With crochet hooks, yarn, and a heart full of love, Debbie Sandidge helps NICU families celebrate their babies’ firsts
Debbie Sandidge has loved to crochet since her mom taught her years ago - and the chance to put her hobby to work for a good cause is the best of both worlds! Debbie collaborates [...]
Ask the Experts: Knowledge is power when it comes to understanding and managing your risk of breast cancer
Breast cancer is the most common cancer diagnosed in women, and also one of the most feared. Dr. Ashley Hendrix, breast surgical oncologist with Regional One Health Cancer Care, said patients can fight that fear [...]
Ask the Experts: What do I need to know to take charge of my health during menopause?
While no two women will experience menopause exactly the same way, there are some basic facts everyone should know about this stage of life. Dr. Pallavi Khanna, a certified menopause practitioner at Regional One [...]
Your DNA has the power to help you manage your breast cancer risk – learn how!
Genetic testing and counseling can help women understand their hereditary risk of breast cancer - and take action to manage their risk. Patients qualify for genetic testing based on a set of criteria that includes [...]
During Fire Prevention Week, make sure you have working smoke alarms to help prevent injury and death during a home fire
October 6-12 is Fire Prevention Week, and this year's theme is "Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work For You." The experts at our Firefighters Burn Center are educating the public about how to install, maintain, [...]
Ask the Experts: What can I do to manage my risk from breast cancer?
Is it possible to minimize your risk from breast cancer? According to a leading expert, the answer is yes! Dr. Ashley Hendrix, a breast surgical oncologist with Regional One Health Cancer Care, says women [...]
Ovarian cancer can be hard to detect early, but medical advances have brought new tools for prevention and treatment
There is no effective routine screening for ovarian cancer and symptoms of the disease can be vague, which means delayed diagnosis is far too common. Dr. John Schorge, a renowned gynecologic oncologist at Regional One [...]
During Fall Prevention Week, take time to review your health and surroundings so you can reduce your risk of injury
Last year, the Elvis Presley Trauma Center treated nearly 1,500 patients for serious injuries like broken bones and traumatic brain injury that occurred due to a fall. During Fall Prevention Week, our trauma experts are [...]
“It truly is a world-class medical center:” Vicki Clark had plenty of options for her cancer care, and she’s grateful and proud to have chosen Regional One Health
Vicki Clark considered many options for her treatment when she was diagnosed with colon cancer, and she'll always be grateful that she chose Dr. David Shibata at Regional One Health. Vicki said Dr. Shibata's [...]
There’s a link between aging and arthritis – but you don’t just have to live with pain and poor mobility as you get older!
Natural aging processes and cumulative wear-and-tear can put you at risk of arthritis as you get older. Our rheumatologists can help through support for lifestyle changes, medication, rehabilitation therapy and more. Our team's goal is [...]