How to respond when you suspect a heart attack or stroke has taken place: According to an online article from the Cleveland Clinic, “Every year, more than 800,000 people in the U.S. have a heart attack.” In the event of a heart attack or stroke, time is of the essence. Seek medical attention when you […]

According to an article from World Population Review’s website, 55.8% of adults have guns at home, which means that over half, however, adults who embrace their constitutional right to legally own a gun may not always think about where to safely store their firearms. Guns in the home pose a huge risk to everyone, but […]

Laurel, Miss. — Feb. 3, 2025 — Last week, South Central Regional Medical Center received news of the organization’s approval from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) to begin an Internal Medicine (IM) residency program. The inaugural class of ten resident physicians will walk through the doors in July and will commit to […]

According to the Arthritis Foundation, “Arthritis affects 31.3% of the population in Mississippi. That’s 647,000 adults living with doctor-diagnosed arthritis in the state.” This joint issue is fairly treatable with a variety of treatment options including movement modification; OTC pain management medication; injectable medications; arthroscopy surgery and, in some cases, joint replacement. For more information […]

Tips for How to Heat Your Home Safely   With temperatures plummeting into the teens it is important to exercise caution when heating your home. According to the National Fire Protection Association, “Home fires occur more in the winter than in any other season, and heating equipment is involved in one of every six reported […]

As an EMT for EMServ, Eric Dean’s daily job description consists of a variety of responsibilities including emergency response, non-emergency transport and various other tasks. Additionally, Eric is a trained car seat technician, who is trained to secure a car seat according to manufacturer standards. EMServ offers a variety of services to the community beyond […]

New year, new complexion! Start 2025 on the right foot with specialized skin care from South Central Dermatology. During January and February only, get Vita-C Serugel and Retinol 50 for just $122! For more information, call South Central Dermatology at 601-425-4860.

Start the new year off right with 20% off ALL Obagi products and $50 off original Blue Peels! There is no better time to start prioritizing skin care! For more information, call 601-425-7522.

Daniel McCallum, MD, is the newest member of the Sports Medicine and Orthopedic team here at SCRMC. Dr. McCallum has a diverse background, having treated a wide variety of orthopedic issues throughout his 3 decades of practice. He is a Fellow with the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons and he is currently taking new patients. […]

South Central Regional Medical Center Welcomes Joshua M. Holifield, DO Laurel, Miss. — Jan. 3, 2024 — Joshua M. Holifield, DO, recently joined the South Central General Surgery team in January, where he will perform a multitude of surgical services. Dr. Holifield is a Laurel native who is excited to serve the area he calls […]