The Benefit of Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine
Today, we enjoy a life expectancy almost double that of what our ancestors enjoyed just one century ago. Interestingly, the development of vaccines against infectious disease is actually responsible for… Read more »
Remaining Vigilant About Your Health During COVID-19
Resiliency and the Link to Health and Wellness
We all have those moments when our life seems out of control and someone or something sends us over the edge. Our reactions in those times have a lot to… Read more »
Staying Connected with Healthy Hearing
For many reasons, the quality of our hearing has a direct impact on our overall health. Obviously, being able to hear well allows us to communicate and sense danger. But… Read more »
What’s Your “New Day’s” Resolution?
Many of us have great intentions for the new year. Resolutions with lofty goals around weight loss, smoking cessation, and increased exercise are common this time of year. Unfortunately, after… Read more »
Staying One Step Ahead of a Cancer Diagnosis
Because The Outer Banks Hospital (TOBH) has proven its ability to solve complex community health challenges, the Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) and Pfizer have awarded a grant that… Read more »
Continuing Support for Patients with Parkinsons
Nearly one million people will be living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) in the U.S. by 2020, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation. The disease, which affects both a person’s ability to… Read more »
Answering the Call for Increased Access
Access to healthcare has been and continues to be a challenge across the United States. The Outer Banks is no exception. When Sentara left our area last year and Dr…. Read more »
Introducing The Center for Healthy Living
Achieving personal health goals may often seem out of reach, but it’s proven that having a support system can really make a difference. That’s why The Outer Banks Hospital created… Read more »
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