Jul 16, 2024, 12:36 PM
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Allison Sanford
U.S. News & World Report has named Lexington Medical Center as the best hospital in the Columbia Metro area for the third consecutive year.
Jul 12, 2024, 2:46 PM
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Allison Sanford
Our hospital's Pet Therapy Program began in 2008 when an ICU doctor – who had her own pet therapy dog – suggested it to hospital administrators. Today the number of pet therapy teams is 12 and counting.
Jul 10, 2024, 1:53 PM
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Allison Sanford
Most people are aware of PTSD among service members, what many don’t realize is it can also manifest itself in a myriad of non-military situations. Say a serious auto accident, for instance, or a domestic trauma.
Jul 1, 2024, 1:43 PM
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Allison Sanford
From quenching your thirst to protecting your heart, watermelon offers a wide array of benefits that can enhance your overall well-being. Add cubes to salads, blend into smoothies or enjoy a refreshing slice on its own.
Jun 5, 2024, 3:28 PM
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Allison Sanford
Lexington Medical Center is among 53 regional hospitals recognized for providing high-quality care to underserved populations.
Jun 3, 2024, 9:46 AM
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Allison Sanford
Greek yogurt stands out from regular yogurt because of its high protein content and essential nutrients.
May 31, 2024, 10:04 AM
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Allison Sanford
May 29, 2024, 9:12 AM
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Allison Sanford
One of the challenges of Lyme disease is its diverse range of symptoms, which can mimic other conditions, leading to misdiagnosis or delayed treatment.
May 24, 2024, 9:57 AM
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Allison Sanford
While it might sound like something from a math textbook, Fifth's Disease, also known as erythema infectiosum or slapped cheek syndrome, is a viral infection that primarily affects children.
May 22, 2024, 9:12 AM
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Allison Sanford
The leading cause of preventable death after injury is bleeding. Someone who is severely bleeding can bleed to death in as little as five minutes.