Sinus and Allergy Season is Upon Us!
It’s that time of year again. Spring is in the air, and so are all of the things that can upset or irritate our sinuses, causing the over 100 million Americans who suffer from [...]
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month!
When it Comes to Colorectal Cancer, Knowledge is Power! In the ongoing fight against cancer, early detection and an accurate diagnosis are critical to proper treatment and successful outcomes. This essential knowledge can come [...]
February is National Cancer Prevention Month!
Prevention is Key! Did you know that 40% of all cancer diagnosed and nearly ½ of all deaths from cancer in the Unites States can be attributed to preventable causes? Factors such as physician [...]
Did You Know that January is National Blood Donor Month?
The month of January is designated as National Blood Donor Month in the United States. Due to holiday celebrations, inclement weather, and cold and flu season, the winter months are often a time of [...]
Take Advantage of Our January Thyroid (TSH) Blood Screening Special!
DURING THE MONTH OF JANUARY Macon Community Hospital will be offering FREE Thyroid (TSH) Blood Screenings! THE THYROID MAKES HORMONES that regulate the way your body uses energy, and it also plays an important [...]
Recognizing Reasons for Stress, and Ways to Find Some Relaxation!
The holidays are here, and if you’re like most people, you may find yourself feeling a bit stressed out during this time of year. So, What is Stress? In simple terms, stress [...]
Understanding Diabetes: Risks, Testing and Management
November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country seek to bring attention to diabetes. It’s important to know the statistics, prevention methods, testing options, and to be able to recognize the [...]
Macon Community Hospital CEO to Retire in 2024 and New CEO Named
News ReleaseOctober 9, 2023 Lafayette, TN – Macon Community Hospital announces the retirement of CEO Thomas Kidd effective January 8, 2024. Following his retirement, current MCH CFO Scott Tongate will succeed Kidd as CEO. [...]
Breast Cancer Spotlight: What You Should Know
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the perfect time to schedule a mammogram! Because breast cancer is the most common cancer in women. One in eight will be diagnosed. Because with early detection, treatment [...]
Take Advantage of Our October Mammography Screening Special!
DURING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER Macon Community Hospital will be offering $90 Mammography screenings! MAMMOGRAPHY IS THE SINGLE MOST EFFECTIVE METHOD of screening for breast cancer. At Macon Community Hospital, we utilize Genius 3D [...]