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El Dorado, AR -- Medical Center of South Arkansas (MCSA) named Ross A. Korkmas as Chief Operating Officer. Korkmas most recently served as Assistant Chief Executive Officer and Facility Compliance Officer at MCSA and has been in hospital administrat
El Dorado, AR - Measles, a highly contagious virus, is making a comeback with cases reported in north Arkansas and Memphis, TN according to Arkansas Department of Health reports. “Six measles cases have been reported as close as Memphis. Our communi
El Dorado, AR - Medical Center of South Arkansas (MCSA) received the distinction of earning Chest Pain Accreditation from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC). This is the third consecutive chest pain center accreditation for MCSA, acco
By Ross Korkmas—Chief Operating Officer Medical Center of South Arkansas EL DORADO – In addition to the celebration of Father’s Day, June has always been a month for dads and men in general – think barbecues, Bermuda shorts and dad in the yard tryin
by Dr. Pamela Schonefeld Golf tournaments and water sports are irresistible this time of year in south Arkansas. Don’t miss the fun but do take some time to think about the temperature when planning your day. Ironically, the first sign of dangerous
El Dorado, AR 3/5/2016 : Edward M. Evans, M.D. FACC, FSCAI, interventional cardiologist with the Heart & Vascular Institute, will be the guest speaker for the Go Red for Men and Women Luncheon on March 9, 2016. The luncheon, held at the College
What is influenza? Influenza, or the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness. Serious cases can result in hospitalization or death. What is a flu shot? Just like other vaccinations, t
According to BreastCancer.org , 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. For women in the U.S., breast cancer is the second leading cause of death, second only to lung cancer. Detecting breast cancer in its early stages o
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Medical Center of South Arkansas Moves to the Forefront of Elder Care January 17th – Medical Center of South Arkansas announces it has received designation as a NICHE Hospital . The NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) designation i
(HealthDay News) -- Exercise can provide older breast cancer survivors with lasting benefits that keep their bones strong and help prevent fractures, a new study suggests. Breast cancer treatment is associated with the loss of bone density and lean
(HealthDay News) -- Winter can be a difficult time for people with allergies, but they can take steps to reduce their exposure to indoor triggers such as mold spores and dust mites, experts say. "During the winter, families spend more time indoors,
(HealthDay News) -- Shoveling snow can increase your risk of heart attack, and you should take precautions to protect yourself, an expert says. "When the temperature outside drops, our blood vessels narrow to prevent our bodies from losing heat," Dr
(HealthDay News) -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the first device aimed at easing the pain of migraines preceded by aura -- sensory disturbances that occur just before an attack. About a third of migraine sufferers experience a
Dealing with an illness or injury is hard enough without adding the hassle of trying to understand your healthcare options. That is why our new site is reorganized to provide patients with what they need – when they need it. Our new site is packed w
(HealthDay News) -- In the future, better care for heart patients may be just a text message away. So says a new study that found patients recovering from heart attack took more of their medicines on time when they received regular text messages rem
When you think of strength training, your first thought may be of a bodybuilder laboring to lift heavy weights. It need not be so extreme, though. Everyone can reap the health benefits of muscle strengthening. Unfortunately, too few Americans are mi
El Dorado, AR - The state of Arkansas has approved construction on a $3 million emergency department renovation (ED) on the campus of Medical Center of South Arkansas. The new 8,100 square feet ED will include a beautiful space that is also de
(HealthDay News) -- Strep throat is a bacterial infection that causes a severe sore throat, which can make swallowing and eating quite painful. The Nemours Foundation suggests how to soothe the pain of strep throat in children: Offer fluids such as
They creep into your home, seeping through cracks, drifting through drywall. Odorless, colorless, and tasteless, carbon monoxide (CO) and radon are two toxic gases that can seriously harm you — without your knowing it. Fortunately, you can protect y
What might diabetes, high blood pressure, and arthritis have in common? You. According to a recent government study, more Americans are dealing with two or more chronic health conditions. Doubling up on disease In the journal Preventing Chronic Dise
Hepatitis C has a knack for making headlines. Celebrities such as Steven Tyler, Pamela Anderson, and Natalie Cole have publically shared that they have the virus. Its latest reason for renown: Health experts are now recommending that all baby boomer
Vaccines are small shots of big importance. They've helped knock down serious diseases, such as chickenpox, whooping cough, and measles. Unfortunately, a recent government report shows too few adults are rolling up their sleeves for the vaccines the
We live in a hectic world. The constant demands of technology and life's many responsibilities can become overwhelming. Looking for a much-needed reprieve? Visit Mother Nature. Ongoing research suggests that the natural world may benefit your brain.
Life can certainly be hectic. So much so, that many of us can't seem to fit in exercise. As a result, we're missing out on some valuable health benefits, such as a stronger heart. Fortunately, recent research suggests simply moving more every day ma
Mom's chicken soup, cheese tamales, bread pudding - we all have our favorite foods. Unfortunately, what we like to eat isn't always good for our bodies. Consider colorectal cancer. Certain risk factors for the disease, such as being older than age 5
You probably wouldn't consider a fresh spinach salad bad for your health. After all, spinach is packed with nutrients like fiber and potassium. But a recent government report found that such leafy green vegetables are the most common culprits of foo
Heart disease trumps all other diseases, including cancer, as the number one cause of death for American women. Partly, that's because women may suffer from less recognized heart attack symptoms. The condition may also affect a woman's body differen
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