The Do's and Don'ts of Antibiotic Use

6 facts about antibiotic use

Antibiotics aren't needed to cure most common seasonal illnesses, and the overuse and misuse of these medications can cause serious side effects. Learn more about proper antibiotic use.

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Diabetic Foot Ulcers and Wound Management

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Foot ulcerations are one of the most common complications affecting patients with diabetes mellitus. One in four diabetic individuals will develop a lower extremity ulceration, most commonly in the mid to later stages of life.

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Answers About Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG)

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Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is a type of surgery that improves blood flow to the heart. Surgeons use CABG to treat people who have severe coronary heart disease (CHD).

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What Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?

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As many as 1 in 5 American adults has signs and symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, but fewer than 20% of those with symptoms seek medical help.

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Five Reasons to Have Your Hearing Tested

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Having our hearing evaluated is something that is not done as part of routine physicals. It has been recommended that our hearing be evaluated once a decade until 50 years of age and then every 3 years.

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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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