Watauga Medical Center earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog that sets standards for excellence in patient care. Read More: Watauga Medical Center earns “A” in Hospital Safety
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Going back in time: Low-fat Thanksgiving recipes enjoyed by pilgrims
It’s almost Thanksgiving – that time of year when American kitchens become a source of mouth-watering aromas; the fragrance of piping-hot turkey basted with gobs of butter, the bouquet of heaping plat… Read More: Going back in time: Low-fat Thanksgiving recipes enjoyed by pilgrims
Mountain Movers are named for third quarter
UNC Health Appalachian chooses three Mountain Movers among their staff for the third quarter.
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Choosing the Right Healthcare Professional: MD, DO, PA, NP
Take a glance at the ID badges on the scrubs of our staff, and you’ll spot a variety of credentials: MD, DO, PA, NP. Choosing a healthcare professional involves Read More: Choosing the Right Healthcare Professional: MD, DO, PA, NP
Grays recognized for role in Patient Emergency Fund
Since 2010, the Lifetime Achievement Award has been presented to individuals in recognition of exceptional insight and leadership in support of the Foundation’s efforts in “Making Life Better” for people of the High Country.
This year, the Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to Michael and Mary Bost Gray of Blowing Rock, NC.
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Tailgate parties pose unusual food-borne illnesses
Appalachian State and other college fans are crowding the streets. It’s also the season when fans converge on parking lots in National Football League cities around the country to engage ina happy rit… Read More: Tailgate parties pose unusual food-borne illnesses
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a crucial time dedicated to raising awareness about one of the most common cancers affecting men worldwide. Prostate cancer often develops without early symptoms, making regular screenings and education vital for early detection and successful treatment. Click here to download and print the Read More: September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Cancer Center and Watauga Medical Center accredited by Commission on Cancer
Watauga Medical Center announced recently that it has earned accreditation from the Commission on Cancer (CoC), a quality program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Read More: Cancer Center and Watauga Medical Center accredited by Commission on Cancer
The Healthy Magic of Mushrooms
An ingredient in witches’ brew, a home for the forest’s “tiny people”, a comfortable seat for lounging leprechauns, mushrooms… Read More: The Healthy Magic of Mushrooms
Caffeine: How it impacts your health and wellbeing
We know that 9 in 10 people across the U.S. incorporate caffeine into their daily routine–whether that be through coffee, tea, energy drinks, supplements… Read More: Caffeine: How it impacts your health and wellbeing