NMHS Blog
Explore our blog for expert health education from NMHS providers and inspiring stories from NMHS patients.
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Patient Stories
Our patients are connecting with a new option to help them manage their health care.
Patient Stories
Our patients are connecting with a new option to help them manage their health care.
Jul 15 2026I Can See Clearly Now... That the Cataracts are Gone
Cataracts occur when the natural lens inside the eye becomes cloudy. Proteins in the natural lens start to break down, causing the lens to become cloudy and impair vision.
- Patient Stories
Jul 24 2026The Sleep & Appetite Connection
Sleep affects hunger, cravings and food choices.
- Healthy Lifestyles
Jul 24 2026Time is Brain: Dana Horton’s Story
When Dana Horton suffered a major stroke, quick thinking and advanced care close to home helped her make a remarkable recovery.
- Patient Stories
Jul 24 2026Feeling Bloated? Common Causes and Simple Ways to Feel Better
Bloating is common but uncomfortable. Morgan Allen, FNP-BC, of Amory Specialty Clinic shares common causes, practical relief tips and when to seek digestive care.
- Managing Your Health
Jul 19 2026Immunizations 101: Why They Matter At Every Age
Adult vaccines help strengthen immune protection over time, reduce the risk of serious illness from preventable diseases like flu, pneumonia, tetanus and shingles.
- Managing Your Health
Recent Blogs
Find more information to manage your health
Vaccinations
We urge the public to take heed and engage in conversations with area physicians when considering vaccination.
Screening Guidelines
Health care providers recommend certain annual screenings based on age, gender or other risk factors. Learn which screenings you need and how to schedule.
Nurse Link
Nurse Link is a free telephone health information service. Callers speak directly to a registered nurse and get immediate answers.
Support Groups
North Mississippi Health Services offers support groups for our patients and their families and caregivers.
Popular Classes & Events
Basic Steps of Infant CPR
In this free class, parents and caregivers are taught the skills they need to perform infant/child CPR and management of choking.
Preparing for Birth
Preparing for Birth classes, recommended after 28 weeks of pregnancy, meet for three consecutive weeks on Thursday nights. Online Option is available.
The Cancer Journey
North Mississippi Health Services Cancer Care offers a support group for cancer patients and their families.