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Wilson Medical Center provides variety of services
When you think about hospital services, emergency care is probably the first type of service that comes to mind. Did you know that Wilson Medical Center offers a multitude of services, in addition to … more
Wilson Medical Center patients benefit from Duke Cancer Network
Earlier this year we proudly welcomed the Duke Cancer Network to our community. Many of our lives are touched by cancer, and about 1.7 million new cancer cases are expected to be diagnosed in the … more
Men can improve health through exercise, safely
June is Men’s Health Month, a great time for men to evaluate their current level of wellness and recommit to a healthy lifestyle. Physical activity is one of the best tools you have to improve … more
Explore solutions for chronic wounds June 4-8
Wilson Wound Healing Center, a member of the Healogics network, is helping raise awareness of chronic wounds during the fifth annual Wound Care Awareness Week — June 4 to 8. Wilson Wound Healing … more
Work to reduce your risk of having a stroke
Every 40 seconds someone has a stroke in our country. That’s about two people who will fall victim by the time you finish reading this. It’s the fifth leading cause of death and accounts for … more
Join the cancer fight at Relay for Life Friday
Friday is a very special night for many people who live in and around Wilson. This Friday marks the annual Relay For Life event, celebrating the fight against cancer, and is the signature event for … more
Still looking for matches: Bedgood, Rotary continue work on behalf of National Marrow Donor Program
When 322 people signed up to be part of the National Marrow Donor Program’s registry at the N.C. Whirligig Festival last November in Wilson, Charlie Bedgood was ecstatic. The Wilson native had … more
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People at the cornerstone of making communities healthier
Wilson Medical Center is joining with several organizations this May to recognize and celebrate many of our community’s health care providers and recognize their efforts to help make our community … more
Swamp Stomp raises funds for Hope Station
The sky was bright, the fields misty and the trail muddy as more than 250 people converged at Greenfield School for Hope Station’s sixth annual Wilson Swamp Stomp. Nearly 200 runners from … more
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Top of mind: Ending the stigma around mental health
When it comes to our health, it can be easy to focus exclusively on physical health — making sure we are staying up to date on annual exams and screenings, committing to a regular exercise routine, … more
Hospital strives for positive experience for patients
Wilson Medical Center’s mission is making communities healthier, and that starts with providing the highest quality care possible to you, our neighbors in this wonderful community we call home. A … more
Shield your skin from sun damage this spring and summer
Warmer weather is finally upon us and if you are like me, this is a very welcome sight given the winter we have endured here and throughout the country. As the calendar moves toward the warmer … more
Marijuana-based drug gets positive review from US agency
WASHINGTON — A closely watched medicine made from the marijuana plant reduces seizures in children with severe forms of epilepsy and warrants approval in the United States, health officials said … more
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Pre-diabetes screening can improve health outcomes
Borderline diabetes is a term historically used to describe blood sugars that are elevated but not yet high enough to confirm a diagnosis of diabetes. The term was not clearly defined and no specific … more
Wilsonians to walk for heart health
The American Heart Association’s Wilson Heart Walk will be held Saturday, April 21 at the Eastern North Carolina School for the Deaf. Registration and activities will begin at 8 a.m. and the walk … more
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Donate Life Month encourages organ donor registration
Did you know that an astounding 115,000 people in United States are waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant? Because of the overwhelming need of donors, in 2003, Donate Life America instituted … more
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Let’s talk about foot health and chronic wounds
Right now, 6.7 million Americans are living with a chronic wound, and more than 2 million of those are suffering from a diabetic foot ulcer. April is Foot Health Awareness Month and is a great … more
Spring clean your mind and body this season
Welcome, spring! Even though Mother Nature seems to be playing a trick on us this week, the spring season has officially begun! (Hopefully) the season of warmer temperatures, beautiful flowers, … more
First, do no harm: Promoting patient safety every day
Primum Non Nocere — A Latin phrase that means “First, do no harm.” This is a phrase learned early in health care training. It is meant to help remind health care providers that first and … more
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When is the right time to get a colonoscopy?
Do you remember when you used to put on your favorite bell bottoms and disco dance the night away? If you do, then it’s probably time to think about a routine colonoscopy screening. According to … more
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