Dr. Hope Whitsitt Welcomes New Patients at Faith Community Health System Hope Whitsitt, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, is one of Faith Community Health System’s newest healthcare practitioners, but if you take a look at her photo, you may very well already know her. Dr. Whitsitt...
School, sleep routines, access to nutritious foods and good old fashioned play time are vital to a child’s wellness and development. Know what else is extremely important? Well-checks, also known as well-child visits, are essential for children's health. ...
As a young boy, Curtis Merritt, DO, did ride-alongs with his mother – a nurse who visited patients in their homes. “I watched her work and noticed she always found a way to make her patients smile, to bring some joy into their lives as she cared for them,” he said. “I...
Turning 65 brings a big decision: Should you go with Traditional Medicare or Medicare Advantage? If you are already a Medicare Advantage recipient and you are frustrated with lengthy prior authorization waiting periods and getting necessary care turned down leaving...
We are sure you’ve heard the old saying, “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” Unfortunately, when it comes to selecting a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan over a traditional Medicare plan, this cliche might as well be the headline. From everything you’ve...
Fireworks are a beloved tradition in our community; they bring family and friends out to celebrate the pride we have in our Red, White and Blue. But, it’s important to know that when we gather together to shout out our “”oohs” and “aahs,” we have to keep our eyes on...
Snakes are a significant concern in the summertime. The rural landscape provides a natural habitat for various snake species, including venomous ones like rattlesnakes, copperheads and cottonmouths. If you have lived in these parts for a long time, you know all about...
This Saturday, June 8, 2024, is Family Health & Fitness Day, according to the National Recreation & Park Association. While there are so many reasons families should do everything to spend time together having fun, learning and creating memories, Family Health...
Faith Celebrates Hospital Week with a Passion for Patients Hospital Week is a time to recognize and celebrate the incredible dedication and hard work of healthcare professionals. From doctors and nurses to support staff and administrators, every member of the hospital...
Nurses Week is an annual celebration dedicated to honoring and recognizing the invaluable contributions of nurses to healthcare and society as a whole. This week-long event typically takes place from May 6-12, ending on the birthday of Florence Nightingale, the...