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- JANUARY 31, 2025
February Is American Heart Month
February is associated with hearts largely because of Valentine's Day, but it is also designated as American Heart Month, a time dedicated to educating men and women about cardiovascular health and promoting heart-healthy lifestyles. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming more than 600,000 lives every year. Understanding the
- JANUARY 20, 2025
Mettu Children’s Hospital at PMC Welcomes Pediatric Gastroenterologist
Pikeville Medical Center (PMC) is pleased to announce the addition of Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Samir Softic, MD, who recently joined the pediatric medical staff at the Mettu Children’s Hospital. In recent years, Pikeville Medical Center has celebrated many accomplishments in pediatric medicine, as PMC has diligently and passionately worked to increase services for this population. On

- JANUARY 10, 2025
PMC Foundation Receives Distraction Therapy Go Karts for Mettu Children’s Hospital
The PMC Foundation is thrilled to announce the arrival of “GO Karts” (Gamers Outreach Karts) at Mettu Children’s Hospital at Pikeville Medical Center (PMC). This generous donation from the Gamers Outreach Foundation was made possible through the support of the KFC Foundation (Kentucky Fried Wishes). GO Karts are portable, medical-grade gaming systems designed to provide
- JANUARY 7, 2025
Staying Healthy During the Winter
During the winter months, staying healthy can present a unique set of challenges that differ from what is seen during warmer weather. During snow and ice events, there is an increased risk of several types of injuries and health concerns such as sprains, strains and fractures caused by falls on ice, heart-related issues brought about

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