Behavioral Health Services in Alcorn County

Who is Magnolia Behavioral Health?

Magnolia Behavioral Health is a 19 bed inpatient adult and senior psychiatric unit located on the 3rd Floor North at Magnolia Regional Health Center, consisting of 10 geropsych beds and 9 adult beds. Our program offers acute stabilization, treatment and referral services, including voluntary and involuntary admissions. Our unit treats adults and seniors with a range of psychiatric illnesses in an inpatient treatment setting. Our service offers the people of Northeast Mississippi accessible, quality patient care- the core of the hospital’s mission. Our behavioral health unit will primarily focus on disorders including depression, psychosis, anxiety and chronic mental illnesses. Therapies include psychotherapy, educational groups, activity groups and family education. After discharge, a weekly aftercare group is provided. The center is not able to treat those persons with acute medical or surgical issues. Patients can be accepted by referral or referred for an assessment by an Emergency Room provider. At Magnolia Behavioral Health, patient confidentiality is stressed and carefully protected by the Magnolia Behavioral Health staff. Admissions and referrals to Magnolia Behavioral Health are accepted 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Confidential consultations are available at no charge by calling (662) 293-4280 or (800) 366-1245.

Expert staff include

Board Certified Psychiatrists
On-site Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners
Licensed Social Workers
Registered Nurses
Mental Health Technicians
Activity Therapist
Registered Dietitians
Physical and Occupational Therapy

Senior Behavioral Care

Magnolia Behavioral Health – Senior Care is a 10 bed geriatric psychiatric treatment program accepting voluntary and involuntary patients. Our mission is to help our patients and their families identify and maintain their highest level of functioning achievable. Our Senior Care program offers an acute treatment program designed to address a wide range of geriatric psychiatric disorders that require hospitalization. This highly specialized program provides acute care to geriatric patients exhibiting psychiatric symptoms. Our geropsych team is skilled at completing comprehensive assessments and intervening in highly complex cases involving psychiatric, functional and psychosocial issues.

Who are our patients?

Recent attempted suicide (within 72 hours)
Suicidal ideation
Risk of violence or dangerous assaultive behavior or other acutely uncontrolled behavior as a result of a psychiatric disorder
Self-mutilatioin behavior as a result of a psychiatric disorder
Acuse onset of exacerbation of hallucinations, delusions, and illusions that magnitude and severity of which threaten the patient’s or family’s well-being
Failed outpatient therapy
Manic state admitted for appropriate inpatient treatment
Evidence of symptoms and/or behavior or verbalizations reflecting significant risk or potential danger (or actual demonstrated danger) to self, others, or property. Must be documented a minimum of everyday
Severely impaired social, family, educational, vocational, or developmental functioning or severely disordered behavior. Acute onset of inability to cope with stressful situations

What patients are we unable to accept?

Patient is bedridden, therefore unable to participate in psychiatric milieu
The patient requires assistance from a mechanical ventilator
The patient requires IV fluids or medications (other than occasional antibiotics) or who require constant tube feedings, has central IV lines, PICC lines, or has external A-V shunt
Patient has a known, active, communicable disease which might be easily spread in a communal living environment
Patient is a moderate-to-severe developmental or physical delay, unable to understand and/or participate in an adult milieu
Recent post-operative patients who still have drains, unstable vital signs, or abnormal lab values which could pose a risk to the patient in a non-medical setting.
Patient with proven diagnosis of dementia, with no acute behavioral change or no known psychiatric disorder, and no expectation for positive response to treatment

Frequently Asked Questions

If you or a family member/friend are admitted to Magnolia Behavioral Health, you may have a few questions. Please take a minute and review the following questions/answers: How long will I be a patient on the Inpatient Mental Health Unit? Length of stay depends on many things, including the treatment plan that is designed especially for you. Your doctor and treatment team will discuss this with you in the first few days. Can I have a private room? Private rooms and semi-private rooms are available Can I make telephone calls? There are 2 patient phones on the unit where patients may make and receive telephone calls during scheduled phone times. Telephones are turned off during group and bed times. What activities will I be required /asked to participate in? Daily activities include group therapy, social activities, a daily meeting with your doctor and staff member. Can I smoke while I am on the unit? No. MRHC is a tobacco free facility, but nicotine gum and/or patches can be ordered by the physician. Contact Us

Immunizations and Vaccines

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Pediatric Immunizations in Corinth, MS

There are a number of vaccinations that the Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommends for newborns and young children. All of these immunizations are administered by your child’s pediatrician in order to protect the child from preventable illnesses like polio, measles, and more.

Stay proactive and aware of which vaccinations your little ones will need throughout their lifetime by calling to schedule a one-on-one consultation with your pediatrician.

Hepatitis B

The Hepatitis B vaccine is typically administered immediately after birth to protect individuals from all three forms of Hepatitis B, which are each a serious type of liver infection that can lead to permanent scarring.

Rotavirus

Rotavirus is a highly contagious illness that leads to over 215,000 deaths annually, primarily in young children. Adults can also be affected by rotavirus, though they are less likely to experience severe complications.

Haemophilus Influenzae Type B

Haemophilus influenzae is a bacteria that can lead to many kinds of serious infections throughout the body, including those in the bloodstream and spinal fluid. This invasive disease commonly results in emergency intervention at a hospital facility, and can result in death if it progresses beyond the point of treatment.

Inactivated Poliovirus

The inactivated poliovirus is an immunization used to eradicate polio, which is a viral disease that can be easily spread from one person to another, causing paralysis and even death. Inactivated poliovirus is usually injected when the child is approximately 2 months old, but can also be administered via an oral version to achieve the same protective effect.

Measles, Mumps, Rubella

This particular vaccine helps to protect young children from a combination of preventable diseases; measles, mumps, and rubella. The MMR vaccine is often a requirement at educational institutions, meaning that students must receive necessary doses before they will be allowed to enroll in classes.

Hepatitis A

Like hepatitis B, hepatitis A is an infectious disease that affects liver function. The primary difference between these two types of hepatitis is that hepatitis B is typically spread through blood-to-blood contact while hepatitis A is most often encountered due to consumption of contaminated food or water.

Diphtheria, Tetanus, & Acellular Pertussis

Another combined immunization, the diphtheria, tetanus, & acellular pertussis (DTap) vaccination is able to protect individuals from all three diseases stated in its name. DTap is specially designed to be given to children under the age of 7. For individuals age 11 and up, there is another common vaccination called Tdap may be used to treat tetanus, diphtheria, and acellular pertussis. The Tdap vaccine may also be administered as a booster for a previous DTap injection.

Both diphtheria and acellular pertussis can lead to severe infection and complications of a patient’s respiratory system, making it difficult for them to breathe. Tetanus causes the muscles of the jaw to tighten uncontrollably and lock into place, resulting in the inability to open one’s mouth of even swallow.

Meningococcal & Meningococcal B

Meningococcal meningitis is a rare yet serious bacterial infection that can be difficult to treat once contracted. Many of those who survive this infection will suffer permanent disabilities like deafness, brain damage, and assorted neurological problems. All of these unfortunate outcomes can be avoided using the meningococcal vaccine to prevent both types of meningococcal disease.

Human Papillomavirus

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI). This disease consists of three different types, some of which can lead to cancer if not properly prevented, diagnosed, or treated. It is recommended that individuals age 11 to 12 receive the two doses of the HPV vaccine in order to drastically reduce their risk for developing cancer. Persons over the age of 12 are still eligible for this vaccine.

Varicella

Many parents are aware of a condition called chickenpox, which is medically known as varicella. For years it was assumed that all individuals would encounter and contract this highly contagious infection at some point in their lifetime, but with the help of vaccinations it is entirely possible to avoid getting the chickenpox.

This vaccine has been proven effective in 98 percent of people, and has significantly reduced the severity of symptoms associated with chickenpox for the remaining percentage of people who were not totally immune to the disease.

Influenza

Another common condition, the flu can affect anyone but is particularly dangerous for young children, pregnant women, and adults over the age of 65. While receiving a seasonal flu shot will not guarantee immunization from every strain of the flu, it will protect you against common strains like influenza A and influenza B.

The Importance of Immunizations

All of the diseases mentioned above can cause serious side effects, which may even result in death. Make sure to protect yourself and your kids by referring to our immunization schedule to know which vaccinations you need and when you need them.

If you notice that you or your child has lapsed in a particular immunization, or would like more information on these various diseases and preventative measures, please contact Magnolia Regional Health Center today to schedule a consultation with one of our specialists. New patients may contact our office in Corinth by calling (662) 293-1000.

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