COVID-19 Unit Nurse Receives Lexington Medical Center’s First COVID-19 Vaccine
In a historic moment, Ethan Rucker, RN, became Lexington Medical Center’s first employee to receive a COVID-19 vaccine.
COVID-19 Vaccinations Begin Today at Lexington Medical Center
Lexington Medical Center received its first delivery of the COVID-19 vaccine on Tuesday, December 15, 2020.
Give a Little Love: Our 2020 Christmas Commercial
For 14 years, Lexington Medical Center has produced its own Christmas commercial. Because of COVID-19, filming this year’s commercial presented some unique challenges, but we’re excited to carry on the tradition for our community.
Lexington Medical Center Irmo Hosts Toy Drive on December 10
Lexington Medical Center Irmo will hold a “Fill the Bus” Toy Drive with the Salvation Army on Thursday, December 10, 2020 from Noon to 4:00 p.m.
Ask the Doctor: How Can I Boost My Immune System?
As we move indoors during winter, infections from cold, flu, COVID-19 and other viruses rise. Why are some people more susceptible to infections than others, and what can you do to boost your immune system to and stay well?
Urgent Care Video Visits Are Convenient Option for Care
For patients' convenience, our Urgent Care locations now offer video visits for many conditions. Urgent Care physician Langston Powell, MD, recently sat down with WLTX's Queen Johnson to share details on what conditions can be treated and how to access video care.
New Spot Showcases Kindness and Brings Cheer
For the 14th year in a row, Lexington Medical Center has created and produced its own Christmas commercial.
Breast Cancer Survivor Credits Early Detection
A little more than a year ago, Luanne Dyer was awakened in the middle of the night by a sharp pain so severe she sat straight up in bed.
Skin Cancers on Head and Neck
Head and neck cancers include lesions on the skin of these parts of the body. The most common types are squamous cell cancer, basal cell cancer and melanoma
Ask the Doctor: Is It Okay to Delay Routine Medical Care?
At the beginning of the pandemic, most routine health care visits were cancelled to preserve health care supplies and limit the spread of coronavirus. But what’s the downside to putting off routine health care?
A Special "Key to the City" Presentation for Barbara Willm
Lexington Medical Center Vice President of Development and Community Relations Barbara Willm has received a special honor from the Town of Irmo.
Ask the Doctor: How Can I Help My Child Cope with Quarantine Fatigue?
Most of our year has been spent in some level of quarantine due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Alzheimer's Care During COVID-19
In recognition of Alzheimer's Awareness Month, Kim Carpenter shares the ways Carroll Campbell Place has helped residents and their family members navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lexington Medical Center Welcomes Sara S. Wallace, MD, FAAP
Lexington Medical Center is pleased to welcome Sara S. Wallace, MD, FAAP, to the hospital’s network of care at Lexington Pediatric Practice.
Lexington Medical Center’s Lung Cancer Screening Program
What makes lung cancer so deadly is that it is usually detected late, when treatments are less likely to help. That’s why Lexington Medical Center offers a lung cancer screening program.
Ask the Doctor: Why Stop Smoking Now?
If you’ve been smoking for a while, you may wonder why you should stop now. The damage has been done, right?
What You Need to Know About Diabetes
South Carolina has one of the highest rates of diabetes in the nation, with 1 in 7 adult South Carolinians diagnosed with the condition. It’s important to know the warning signs of diabetes so you can intervene early.
Urgent Care Video Visits: A New Type of House Call
Lexington Medical Center Urgent Care locations are now offering convenient telehealth visits through MyChart, Lexington Medical Center’s electronic health record.
Lexington Medical Center Becomes First Hospital with HeartCARE Center National Distinction of Excellence in South Carolina
Lexington Medical Center has received the prestigious HeartCARE Center™ National Distinction of Excellence from the American College of Cardiology, becoming the only health care organization in South Carolina and one of only 30 in the United States to achieve this honor.
Risk Factors for Head and Neck Cancers
Two of the biggest risk factors for developing cancer in the head and neck are drinking alcohol and using tobacco products.
