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Mercy Day

September 24 is the anniversary of the opening of the first House of Mercy on Baggot Street, Dublin, Ireland in 1827. There, Catherine McAuley, founder of the Sisters of Mercy, an international religious institute of Roman Catholic women, opened a scho…

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Bike for Life Fundraiser

Beginning Sunday, September 30, 2018, Mercy Urgent Care CEO Tim Johnston and others will cycle 500 miles across North Carolina in the seventh Bike for Life starting in Black Mountain. From the start, 100% of the proceeds raised by Mercy Urgent Care’s C…

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September is National Cholesterol Month

September is National Cholesterol Education Month. The healthcare providers at Mercy Urgent Care encourage you to stay healthy by having your cholesterol checked and taking steps to lower high cholesterol levels. By being conscious of your cholesterol…

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New Urgent Care Location Open in Burnsville

Yancey County Is Home to 6th Mercy Urgent Care Location in WNC     Mercy Urgent Care is pleased to announce we’ve opened a new location in Burnsville. For residents of Yancey County, the surrounding area, and visitors to this region, Mercy Ur…

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Safety Tips for Heading Back to School

Pack up the pool toys, the vacation plans and the camp memories: This week, Western North Carolina returns to school.  The return of structure after a long summer, though, can have students and families out of practice when it comes to safety. In addit…

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Keep Cool This Summer with Tips to Prevent Heat Illnesses

Western North Carolina is known for its natural beauty, its eccentric inhabitants and its boundless opportunities for adventure. Not often is it immediately associated with stiflingly hot weather — but, even in the mountains, summer heat poses a threat…

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