Keep safety and respect top of mind this Fourth of July

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Follow these guidelines for a safe and happy Fourth of July!

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From Head to Toe: How Alcohol Affects Women

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Whether on the heart, the liver, or overall health, alcohol certainly has an effect—and one that women feel differently than men. Here’s what it does to the body.

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Beat the Heat - Stay Safe in Extreme Temperatures

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As temperatures and humidity continue to swell in our area, it's more important than ever to take the proper precautions to avoid heat-related injury and illness.

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Swim Lessons: Summer Fun That Saves Lives

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Pools and lakes are wonderful spots for making happy family memories. But they can also be risky environments, especially for children. Drowning is the number one cause of death for children ages one to four. It’s also the second-leading cause of accidental death for kids ages five to 14.

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MyChart Support Transitions to WellConnect Team

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WellConnect Lead Courtney Watkins describes the transition of handling MyChart support calls to the WellConnect team as a “natural fit.” MyChart support calls were previously sent to voicemail. Now the calls are answered in real time (during business hours).

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  • Statement Regarding Recent Closure Announcements

    Jun 30, 2025, 18:15 by DeClue, A.
    Due to mounting financial pressures, Columbus Regional Health has made the difficult decision to close its Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit, as well as outpatient practice, CRH Orthopedics and Sports Medicine.
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  • Introducing CarePayment -- A Friendly Payment Plan Option

    Jun 26, 2025, 09:09 by DeClue, A.
    You may be eligible for a CarePayment plan if you or someone you are a guarantor for has a current payment plan with terms over 12 months.
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  • Columbus Regional Health Announces New Foundation President

    Jun 22, 2025, 18:15 by DeClue, A.
    Columbus Regional Health is pleased to announce that Tanya Hand has accepted the role of president of Columbus Regional Health Foundation. She will start in the position on June 30, 2025. Hand will replace current president, Julie Abedian, who announced her plan to retire as Executive Vice President and Chief Community Impact Officer and as CRH Foundation President, effective August 21, 2025.
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  • First EV-ICD Procedure Performed at CRH

    May 13, 2025, 13:42 by Newton, A.
    Congratulations to cardiac electrophysiologist Albert Sey, MD, MPH, and cardiothoracic surgeon Gregory Dedinsky, MD, FACS, on performing the first Extra Vascular Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (EV-ICD) procedure at CRH, with support from Surgical and Cardiac Cath Lab staff! The EV-ICD procedure treats sudden cardiac arrest and abnormal heartbeats with defibrillation and special pacing therapy.
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  • Cigna Health Plans Soon to be Out-of-Network

    May 13, 2025, 08:10 by DeClue, A.
    This means patients insured by Cigna would be subject for out-of-network fees for services rendered through any CRH facility or physician office.
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  • CRH Emergency Services to participate in military training exercise

    May 12, 2025, 15:25 by DeClue, A.
    The exercises also help the CRH Emergency Department team members learn how to transport and triage patients into emergency care from military vehicles and a simulated mass casualty event.
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