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North Alabama Medical Center and the University of North Alabama Establish NAMC Scholars Program
August 12, 2022
FLORENCE, AL – Officials with the University of North Alabama and North Alabama Medical Center today have signed a learning agreement that establishes the NAMC Scholars Program. In an on-campus ceremony, UNA and North Alabama Medical Center representatives, or NAMC, made the program official. The NAMC Scholars Program will award five...
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Healthy Back-to-School Habits: Preparing for a Successful School Year
July 25, 2022
As summer break comes to an end, there’s a lot to accomplish in preparation for the new school year. The two most important things to do may seem fairly routine, but that doesn’t make them any less of a priority: schedule annual physicals for you and your family and get...
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Summertime Safety: How to Keep Cool and Healthy All Summer Long
June 30, 2022
School’s out and that means one thing: summer is officially here! As the days grow longer and brighter, many of us will be taking full advantage of summer, whether it's enjoying backyard barbeques, lazy days by the pool or even the occasional fireworks display. No matter how you choose to...
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North Alabama Medical Center is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care
June 17, 2022
The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines® - Stroke GOLD PLUS with Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care Florence, AL— North Alabama Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s GoldPlus...
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June is Men's Health Month!
June 9, 2022
By: Zachary Hard, DO It probably comes as no surprise that there are notable differences in the health of men compared to women. But when you take a closer look at the statistics outlining this health disparity, it can be quite alarming. For example, the average lifespan for men is about...
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Did You Brush? The Surprising Link Between Dental Health and Your Heart
February 28, 2022
Thank you for joining us on this 28-day journey of heart health. We hope you’ve found it helpful and that you’ve learned something about your heart that you may not have known before. Remember, heart health isn’t about a crash diet. It’s not about getting up at 5 am to run...
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Heart Disease: An Unwanted Heirloom
February 27, 2022
You’ve got your father’s eyes, your grandmother’s laugh, but what about your uncle’s heart disease? While many inherited traits are good, others – like heart disease – aren’t. It’s important to know how your family’s history with heart disease can affect your own heart health. If you don’t know your family’s...
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Five Surprising Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
February 26, 2022
You probably know that healthy eating and regular physical activity are critically important to maintaining good heart health. But there are a number of other things you can do to give your heart an extra boost that might surprise you. Laugh. Research has pointed to laughter having several benefits for your...
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Minutes Matter: Knowing the Signs Can Save a Life
February 25, 2022
When a heart attack strikes, minutes matter. Those first few minutes following a heart attack are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient in the days to come. According to the National Institutes of Health, about half of those who die from heart attacks will die...
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