Trauma can happen unexpectedly when we are least prepared. 10 years ago, Preston Dial was on the phone when his left hand suddenly straightened out. “I think I’m having a stroke.” His brother-in-law immediately hung up and called 911. Preston would later find out it was a rare brain tumor called … [Read more...] about Attending to Grey Matters…
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HUG-a-Patient Challenge
Each day, patients are waiting to be discharged, but there’s a roadblock. Some unmet need is keeping them from going home: transportation, medications, a special need like a home aide or even something as critical as a Life Vest for heart conditions. It’s at these times that the CoxHealth … [Read more...] about HUG-a-Patient Challenge
Professional Bowler Taking the Battle to Sarcoma
Sean Swanson has been a professional bowler for 18-years. He works at the newly renovated Andy B's on Battlefield and competes in the Professional Bowling Association's Tour. Several years ago, Sean found out that he would enter the competition of his life when he was diagnosed with a sarcoma in … [Read more...] about Professional Bowler Taking the Battle to Sarcoma
Ozarks Dialysis Gets an Upgrade
Last month, Ozarks Dialysis Services (ODS) upgraded patient chairs with help from CoxHealth Foundation. Patients coming to ODS, sometimes on a daily basis, have no choice of where they sit to complete their dialysis visit. Bruce Upton, Administrative Director at ODS, says that these chairs are "in … [Read more...] about Ozarks Dialysis Gets an Upgrade
You Are Not Alone…
Sometimes our battles are not all our own. Each day, a new and fresh opportunity arises - giving us the chance to share our struggles with another traveler. In this exchange we shift the heavy burden, we find new strength, and discover that somehow two individuals working together are stronger than … [Read more...] about You Are Not Alone…
Inspiring an Annual Event
Inspiration leads to action. Some people have a personality that lights up a room, others have a work ethic or a skill level that challenges others to achieve more. Regardless of the method, inspiration can compel others to carry a legacy that has lasting value. Joyce Schwandt served as a … [Read more...] about Inspiring an Annual Event
“Selfie” in Paradise…
Congratulations to Rochelle Cruse who won a $50 gift card to Which Wich in our Logo Store Selfie Contest. Rochelle took this "selfie" while on a trip to the Bahamas. While stopping in Florida, Rochelle took this picture with Chris Gillette of the show Gator Boys on Animal Planet. Rochelle is a … [Read more...] about “Selfie” in Paradise…
Help York Elementary!
Help York Elementary during their Cents of Pride Drive. You can donate the supplies listed above or make a donation here and select "York Elementary Cents of Pride" in the Fund box. Supply donations can be brought to the CoxHealth Foundation office before July 28 - after that point there will be … [Read more...] about Help York Elementary!
