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.
Apr 16 2026Everyday Habits That Make Back Pain Worse (and What to Do Instead)
From desk posture to how you lift and sleep, small everyday habits can strain your spine and make back pain worse. Here are some simple swaps to feel better and protect your back long-term.
- Managing Your Health
Apr 16 2026Healthy Grocery Shopping Made Easy
Take the stress out of grocery shopping by learning what to look for—and what to limit—so your cart supports your health goals.
- Healthy Lifestyles
Apr 27 2026How Johnie Legrone Got His Groove Back
After living with back pain for more than 40 years, Johnie Legrone thought giving up his favorite activities was inevitable until a minimally invasive surgery helped him regain his mobility, stamina and joy.
- Patient Stories
Apr 16 2026Prevent Stroke: 5 Risks You Can Control
Most strokes are linked to risk factors you can manage—often with simple, steady changes. Read on to learn the five most important steps you can take to protect your brain and lower your stroke risk.
- Managing Your Health
Mar 18 2026Solving the Puzzle: How Neck Surgery Gave Shonda Relief
For three years, Shonda Hathorn searched for the cause of her debilitating symptoms. Finally, she found answers and lasting relief.
- Patient Stories
Apr 21 2026The Heart of Healing: Honoring Our True North During Health Care Week
During Health Care Week, we honor North Mississippi Health Services employees whose compassion, connection and service guides healing through every interaction, every patient story and every moment of care.
- We are NMHS
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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.