Making Sense of Your Changing Digits—What Is a Hammer Toe?
If one or more of your toes has been changing over time, and you aren’t sure what is happening, it might be something called hammer toe. But what is a hammer toe? What Does a Hammer Toe Look Like? A hammer toe, sometimes referenced as hammertoe, gets its name from the appearance of the affected […]
Bariatric Surgeries: A Team Approach
Losing weight can often feel like a lonely journey. However, when you decide to make a serious lifestyle change, it’s important to have support—like the team of professionals who are with you if you decide bariatric surgery is the right move. Bariatric (weight loss) procedures may take only hours, but recovery takes longer—and you’ll also […]
Is Your Blood Pressure Too Low?
We hear a lot about the dangers of high blood pressure, but is it also possible to have blood pressure too low? In general, low blood pressure is better than high blood pressure, but there are a few exceptions. What to Know About Low Blood Pressure A normal blood pressure reading is less than 120 […]
Are Antibiotics Before Dental Work Really Necessary?
For a long time, people with risk factors for heart conditions were told to take antibiotics before dental work to protect against complications from dental procedures. But is it still necessary to take do so? The answer is a little complex. While taking antibiotics to prevent, rather than treat, an illness (also called prophylactic or […]
Effective Steps for Reversing Prediabetes
If your provider told you that your blood sugar is higher than normal, you might have what’s known as prediabetes. Will you eventually develop diabetes or is reversing prediabetes possible? A prediabetes diagnosis is a red flag that says pay attention, but the good news is that it doesn’t automatically mean you will develop Type […]
Why Anemia in Women Is More Common
Amenia in women is more common than it is in men, both in the U.S. and globally. If you’ve experienced the fatigue, brain fog and other symptoms that accompany this condition, the good news is, you can do something about it. Defining Anemia Anemia occurs when your body doesn’t have enough red blood cells to […]
Can a Special Diet for Arthritis Be Helpful?
You were diagnosed with osteoarthritis in your knees a few years back, but lately the pain has worsened. Is there something you can do to ease the ache? What about a diet for arthritis? The short answer is yes. While your diet in most cases won’t completely ease your discomfort and other arthritis-related symptoms, what […]
Introducing the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System at Magnolia Regional Health System
Magnolia Regional Health Center is proud to offer minimally invasive surgery with the da Vinci Robotic Surgical System. The da Vinci Xi is a minimally invasive, sophisticated robotic surgical system that offers fewer complications, faster recovery, and less pain for patients, by making smaller incisions. At Magnolia Regional Health, we are truly thrilled to be […]
What You Should Know About Heart Strength and Surgery
After years battling osteoarthritis in your knee, you now need a knee replacement. But you also have heart disease. Is your heart strong enough for you to undergo surgery? As part of the preparation for any type of surgical procedure, patients undergo comprehensive pre-surgical testing that helps ensure good overall health and stability prior to […]
Time to Start Taking Prenatal Vitamins?
Prenatal vitamins are vitamins designed to be taken during pregnancy, but they can also be beneficial for women trying to conceive. If you’re thinking about becoming pregnant, it’s a good idea to start preparing your body in advance. Taking steps to become the healthiest version of yourself before conceiving will improve the chances of having […]