What Causes Bed Sores and How Can They Be Prevented?

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Bed sores are pressure ulcers and are some of the most commonly encountered medical conditions in patients requiring long-term care. Up to 2.5 million pressure ulcers are treated each year in the US alone.

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Are You At Risk For Congestive Heart Failure?

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Congestive heart failure happens when the heart cannot pump enough blood and oxygen to support other organs in your body. Congestive heart failure is a serious condition, but it does not mean that the heart has stopped beating.

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Scale Addiction

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Our society is obsessed with the scale and numbers in general, and we put entirely too much focus on a number.

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Car Seats and Carriers: No Substitute for Crib

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New parents know babies can fall asleep almost anywhere. But that doesn’t mean babies should sleep anywhere. Contrary to popular belief, car seats, carriers and other sitting or carrying devices are not meant to be used as alternative sleeping environments.

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Six Tips to Help You Restart Your Exercise Habit

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How do you get back to an exercise routine after an extended time off? These helpful pointers can help you get back on track after time away.

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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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