Safety Measures to Prevent Respiratory Illnesses

Whether you call it cold or flu season, you’re not wrong – respiratory illness season is well upon us. This year specifically, cases of flu, COVID and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) are on the rise, and it is possible to contract multiple viral infections at the same time.

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Three Stretches to Start Your Morning

All night, you slept snug as a bug. But come morning, your muscles and joints feel tight and achy. A few simple stretches after your alarm rings can ease tension and pain, boost blood flow, clear your mind and jump-start your day. And another perk? You can even do them in bed!

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Why Might I Need a Lung Screening CT?

Columbus Regional Health (CRH) has the ability to screen for lung cancer and identify it in the early stages. Timely identification and diagnosis of lung cancer is the key to long term survival. In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, CRH is proud to offer reserved appointments for patients needing a first time lung scan.

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What Is Sepsis?

According to the Global Sepsis Alliance, sepsis is the leading cause of death following an infection, but with early detection and proper treatment, deadly consequences can be diminished. These FAQs aim to demystify the often misunderstood and unrecognized deadly complication to infection.

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What is Non-Surgical Medically Supervised Weight Loss and Who is a Good Candidate?

The Weight Loss Institute of Columbus Regional Health offers a Non-Surgical Medically Supervised Weight Loss (NMSWL) program. This program is a physician-supervised weight loss program that provides a weight loss alternative to bariatric surgery.

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  • CRHP and NexusPark Holiday Closings

    Dec 15, 2025, 17:07 by Laker, J.
    View a list of CRHP and NexusPark closings for the holidays in 2025.
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  • Electrophysiology Team Uses Varipulse Platform for AFib

    Dec 15, 2025, 13:51 by Westhafer, A.
    Earlier this year our Cath Lab electrophysiology team, led by Dr. Albert Sey, completed their first procedure using the Varipulse Platform for atrial fibrillation (AFib).
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  • CRH Achieves Primary Stroke Certification

    Dec 15, 2025, 13:10 by User Not Found
    Certification is a process through which healthcare organizations demonstrate compliance with national standards. Certification by ACHC reflects an organization’s dedication and commitment to meeting standards that facilitate a higher level of performance and patient care.
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  • CRH Lung Institute Named a Center of Excellence

    Dec 4, 2025, 14:17 by Westhafer, A.
    The Columbus Regional Health Lung Institute has been named a Center of Excellence by GO2 for Lung Cancer (GO2) for its ongoing commitment to providing patient-centered, evidence-based lung cancer screening.
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  • CRH Earns Cardiovascular/Pulmonary Rehab Recertification

    Nov 18, 2025, 12:39 by Westhafer, A.
    AACVPR-certified programs are leaders in the cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation field, because they offer the most advanced practices available and have proven track records of high-quality patient care.
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  • Requirements Change for Financial Assistance

    Nov 13, 2025, 12:47 by DeClue, A.
    Anyone wishing to receive financial aid through a Columbus Regional Health program must present proof of insurance ineligibility. Financial assistance plans and options will remain available as a potential option to cover remaining balances after an in-network or contracted insurance has paid its portion.
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