Medical Center First Hospital in South Carolina to Achieve Magnet with Distinction® Recognition

Lexington Medical Center achieved Magnet with Distinction recognition as a reflection of its nursing professionalism, teamwork, and superiority in patient care.

Leadership & Growth

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Did You Know Alcohol Causes Breast Cancer?

Cancer

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Superfood of the Month: Pumpkin

Healthy Living

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The Latest on GLP-1s

Weight Loss

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What’s the Difference in Palliative Care and Hospice Care?

Cancer

5 Common Vaccine Myths Debunked

Despite an abundance of scientific evidence proving that vaccines are safe and effective, a few myths persist that may make some parents hesitant. Here Dr. Elizabeth Dennison with Lexington Pediatric Practice sorts the myths from the facts.

Primary Care

What Sets Lexington Medical Center Urgent Care Apart

Take a ride with Dr. Brent Powers, Chief Medical Officer, and Jay Hamm, Vice President Operations, as they talk about whether you should go to the emergency room or an urgent care and what sets Lexington Medical Center's urgent care locations apart in this Wellness on Wheels.

LMC People

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New EmPATH Unit to Serve Mental Health Patients Opens at Lexington Medical Center

mental health patients. The unit, known as EmPATH, Emergency Psychiatric Assessment Treatment and Healing, will enhance care for psychiatric and mental health patients at the Lexington Medical Center Emergency Department.

Leadership & Growth

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Superfood of the Month: Almonds

Almonds are among the most nutritious and beneficial tree nuts. Whether raw, roasted or as butter or milk, these nuts are a powerhouse of essential nutrients.

Healthy Living

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Healthy Mind, Healthy Body: A Holistic Approach to Care

Wellness on Wheels: Caring for Our Community

Take a ride with Roger Sipe, Senior Vice President, Operations, and Lara Lott Moore, Vice President, Operations, as they talk about Lexington Medical Center's community impact in our latest Wellness on Wheels.

Community Involvement

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USC and Lexington Medical Center Open Innovative Facility to Train Nurses

Warning Signs of Enlarged Heart

Heart & Vascular

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Superfood of the Month: Tomato

Tomatoes are brimming with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

Healthy Living

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What Sports Are Most Dangerous?

Both Olympic and high school sports can carry some inherent risk. Here's a look at the sports with the highest rate of injury.

Orthopaedics

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