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Guest View: The state of mental health care
For many years, there has been a strong national movement to serve children and families in their ... Read more
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Uncompensated care numbers make state hospitals vulnerable
STARKVILLE – While the national debate over Republican efforts to “repeal and replace” the Affordable Care Act continues, ... Read more
Business
New Meridian business to provide senior care at home
A new Meridian business hopes to care for the elderly at home, providing transportation services and home care ... Read more
Local News
Anderson, Rush make Meridian a hub for healthcare
In a city of approximately 40,000 residents, Meridian has two major healthcare systems, Anderson Regional Health System and ... Read more
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Health care for retired Texas teachers in critical condition
AUSTIN — About 260,000 retired Texas teachers rely on a health insurance system that is partly state funded, ... Read more
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Why you should be discussing your values, needs with your doctor
Politicians and policymakers are discussing what parts of the Affordable Care Act to change and what to keep. ... Read more
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LIFE-SAVING WORK New neonatal ambulance improves care at UMMC
As a registered nurse, Morgan Strickland of Meridian knew having medical transport available was important. But when her ... Read more
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Revived plan broadens reach of dental hygienists
ATLANTA – Lawmakers will revisit a controversial plan to let dental hygienists work in nursing homes, schools and ... Read more
Business
Skinner supports patients as clinical health coach
Longtime registered nurse Vickie Skinner, who began her career at Riley Hospital in 1979, continues to take on ... Read more
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Veterans’ health care: doctors outside the VA need to know more about the veterans they treat
Each year the military discharges over 240,000 veterans to reintegrate into civilian society. It’s a professional transition, but it’s also ... Read more