Men’s Health Matters     In South Mississippi, it is not uncommon to hear a parent tell their young son who has just suffered a minor injury to “rub some dirt in it.” This phrase, which is intended to encourage mental and physical toughness, may, however, subconsciously teach young men to ignore their pain and subsequently […]

South Central General Surgery is here to help patients with a variety of surgical needs, whether emergent or planned.   “One of the benefits of having a surgery close to home is that patients can really get diverse care here at the hospital as well. We strive to provide the best quality care that we […]

Understanding Prostate Cancer: What Every Man Should Know By: Sandeep Singh, MD    What is prostate cancer? Prostate cancer starts in a small gland called the prostate. This gland is part of the male body and helps make the fluid in semen. You can find the prostate just under the bladder. Prostate cancer is one […]

A visit to the emergency room can be a scary and inconvenient experience, but for Jones County resident, Stephanie McDonald, it became routine.   Stephanie is a vibrant and ambitious business owner who refused to let her struggles with Gitelman Syndrome control her life, but the symptoms of this pervasive and heavily misunderstood disease kept her […]

South Central Neurology Relocates to Jefferson Street Location Beginning Monday, June 9, 2025, South Central Neurology will relocate to a recently renovated clinic located at 1420 Jefferson St., Laurel, Mississippi, 39440. This new site is connected to South Central Urgent Care & Family Medicine and features ample parking, large treatment rooms and modern finishes throughout […]

South Central Regional Medical Center Announces Employee of the Quarter South Central Regional Medical Center is pleased to name Dedra Wallace, as the Employee of the Quarter for the first quarter of 2025. Dedra Wallace is a lifetime learner and an encouragement to everyone she encounters, especially in the SCRMC Operating Room, where she has […]

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Survivor Shares Valuable Tools for the Fight Against Skin Cancer May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, making it the perfect time to check in on your skin health. However, diligence in taking proper care of your skin should be routine throughout the year.   This type of diligence has been lifesaving for many people, including a […]

ATV accidents are often fatal. Mississippi makes up less than 0.9% of the country’s overall population. But according to a report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the state accounts for roughly 2.3% of all off-highway vehicle (OHV) deaths in the United States.   OHV deaths, particularly ATV deaths, are particularly common among Mississippi’s […]