Recognized for 50 Years of Service
Towns and cities throughout the Midlands have presented proclamations that recognize Lexington Medical Center for providing the highest quality care to patients in the community for more than 50 years.
Lexington Medical Center’s “Baby Simba” Celebrates First Birthday
Blakely Layne Wall was born on Thursday, April 2, 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic had just begun. Family members weren’t able to visit. That’s when this powerful image emerged.
Women’s History Month Spotlight: Eunice Medhurst
March is Women’s History Month. In this post, we highlight Lexington Medical Center’s first director of nursing, Eunice Medhurst.
A Little Weight Loss Yields Big Results
When it comes to losing weight, little changes can go a long way.
Cancer Transitions Class for Those Finishing Treatment
Lexington Medical Center is looking for participants for a new program called “Cancer Transitions: Moving Beyond Treatment.”
Healthy Eats: Shrimp Risotto with Asparagus
This risotto recipe uses a wild rice blend, which has lower glycemic index than the traditional arborio rice, making this recipe delicious and diabetic friendly.
ER Physician's COVID Vaccine Decision
Emergency physician Xinwei Liu, MD, recently sat down with WIS to discuss his experience with the COVID-19 vaccine.
Celebrating a Legacy of Patient Care
After nearly 50 years of taking outstanding care of people in the Midlands through his work as a surgeon, Charles W. Harmon, MD, FACS, has retired from Lexington Medical Center.
Suicide Prevention Grant Helps Physicians Save Lives
Lauren Matthews, MD, Lexington Pediatrics, sat down with WLTX' Queen Johnson to discuss how a recent grant is helping our physicians detect warning signs of suicide - in her case, in adolescent patients.
103 Year Old Woman Receives COVID-19 Vaccine
Yesterday was a special day for 103 year-old West Columbia resident Inez Smith. After a year of waiting, she happily received the COVID-19 vaccine at Brookland Baptist Church. WIS News' Emily Wakeman shared her story.
Superfood of the Month: Collard Greens
Collard greens are leafy vegetables that are similar to kale. They rank as one of the most nutritious foods in the world, rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber.
Lexington Medical Center Northeast Holds Ribbon Cutting
Lexington Medical Center held a ribbon cutting ceremony on March 16, 2021 for its new community medical center in Northeast Columbia.
Lexington Medical Center Opens COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic at Brookland Baptist Church
Lexington Medical Center is pleased to announce a partnership with Brookland Baptist Church in West Columbia to administer COVID-19 vaccines to eligible community members.
New Northeast Facility Opened March 9
Lexington Medical Center opened its newest community medical center on March 9, 2021.
Now Accepting COVID-19 Vaccine Registrations for Those in Phase 1B
Individuals in Group 1B can now register for a vaccine at Lexington Medical Center by going to LexMed.com/vaccine and clicking on “Request Form” to register for the vaccine.
Not Catching Enough Z’s? Take This Advice to Heart for a Good Night’s Sleep
Sleep deprivation can negatively affect the heart by increasing risks for hypertension, cardiovascular and coronary heart disease.
Summer Internship Open to High School Students in Lexington and Richland County
Lexington Medical Center is accepting applications for its 2021 Partners Program – a summer internship designed for high school students who are interested in careers in health care.
Do I Need Cardiac Rehabilitation?
You’ve just had heart surgery, and now your doctor wants you to start exercising. Seriously?
The Skinny on Intermittent Fasting
Intermittent fasting (IF) is gaining some traction, though it remains to be seen where the science will land on this method of eating.
Superfood of the Month: Fennel
Fennel is a Mediterranean plant that is popular all over the world. It has a pale bulb and long green stalks and can grow almost anywhere.
