South Central to Host Second “Your Health Explained” Community Health Education Seminar Series

South Central Regional Medical Center is pleased to host its second “Your Health Explained” session, a community health education seminar series designed to provide valuable health information and resources to area residents. The second seminar in this series will be held from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thursday,Oct. 15, 2026, at South Central Place, located at 2260 MS-15, Laurel, MS 39440.

The name of the  session is “Care Beyond the Stay,” which will explain the appropriate medical services intended to help patients recover and build independence after a hospital stay. During this first seminar, attendees will hear from two separate speakers.

SCRMC’s Director of ComfortCare Home Health & Hospice, Dean Nickens, LMSW, will discuss the differences between Home Health and Hospice, specific services provided with each type of care and the stigmas associated with end-of-life care. Jones County Rest Home Administrator, Stephanie Dyess, LNHA, BSN, will share how SCRMC’s skilled nursing facility can help patients recover after a medical event or give individuals with a range of medical needs a place to receive long-term, around-the-clock training and therapy.

Attendees will gain a better understanding of the resources available to them and learn which care options may be most appropriate for varying levels of patient needs. The seminar will also include time for questions and group discussion.

These seminars will continue to occur throughout the year, covering other topics, such as:

• “Medicare + You: Medicare vs Medicare Advantage” – Thursday, Oct. 22 and Nov. 12.

SCRMC is proud to provide the community with an opportunity to hear directly from experts in their respective fields and gain practical information that can positively affect their health. The seminar is free and open to the public. To register for this event or for questions, call 601-399-0501.