A lot of time and effort goes into planning a trip. So it’s important you’re aware of medical risks common to the area you’re traveling...

Cancer Survivor Chase Gilleland’s Inspiring Story “I could see him talking, but I couldn’t really hear him,” said Chase Gilleland, 25 of...

It’s that time of year again, the weather is warming up and kids are itching to be outdoors. “Going to the park is a great way for...

We’ve all seen them, and the Office on Women’s Health in the Department of Health and Human Services estimates that varicose veins affect...

Whether you’re a first-time mom-in-training or you’ve taken this journey before, you’ll gain confidence, connect with fellow...

As a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) mom, Hannah Beaver’s story begins with her first daughter’s birth. Induced at 40 weeks and 5...

“Really, the most nutritious foods are found without labels, like fruits and vegetables,” says Renee Greene, Wellness Dietition at CVMC’s...

March is colorectal cancer awareness month and, if you’re over 50 or if you’re younger than 50 but have a family history of colon cancer,...

“Expectant moms usually have a lot of questions as they plan the arrival of their little one,” said Jackie Miller, Administrator of...

HICKORY, NC – February 8, 2017 – Catawba Valley Medical Center (CVMC) announced today the appointment of Kimberly S. Crews, CPA, MHA as...

At 35, one of the last things on Amber Williams’ mind was having a heart attack. It’s hard to imagine the vibrant mother of 2 sidelined...

Made the commitment to be more active, lose weight or quit that unhealthy habit this year? Your secret to New Years resolution success...

Super Bowl Sunday has become the second biggest day for food consumption in the US, just behind Thanksgiving Day! Will you be joining the...

HICKORY, NC – December 14, 2015 – Catawba Valley Medical Center (CVMC) is hosting a book signing event with Michele McCreary, author of...

Do you know what controls your metabolism? Most people have no idea that the butterfly-shaped gland in the middle of the lower neck...

Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade HICKORY, NC – December 7, 2016 – New Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grades , which assign A, B, C, D and F...

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month. According to Dr. James W. Harris of Graystone Eye , Glaucoma is one of the leading causes...

So you’ve noticed your clothes are fitting a little tighter than last year. That short trip up the stairs leaves you a bit more winded...

At the age of 88, Hickory resident J.V. McKinney has never been a traditional underwater “diver”. However, as of August 2016, he has...

‘Tis the season of sugarcoated traditions — from Halloween’s Trick-or-Treat bags overflowing with candy to the lavish meals filled with...