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Speech Issues After a Traumatic Brain Injury

With speech after traumatic brain injuries, it is important to be aware of the symptoms as well as treatment options. Lisa Yanak,...

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Last month, @dr.amelia.wiggins performed the first of many NAVIO Robotics-assisted knee replacement surgeries at Mercy Clermont Hospital. Dr. Wiggins and her team continue to use cutting-edge technology to improve their patients' outcomes and reduce recovery time. A big thank you to the whole team for this milestone!

Imagine not being able to tell which pedal your foot was on while driving. That was the case for Danny, a patient at Mercy Heath. Danny knew something had to change. He visited Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital and received a CT scan. The results revealed just how much damage had been done over the years.
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He was then sent to Dr. Jonathan Couch at Mercy Health – Paducah Neurosurgery. Danny underwent a C4 corpectomy to remove parts of his vertebrae in order to decompress his spinal cord and nerve endings. Danny remembers he almost immediately felt relief.
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Four weeks later, he was walking without a cane or walker and began driving again. Undergoing surgery like this can seem like a big decision but it can be a truly life-changing experience.

You know what they say about an apple a day... it’ll sure help you get enough fiber, potassium and vitamin C! Simply add them to your favorite dishes like oatmeal, sandwiches and salads for a healthy boost of fall flavor. #AppleSeason #HealthyEating

Art has the power to enhance a person’s sense of well-being and help in the healing process. As we prepare to open our new Mercy Health – Dayton Springfield Emergency Center on Oct. 1, we’ll display pictures captured by those in our community.
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Selecting winners was a tough decision, as we had many talented people who submitted photos. It just goes to show how much we care for where we live, so a huge thank you to all who participated! Without further ado, congrats to the first place winners of our #ScenicSpringfield photo contest! Your photos will help bring so many smiles and joy to those during their stay. Check out the first place photos in the categories of architecture, heritage, life stages, nature, and patriotic.

Our hearts can race when we’re excited or nervous, but if that fluttering in your chest occurs when you’re completely relaxed, it could be a sign of Atrial Fibrillation (AFib).
Frequent fatigue, dizziness or lightheadedness could be signs of an irregular heartbeat. See your Mercy Health doctor to make sure your heart is healthy.

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