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Gadsden, Ala. (December 19, 2023) – Gadsden Regional Medical Center has named Mark Dooley, FACHE, as chief executive officer (CEO), effective January 29, 2024. Dooley has more than 30 years of healthcare experience, most recently serving as CEO of Dupont Hospital, a 131-bed facility, and as network executive overseeing physician recruitment and marketing and community relations for Lutheran Health Network in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In these roles and throughout his career, he has led initiatives to grow se... ... Read More

Gadsden, AL, December 14, 2023 – If it seems like more people are getting sick each day – it’s not your imagination. Diagnoses of flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are on the rise across the U.S with the CDC trackers showing flu activity to be 5,753 patients with laboratory-confirmed influenza being admitted to a hospital during week 48 here in Alabama and more people visiting the emergency department or needing hospitalizations for treatment of severe symptoms. If you are one of those... ... Read More

Gadsden, AL – According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Despite being preventable and treatable, many individuals still die from this disease due to a lack of awareness about preventive care. Gadsden Regional Medical Center is committed to promoting early detection and prevention of colon cancer through regular colonoscopy screenings because, when detected early, the survival rate for colon cancer is approximatel... ... Read More

Gadsden, AL, November 2, 2023 – The ER team at Gadsden Regional Medical Center is better prepared for pediatric emergencies after recent hands-on training sessions from Children’s Hospital of Alabama. Children’s Hospital’s COACHES Team utilized simulations for pediatric emergencies ranging from trauma to life-threatening medical issues to better prepare Gadsden Regional’s emergency room staff. “We focus on preparedness for all types of situations, and we were fortunate to have the team from Children’s H... ... Read More

Check your deductible status and FSA balance to see if there’s money to be saved or used Most consumers pay significant premiums for their health insurance, but not everyone takes full advantage of the benefits of insurance coverage, especially once the annual deductible has been reached. Using your health plan benefits for medical visits, screenings and procedures is the best way to support your overall health. And, as the current plan year comes to an end, right now may be the best time to address any... ... Read More

Gadsden, AL – To protect yourself and those you love when respiratory viruses are circulating this fall and winter, getting vaccinated against both the flu and COVID-19 will be important. Individuals who are age 60 or older may also need to get vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). These three viral, respiratory illnesses are active this year and hospital admissions for COVID are already starting to increase around the country. Here in Etowah County, Gadsden Regional Medical Center has a... ... Read More

Gadsden, AL – The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force now recommends women who are at average risk for breast cancer get screening mammograms every two years starting at age 40. The recommendation is in response to the increase in breast cancer diagnoses in younger women and high mortality rates in Black women. Women with strong family histories of breast cancer, African Americans and those of Ashkenazi Jewish descent should have a risk assessment at age 30 to see if a screening mammogram is needed befo... ... Read More

Gadsden, AL – Summertime brings sunshine, more hours outside and an increased risk of bug bites and stings. Insects like mosquitoes, ticks, bees and spiders are often harmless, but sometimes their bites and stings can spread disease or cause dangerous allergic reactions and infections. An insect bite releases saliva and stings release venom that can cause skin to become red, swollen and itchy. When symptoms last longer than a few days, or they become worse, medical intervention may be required. “If you ... ... Read More

Gadsden, AL – Temperatures across the United States are rising and so are incidents of heat exhaustion. In fact, between 2016 and 2021, the number of patients diagnosed with heat exhaustion between the months of May and September rose by 53%. Heat exhaustion is the body’s response to an excessive loss of water and salt. Symptoms include dizziness, headache, nausea and muscle cramps and the condition is more likely to affect the elderly, those with high blood pressure and people who work in a hot environ... ... Read More

Gadsden, AL, April 6, 2023 – The skilled and compassionate hands of physicians, nurses and other team members of Gadsden Regional Medical Center support the health and well-being of patients who turn to us for expert care. We are here, whenever needed. Beyond providing clinical care, Gadsden Regional Medical Center is a cornerstone of our community and a major contributor to the economic health of the Etowah County area as a major employer and tax-payer and through our resources to expand and enhance th... ... Read More