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Tue, Oct 22, 2024 at 01:52 AM
Lifelong crimefighter turned chemo volunteer goes home, passes torch to cancer survivor
Glenn Slaughter had an illustrious career filled with adventure and crime fighting. He was a Marine, an FBI agent, part of an FBI SWAT team, a police chief, a Bureau pilot and a private investigator. What do you do in retirement after a life like that?
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411 Headline News – Summer 2024
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411 Headline News – June 2024
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Three Junior Volunteers Earn Auxiliary Scholarships
Teen volunteers working at Marshall North learned that hard work does pay off. The hospital’s Volunteer Auxiliary awarded three scholarships to high school graduates who spent their senior year getting hands-on experience in the medical field.
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411 Headline News – May 2024
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Urologist presents at the GoldCare Lunch 'N Learn to help seniors avoid issues
GoldCare55+ members got a first-hand lesson into what urologists see every day and the impressive advancements in treatments now available to patients.
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Wed, Sep 13, 2023 at 02:17 PM
Marshall Medical Centers Celebrates Inaugural DAISY Award Winners
Marshall Medical Centers is thrilled to announce the recipients of its first-ever DAISY Awards. The DAISY Foundation was founded on the vision that every organization worldwide where nurses practice would want to incorporate DAISY recognition programs into their cultures.
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Seniors fill hospital’s monthly luncheons
More than 100 GoldCare55+ members celebrated the arrival of spring by sharing a meal and learning about keeping their brain healthy, thanks to a program sponsored by Marshall Medical Centers.
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Volunteer Auxiliaries raise money to provide equipment for hospitals
Marshall Medical Centers’ two volunteer Auxiliaries worked hard to fund significant purchases to benefit both hospitals in 2022. Marshall North Auxiliary, in Guntersville, fulfilled a request from the cafeteria to replace four large, bulky food tray carts with smaller stainless steel units that make it easier to transport patient meals and keep food hotter. The carts represent an investment of almost $12,800 by Auxiliary members.
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Marshall Medical Centers Lowers Hiring Age To 17
Marshall Medical Centers has successfully added two 17-year olds to its staff after lowering the hiring age from 18 to 17.
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Marshall Medical OB units promote breastfeeding newborns
Lactation specialists on staff at both hospitals to help new moms
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Youthful volunteers contribute alongside medical professionals during summer
Many new faces – very young ones – were seen working throughout Marshall Medical Centers this summer.
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Fri, Feb 18, 2022 at 02:25 PM
Dialysis now available to hospitalized patients at Marshall Medical Centers
Marshall Medical South’s new dialysis service is answering a need for patients with kidney failure.
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Tue, May 5, 2020 at 10:00 PM
American Heart Association provides free equipment for individual CPR refresher
Thanks to the generosity of the American Heart Association, Marshall Medical employees are able to resume earning required certifications in life support despite a pandemic.
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Thu, Dec 12, 2019 at 06:00 PM
Marshall South staff shows students behind the scenes in a hospital
High schoolers from Arab and Boaz spent a day in the hospital recently, but it wasn’t because they were sick. The 40 students have their sights set on a medical career and they wanted a glimpse of what that would be like.
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Wed, Nov 20, 2019 at 09:00 PM
Students get real world lesson on ups and downs of a medical career
Marshall Tech students planning for a medical career went to Marshall Medical South for a lesson on what’s it’s like to work in a hospital.
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Sat, Aug 10, 2019 at 11:35 AM
Wound Clinic ranks among the nation's best for excellent care
The high level of specialized care available locally for diabetic ulcers and other persistent sores is "kind of a secret."
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Fri, Aug 2, 2019 at 05:30 PM
Project SEARCH going strong at Marshall Medical with 10 new interns
2019-2020 session gets underway to start fifth year for Marshall Medical's participation in career program.
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Tue, Jul 23, 2019 at 02:05 PM
Doctor provides insights and great tips to improve anyone's health
Good nutrition and daily exercise are critical to a good quality of life, according to Dr. Bernice Craze in an informative talk to a GoldCare 55+ lunch group.
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Mon, Jul 15, 2019 at 07:10 PM
Newspaper story features Project SEARCH kick-off luau
The Advertiser-Gleam reported on Project SEARCH interns and program leaders enjoying a fun day by the lake.
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Mon, Jun 24, 2019 at 03:45 PM
"Tick talk" gives hikers good advice for the trail - and elsewhere
GoldCare 55+ hiker got valuable pointers about ticks on their latest trip to the trails of Lake Guntersville State Park.
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Thu, Jun 20, 2019 at 03:00 PM
Marshall Medical CEO stresses importance of Medicaid expansion for Alabama
The Advertiser-Gleam covered Gary Gore's recently talk explaining why it's critical for the Alabama legislature to act to expand healthcare coverage for Alabamians.
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Thu, May 23, 2019 at 07:15 PM
Juul is no jewel according to local pulmonologist
DAR students got the medical perspective on vaping from Dr. Christopher Manganaris, who explained why e-cigarettes are not as harmless as many think.
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Mon, May 20, 2019 at 09:10 PM
Horses, hats and hugs - these ladies made the most of their Kentucky Derby trip
GoldCare trip bonds ladies who share memorable experiences during visit to Bluegrass State.
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Wed, May 8, 2019 at 04:45 PM
Antibiotics and "superbugs" - what you need to know
Doctor explains why it's important to be smart about using antibiotics, and let your physician decide what's best for an illness.
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Wed, May 1, 2019 at 09:00 PM
Marshall Medical team members enjoy Montgomery trip with leadership group
MCLC Montgomery visit offered opportunity for health system employees to network and learn more about state government.
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Sun, Apr 28, 2019 at 09:00 PM
From mystery to history to top of their game
GoldCare 55+ members enjoyed a great Mystery Trip that spanned the decades with adventures old and new.
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Fri, Apr 19, 2019 at 02:50 PM
Colon cancer: What to know and 5 things to ask your doctor
Gastroenterologist Dr. Benjamin Shepard shared a wealth of knowledge and good advice about colorectal cancer with two local groups.
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Mon, Apr 15, 2019 at 04:15 PM
Luncheon spotlights huge contribution by our hard-working volunteers
From running the gift shops to assisting in labs and pharmacies, volunteers play a big role in helping patients and employees.
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Thu, Apr 11, 2019 at 09:15 PM
Student leaders learn from local government leaders
MCYL students got an inside look at what it takes to be leader in the local community.
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Mon, Apr 8, 2019 at 10:25 PM
Marshall South team gets special training in critical care for pediatric patients
COACHES program offered by Children's of Alabama addresses special needs of treating young patients who are critically ill or injured.
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Fri, Mar 15, 2019 at 09:00 PM
SmartStart gives boys and girls a good head start on healthy exercise habits
Douglas Elementary 5th graders had fun and got a good workout thanks to Marshall Medical's SmartStart program.
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Fri, Mar 1, 2019 at 09:00 PM
Student leadership group gets a close look at healthcare career opportunities
From the hospital to hospice, MCYL students learned about a variety of career paths the healthcare arena offers.
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Wed, Feb 27, 2019 at 07:35 PM
Cardiologist explains that common sense is the best medicine for heart health
Dr. Kathleen Evans of Heart Center's Marshall South location spoke to a large group of seniors at a recent GoldCare 55+ Lunch 'N Learn.
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Thu, Feb 7, 2019 at 11:34 PM
What is home health care? It’s whatever you need, where you need it most
GoldCare audience learns that many people rely on home health services, with excellent "5-star" resources available in our area.
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Wed, Jan 30, 2019 at 11:08 PM
Cancer Care Center to offer ostomy support group
People of all ages live perfectly normal lives with ostomies - new support group will address misconceptions and provide helpful strategies.
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Thu, Jan 24, 2019 at 06:35 AM
High schoolers get inside look at rewarding healthcare careers
Health Science students from Marshal Tech School got a good education the many different careers paths available during a visit to Marshall South
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Thu, Jan 3, 2019 at 04:00 PM
December cooking class spices it up - mark your calendar for 2019
Yumbo! Chef Joseph Vance spices up the healthy cooking routine with classic Cajun gumbo.
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Thu, Dec 20, 2018 at 09:45 PM
Local police turn to Marshall Medical for opioid overdose training
Naloxone treatment and training program already saving lives in Marshall County
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Mon, Dec 17, 2018 at 07:00 PM
Project SEARCH success: Four new jobs and one award
Only halfway through the current program, 4 interns already have jobs and the program instructor received Governor's Educator of the Year recognition.
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Mon, Dec 10, 2018 at 04:40 PM
Leadership class gets a lesson in professionalism
MCYL students get pointers from a variety of business and management leaders about discipline, time management and good manners.
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Wed, Dec 5, 2018 at 07:00 PM
5th grade girls get a workout along with a valuable lesson in puberty
SmartStart program provides girls with valuable health information at a critical time of growing up.
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Tue, Nov 20, 2018 at 04:00 AM
MCYL students off to great start for new school year
From tourism to community service, high school juniors learn how leadership leads to opportunities in many different fields.
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Sat, Oct 13, 2018 at 03:00 PM
DAR students learn about IT and health STEM careers for women
Talk by Marshall Medical professionals was part of Ada Lovelace Day, which celebrates the achievements of women in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).
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Thu, Jun 14, 2018 at 05:00 PM
Babysitter's Bootcamp gives sitters a fun education
Marshall Medical-Red Cross partnership teaches kids how to make babysitting fun and safe.
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Thu, May 31, 2018 at 10:10 PM
From Natchez to Nashville — Cycliad rider raising money for Cancer Care Center
Third year for drug rep to cycle for Marshall Medical.
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Sat, May 5, 2018 at 11:23 PM
Students describe their experience at graduation from countywide leadership program
MCYL offered 37 students a look at the opportunities leadership provides in many different professions.
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Sat, Apr 28, 2018 at 03:20 PM
Former banker learned to appreciate importance of local healthcare resources.
Nancy Stewart tells GoldCare 55+ group how her experiences benefitted her, and the whole community.
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Wed, Apr 18, 2018 at 11:45 AM
TherapyPlus South regulars lose to win in statewide competition
Dave Bischoff and Jim Lawley took the challenge and teamed up to collect $1,000 in Scale Back Alabama.
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Mon, Apr 16, 2018 at 12:25 PM
Retired as longest serving physician, Dr. Andy Finlay is now hospital volunteer.
Now he's just "Andy" to everyone he helps and he's enjoying every minute of it.
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Tue, Apr 10, 2018 at 01:35 PM
Hospital employees help students prepare for job interviews
Marshall Technical School program geared toward special needs students.
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Fri, Mar 30, 2018 at 09:25 PM
Fifth graders enjoy a fun lesson in growing up at SmartStart program
Boys and girls learn about the changes they are going through.
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Wed, Mar 28, 2018 at 07:18 PM
Foundation provides special way to honor your favorite physician
March 30 is Doctors’ Day 2018, and a reminder of Marshall County’s dedicated physicians.
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Fri, Mar 23, 2018 at 09:45 PM
Diabetes Management Classes help reduce complications from disease
Living with diabetes is easier when patients take charge of their health with education and healthy habits.
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Wed, Mar 14, 2018 at 08:00 PM
Job Shadowing shines a light on healthcare careers for GHS students.
High school program offers students opportunity to go behind the scenes at Marshall Medical.
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Thu, Mar 8, 2018 at 02:30 AM
Healthy eating is good eating with these fun, delicious dishes from Chef Joe
Heart Healthy Cooking Class entertains while it educates with a fun take on new ingredients.
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Tue, Feb 20, 2018 at 07:35 PM
New clubs motivate seniors to get moving, stay healthier
GoldCare 55+ introduces two fun, new ways to encourage seniors to stay active.
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Tue, Jan 30, 2018 at 11:21 PM
Marshall Medical IT experts help seniors stay safe on the Internet
Seniors learn basic precautions that go a long way toward protecting personal data.
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Mon, Jan 29, 2018 at 11:23 AM
Three new hires set a Project SEARCH record
Unique internship program is a win-win for the employees and Marshall Medical.
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Wed, Jan 10, 2018 at 06:56 PM
Nutrition is vital for cancer survivors – and cancer prevention, too
Marshall Medical dietician provides great tips at L.I.F.E. support group.
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Thu, Dec 28, 2017 at 08:40 PM
SmartStart gives fifth-graders a fun way to learn about puberty
Almost 200 Boaz fifth-graders learned that it's smart - and fun - to learn about the changes they're going through.
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Wed, Dec 13, 2017 at 09:00 PM
Professional etiquette? Students learn life skills in leadership program
From setting a table to social media behavior, local students learn importance of basic life skills.
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Fri, Dec 1, 2017 at 10:34 PM
Cancer patients learn to Look Good, Feel Better after treatments
Support group makes a big difference for local cancer survivors
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Mon, Nov 20, 2017 at 02:35 PM
Low Dose CT Scan for lung cancer detection is saving lives
This simple 15-minute procedure can offer dramatic life-saving benefits.
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Tue, Nov 14, 2017 at 03:20 PM
Germ warfare: Students get lesson in the importance of hand-washing
Students learn the importance of a simple act like hand-washing to maintaining good health.
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Wed, Nov 1, 2017 at 11:00 AM
Project SEARCH expanded with three more rotations added at Marshall Medical
Tech nerd? That's a compliment to one Project SEARCH achiever
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Fri, Oct 20, 2017 at 08:20 PM
Healthy cooking with a taste of New Orleans
Chef Joseph Vance demonstrates how good health and good flavor come together at Marshall Medical's Healthy Cooking class.
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Fri, Oct 13, 2017 at 04:00 PM
Fight with your hands - in the war against drug resistant bacteria
Everyone can fight drug resistant bacteria by using them the right way
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Fri, Sep 8, 2017 at 05:00 AM
Homeschoolers laugh with doctor while learning about heart.
Homeschoolers got a science lesson on the heart from a doctor, but with all the giggles and snickers you would think he was a comedian.
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Wed, Aug 2, 2017 at 05:00 AM
Chef brings New Orleans flair and healthy heart cooking classes to South
Joseph Vance was still a teenager when his enthusiasm for cooking prompted his training manager to point him to a career in food.
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Tue, Jul 18, 2017 at 05:00 AM
Relief from cancer-related exhaustion may come from a walk around the block
As if cancer weren’t bad enough, chemotherapy treatments leave patients with a crippling fatigue.
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Tue, Jun 20, 2017 at 05:00 AM
9 Steps to prepare for an effective visit with your doctor
Do your homework!
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Tue, May 23, 2017 at 05:00 AM
Program teaches job skills that lead to jobs
Project SEARCH students were on top of the world Friday as they officially graduated from the program.
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Fri, Apr 21, 2017 at 05:00 AM
What is rheumatology really?
Not just an "arthritis doctor"
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Wed, Apr 12, 2017 at 05:00 AM
Dogs make great therapists
Not all therapists are the two-legged kind.
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Tue, Jan 24, 2017 at 06:00 AM
Volunteers needed at both hospitals to give exceptional customer service
Marshall Medical North and South each have their own Volunteer Auxiliary whose members can be seen buzzing around the hospitals in their bright pink smocks.
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There’s more to cancer care than chemo—there’s L.I.F.E.
Rita Smith survived cancer, but it wasn’t just medical treatments that saved her.
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Fri, Jan 6, 2017 at 06:00 AM
Student got an early Christmas present – a job
Edwards is the newest employee at Marshall Medical Centers
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Fri, Dec 9, 2016 at 06:00 AM
Students get a big dose of professionalism
From business clothes to proper manners and polished interview skills.
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Tue, Sep 20, 2016 at 05:00 AM
Why do hospitals have foundations?
Many people don’t know that Marshall Medical Centers is a community-owned, not-for-profit hospital system.
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Fri, Aug 19, 2016 at 05:00 AM
Two simple things you can do to fight off depression and dementia
Marshall Medical psychiatrist Rachel Pope schooled senior citizens about depression and dementia, explaining the difference between the two and how to avoid both.
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Wed, Aug 17, 2016 at 05:00 AM
Project Literacy volunteers prepare to help kids master reading
Employees from Marshall Medical Centers and other businesses in Marshall County spent Tuesday training for a volunteer program aimed at improving the literacy rate in local schools.
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Fri, Jun 17, 2016 at 05:00 AM
Hospital helps students become scientists for a day
Marshall Medical Centers helped make scientists out of 20 students attending English Learners Camp this week.
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Tue, Jun 14, 2016 at 05:00 AM
Program for seniors gives freedom to travel without trouble
Frances Foust loves to travel, but she isn’t so crazy about working out all the details required to go on a trip.
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Wed, May 18, 2016 at 05:00 AM
Project SEARCH students celebrate graduation
The graduation of nine Project SEARCH students drew a big celebration at Marshall Medical Centers.
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Thu, Jan 21, 2016 at 06:00 AM
Seniors: Find a fun form of exercise and stick with it
Seniors should find a fun way to get in shape and stick with it so they feel good and are less likely to get injured, according to Marshall Medical’s wellness guru.
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This month celebrate lifesavers who donate blood
In January we honor those who literally give of themselves to save the lives of others. They are blood donors.
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Doctors give MCYL students a peek inside the world of medicine
Juniors from high schools all over Marshall County were treated to a glimpse into a doctor’s world as they toured a local hospital and chatted with physicians.
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Thu, Dec 17, 2015 at 06:00 AM
Looking forward to even better healthcare
As another year approaches its end we tend to reflect on the past and to ponder the future, especially the coming new year.
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Fri, Dec 11, 2015 at 06:00 AM
Students discover career paths thanks to Project SEARCH and Marshall Medical Centers.
Kayla Hodges suddenly has a career path opening up ahead of her. The DAR graduate is well on her way to a job in healthcare rather than having to stay in fast-food work. Her promising future is thanks to Project SEARCH, which links special needs students with employers, such as Marshall Medical Centers.
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Fri, Dec 11, 2015 at 06:00 AM
Youth leadership class learns about professional dress, manners
Marshall County Youth Leadership students practiced their best manners during a formal lunch served at the Guntersville Museum on Wednesday.
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High school students must fight through challenges to become leaders
High schoolers were challenged to walk a high-wire, climb through a giant spider web and to navigate an obstacle course all to test their leadership skills.
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Fri, Sep 11, 2015 at 05:00 AM
Youth Leaderships starts new year, new students
A new crop of future leaders in Marshall County started their training September 9.
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Wed, Jul 29, 2015 at 05:00 AM
Marshall Medical training ground for future doctors
Alabama is in critical condition when it comes to having enough doctors to serve the population.
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See your medical information on Marshall Medical’s Patient Portal
Tony Sorcic is the kind of guy who likes to stay up on the latest things.
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Tue, Mar 3, 2015 at 06:00 AM
New clinic will help in early detection of lung cancer
The opening of a new medical clinic in Marshall County this week offers faster diagnosis of spots that could be early lung cancer.
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