Our world has changed a lot in a short amount of time, but your health and safety remain our first priority! #MakingCommunitesHealthier #ProvidenceHealth

Mental illness – including suicidal thoughts – can affect anyone. September is #SuicideAwarenessMonth – a good opportunity to get educated about this important health issue. Knowing the signs and risk factors associated with suicide can help you identify friends and loved ones who might be at risk. If you or someone you know is struggling with depression or any other form of mental illness, it’s more than ok to ask for help. We provide a range of support services for our community. Call 800.424.DOCS or visit the Find a Doctor tab at http://ow.ly/qdPh50Bx1rI to learn more. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is also available 24/7 and is free at 800.273.8255 for those in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. #ItsOKToAskForHelp

Wallet, phone, keys, mask. Check! You may be getting adjusted to the new normal of remembering your mask when leaving home, but did you know that some masks are more effective than others? Check out this helpful chart of mask dos and don’ts when choosing a mask to wear to help protect yourself and others. #WearingIsCaring #MaskUp

Happy #EVSWeek! We couldn't let this week go by without thanking our dedicated team for keeping our spaces clean and safe for our patients and fellow Providence family. We celebrate and thank our EVS team for all the work they do, during the pandemic and beyond! #WeThankYou!

Have you seen our newsletter? Making Communities Healthier is a quarterly newsletter filled with timely information about Providence Health and tips to help you get healthy and stay healthy. Check out our latest issue for a glimpse inside our facilities to see how we’re keeping you safe, as well as answers to frequently asked questions and much more! [http://ow.ly/EiPl50Bu5EN

Did you know that September is Sepsis Awareness Month? Sepsis happens when your body responds to an infection in a way that is serious and life-threatening. Those with more chronic conditions like diabetes, cancer and lung and kidney diseases are at higher risk for developing sepsis. And adults 65 and older, children under one and those with compromised immune systems are also more vulnerable. Learn about symptoms and risks associated with sepsis by visiting www.cdc.gov/sepsis. If you have any concerns, talk with your primary care provider about how you can help prevent infections that might lead to sepsis. Need a PCP? Call 800.424. DOCS or visit the Find a Doctor tab at YourProvidenceHealth.com to get connected with the care you need. #SepsisAwarenessMonth #StayHealthy #GetAheadOfSepsis

It’s National Health Care Supply Chain Week! This week we honor hard-working health care supply chain professionals, our #HealthCareSupplyChain Heroes. In recognition of the hard work and dedication of supply chain professionals who support every area of health care organization, not just during the public health crisis but every day. Thank you for all you do!

Mental health is a vital part of your overall health and well-being. And mental illness doesn’t discriminate. In fact, many of us may be dealing with higher levels of stress, anxiety and other mental health issues this year. If you or a loved one is suffering from depression, anxiety or any threat to your mental well-being, Providence Health can help. Our behavioral health support team is ready to help you on the road to living well. Call 800.424.DOCS or visit our Find a Doctor tab at YourProvidenceHealth.com to learn more. #YouAreNotAlone #ItsOkToAskForHelp #EndTheStigma #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek

Have you had your mammogram? In honor of #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, our providers learned more about the breast care center! Providence Health offers easy access and a personal touch linked with a mammography experience with our experienced mammography tech. Yesterday, Cookie Robinson, Radiology Director, and Kathleen Stesienko, Mammography Tech, welcomed 4 APPs and a referral! Don’t delay your mammogram. To learn more, visit YourProvidenceHealth.com or call 800.424.DOCS to get yours on the calendar. Pictured (L-R): Kathleen Stesienko , Whitney Pitts, NP, Casey Skinner, PA, Misty Polson, NP, Candace Watkins, Referralist, and Lien Swieringa, NP

Happy Physician Assistants Week! We thank all the dedicated and caring PAs for their essential work. Providence Health is grateful to have all of you in our Providence Health family. #PAWeek

It’s time to roll up your sleeve – and protect yourself from the flu. Make getting your flu shot a priority and be sure to encourage your friends and family to do the same http://ow.ly/uUtP50BHyoi #GetVaccinated #StayHealthy #FluShot

As we enter the final months of what has certainly been an unprecedented year, health and well-being has perhaps never been more at the forefront of our thoughts. If you’ve been putting off care, these last months of the year are a great time to schedule your preventive care or procedure. Call 800.424.DOCS or visit the “Find a Provider” tab at YourProvidenceHealth.com, to setup your appointment today and finish 2020 strong. http://ow.ly/PG8H50C2HCl

We all play an important role in helping to prevent the spread of illnesses like COVID-19. Wearing a mask is one of the most effective ways to slow the spread and help prevent infections. Brush up on what types of masks are most effective and don’t forget to leave home with yours! #InternationalInfectionPreventionWeek #IIPW

Today is #TakeBackDay from 10 am to 2 pm! Don’t forget to bring your unused or expired prescription medications (pills or patches only). For more information, visit https://takebackday.dea.gov/. Thanks for your support of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day! #DEATakeBack

We're all in this together! Providence Health is partnering with the American Red Cross by hosting a blood drive at Providence Health--Fairfield Emergency Room on November 10. To schedule your appointment, please visit http://ow.ly/dLdE50BWjmM. Donate your blood for a reason, let the reason to be life

Providence Health is proud to support National Prescription Drug Take Back Day this Saturday, October 24, from 10 am to 2 pm. Bring any unused or expired prescription medications (pills or patches only) to one of the following drop-off sites in our community to safely dispose of them. For more information, visit https://takebackday.dea.gov/. Thanks for helping to keep our community safe! #MakingCommunitiesHealthier #MedicationSafety #TalkAboutYourMedicinesMonth

Providence Health and LifePoint Health are proudly joining hundreds of hospitals across the country in asking you to #MaskUp. COVID-19 continues to sweep through our community, and we’re fighting hard to keep on providing quality care and keep our patients and employees safe and protected. But we need your help. Wearing a mask is our best defense against the spread of COVID-19 until vaccines are available. If we all do our part and fight together, we’ll get through this. Together. #MaskUp www.EveryMaskUp.com

Do you have health insurance for 2021? If you’re not covered right now, you may qualify for an affordable plan through the Health Insurance Marketplace. Learn if you’re eligible and discover available plans at www.HealthCare.gov, and then enroll by December 15 for 2021 coverage. #GetCovered

Providence Health has been recognized by the American Red Cross for being a blood program partner during the COVID-19 pandemic. Providence Health knows the importance of blood donation and how essential it is for saving lives. We are proud to be supporting our community in any way we can. #ProvidenceProud

Thank you once again for voting Providence Health as the "Best Hospital for Heart Health." Providence Health earned and maintained its reputation as "South Carolina's heart hospital" by committing to quality cardiac heart care decades ago, and we are proud to be maintaining that reputation. For more information on our quality cardiac care, visit https://www.yourprovidencehealth.com/our-services/cardiology

We know the battle is far from over. We also know that tough times call for strong leaders. Lead by example. #MaskUp to save lives. Learn more: everymaskup.com

Today, we honor Dr. Charles DeWitt Watts (1917-2004). The first African American board-certified surgeon in the state of North Carolina, Dr. Watts spent more than half a century breaking barriers to care that have been traditionally placed on Black communities and changing the landscape of care in his state. #BlackHistoryMonth

Is your breakfast incomplete without eggs? Check out this Egg White Omelet to get your morning - and your health - in gear. #28DaysofHeart YourProvidenceHealth.com/28-days-of-heart-health-an-egg-white-a-day

Today is about reducing stress and taking care of yourself. Consider a yoga class. Yoga is a great way to relieve stress and improve your health. #28DaysofHeart https://www.yourprovidencehealth.com/28-days-of-heart-health-namaste-healthy

Do you know your numbers? Check out some key stats that play a big role in your heart health. #28DaysofHeart https://www.yourprovidencehealth.com/28-days-of-heart-health-know-your-numbers

The key to a healthy heart? A healthy pantry! Learn about the essentials you need to eat smart every day. #28DaysofHeart https://www.yourprovidencehealth.com/28-days-of-heart-health-kitchen-pantry-love

Providence Health is GOING RED! Our team members are wearing red in support of heart health! Don’t forget to wear your red today! #ProvidenceHealth #WearRedDay