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Patient Stories

Our patients are connecting with a new option to help them manage their health care.

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Patient Stories

Our patients are connecting with a new option to help them manage their health care.

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Nov 24 2025

12 Days of Christmas Health Tips

Keep your health on the nice list with these 12 simple and practical tips from our experts. 

Healthy Lifestyles
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Cancer survivor Morgan Williamson with husband, Hunter, and daughter, Macy.
Nov 18 2025

Unexpected Cancer Journey Reveals Power of Family, Faith & Care

Morgan Williamson’s routine hysterectomy led to a rare cancer diagnosis — her journey highlights expert care, faith and compassion across NMHS.

Patient Stories
Cancer survivor Morgan Williamson with husband, Hunter, and daughter, Macy.
young woman checking her heart rate with two fingers on her neck
Nov 21 2025

Off-beat Heartbeat? Understanding Heart Palpitations

Curious why your heart sometimes flutters, races or skips a beat? Discover what causes heart palpitations, when to worry and how simple lifestyle changes can help.

Managing Your Health
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Nov 28 2025

Jingle All the Weigh: 12 Days to a Healthier Holiday

Unwrap 12 simple habits that will keep you feeling healthy and happy all season long.

Healthy Lifestyles
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Brian McGraw
Nov 06 2025

Time Is Muscle: How Brian Survived a Widowmaker Heart Attack

Because he paid attention to the signs and acted quickly, 52-year-old Brian McGraw survived a widowmaker heart attack. When it comes to your heart, don’t wait—time is muscle.

Patient Stories
Brian McGraw

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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

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    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.

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    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.

  • Family

    The Cancer Journey

    North Mississippi Health Services Cancer Care offers a support group for cancer patients and their families.