The Conversations that Can Save a Life
I work as a family doctor at Smith County Family Practice, but before that, I’m a mom to four young girls. My days are full of ponytails, bruised knees, bedtime…
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Looking After What Matters Most
By Dr. Justin Overmiller, in collaboration with the Smith County Drug and Alcohol Council Growing up on a farm teaches you that nothing important happens by accident. Healthy crops don’t…
Running the Race for Wellness
For Dr. Hannah Haack, wellness isn’t just something she talks about in the exam room; it’s something she lives every day. As a physician, athlete, and mom, she understands firsthand…
Healthy Habits, Healthy Minds
Health is more than numbers on a chart; it’s the rhythm of daily life. It’s the choice to walk after supper instead of scrolling a screen, to talk through stress…
Thinking About Switching to Medicare Advantage? Know the Facts Before You Decide
As Medicare enrollment season begins, many people find themselves comparing Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans. There are important differences to consider before making a switch, especially when it comes…
Celebrating Wellness Together: The Fitness Court Edition of HealthBeat
The latest edition of HealthBeat is landing in mailboxes and it’s filled with stories of resilience, innovation, and hope for Smith County. At the center is the opening of our…
A Conversation with Jill Kuhlmann, APRN: The Power of Preventive Care and the Heart Behind Health Care
As a high school senior trying to choose between two very different career paths, accounting or medicine, I’ve been asking a lot of questions lately. What kind of work helps…
What I Learned from Dr. Conant: Why Preventive Care—and Purpose—Matters
As a high school senior weighing the path between accounting and medicine, I wasn’t expecting one conversation to be so influential. But sitting down with Dr. Ferrill Conant of Smith…
Healing That Goes Deeper: Wound Care at SCMH
At Smith County Memorial Hospital, we understand that healing is more than skin deep. That’s why our Wound Clinic provides specialized care for those suffering from chronic wounds, including pressure…
Know Your Facts About Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage
Medicare open enrollment is from October 15 to December 7. That’s when seniors can switch coverage between Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage…