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Saint Mary’s Partners with Junior Auxiliary to Bring Comfort to Young ER Patients
December 03, 2025At Saint Mary’s, caring for patients means more than medical treatment—it’s about creating moments of comfort and reassurance, especially for children facing an emergency visit. Thanks to a meaningful partnership with the Russellville Junior Auxiliary Provisional Class, Saint Mary’s Emergency Department now has a supply of stuffed animals and toys…
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Community Rx: “Peace of Mind for the Holidays” Event to Offer Mental Health Support During the Holiday Season
December 01, 2025Saint Mary’s Regional Health System, in partnership with Main Street Russellville, invites the community to attend Community Rx: Peace of Mind for the Holidays on Thursday, December 11, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 320 W. C St. in Russellville. This free, in-person event is designed to support individuals and families navigating…
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Is It a Cold, the Flu, or Something Else? How to Tell the Difference
November 25, 2025When your child starts coughing, sneezing, or running a fever, it can be hard to know what you’re dealing with. As the seasons change and kids head back to school or daycare, coughs and sniffles start making the rounds. Here in Russellville, AR, that often leaves parents asking: is it just a cold, or something more serious like the flu, RSV, or…
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Saint Mary's Earns an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group
November 13, 2025Saint Mary’s earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries and…
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Lung Cancer Screening: What You Should Know
October 30, 2025Lung Cancer Screening: What You Should KnowLung cancer is the second-most common cancer in the United States, and the most common cause of cancer-related death. While many things contribute to your risk of developing lung cancer – such as your genes, your family history of cancer, and exposure to carcinogenic substances like asbestos – cigarette smoking is the…
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From the Philippines to the River Valley: Saint Mary’s Welcomes International Nurse Ryan Cabutad
October 24, 2025Like many hospitals across the country, Saint Mary’s has felt the ongoing strain of the national nursing shortage. In response, the hospital has continued to build multiple pipelines to support staffing needs—one of which includes the recruitment of internationally trained nurses. This fall, Saint Mary’s proudly welcomed Ryan Cabutad, RN, as the…
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What Does Breast Cancer Look Like in Its Early Stages?
October 21, 2025Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women, and early detection can dramatically improve outcomes. But what does breast cancer actually look like in its earliest stages? It’s not always a visible lump – early signs can be subtle, and knowing what to watch for can make all the difference. Below are some common early signs and symptoms to be…
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Saint Mary’s Hosts Annual Mammograms & Mocktails Event to Promote Breast Cancer Awareness
October 16, 2025Saint Mary’s Regional Health System hosted its annual Mammograms & Mocktails event on Wednesday, October 15, to promote the importance of early detection and encourage women in the River Valley to prioritize their annual mammogram in a relaxed, fun setting. The event featured sweet treats like cookies and cupcakes, along with frozen mocktails. Guests who…
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Honoring Mental Health Awareness Day
October 09, 2025October 10 is Mental Health Awareness Day, a time dedicated to highlighting the importance of mental well-being. Saint Mary’s Regional Health System joins individuals and organizations across the country in raising awareness about the importance of mental health and encouraging open, judgment-free conversations. Mental health conditions are common,…
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Saint Mary’s Announces Q3 DAISY Award Honorees
October 01, 2025Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is proud to announce its third quarter DAISY Award recipients, honoring exceptional nurses whose dedication, compassion and professionalism make a lasting difference in the lives of patients, families and staff.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month: What to Know About Your Mammogram
September 30, 2025Breast cancer is a health risk for many people, with one in eight women expected to develop the disease during her lifetime. Thankfully, breast cancer is very treatable – if detected early. For women who are at risk, scheduling screening mammograms on a regular basis is an essential part of managing your health.
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Why You Shouldn’t Skip Your Annual Physical: Screenings That Save Lives
September 26, 2025Many people put off their annual physical, if they feel fine, there’s no urgent need to visit the doctor. But skipping your yearly check-up can mean missing the early signs of serious conditions that are often treatable if caught early. At Saint Mary's Regional Health System, we believe prevention is just as important as treatment. Your annual physical is…
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A Century of Care: Saint Mary’s Celebrates 100 Years with the Community
September 23, 2025Saint Mary’s Regional Health System marked a historic milestone—100 years of service to the Arkansas River Valley—with a vibrant community celebration that brought together staff, local leaders and long-time supporters.
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Saint Mary’s Hosts Annual After-Hours Mammogram Event for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
September 09, 2025Saint Mary’s Regional Health System is making it easier to prioritize breast health with its annual after-hours mammogram event on Wednesday, October 15, from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at the Outpatient Department, 1808 W. Main St in Russellville.
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From Urgent Care Centers to Walk-In Clinics, Which One is Right for You?
September 04, 2025From urgent care centers to walk-in clinics, trips to the family doctor or emergency room visits – there are more healthcare options to choose from than ever before. And while having more choices is a plus, Saint Mary's realizes that it also can be confusing when it comes to selecting the right option at the right time.
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How to Protect Your Child from Fall Viruses like Flu, RSV, and COVID
September 03, 2025In warmer parts of the country like Russellville, AR, respiratory virus season can begin as early as September and stretch well into the winter. With kids back in school, viruses like flu, RSV, and COVID-19 start spreading quickly – especially among young children whose immune systems are still developing. As a parent, you can take steps now to help…
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Saint Mary’s Expands Behavioral Health Services with Onsite Providers
September 02, 2025Through its continued partnership with Rock Medical Group, the facility now offers full-time, in-person behavioral health providers onsite.
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Saint Mary’s to Launch Couplet Care on September 1
August 27, 2025Starting September 1, Saint Mary’s Regional Health System will launch Couplet Care—a modern approach to postpartum nursing that keeps moms and babies together as one unit of care.
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Saint Mary’s Surgical Team Reaches Robotic Surgery Milestone
August 25, 2025Since the launch of the hospital’s robotic surgery program earlier this year, the Saint Mary’s surgical team has successfully completed its 100th robotic-assisted procedure.
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Saint Mary’s Celebrates First Graduates of TruMont Nurse Residency Program
August 18, 2025Saint Mary’s Regional Health System proudly announces the graduation of the first three participants in the hospital’s TruMont Nurse Residency Program, a structured initiative designed to support newly licensed nurses as they transition into clinical practice.
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