January 2, 2018
The holidays may be over and all the presents unwrapped, but that doesn’t mean the giving has to end. Donating blood can save lives and help keep the spirit of giving going into the New Year.
January 2, 2018
Ask anyone what their New Year’s resolution is and chances are they’ll mention a determination to eat healthier. While many of us may consider a renewed focus on healthy eating as a way to make up for the rich indulgences of the holiday season or as a pathway to fit more comfortably into that favorite pair of jeans, healthy eating comes with even greater rewards. It can reduce our risk of illnesses like heart disease, diabetes and cancer; and it can help boost our energy, sharpen our memories and stabilize our mood, leading to a noticeable improvement in our overall health.
December 11, 2017
RUTHERFORDTON – There are few holiday activities more fun than buying toys for the children we love. Watching their faces light up is even better and makes us feel a bit like kids again ourselves.
December 6, 2017
Rutherfordton – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) has announced the addition of Brian Pienkos, MD, an orthopedic surgeon, to its medical staff and Rutherford Orthopaedics. He began work December 4.
October 27, 2017
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) has announced it will soon feature 3D mammography at The Mammography Place, which is adjacent to the medical center and operated by the health system. The announcement was made as part of the “RRHS Goes Pink” event on October 26 that it holds each year in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
October 11, 2017
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) and the Town of Rutherfordton have jointly announced that RRHS, the county’s second largest employer, is embarking on a recycling effort that will have significant environmental and financial impacts on the community.
October 10, 2017
A healthy lifestyle and early detection are a great first line of defense in the fight against breast cancer
October 5, 2017
Rutherfordton, NC – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC) are reminding their patients and customers that they can still depend on the health system for their in-network healthcare needs. While Mission Health in Asheville no longer accepts Blue Cross NC insurance, their decision has no impact on the services delivered at Rutherford Regional Health System.
October 4, 2017
If you’re 40 or over, you need to begin asking questions about breast health, screening mammography and what’s available to you here locally.
October 3, 2017
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) recently held its 19th annual asthma camp for kids age 6-12 – called Camp Wheezknot – at South Mountain Christian Camp for nearly local 20 campers. Funding was provided by RHI Legacy Foundation so there was no cost for participants.
September 13, 2017
July 31, 2017
Rutherford Regional was proud to honor Dr. Bobby England on July 28 for 53 years of providing sports physicals to Rutherford County student-athletes.
July 7, 2017
Summer. School’s out, and so is the sun. With the days at their longest and brightest, many of us are taking advantage of the season, soaking up vitamin D and spending as much time in the fresh summer air as we can – whether that means planning a vacation to the beach, getting out on the water, organizing pick-up games in the park or embarking on early evening walks with the family.
July 3, 2017
Rutherford Regional welcomed Dr. Paul Mosca of Duke University Health System on June 29 and 30 to share important information about the Duke LifePoint Score Card, which explains measures that drive performance.
June 21, 2017
RUTHERFORDTON – Becker's Hospital Review released its 2017 list of rising stars in healthcare under the age of 40 and Rebecca Segal, chief executive officer of Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS), was among those recognized. Segal was named to lead RRHS in January 2017.
June 21, 2017
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) has begun offering a low-dose CT lung cancer screening through its Radiology Department. Recent studies show that low-dose CT lung cancer screening can lower your risk of dying from lung cancer.
June 19, 2017
Summer. School’s out, and so is the sun. With the days at their longest and brightest, many of us are taking advantage of the season, soaking up vitamin D and spending as much time in the fresh summer air as we can – whether that means planning a vacation to the beach, getting out on the water, organizing pick-up games in the park or embarking on early evening walks with the family.
May 18, 2017
Rutherfordton – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) announced on Thursday, May 18, that Jessica Hill of the hospital’s Pharmacy Department has been recognized as the hospital’s 2017 Mercy Award winner. Hill is one of over 70 other individuals across LifePoint Health to receive this award.
May 9, 2017
RUTHERFORDTON – As part of its National Hospital Week festivities, Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) on Monday, May 8, unveiled its new Mission, Vision, High 5 Guiding Principles, and Duke LifePoint Promise to the public.
May 1, 2017
Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) has relocated its walk-in services from Walmart in Forest City to Forest City Family Care at 212 Allendale Drive in Forest City (behind Tri-City Mall). Hours of operation and scope of services will remain unchanged for walk-in patients. Hours are 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Saturdays.
April 17, 2017
Carolina Home Care announced in April that it has joined a larger network of home care service agencies across the nation. This new partnership will allow its team to enhance and expand their services to better meet the needs of people throughout Rutherford and surrounding counties.
March 29, 2017
Rutherford Regional Health System proudly celebrates Doctors Day 2017 by recognizing our doctors for all the amazing roles they play each and every day. Our doctors are the face of caring in our community. On behalf of the staff, administration and nurses, Rutherford Regional thanks our doctors for the commitments they make and the lives they touch.
March 6, 2017
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancers are the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States and the second leading cause of cancer death in men and women in the U.S. While more than 130,000 new cases of colon and rectal cancers are expected to be diagnosed in 2016, the overall incidence and death rates associated with this disease have been on the decline for more than a decade. Effective screening in the form of colonoscopies is the primary driver of these declines, which is why it is recommended that all men and women begin routine testing at the age of 50.
March 1, 2017
Food can mean a number of things to us. It can be a source of delight, a means to gather friends and loved ones around a common table, even an instrument of comfort at the end of a long day. But most importantly, food is fuel. The bonds between good food and good health are strong, and it’s crucial to fuel our body with the proper nutrients to stay healthy.
February 27, 2017
Thank you for joining us on a 28 Day journey of your heart health. We hope you’ve found the articles helpful, and hope that some of you have learned something you may not have known before.
February 27, 2017
You got your father’s eyes, your grandmother’s laugh, but what about your uncle’s heart disease? While some inherited traits are good, others, like heart disease, aren’t so good. And it’s important to know that your risk of heart disease is strongly linked to your family history.
February 24, 2017
Often we hear about all the things that are bad for our hearts – smoking, diets high in fat, low levels of physical activity. Likewise, we often discuss the things that improve or protect your heart health – exercising regularly, eating well, decreasing stress, and seeking preventive healthcare.
February 24, 2017
When a heart attack strikes, every minute matters. In fact, the first few minutes are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient. According to the National Institutes of Health, of the people who die from heart attacks, about half will die within an hour of their first symptoms.
February 24, 2017
Things change the older you get. How you took care of yourself in your 20s might be very different from today. That said, it’s important to understand what you should keep in mind the older you get.
February 23, 2017
Volunteers for the American Heart Association are celebrating American Heart Month by knitting and crocheting red hats for all newborns at Rutherford Regional Medical Center. Rutherford Regional is participating in the Association’s Little Hats, Big Hearts program, which raises awareness of heart disease, the number one killer of Americans, and congenital heart defects, the most common type of birth defect in the country.
February 23, 2017
Got kids? Then you have a whole list of reasons to get up and get moving!
February 22, 2017
Sometimes, being bad feels so good. When dinner ends, you can’t help but want a few scoops of ice cream from the freezer. While it’s important to treat yourself from time to time, you want to keep the decadent desserts as a special treat, rather than an every night thing.
February 21, 2017
There is perhaps nothing more important for the health of your mind and body than consistently getting a good night’s sleep. This is the only time the body gets to truly slow down and relax, and you owe it to yourself and get a good night’s sleep every night.
February 20, 2017
Taking an active role in your preventative health can be the key to preventing heart disease and managing your risk factors. One of the best preventative measures is an annual heart health check-up. Even if you don’t have a heart condition, it’s crucial to schedule and keep annual exam appointments with your primary care doctor. These annual check-ups provide a baseline of your health and help compare against future visits.
February 17, 2017
Your heart is one hard-working muscle. It’s a fascinating, giant pump that is working second minute of every day. With it working so hard for you, maybe knowing a little more about your heart will inspire you to work a little harder to keep it healthier.
February 17, 2017
Our priority is making communities healthier. One way we do this is by providing educational opportunities and information that empowers people. Understanding the risk factors, signs and symptoms of certain illnesses and conditions, like heart disease, can have a serious impact on the likelihood of a positive outcome and a strong recovery.
February 16, 2017
Every New Year, and it’s the same promise to ourselves. Lose weight. Eat Healthier. Exercise. And even though most of us will fail to follow through on this resolution (just 8%, according to one finding, achieve their New Year’s Resolution), that failure is not because we don’t want to be healthier. More often, life just gets in the way.
February 15, 2017
After a long day at work, it’s easy to go home, kick off your shoes, and grab the remote. While this may help you unwind, it’s not doing any favors for your heart. In fact, if you’re like most Americans, it’s complicating an already sedentary lifestyle and increasing your risk of a number of health problems, including heart disease.
February 15, 2017
You’re sitting at your desk, and it’s getting close to lunchtime. You’ve got your brown bag lunch in the office fridge but aren’t particularly excited about it. Maybe it’s two day old meatloaf or turkey on a couple pieces of bread. When your co-workers stop by to say they’re headed out to the new burger place, you can’t resist. Eating out is not only tough on your wallet, it can be tougher on your heart.
February 14, 2017
You wake up early, start making breakfast and lunches so you can get the kids fed, dressed and to school on time. Follow that with eight, or more, hours at the office, sandwiched between hour-long commutes through jammed highways and interstates. Then you make a beeline home to get the kids to baseball practice and gymnastics, working on homework in the car. Once you finally make it home, there’s still dinner to be made, dishes to be cleaned and baths to be taken.
February 13, 2017
Taking an active role in your health can help you get the best care possible. One step in taking charge of your health is talking to your doctor about medications you are taking, the favorable results of that medication and any potential side effects.
February 10, 2017
When it comes to keeping your heart healthy, sometimes laughter is the best medicine. Not only is it free of charge, research shows that laughing can actually strengthen your immune system, boost your energy, alleviate pain and protect you from the damaging effects of stress.
February 10, 2017
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death for men in the U.S. One in four men will die from heart disease. We want to change that statistic, and one way we can start to do so is by educating the community on the warning signs of heart disease so we can catch it early.
February 10, 2017
When it comes to heart health, you might hear your doctor talk about your “numbers”. What are they talking about? While the heart is a complex organ with a lot of moving parts, there are a few numbers that are particularly important when gauging your heart health.
February 8, 2017
If there’s one thing that most Americans have in common, it’s that we live sedentary lifestyles. From commuting to work and spending hours behind a computer, to watching TV or surfing the internet after work, health experts have long warned that we simply sit too much.
February 8, 2017
If you’re an egg lover, you may scoff at eating just the whites. After all, the yolk is the most delicious part. If you’re open to a change, utilizing just the whites of the egg every now and then can have benefits for your heart, particularly if cholesterol is a concern.
February 7, 2017
Manage blood pressure. Control cholesterol. Reduce blood sugar. Get active. Eat better. Lose weight. Stop Smoking. There’s a reason the most talked about ways to improve your heart health also comprise the American Heart Associations’ (AHA) “Simple 7”, a list of seven lifestyle strategies that can help people lower their risk of heart disease. They work!
February 7, 2017
RUTHERFORDTON, NC – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) has announced “limited visitation” will continue at the hospital because rates of influenza-like illness remain above the two percent mark in our region.
February 6, 2017
Taking an active role in your health can help you ensure a long and healthy life. One step in taking charge of your health is knowing your heart health, particularly three key numbers: 1. Blood pressure 2. Cholesterol levels 3. Waist size
February 3, 2017
When it comes to eating heart healthy, it starts at home. But how do you know what to stock in your pantry and fridge to help make everyday meals at home more heart healthy? We want to help.
February 3, 2017
The number one killer of men and women in the U.S., you may think that gender doesn’t matter when it comes to heart disease. But it does. According to the American Heart Association, in the past 30 years, more women than men have died each year from heart disease. This could in part be due to the less obvious signs and symptoms women sometimes experience and the fact that only one in five women believe that heart disease is their greatest health threat.
February 3, 2017
We’ve all seen the movie where a heart attack occurs. A character is walking along when suddenly they grab their chest, wincing with pain. Immediately they tell the other characters, “Call 911! I’m having a heart attack!”
February 2, 2017
Did you know that by exercising as few as 30 minutes per day, you can improve your heart health and quality of life? And it doesn’t have to be hardcore, rigorous physical activity – the kind that leaves you drenched in sweat and sore for days. It can be simple, easy-to-incorporate activities like walking your dog, tossing a ball with your child, or dancing with friends.
February 1, 2017
Welcome (and a recipe) Welcome to 28 Days of Heart Health. Each day this month, we’ll be posting a new article covering healthy recipes, common symptoms and warning signs, exercises you can do at home and much more. The next 28 days are all about you and your cardiovascular health.
January 16, 2017
Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. And seasonal obstacles like busy holiday schedules, blood drives canceled due to inclement winter weather, and illnesses like the flu sidelining potential donors can hamper efforts to maintain a healthy blood supply. That’s why, since 1970, January has been designated as National Blood Donor Month – a month dedicated to shining a spotlight on the generosity of those who give their blood to save the lives of others, while also raising awareness of the continued need for donations
December 15, 2016
Rutherfordton, NC (Dec. 15, 2016) – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS), a Duke LifePoint Healthcare facility, announced today that Rebecca Segal has been named chief executive officer (CEO) of the hospital, effective January 16, 2017. Segal brings more than 15 years of healthcare experience to the region, most recently serving as chief operating officer (COO) of LifePoint Health’s Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, Ky.
December 13, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON, NC – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) has announced “limited visitation” at the hospital because rates of influenza-like illness have risen above the two percent mark in our region.
December 12, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) announced this week it has received Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC), the accrediting arm of the American College of Cardiology.
December 6, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON – Few things are more fun than buying toys for the children we love during the holidays, and often, shopping for our little ones brings us as much joy as it does them. But before you plunge into toy-buying this holiday season, Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) urges you to keep safety top-of-mind and consider the following facts and shopping tips before you spend.
December 6, 2016
Rutherfordton – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) has been recognized by the March of Dimes for its work to give babies a healthier start in life. RRHS earned the recognition after successfully reducing the number of elective inductions and cesarean deliveries performed before 39 completed weeks of pregnancy to less than one percent (1%). This is a tremendous accomplishment, and one that will give more babies the right start in life, the March of Dimes says.
November 14, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON – The RHI Legacy Auxiliary held its annual meeting and celebrated its 51st Anniversary on November 9, 2016, at the Rutherfordton Clubhouse.
October 26, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) is helping individuals enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace, which opens November 1 and runs through January 31. Certified counselors are on site at the hospital and RRHS will hold a public event on November 1 to assist those looking for their best option through the Marketplace.
October 26, 2016
Rutherfordton, N.C. (October 25, 2016): The R-S Central and Chase High School Cheerleaders, along with supporters, raised $1,564 for Breast Cancer Awareness Month at the teams’ “Pink Out” fundraiser on Monday, October 12. Held during the schools’ rivalry football game, funds raised included $500 collected by the Rutherfordton Fire and Police Department from sales of breast cancer awareness patches and t-shirts.
October 17, 2016
RUTHERFORDON – The Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons has granted three-year accreditation to the cancer program at Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS). To earn CoC accreditation, a cancer program must meet 34 CoC quality care standards, be evaluated every three years through a survey process, and maintain levels of excellence in the delivery of comprehensive patient-centered care.
October 13, 2016
In 2016, more than 246,000 American women will develop invasive breast cancer – that’s one in eight women. They will become part of more than 2.8 million people who are living with a history of breast cancer, whether that means they are currently in treatment or have completed treatment. While breast cancer incidence rates have been declining since the year 2000, those numbers remain too high. At Rutherford Regional, we are taking a stand against breast cancer. We want all of the women in our communities – our mothers, daughters, sisters, aunts, grandmothers and friends – to know their risk, to recognize the signs and symptoms, and to understand the importance of self-checks and early detection.
September 20, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON – Across the U.S., nearly 30 percent of children are overweight or obese – that’s one in every three kids. As part of our commitment to making communities healthier, Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) is proud to support National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, an initiative aimed at decreasing obesity rates among the nation’s youth.
September 6, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) is proud to announce the certification of its CardioPulmonary Rehabilitation Program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR). RRHS was recognized for its commitment to improving the quality of life by enhancing standards of care.
August 24, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON, NC – The dog days of summer are coming to a close, and that means it’s time to get ready for the hustle and bustle of another school year – trading in Saturday afternoons at the pool for homework, ballgames and that seemingly never-ending to-do list around the house. As we countdown to the start of the new school year, Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) wants to offer five quick tips to help keep your family healthy and happy.
August 17, 2016
Rutherfordton – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) has announced the addition of Joshua Edgerton, MD, a general surgeon, to its medical staff and Rutherford Surgical Associates. He began work August 15.
July 5, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON – The summer season is in full swing, and that means camps, outdoor workouts and athletic practices, trips to parks or local waterways, and dozens of other fun outdoor activities for you and your family. It also means you need to watch out for one of Mother Nature’s most dangerous elements: heat.
May 16, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON – Todd Gilliam, RN, in May became Rutherford Regional Health System’s first recipient of the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses. Begun in 1999, the Daisy Award program has given awards to nurses from over 2,000 hospitals in all 50 states and 15 foreign countries.
April 21, 2016
Rutherfordton – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) which is part of LifePoint Health, recently announced that Paula Scoggin has been recognized as the hospital’s 2016 Mercy Award winner. Scoggin is one of roughly 70 other individuals across LifePoint Health, a leading healthcare company that employs more than 46,000 individuals, to receive this award.
April 8, 2016
For more than a decade the month of April has been about saving and healing lives. Each year Rutherford Regional Health System and LifeShare join the rest of the country in sharing the lifesaving message of donation and transplantation. The goal of National Donate Life Month is to make LIFE possible by educating and motivating the public to register their decision to be organ, eye, and tissue donors.
April 4, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON – April flowers are bringing pollen, ragweed and a slew of other sniffle-inducing allergens this Spring. Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) is committed to making communities healthier, and helping residents manage springtime allergies.
March 25, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON, NC – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) administrators, infection prevention staff and safety officials have announced “limited visitation” at the hospital because rates of influenza-like illness have risen above the two percent mark statewide.
March 10, 2016
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancers are the third most commonly diagnosed cancer in the United States and the second leading cause of cancer death in men and women in the U.S.
February 2, 2016
RUTHERFORDTON – February is American Heart Month and Rutherford Regional Heath System (RRHS) reminds the community that when a heart attack strikes, every minute matters. In fact, the first few minutes are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient. According to the National Institutes of Health, of the people who die from heart attacks, about half will die within an hour of their first symptoms.
December 21, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – With just a few weeks left to select a comprehensive and affordable health insurance plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace, now is the time to shop and compare. The Marketplace closes for the year on January 31.
December 16, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – The prestigious American Diabetes Association Education Recognition Certificate for a quality diabetes self-management education program was recently awarded to the Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) “Living with Diabetes” program.
December 11, 2015
As part of its ongoing commitment to monitor the patient experience at RRHS, patient care departments within the medical center receive feedback from patient surveys that show which unit scored highest in patient satisfaction and which unit showed the most improvement.
December 10, 2015
Most people are aware that chest pain can be a symptom of a heart attack. But a variety of other problems can be the original or primary symptoms for these patients.
November 12, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) is helping individuals enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace, which opened November 1 and runs through January 31. Certified counselors are on site at the hospital and RRHS will hold a public event on November 19 to assist those looking for their best option through the Marketplace.
November 3, 2015
Thursday, October 15, was the end of an era for Rutherford Regional Health System and the RHI Auxiliary.
October 29, 2015
Rutherfordton, N.C. (October 29, 2015) – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) announced today that veteran health care executive Bob Singletary will serve as interim chief executive officer (CEO), while a search is underway to fill the top leadership post on a more permanent basis. Singletary, whose appointment is effective immediately, replaces former CEO Cindy Buck who resigned earlier this month.
October 7, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) will host its “Healthy Generations Expo” on Saturday, October 17, in its OneSource Rehabilitation facility in Forest City, which is beside Belk at the Tri-City Mall. The event is free, open to the public of all ages and will be held from 7:30 a.m. until 11 a.m.
October 5, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON (October 2, 1015) – Cindy Buck this week announced her decision to step down as CEO of Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) for personal reasons, according to Jeff Seraphine, Eastern Group President of LifePoint Health. Her last day will be October 24, 2015.
September 30, 2015
As part of its ongoing commitment to monitor the patient experience at RRHS, patient care departments within the medical center receive feedback from patient surveys that show which unit scored highest in patient satisfaction and which unit showed the most improvement.
September 8, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) will showcase The Birth Place in its medical center with an Open House on Saturday, September 12, from 9 a.m. until noon. The event also will feature a Baby Fair that will provide resources for expecting and new parents.
September 3, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) recently welcomed two new key leaders to its organization. John Bostwick has assumed the duties of Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Jason Carney takes over as director of the RRHS Emergency Department.
June 18, 2015
Traditionally, Rutherford Regional adjusts its operations in the Breakaway Café and other non-patient care area services based on seasonal volumes.
June 15, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) has learned from other hospitals of a phone scam that targets hospital patients who receive phone calls from an “866” area code requesting personal information to update the hospital’s records.
May 11, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) recognizes National Hospital Week May 10-16, an annual commemoration that celebrates the people, organizations and technologies that make trustworthy, reliable healthcare available in communities nationwide. A healthcare tradition since 1921, National Hospital Week commends the contributions that hospital physicians, nurses, staff, and administrators make in big cities, small towns and rural regions across the United States each day.
May 4, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Every year, National Nurses Week focuses attention on the diverse ways America's 3.1 million registered nurses work to save lives and to improve the health of millions of individuals.
May 4, 2015
CARY, NC — The North Carolina Hospital Association honored nine exemplary hospital trustees with its Trustee Service Awards on April 25 during NCHA’s Annual Trustee Institute in Charlotte.
April 9, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) is asking the community to help it call attention to National Donate Life Month being celebrated in April.
April 7, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) will hold an open house for The Birth Place within its medical center from 10 a.m. until noon on Saturday, April 11. It is a drop-in event and no appointment is necessary.
March 27, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) is proud to express its gratitude to its physicians on National Doctors Day, officially celebrated on March 30. Doctors Day formally allows RRHS to recognize the hard work and dedication that physicians demonstrate in the hospital and in the community each day.
March 26, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) proudly participates each March in Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. However, caregivers and providers encourage the community to be aware of the signs and dangers of colorectal cancer all year long.
March 16, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) has announced a number of new initiatives focused on patient safety and quality. Under the guidance of Duke LifePoint (DLP), with whom RRHS affiliated in 2014, the new measures follow a “deep dive” assessment of patient care at RRHS conducted by DLP in the fall.
February 27, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Recent news reports linking certain surgical equipment to the “superbug” bacteria Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) has prompted Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) to announce that it does not utilize the duodenoscopes associated with those infections.
February 5, 2015
The deadline is here! Open enrollment for affordable health insurance ends February 15.
January 20, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – The Cancer Program at Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) has announced all of its cancer patient navigators now are fully certified.
January 16, 2015
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System in December named Pam Harrison as its new Chief Nursing Officer.
December 30, 2014
RUTHERFORDTON – Cindy Buck, president and chief executive officer of Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS), has been named one of “130 Women Hospital and Health System Leaders To Know” by Becker's Hospital Review of Chicago, IL.
December 26, 2014
RUTHERFORDTON – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) announced that Luke Person, MD, was recently named the winner of the Stewart L. Mooring Award, the highest award given to a member of the RRHS medical staff. The award was presented at the RRHS December Medical Staff Conference.
December 5, 2014
RUTHERFORDTON, NC – Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) administrators, infection prevention staff and safety officials have announced “limited visitation” at the hospital because rates of influenza-like illness have risen above the two percent mark statewide.
October 5, 2014
On Saturday, September 27th the Rutherford Hospital School of Nursing (RHSN) class of 1964 held its 50th class reunion at Rutherford Regional Medical Center. Of the 15 classmates who graduated, 11 were in attendance for the day’s events.
September 6, 2014
Cindy Buck, president and chief executive officer of Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS), has been named one of “130 Women Hospital and Health System Leaders To Know” by Becker's Hospital Review of Chicago, IL.
August 15, 2014
The Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) Pharmacy recently donated 27 full backpacks to the Rutherford County School System.
August 5, 2014
Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) held a Mammography Day for Rutherford County School employees on August 4, 2014. A block of appointments were set aside specifically as an effort to accommodate the schedules of educators and staff.
June 3, 2014
The Rutherford Regional Health System Board of Trustees and Duke LifePoint Healthcare have finalized the transaction to jointly own and operate Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS). The newly formed joint venture will strengthen RRHS for the future and give the system new resources to enhance the health care services offered in Rutherford, Polk and Cleveland Counties.
January 10, 2014
Rutherford Regional Health System (RRHS) announced this week the addition of Diego F. Pabon, MD, as a general surgeon with Rutherford Surgical Associates and a member of the RRHS medical staff.