Following a stage three cancer diagnosis, Gwen Magee underwent chemotherapy and seven weeks of radiation. While the treatment rid her body of cancer, the radiation left a wound that needed healing. Mrs. Magee spent eight weeks at South Central Wound Care, receiving hyperbaric oxygen chamber therapy. Hear her testimonial. For more information, call South Central […]

Radiation therapy is an important tool in the treatment of cancer, but unfortunately, it can have a negative effect on some of the healthy tissue surrounding the cancerous tumor. Call South Central Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine at (601) 426-4739 so that wound care specialist can help you determine if you need wound therapy.

Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a respiratory illness that appears most frequently in winter and early spring. The flu is extremely contagious and most often spreads from person to person through coughing or sneezing. Certain groups of people are more susceptible to the flu and should be vaccinated. The flu vaccine is available […]

Every two minutes, an American is sexually assaulted. Help is available right here at South Central Regional Medical Center. For more information, call South Central Behavioral Health Services at (601) 426-9614.

The 9th annual South Central Classic 5K was held on Saturday, September 20th at Gardiner Park in Downtown Laurel. This 5K was to raise awareness and funds for the American Heart Association. Sponsors for the South Central Classic included: Holifield Pest Management, Jones County Junior College, Sanderson Farms, Miles Pool Supply, Headrick Signs, Bancorp South and Community […]

Preventing an ACL Injury is Key When Playing Sports Tear or rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) has become a serious problem for today’s athletes. The ACL is responsible for providing stability in the knee to prevent anterior translation of the tibia during pivoting activities. Those athletes that have suffered an ACL injury are […]

Sexual abuse is unwanted sexual activity, with perpetrators using force, making a threat, or taking advantage of victims unable to give consent. If you suspect that you or someone you know is being sexually abused, you should report it immediately. For more information, call South Central Behavioral Health Services at (601) 426-9614.

Early Detection is the Key to Breast Cancer Survival Women who undergo routine mammograms at South Central Regional Medical Center now have access to the latest diagnostic and comfort technology available. The Breast Care Center at South Central Regional Medical Center provides women with a digital mammogram along with Soft Touch MammoPad®, a breast cushion […]

Ellisville OB-GYN Clinic offers the full spectrum of obstetric and gynecological services, including a wide range of contraception options. The caregivers at Ellisville also help young women with menstrual cycles and abdominal pain, as well as more mature women who are ready to conceive or are having infertility issues. For more information or to schedule […]

Are you sleepy during the day? Do you snore at night? Have you woken up gasping for air? You may have a condition called Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Apnea simply means without breath. People with untreated sleep apnea stop breathing repeatedly during their sleep, sometimes hundreds of times during the night and often for as much […]