Randy Miller’s family history included a worrisome heart pattern. The 70-year-old’s father died of congestive heart failure, and he had two uncles who dealt with heart issues as well. So he didn’t protest when Roger McClintock, MD, an internist with…
Matt Thomas had always heard there was a time capsule placed during construction of St. Vincent Memorial Hospital—the precursor to Taylorville Memorial Hospital—in the early 1950s. When the facility underwent a large-scale renovation in 2020 and 2021, the regional director…
If you want to change up the cooking routine to offer more healthy options on your family menu, sign up for upcoming classes offered at Taylorville Memorial Hospital. The classes are designed to help you gain confidence as you practice…
When Sister Rose McKeown got the call she was being sent to St. Vincent Memorial Hospital in 2004, she thought she would serve five years in the Taylorville community. Twenty years later, the lead staff chaplain at TMH prepares to…
Sleep disruptions – too much sleep, not enough sleep or even sleep interrupted by dreams – are more likely to occur during times of stress. As you navigate managing stress, it’s also important to prioritize sleep. Sleep is key to…
At what pivotal time will you or a loved one need blood? Millions of patients nationwide need lifesaving blood products—including many within our own community. Blood donation benefits local patients battling cancer, kidney transplant recipients, those with sickle cell disease,…
Roger Hickman survived a heart attack and dutifully attended 36 sessions of Phase II cardiac rehab – just like his doctor ordered. Since completing Phase II, he went on to Phase III, and his exercise routine through cardiac rehab has…
A fresh veggie a day may keep the doctor away! Volunteers at Taylorville Memorial Hospital have planted and harvested more than 100 pounds of fresh produce this summer, which they donated to the Taylorville Food Pantry. When the harvest becomes…
Occupational therapists (OTs) help patients return to the everyday tasks that make up a person’s normal routine after an injury, accident, illness or other health issue. Check out these four misconceptions about what an occupational therapist does: Myth #1: OTs…
One-third of Americans report they sleep less than the recommended amount for adults: seven or more hours. Inadequate sleep can negatively affect your sleep and can contribute to conditions like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity and depression as well…