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When a cut continues to bleed 

We associate the sight of blood with the severity of the injury. So we’re taught from a very young age that if a wound bleeds, ... Read more

by Michelle Fortune, Tuesday, May 23, 2023 8:00 am

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Focusing on food allergies

May is an important month for many, full of proms and graduations. However, it is also an important month to me for another reason; it ... Read more

by Michelle Fortune, Monday, May 15, 2023 12:41 pm

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The quiet organ

When we think of our health, the heart, lungs, brain and colon often come to mind. But of equal importance to these are the quiet ... Read more

by Michelle Fortune, Tuesday, May 9, 2023 8:00 am

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The miracle and gift of organ donation

I’ve worked in healthcare my entire adult life and remain amazed by advances in medical technology, new medicines, and contemporary surgical procedures.  I served as ... Read more

by Michelle Fortune, Monday, May 1, 2023 11:36 am

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Discussing Reproductive Health 

Rarely discussed is the topic of reproductive health unless you or a loved one find it challenging to get pregnant. And if you’re in the ... Read more

by Michelle Fortune, Tuesday, April 25, 2023 12:05 pm

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The Value of Community Partnerships

The recent tragic outbreak of killer tornadoes in rural Mississippi leveled entire towns, killing more than two dozen people. Because of this disaster, I could ... Read more

by Michelle Fortune, Tuesday, April 11, 2023 11:26 am

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Hike, bike, ride, fall, repair

We live in one of the most beautiful and activity-rich areas in America. Polk County and the surrounding region have abundant hiking and biking trails. ... Read more

by Michelle Fortune, Monday, April 3, 2023 12:00 pm

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The healing touch

A woman I had just met told me: “We must hold care in just as high regard as the cure.” I found her message simple ... Read more

by Michelle Fortune, Tuesday, March 28, 2023 1:24 pm

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A silent and not-so-silent killer

In June of 2022, I introduced Dr. Evans Kemp to the community as the Director of Cardiovascular Medicine at St. Luke’s—a new practice at our ... Read more

by Michelle Fortune, Tuesday, March 21, 2023 1:12 pm

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Keeping our young athletes safer 

Over the holidays, we announced a new service that St. Luke’s provides to Polk County High School Athletics — Athletic Training. But as I’ve heard ... Read more

by Michelle Fortune, Tuesday, March 14, 2023 12:52 pm

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