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Allergies in the Workplace
For many in Western North Carolina, April marks the real beginning of spring. But for some, it also marks the beginning of allergy season — and seasonal allergies or allergic reactions can make a serious impact on the workplace. Allergies can reduce wo…
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$50,000 Grant Awarded
Catherine McAuley MERCY Foundation awards $50,000 grant to ABCCM’s Medical Ministry Clinic and Pharmacy The Catherine McAuley MERCY Foundation recently awarded a $50,000 grant to ABCCM’s Medical Ministry clinic and pharmacy for their work with uninsure…
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Alcohol Awareness Month
In North Carolina, April is the state-declared Alcohol Awareness Month, promoting awareness of the dangers and diseases associated with alcohol misuse and abuse. Alcohol abuse in the workplace not only increases the possibility of on-the-job mistakes o…
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Minority Health Month
National Minority Health Month, occurring each April, was created to raise awareness about health disparities affecting racial and ethnic minority groups — while also encouraging action through health education, early detection, and control of disease…
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Buncombe County Health Dept. Virtual Event
Let’s Talk: COVID Treatment Options Mercy Urgent Care is pleased to announce that Family Nurse Practitioner Grace Barnwell was a panelist for the “Let’s Talk: COVID Treatment Options” online event hosted by the Buncombe County Health Department on Thur…
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Obesity in the workplace
Obesity is a chronic and progressive health condition, and its effects have only been compounded by the pandemic. In fact, obesity now affects more than 40% of adults in the United States, and it’s become a growing source of workplace risk, contributin…
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