Keep Your Binge-Watching Habit Under Control

Binge Watching

Shorter daylight hours and chilly weather are perfect conditions to binge your favorite show this winter. When you fire up Netflix or your favorite channel, take steps to avoid these common health hazards.

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Don't Delay Colon Cancer Screening

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A colon screening isn’t as bad as you think. It’s not painful and it’s fast. Even invasive testing, like a colonoscopy, may take only 30 minutes. And that’s time well-spent because screening can detect cancer in its early stages. Learn more about screening guidelines and symptoms to watch for.

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What is Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)?

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Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition that develops when the arteries that supply blood to the arms or legs become completely or partially blocked as a result of atherosclerosis. Learn about the side effects, common risk factors and how to manage PAD.

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Brad Davis, Colon Cancer Survivor

Gastroenterologist Patrick Barrett, MD, talks to patient Brad Davis before performing his colonoscopy.

Brad Davis wanted to prove to everyone that getting a colonoscopy is no big deal ... so he invited a film crew to his follow-up screening.

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Benefits of Aquatic Therapy

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Aquatic therapy is treatment and exercises performed in water for relaxation, fitness, physical rehabilitation, and other therapeutic benefits. Therapeutic exercises may include upper extremity, lower extremity, and overall resistance training.

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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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  • CRH Granted Award for Chest Pain Response

    Nov 13, 2025, 10:57 by DeClue, A.
    Facilities that achieve accreditation meet or exceed an array of stringent criteria and have organized a team of doctors, nurses, clinicians, and other administrative staff that earnestly support the efforts leading to better patient education and improved patient outcomes.
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  • Columbus Regional Health Foundation Announces New Location and Open House

    Oct 14, 2025, 11:22 by DeClue, A.
    The Columbus Regional Health Foundation is pleased to announce its recent move to a new location by inviting the public to an open house and celebration.
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  • Men's Health & Wellness Fair Coming to NexusPark

    Sep 23, 2025, 14:49 by Laker, J.
    Join us for a men's health & wellness fair on October 25th, 2025 from 9am to 12pm at NexusPark.
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  • Columbus Regional Health Announces Change in Executive Leadership

    Aug 21, 2025, 10:42 by DeClue, A.
    Columbus Regional Health announced today that Mr. Steve Baker, President and Chief Executive Officer is no longer with the organization, effective immediately. Former Columbus Regional Health President & CEO Jim Bickel has returned from retirement and assumed the role of Interim President & Chief Executive Officer.
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  • CRH Receives Platinum Award for Chest Pain Treatment

    Aug 7, 2025, 11:07 by DeClue, A.
    Hospitals, such as Columbus Regional, that have earned ACC Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI and Resuscitation Accreditation have proven exceptional competency in treating patients with heart attack symptoms and have primary PCI available 24/7 every day of the year.
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