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JACKSON, Miss. – When she was a teenager, every day after school she would rush home to catch the next thrilling chapter of "Days of Our Lives."
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As a unit secretary, Nechole Sullivan fills multiple roles in preparing nursing staff for patient care in the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU).

The multiple hands on deck caring for patients in UMMC’s Medical Intensive Care Unit are often aided by an equally capable unit secretary in the Medical Intensive Care Unit who knows a bit about being a patient herself.
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Pictured is the Holmes Community College Ridgeland Campus Practical Nursing Class of 2024 with their instructors. Pictured are (front row, left to right) PN Instructor Dr. Lakesia Sutton, Hannah Alexus Rigby, Jessica Quarles, Sara Kathryn Self, Cortlyn Norris Bardwell, Shae Kelly, Alicia Goldman, Alexandria Cyrus, PN Instructor Heather Roberts, (back row, left to right) Nikeya Rogers, Megan Brittany Middleton, Kavondra McCauley, Anastasia Kelly, Destiny Janae Malone, I'Leyah Janae Green and PN Instructor Caley Stogner.

The Holmes Community College Ridgeland Campus held a Pinning Ceremony for the Practical Nursing Class of 2024 on June 27 at Broadmoor Baptist Church in Madison.
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Outgoing Mississippi Bar President Jenny Tyler Baker of Biloxi passes the gavel to Meade W. Mitchell.

Meade W. Mitchell of Ridgeland was installed as the 119th President of The Mississippi Bar on July 12 at the Bar’s Annual Business Session. The Mississippi Bar is composed of nearly 9,000 active members who are licensed to practice law in Mississippi.
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UMMC Colony Park South will house several ambulatory clinics, beginning in 2025. UMMC will lease about 65,000 square feet in the three-story building across the street from UMMC Colony Park North, currently under construction.

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is leasing brand-new medical office space directly across from the future ambulatory surgical center on Colony Park Boulevard in Ridgeland. 
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Dr. Colleen Powers

Magnolia Dermatology & Aesthetics, Mississippi’s premier dermatology and aesthetics group, is excited to welcome Colleen Powers, M.D. to their Jackson clinic. 
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5 Things to Know About Medicare Open Enrollment
(Family Features) Medicare Open Enrollment, which runs from Oct. 15-Dec. 7 each year, is the one time you can review, compare and make changes to your Medicare health and prescription drug plans for the next year.
Medicare Open Enrollment Runs Through Dec. 7
(Family Features) If you're enrolled in Medicare, it's important to remember Medicare Open Enrollment runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7 each year.
Lower Your COPD Risk at Any Age
(Family Features) No matter how old you are, you can take action to prevent certain lung conditions, like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD.
4 Tips to Keep Cold and Flu Season at Bay
(Family Features) It doesn't take much for cold and flu symptoms to take over. Even a mild case of the sniffles can make it difficult to navigate the demands of everyday life.
Responding to work emails after hours contributes to burnout, hostility
Image it’s Friday evening. You’re about to watch a new Netflix drama, trying to unwind after a long week. Suddenly, your phone pings with a work email marked “urgent.” Your heart sinks; your …
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Robotic surgery is evolving. Here's what that means for patients.
With recent advances in AI, Medical Technology Schools analyzed news reports and academic research to explore the evolving world of robotic surgeries.
How Women Can Break the Cycle of Spiraling Before Bedtime
(Family Features) Sleep is a priority for holistic health, but many women aren't getting enough of it. Regain control of your sleep with these tips.
Innovative Treatment Potentially Spares Kidneys in Adult Patients with Low-Grade Upper Tract Urothelial Cancer
(BPT) - Kathy was only in her sixties when she was diagnosed with low-grade upper tract urothelial cancer (LG-UTUC). It came as a complete surprise given she was young, exercised every day, ate …
Saving Lives: How New Approaches to Mental Health Are Revolutionizing Suicide Prevention
(BPT) - Suicide remains a critical issue, particularly among young people, but new approaches in mental health support are making a significant impact. Dr. Jessica Chaudhary, a board-certified …
Preparing for eating, traveling and socializing during the holidays
(BPT) - The holiday season is a joyful but sometimes challenging time, especially for people living with diabetes who may be watching their sugar intake. Between treat-filled parties and meals and …

Prepare Yourself for Cooler Weather

(Family Features) Despite the old adage that "you'll catch your death of cold," the cold itself doesn't cause illness. More accurately, the cold is more hospitable to viruses, making it easier for them to spread.

Keep Cold and Flu Season at Bay

(Family Features) It doesn't take much for cold and flu symptoms to take over. Even a mild case of the sniffles can make it difficult to navigate the demands of everyday life.
Living with CIDP and Pathways to Innovative Treatment
(BPT) - "At first I was kind of like, what is that? What is CIDP? I've never heard of that. But then, the relief set in more than confusion … because at least there was a name to what I …
The Impact of Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC): A Rare Autoimmune Disease
(BPT) - Imagine waking up every day feeling utterly exhausted, no matter how much sleep you get. Now, add an unbearable itch that just won't go away, dry eyes and mouth, and stomach pain. This is the …
Navigating Mental Illness and Tardive Dyskinesia: One Woman’s Story of Resilience
(BPT) - This article was sponsored and developed by Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. Allison was compensated by Neurocrine Biosciences to share her story.The first week of October is recognized as Mental …
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Nonprofit's Commitment to Research and Support
(BPT) - September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Every 36 minutes, a child in the United States is diagnosed with cancer, making it the leading cause of death by disease for children in the …
Black, Asian, and Hispanic children are less often diagnosed with ADHD
Black and white children are more likely to receive ADHD diagnoses than Asian and Hispanic children. ADHD Advisor used CDC data to understand why.
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People combating cancer can get an assist from their dental professional.
Oral Health And Cancer: A Guide On Prevention And Management
(NAPSI)—Cancer. It’s   a word no one wants to hear, but every one should be prepared for. Individuals getting cancer treatment must make many lifestyle changes. People battling cancer and …
What You Don't Know Can Hurt: 3 facts about updated COVID-19 vaccines
(Family Features) Respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, are common during the fall and winter months. That's why now is a good time to take care of yourself and your loved ones.
Protecting Your Lung Health at Any Age
(Family Features) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a serious lung condition that makes breathing difficult. Whether you're a younger adult, middle-aged or over 60, you can take steps to protect your lungs or manage your COPD to feel better, be more active and breathe easier.
Proactive health management plays a huge role in helping people age happily and healthily.
What You Should Know About Healthy Aging
by Heidi Schwarzwald, MD   (NAPSI)—Seniors, caregivers and their families and support systems should prioritize certain steps to promote healthy aging—many of which can happen from the …
Follow these expert tips to have a safe, happy and healthy Halloween and fall season with pets.
Veterinarian-Approved Tips for Transitioning Pets to Fall Routines
by Dr. Whitney Miller   (NAPSI)—With fall in full swing, pets and pet parents face new routines, shorter days and busier schedules, especially with Halloween around the corner. While …
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Fact or Fiction: Debunking Top Myths About Erectile Dysfunction

(BPT) - Sponsored by Boston ScientificErectile dysfunction (ED) can be frustrating and confusing for both a man and his partner. ED, or the inability to achieve or maintain an erection that is firm …

One Woman’s Journey with Vision Loss and What You Need to Know

(BPT) - Mary, a devoted mother, grandmother and educator, gradually found herself struggling to distinguish contrasting colors, a subtle but unsettling change that impacted her daily routine. While …

Hannah Corbin shares her journey with Hashimoto’s disease

(BPT) - Hear from Peloton instructor, Hannah Corbin, as she opens up about the challenges and triumphs she experienced on her journey to receiving a Hashimoto’s disease diagnosis. If …

Living Boldly with Glioma: Jennifer’s Story of Resilience

(BPT) - One woman shares her story of hope living with a rare and aggressive brain cancer.Jennifer’s* story begins in a small town in Alabama where she was born into a loving family. From a …

3 ways expressing gratitude can make you happier and healthier

(BPT) - At a time when even the most optimistic of us can’t help but get stuck on the negative, science tells us that tapping into our sense of gratitude is a shortcut to feeling more grounded. …

The Importance of Managing Bad Cholesterol: What You Should Know

(BPT) - Sponsored by Novartis Pharmaceuticals CorporationDid you know that in the US, nearly half of all adults have some type of cardiovascular disease (CVD), also referred to as known heart …

Parents: What you need to know about meningitis

(BPT) - College student Jamie Schanbaum was studying at the University of Texas at Austin, just 19 years old, when she was rushed to the hospital with severe symptoms that seemed related to asthma or …

Empowering women with affordable wellness solutions for total well-being

(BPT) - When we talk about women’s wellness, physical, mental and emotional health often take center stage, but there’s another key aspect that’s just as important: sexual wellness. …

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Myths vs. Facts about a Leading Cancer

(BPT) - Sponsored by Boston ScientificProstate cancer is the second most common cancer found in men in the U.S., with about 1 in 8 men getting diagnosed in their lifetime. The risk of prostate cancer …

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