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ECU Health concludes ED conference focused on improving crisis response

ECU Health, in partnership with the Pitt County Department of Social Services (DSS), hosted the third session of a community-based Emergency Department conference aimed at enhancing crisis response and emergency care in eastern North Carolina.

By Greenville Reporter | Feb 20, 2025

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PEP Health partners with ECU Health for real-time AI-driven patient insights

PEP Health has announced a strategic partnership with ECU Health, a rural academic health system, to enhance patient experience through real-time AI insights.

By Greenville Reporter | Feb 19, 2025

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ECU Health hosts annual summit focusing on future challenges in nursing

By Greenville Reporter | Feb 17, 2025

ECU Health recently held its 11th Annual Nursing Summit at the Hilton Hotel in Greenville, bringing together nurses from across the system to discuss the future of nursing in eastern North Carolina and beyond.

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Woman donates kidney to husband after eight-year wait

By Greenville Reporter | Feb 14, 2025

For Melissa and Jimmy Worrell, a chance meeting at a horse barn in New Jersey led to marriage in 1988 and a life together in North Carolina.

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ECU Health employee reflects on four decades of service

By Greenville Reporter | Feb 14, 2025

In 1984, Jaimie Yahnker made a significant life decision to move from Long Island, New York, to North Carolina with his parents.

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ECU Health honors top providers at annual Patient Choice Awards

By Greenville Reporter | Feb 10, 2025

ECU Health recently held its Provider Patient Choice Awards ceremony, honoring over 200 of its providers.

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ECU Health employee transforms health with lifestyle medicine program

By Greenville Reporter | Feb 7, 2025

Scott Alford, the manager for grounds and guest parking at ECU Health Medical Center, received unexpected news in 2023 when his A1C level was found to be 10.9, indicating diabetes.

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Students explore medical careers at 'Chat With a Doc' event

By Greenville Reporter | Feb 6, 2025

High school students from the Health Sciences Academy in Duplin and Pitt counties recently participated in the "Chat With a Doc" event, gaining firsthand insight into the medical field.

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ECU Health nurses assume leadership roles in North Carolina Organization for Nurse Leaders

By Greenville Reporter | Feb 6, 2025

Three nurse leaders from ECU Health have taken on significant roles as district representatives for the North Carolina Organization for Nurse Leaders (NCONL).

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Cancer rates rising faster in women than men for first time

By Greenville Reporter | Feb 5, 2025

Despite a general decline in cancer death rates, a recent study by the American Cancer Society reveals an increase in cancer incidence among women.

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ECU Health provides comprehensive weight loss solutions tailored to individual needs

By Greenville Reporter | Feb 5, 2025

ECU Health is offering a comprehensive array of weight loss and lifestyle medicine services, aiming to provide tailored support for individuals at different stages of their weight management journey.

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ECU Health hosts ninth annual quality improvement symposium

By Greenville Reporter | Feb 3, 2025

A gathering of medical professionals took place on Wednesday at the Eastern Area Health Education Center for the 9th annual ECU Health Quality Improvement Symposium.

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ECU Health Medical Center enhances parking access with new valet and shuttle services

By Greenville Reporter | Jan 31, 2025

ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, North Carolina, is set to enhance the accessibility and convenience for its patients and visitors by reintroducing valet services and expanding shuttle services starting February 1.

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ECU Health's Dr. Jonathan Hamilton receives Patriot Award

By Greenville Reporter | Jan 24, 2025

Dr. Jonathan Hamilton, chief of urology at ECU Health, has been honored with the Patriot Award by the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR).

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Healthcare worker reunites with man she saved during cardiac arrest

By Greenville Reporter | Jan 23, 2025

An ordinary day in Greenville, North Carolina, took an unexpected turn when a healthcare worker and a cardiac arrest survivor were reunited.

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ECU Health joins community breakfast honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy

By Greenville Reporter | Jan 20, 2025

Community leaders, elected officials, and residents of eastern North Carolina gathered on January 20 for the 28th annual Community Unity Breakfast.

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Nurse fulfills lifelong dream after overcoming personal setbacks

By Greenville Reporter | Jan 20, 2025

Deborah Rice's journey to becoming a nurse was marked by challenges and perseverance.

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ECU Health's Volunteen program fosters growth through community service

By Greenville Reporter | Jan 14, 2025

The ECU Health Volunteen Summer Program aims to instill the value of community service in students aged 15 to 17, while offering them insights into healthcare careers.