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Hospice is big decision

Coping with terminal illness can be challenging, even for those people with immense support systems behind them. At some point in one’s care plan, it may be recommended to transition from actively treating or trying to cure a condition to making the person more comfortable. This is when hospice steps in.

Nurse Practitioner Angela Bailey

Nurse Practitioner Angela Bailey gets her blood drawn by phlebotomist Loni Calico at the Blakeburn Clinic at 800 Frisco Ave

Descendants of the Charlie and Mella Graft family held their annual reunion on July 15 hosted by the Warren Graft family. It was held at Lucille’s Restaurant in Clinton.

Despite all the potential hazards around a house – from electrical issues to fire hazards to carbon monoxide – the National Home Security Alliance says that falls are the leading cause of death due to home accidents.

Bacteria are present all around us, and people and these microorganisms often live together without incident. In fact, there are many bacteria that are helpful to the body. However, there are times when bacteria can be problematic and pose serious health risks.

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