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Ronda Bumgarner was over 50 and had never had a colonoscopy. It was one of those things people like to put off. The prep for the test is known to be uncomfortable.  When she started having some health concerns, she needed a colonoscopy and yet, still did not act. When finally she did have the test, … [Read more...] about Ronda Decided to Wait

CRAP, it’s a silly word that makes us laugh. The CRAP event is also a lot of fun but with the most serious of subjects. Each year the CRAP ( Colo Rectal Awareness Party) helps to raise the funds that pay for free colonoscopies for patients who need but cannot afford this test. Colonoscopies save … [Read more...] about CRAP!

Dignity. It’s what we all hope for in our lives when we age and our health begins to decline. It’s what Elizabeth Crockett asked for when she reached out to her case worker upon release from the hospital. Elizabeth needed a bath bench to help get herself in and out of the tub. She also needed … [Read more...] about HUG a Patient Today!

              Meet Carol.  Difficulties sleeping, breathing problems and pressure on her chest were the symptoms she had and knew it was time to go to the ER.  There she found out that serious trouble had been brewing and the road to recovery … [Read more...] about Happy Hearts

Gratitude is like a magnet. The more grateful you are, the more you will receive to be grateful for. The CoxHealth Foundation is grateful for the 2,620 CoxHealth employees who ended the year with their hearts full of charity  and compassion for those patients who seek our support. We are … [Read more...] about The Difference 2017 Made

Donors sometimes say, “my little $25 gift won’t really make a difference.”  Tracy would tell you nothing could be farther from the truth. It’s the $25, $50 and $100 gifts that add up to truly impact a patient’s life. Tracy was in a terrible car accident, thrown from her vehicle and severely … [Read more...] about The Difference $169 Makes

Karen Sue Hodges was crushed between two cars.  She is lucky to be alive and walking. A gift from the CoxHealth Foundation has helped her to walk again.    Bennett lives his life in a wheelchair and requires daily support for his many medical needs. Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals helps him … [Read more...] about Be a Giver!

  The 2017 Food For A Woman’s Heart luncheon is in the books.  The annual event focuses on women learning about their heart health, how to recognize problems and how to avoid them if they can.  Activities include live music, browsing vendor booths, mini spa services for a bit of pampering, … [Read more...] about Food For a Woman’s Heart

Dana Nance was driving home from the diner in Bolivar where she works. It was late, and rainy and she was tired from a long day. Suddenly a deer runs out in front of her and like most who’ve experienced it, she swerved hoping to miss it. Dana crashed her truck in a terrible accident. Her legs were … [Read more...] about Who Doesn’t Love a Hug?