When a doctor tells a woman she has breast cancer, her first thought may be “Why me?” But often her second thought is “I will beat this.” And for 2.6 million women who have defeated cancer and are living life to the fullest, they were right. Deaths from breast cancer have decreased every year since... Read More
Danville Regional Medical Center (DRMC) has seen its share of controversy. From the first moment it was sold, it was under a microscope, and wherever fault could be found, it was. Much of the community galvanized against it and public perception plummeted. But the tide has turned. Lifepoint Hospitals, a leading hospital company, made a... Read More
When someone says “you have a big heart,” they usually mean you are a generous and loving person. But, do you give back to yourself? Even the most giving individuals can neglect their own heart. Statistics have shown that our community does not have the best track record when it comes to making good, heart-healthy... Read More
A couple of years ago, a recall of hand sanitizers from hospitals brought Patient Safety Awareness to the forefront of the health care discussion. Improving patient safety practices and significantly decreasing preventable medical errors has long been a goal of hospitals around the country. At Danville Regional Medical Center, Patient Safety Officer Teresa Pruitt is... Read More
There is Hope Cancer. Six letters that can change someone’s life forever. Fortunately, a cancer diagnosis no longer means what it did just a few years ago. Surviving cancer can make you a stronger person. Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. If the spread is... Read More
When Medicine Is No Longer Enough One of the buzzwords in healthcare today is “Compassionate Care”. It’s a catchy phrase that works well in ad copy but, it is also the way many healthcare providers approach their jobs. A prime example of “compassionate care” can be found in the actions of individuals who dedicate their... Read More
An injury or illness can be a life changing event. It can result in a series of medical steps that each have the goal of returning you to the quality of life you had before. Each transition has its own goals and challenges. But, reaching certain milestones helps make the challenging journey rewarding. When people... Read More
Hospice Focus Hospice provides care to the patient and family and focuses on comfort and quality of life. It manages the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of the patient and family. Eligibility Hospice is for patients with life limiting illnesses who are not seeking curative treatment. Services require a physician order and certification of... Read More
According to the American Diabetes Association, 25.8 million children and adults in the United States – a whopping 8.3 percent of the population – have diabetes. Type 2 diabetes, specifically, is increasingly considered a national epidemic – a health crisis that has hit working class and poor communities with a powerful punch. Let’s take a... Read More
