Pritikin: Reducing your chances of having a second heart attack

Linda Scheidt exercises in Cardiac Rehab at Columbus Regional Hospital

When Linda Scheidt, 60, had a respiratory infection last winter, she went to her doctor and learned something surprising, not about her breathing, but about her heart.

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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)

CABG heart illustration

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?

Irritable bowel syndrome artist rendering

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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    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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