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POPLAR BLUFF, MO – If it seems like more people are getting sick each day – it’s not your imagination. Diagnoses of flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are on the rise across the U.S., while the CDC trackers show Missouri’s activity level low, Butler County has reported 40~ new flu cases per week in the past month. If you are one of those who has gotten ill, the symptoms for each condition are similar and it’s important to know when they signal a medical emergency. All can cause mild to ... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO, December 8, 2023 – According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Despite being preventable and treatable, many individuals still die from this disease due to a lack of awareness about preventive care. Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) is committed to promoting early detection and prevention of colon cancer through regular colonoscopy screenings because, when detected early, the survival r... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) announced its most recent BEE Award Winner, Jessica Mierisch, receptionist for the Cardiovascular Institute of Southern Missouri. The BEE Award recognizes team members outside of nursing and coincides with the DAISY Award, which honors nurses. The BEE award was created because, just as in nature, bees are loyal and hardworking. The bee cannot exist without the daisy and the daisy cannot exist without the bee. Jessica was nominated by her pe... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Zane Foust, R.N., of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center was recently honored with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day. The nomination submitted read, “Zane went above and beyond his normal nursing duties. When he came into my room to provide nursing care, he took the time to talk with me about hunting and fishing; asking me to share stories about my hunting and f... ... Read More

Check your deductible status and FSA balance to see if there’s money to be saved or used POPLAR BLUFF, MO - Most consumers pay significant premiums for their health insurance, but not everyone takes full advantage of the benefits of insurance coverage, especially once the annual deductible has been reached. Using your health plan benefits for medical visits, screenings and procedures is the best way to support your overall health. And, as the current plan year comes to an end, right now may be the best ... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO –Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center announced its most recent BEE Award Winner, Alicia Browning, certified respiratory therapist (CRT). The BEE Award recognizes team members outside of nursing and coincides with the DAISY Award, which honors nurses. The BEE award was created because, just as in nature, bees are loyal and hardworking. The bee cannot exist without the daisy and the daisy cannot exist without the bee. Alicia was nominated by her peers and a patient who mentioned she “wen... ... Read More

Flu, COVID-19 and RSV viruses will be circulating POPLAR BLUFF, MO, Oct. 26, 2023 – To protect yourself and those you love when respiratory viruses are circulating this fall and winter, getting vaccinated against both the flu and COVID-19 will be important. Individuals who are age 60 or older may also need to get vaccinated against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). These three viral, respiratory illnesses are active this year. PBRMC is encouraging community members to follow the Centers for Disease Con... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Interventional Cardiologist Michael Lim, M.D., FACC, FAHA, FSCAI, has joined the medical staff of Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center. Dr. Lim will join the practice of Regional Physician Services in the Cardiovascular Institute of Southern Missouri . With a strong research background, experienced interventional cardiologist Dr. Lim’s areas of interest include a wide array of disorders, such as coronary artery disease, cardiomyopathy, structural heart disease, acute myocardial infarc... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center is offering one of the world’s smallest leadless pacemaker, comparable in size to a large vitamin. The first procedure at PBRMC using the small pacemaker was performed in August by Dr. Roland Njoh, interventional cardiologist with Regional Physician Services’ Cardiovascular Institute of Southern Missouri . The leadless pacemaker option is for patients who only require pacing in the right ventricle. With several successful procedures by Dr. Njoh usi... ... Read More

POPLAR BLUFF, MO – Suicide Awareness Month, recognized annually in September, presents a significant opportunity to engage with our community and address the critical issue of suicide prevention. Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center (PBRMC) and Family Counseling Center (FCC), a nonprofit organization specializing in mental health services, are holding a community educational event in to address mental health and wellness within our community. The event will feature a speaker panel of mental health exper... ... Read More