Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
Serving Hohenwald, Lewis County Tennessee Since 1898
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medical center in Tennessee with this distinction in 2024. All trauma designations begin with a one-year provisional status, which MRMC attained in November 2023, followed by a site visit and extensive review process conducted by the Tennessee Department of Health to achieve a full designation. Hospitals voluntarily seek designation in order to care for the most seriously injured patients. In Tennessee, trauma level designations include Level I, II, III and IV. The level correlates to the...
Tennessee State Parks recently announced the installation of adult-sized changing tables at five state parks as part of efforts to increase accessibility for all visitors. The added tables bring the total of parks with adult-sized changing tables to six, including one announced in January at Natchez Trace State Park. July marked the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in everyday...
Wondering what to do with your pumpkins as the holiday turns from pumpkin patches to Christmas tree farms? The eight African and five Asian elephants would love to take those off your hands. Did you know elephants LOVE pumpkins? They do, and they have VERY large appetites. They can consume around 150 pounds of fruits, vegetables, grains, and plant materials each day, including pumpkins! Your donated pumpkins will be used by caregivers at the Elephant Sanctuary to fill with hay and other treats for the elephants to enjoy. They aren’t too p...
Encourage your child to eat a variety of colorful fruits and vegetables every day. This will help them get the vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants they need to grow and stay healthy. Make it fun by letting them choose their favorite fruits and vegetables at the grocery store or farmers market. You can also try incorporating them into meals and snacks in creative ways, like adding berries to yogurt or making a veggie pizza and letting them design their own. They'll definitely want to eat their...
Traditional de-icers, particularly chloride-based compounds such as sodium chloride, magnesium chloride and calcium chloride, can have various detrimental effects on the environment. According to the Minnesota Stormwater Manual, chloride-based de-icers contribute to soil degradation by reducing soil permeability and fertility, and by increasing soil alkalinity, which adversely affects plant growth and soil stability. These de-icers contaminate groundwater and surface water, leading to toxic conditions for aquatic life due to elevated salt...
Maury Regional Health is hosting a for positions in clinical and non-clinical areas on November 14 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Maury Regional Medical Center located at 1224 Trotwood Avenue in Columbia. Applicants interested in joining a nationally recognized health system should bring a copy of their résumé to this hiring event - no application required. During the visit, candidates will have the opportunity to speak with members of the talent acquisition team about opportunities at Maury Regional H...
On Thursday, November 7, Brad Rasbury and members from the Hohenwald Masonic Lodge #607, presented a $500 donation to the Lewis County Prevention and Intervention Coalition to assist with the creation of a Parenting Enrichment Program. This program became a focus for the newly formed coalition after Judge Michael Spitzer, the 32nd Judicial District Judge, spoke to the group on the need for such a program that would "produce GOLD STAR parents who have awareness, knowledge, and skills to provide...
1. Baking and Cooking Baking soda is a staple in baking, acting as a leavening agent that helps cakes, cookies, and breads rise. It reacts with acidic ingredients like buttermilk, yogurt, or lemon juice, producing carbon dioxide bubbles that create the airy texture we love. It’s also used to neutralize strong flavors in recipes, like those found in coffee or chocolate. 2. Cleaning and Deodorizing Baking soda is a natural cleaning agent that can be used to scrub surfaces, remove stains, and deodorize. It’s effective at removing grease, gri...
Wondering what to do with your pumpkins as the holiday turns from pumpkin patches to Christmas tree farms? The eight African and five Asian elephants would love to take those off your hands. Did you know elephants LOVE pumpkins? They do, and they have VERY large appetites. They can consume around 150 pounds of fruits, vegetables, grains, and plant materials each day, including pumpkins! Your donated pumpkins will be used by caregivers at the Elephant Sanctuary to fill with hay and other treats...
A strong core is essential for overall health and fitness. Not only does a strong core help us look and feel better, but it can also improve our balance, posture, and senior athletic performance. A strong core can help improve our posture by supporting our spine and helping us maintain proper alignment. This can reduce the risk of back pain and improve our overall balance and stability. A strong core can also improve our balance and stability, making it easier to perform everyday activities and athletic movements. By strengthening the muscles...
Stay hydrated by drinking at least 8 glasses of water daily. Incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your diet for essential nutrients. Aim for at least 30 minutes of physical activity most days of the week. Prioritize sleep by aiming for 7-9 hours each night. Practice mindfulness or meditation to reduce stress levels. Limit processed foods and added sugars for better overall health. Take regular breaks from screens to reduce eye strain. Maintain good hygiene by washing hands frequently. Schedule regular check-ups with your healthcare...
American Health Partners, a leading provider of senior healthcare services, today announced a definitive agreement to sell its American Health Communities (AHC) and Rehab America divisions to a joint venture between CareTrust REIT, Inc., a publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) and a leading privately held real estate investment firm. Under the terms of the agreement, the joint venture will own the AHC locations, ensuring the physical assets remain part of a strong, experienced real estate investment portfolio. Four respected...
*Wrinkles should merely indicate where smiles have been. *Wisdom is the sunlight of the soul. *There’s a lot to be said for getting older. But as my mother always told me, “If you can’t say something nice, don’t say anything at all.” *Getting older is mandatory. Growing up is optional. *Friends are God’s way of smoothing out the bumps on th road of life. *The bond of friendship is a blessing that lasts forever in the heart. *For a free face lift...Smile” *We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give. *Age is an issue o...
"Hey, Jo, I don't have any family, so when I die, who will bury me?" In general, people have the option/responsibility to pre-arrange and pay for their burial or cremation, so their wishes are followed. However, If you are totally alone in this world (which I hope you are not; please know everyone is family at Jo's house, and I will help you) I did some searching. Local funeral home director, Diene Adair of Adair Funeral and Cremation Services explains that "When someone dies without family to...
Do you feel very uncoordinated? If you’re in fitness class and feel that you never seem to get the steps right, no matter what you do, just relax. These steps don’t come naturally to most people. Many exercisers have difficulty following unfamilair moves at first. Don’t feel discouraged! Remember that most everyone who begins a new program will feel clumsy and confused! Stick with the foot movements first. Once you’ve mastered them, then add your arms. By focusing on one thing at at a time, you’ll feel more in control. Go easy on yourself and d...
This article has covered six of the basic factors that are critically important for your health. This is the last Focus on Vibrant Health, and provides a quick review. If you would like to continue to have or reclaim your birth right of vibrant health, attend to these things. Nutrition The foods you choose to eat should taste delicious and supply the vitamins and minerals and many other factors your body needs to grow (in childhood), and to repair itself. This includes eating animal products from animals living as nature intended, not in...
Domestic violence is a crisis that lurks in plain sight. Victims conceal the evidence of injuries, smile in photos with their abusers and present a public image completely at odds with the turmoil that exists behind closed doors. When that’s impossible, they call in sick to work or make up excuses for missing social engagements But the numbers don’t lie. Nationally, 12 million women and men are victims of rape, physical violence or stalking by an intimate partner each year. So far this year in Nashville alone, around 7,600 domestic vio...
The Adult Coalition of South Central Tennessee is sponsoring the 19th annual statewide campaign to educate and inform all Tennesseans about fraud and financial abuse of seniors and disabled adults. Governor Bill Lee is set to sign the official proclamation to proclaim October as Fraud & Financial Abuse Awareness Month in Tennessee. In recognition of Fraud & Financial Abuse Awareness month activities, Coalition members will present an educational program on fraud and financial abuse at your local Senior Citizens Center. The signing of the...
Do you know anyone who always seems to have bad luck? Nothing ever goes right for them. Conversely, have you observed people who always wind up OK despite what befalls them? What differentiates these two types of people? Their attitude, thoughts and actions are as different as day and night. You are a magnet. Your attitude, thoughts and actions determine what you attract. Like attracts like. If you are negative, rude and inconsiderate, this is what you will attract. If you are positive, upbeat, courteous, caring and considerate, you will...
Yes, we have a confession to make. “Fitness is hard! It’s so hard at times, that we feel like giving up” Actually, most of us have quit on fitness in the past. Motivation peaks for the first few weeks of any new routine because we’re operating on 100% adrenaline. Nothing is going to stop us. Except...this thing called LIFE! This thing called “LIFE” goes on, despite whatever our fitness goals might be. Friends will call us to go out and tempt us with ‘not so pleasant foods’ and other sedentary temptations. We’ll have some bad days, which might...
The 2025 Health Insurance Marketplace open enrollment period starts Nov. 1 and lasts through Jan. 15, 2025. Those who either do not have insurance or have insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace and want to change plans may participate in the open enrollment period by going to HealthCare.gov. It should be noted that in order to receive coverage starting Jan. 1, 2025, enrollment must be made by Dec. 15. Health Insurance Marketplace plans do not offer out-of-network benefits. Maury Regional Health (MRH) providers participate in the...
Get your step stools out, climb up to the medicine cabinet, and get to clearing out those old prescriptions. With National Take Back Day coming up on October 25th, it's the perfect time to clean and reorganize that medicine cabinet. Flushing unused medicines down the toilet floods our waterways with poison. Imagine all the side effects of every prescription drug used by Lewis County citizens coming into contact with you and your children. It's a truly scary thought. The Sheriff's Department on...
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Lewis Health Center and Wayne Medical Center will offer walk-in Wednesday screening mammograms on select days in October to provide convenient access for women. No appointment is required. The walk-in mammograms at both Maury Regional Health facilities will take place at the following times: Lewis Health Center: Oct. 2 and 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 617 West Main Street in Hohenwald Wayne Medical Center: Oct. 9 and 23 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 103 J.V. Mangubat Drive in Waynesboro Approximately one in eight...
The Maury Regional Women's Center is proud to announce that it has earned the prestigious American College of Radiology (ACR) accreditation for breast ultrasound and ultrasound-guided biopsy. This reaccreditation, effective until 2028, recognizes the center's commitment to providing high-quality imaging and diagnostic services that meet or exceed national standards in radiology. "Receiving this accreditation from the American College of Radiology highlights the dedication and experience of our t...
MONDAY 10-11 AM Bible Study. TUESDAY 10-11 AM Bingo 1 PM Line Dancing. TUESDAY 8th at 11:00 AM there will be a Mary Kay representative at the center. WEDNESDAY 9:30-10:30 AM Exercise Classes. THURSDAY 10-11 PM Bingo 1PM Line Dancing. FRIDAY, October 25th, Movie & Popcorn. SATURDAY, October 5th, Starting at 4:00 PM Music with Debbie Landers and Dan Walker. Soup/Chili Supper will be served at a small cost. Second Saturday starting at 5:30 potluck and karaoke by Cranford Durham Third Saturday starting at 5:30 potluck and music by Ron Howell We...
