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If, when you think of a hernia, it brings to mind a condition only your father or grandfather needed to be concerned with, you’re not alone. There are many misconceptions about hernias, and the failure to seek a proper diagnosis can lead to unnecessary suffering and risk of complications. Hernias affect an estimated 2% of the adult population and 4% of infants, while the estimates for adult, white males can be as high as 20%. While several types of hernias can occur in various areas of the body, inguina... ... Read More
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Drive collects 1,226 jars for Compassion Corsicana Food Pantry Access to nutritious food can significantly impact an individual’s overall health and well-being. The North Texas Food Bank estimates that nearly 15% percent of the residents in our community are living in a food-insecure home. Peanut butter is high in nutritional value and has a long shelf life, making it a much-needed item for food banks. That’s why Navarro Regional Hospital joined with other CHS-affiliated hospitals for the second annual ... ... Read More
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Last year, our Navarro Regional Hospital team played a vital role at more than 159,000 encounters where we helped people get well and live healthier. Around the clock, every day of the year, regardless of holidays, weather or other disruptions – we are here for our community. The skills, talents and energy of our employees and physicians are the force powering all that we do and I am grateful for their steady focus on delivering safe, quality care and a compassionate experience for patients. We care dee... ... Read More
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According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Despite being preventable and treatable, many individuals still die from this disease due to a lack of awareness about preventive care. Navarro Regional Hospital is committed to promoting early detection and prevention of colon cancer through regular colonoscopy screenings because, when detected early, the survival rate for colon cancer is approximately 90%. During this n... ... Read More
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Anticipation is building for the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, particularly for those in Navarro County who will witness the event in its entirety within the path of totality. According to NASA, totality means that the moon will pass between the Earth and the sun, and completely block the face of the sun. This will result in about four and a half minutes of dusk or dawn-like darkening of the sky. Most of us will be eagerly gazing upwards during the eclipse. Nonetheless, it's crucial to priori... ... Read More
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Respiratory illnesses continue to rise with coughs being a common overlapping symptom among them all. Decoding the characteristics of a cough, including its duration, sound, and accompanying symptoms, can help patients understand what is going on and how to treat it. Most people are typically contagious the first three to five days after the initial respiratory infection, according to the CDC. However, a cough can linger around longer. A temporary, acute cough typically lasts less than three weeks and i... ... Read More
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Blood work is a standard part of an annual primary care wellness visit because it gives a global picture of your health. The lab results help your provider check for certain diseases and conditions, see indicators of your heart and organ functioning, and track how medications are working. Dr. Timothy Montalvo, an internal medicine physician with Medical Associates of Navarro County says annual blood tests are important for the long term health and well-being of their patients, even when they seem to be ... ... Read More
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Corsicana, TX– It’s a leap year, and that means we all can look forward to an extra day in February – an extra day to enjoy life, be well, and pursue the things that make us happy. And, while an extra day is nice, what if you could add more years to your life? Caring for your heart is one of the best ways to increase longevity. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States, responsible for one in five adult deaths in the U.S each year. The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Preve... ... Read More
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Andy Chung, M.D., FACS, Otolaryngology, offers a variety of ENT services locally. Andy Chung, M.D., FACS, an otolaryngologist specializing in ear, nose and throat (ENT) conditions, has expanded his practice to offer a relatively new treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Since opening his Corsicana practice in 2022, Dr. Chung has provided care to patients with a variety of ENT issues, ranging from nasal polyps to ear infections and hearing loss. Beyond the conventional scope of ENT treatments and ... ... Read More
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What You Need to Know with Upper Respiratory Illness on the Rise Corsicana, TX, December 2023– If it seems like more people are getting sick each day – it’s not your imagination. Diagnoses of flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are on the rise across the U.S with the CDC trackers show flu activity to be high here in Texas and more people visiting the emergency department or needing hospitalizations for treatment of severe symptoms. The symptoms for each condition are similar and it’s imp... ... Read More
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