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What Does Breast Cancer Look Like in Its Early Stages?
October 21, 2025Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers in women, and early detection can dramatically improve outcomes. But what does breast cancer actually look like in its earliest stages? It’s not always a visible lump – early signs can be subtle, and knowing what to watch for can make all the difference. Below are some common early signs and symptoms to be…
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Saline Health System nurse honored with DAISY Award
October 03, 2025After 35 years of dedicated service, a registered nurse at Saline Memorial Hospital was recognized on Wednesday, Oct. 1, with the DAISY Award, one of nursing’s most prestigious honors. Tracy Goodwin has dedicated her entire nursing career to supporting parents during the birthing process as part of the hospital’s labor and delivery department. Payton Mills, the department’s director, said Goodwin’s calming presence has brought reassurance to countless parents and helped create positive birth experiences.
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Saline Health System to host breast cancer awareness event
October 02, 2025To raise awareness about breast cancer and the need for mammography, Saline Memorial Hospital is hosting the Bosom Buddies Bash event from 2 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21.
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Shared Governance Council at Saline Health System gives nurses a voice
September 26, 2025Shared Governance Council at Saline Health System gives nurses a voice. “Shared governance is recognized now as a standard of care for hospitals who truly value their nurses and their input in the clinical decision-making process,” said Rhonda Hixon, the hospital’s quality performance coordinator and sepsis coordinator. “It allows nurses to have a voice and creates a partnership between nurses and the administration and other decision makers.”
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Why You Shouldn’t Skip Your Annual Physical: Screenings That Save Lives
September 26, 2025Many people put off their annual physical, if they feel fine, there’s no urgent need to visit the doctor. But skipping your yearly check-up can mean missing the early signs of serious conditions that are often treatable if caught early. At Saline Memorial Hospital, we believe prevention is just as important as treatment. Your annual physical is a chance…
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Patient Experience Spotlight: Paula
September 22, 2025“Everybody worked together like a well-oiled machine,” Paula said. “I was born here, and other than a couple instances with OB-GYN and neurosurgery, I come here for all my healthcare needs because of the personal care I receive here. It’s like everybody here genuinely cares about me and what happens to me.”
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Saline Health System earns Platinum Performance Achievement Award
September 16, 2025Saline Memorial Hospital has earned the 2025 Platinum Performance Achievement Award, the highest honor available from the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry.
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Saline Memorial Hospitals holds ceremony in honor of those lost due to suicide
September 11, 2025In recognition of Suicide Prevention Month, the hospital is hosting a lighting ceremony on the Saline Memorial Hospital Facebook page at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 29. Community members can submit the names of loved ones who have been lost due to suicide at SalineMemorial.org/Luminary by Monday, Sept. 22, for inclusion in the ceremony.
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How to Protect Your Child from Fall Viruses like Flu, RSV, and COVID
September 03, 2025In warmer parts of the country like Benton, AR, respiratory virus season can begin as early as September and stretch well into the winter. With kids back in school, viruses like flu, RSV, and COVID-19 start spreading quickly – especially among young children whose immune systems are still developing. As a parent, you can take steps now to help protect…
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Construction at Benton Exit 117 Will Not Impact Emergency Services or Hospital Access
August 13, 2025The City of Benton, in coordination with Saline Health System, would like to reassure residents and visitors that ongoing construction at Exit 117 off Interstate 30 will not affect access to emergency services or traffic to and from the hospital.
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Play It Safe When Working Out
August 03, 2025Participation in sports, recreation and exercise is increasingly popular and widespread in the United States. While this is good news because activities like team soccer, a pick-up game of basketball and weight training can contribute to better health, the risk of injury is inherent in any physical activity.
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Why Mosquito-Borne Illnesses Are on the Rise — and How to Protect Yourself
August 01, 2025Warmer weather and standing water are fueling a surge in mosquito-borne diseases. Here’s what you need to know and how to prevent them.
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Saline Memorial Hospital hosts baby fair
July 30, 2025Parents and other caregivers will have an opportunity to learn about services and products related to pregnancy and childcare during the Beautiful Beginnings Baby Fair at Saline Memorial Hospital from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9. The baby fair is a free, family-inclusive event with games, vendors, a food truck and children’s activities, like face painting, an outdoor water slide sponsored by the Saline County chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority and a children’s room with a ball pit and climbing toys for small children.
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Arkansas hospitals introduce Special Delivery program
July 23, 2025Saline Health System and National Park Medical Center, both part of Lifepoint Health, recently launched the Special Delivery Program, a new initiative aimed at improving postpartum care and reducing maternal mortality. It is modeled after a similar program launched by the hospitals’ sister facility Saint Mary’s Regional Health System in Russellville in 2023.
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Hospital commemorates anniversary with ceremony, proclamation and timeline wall reveal
June 24, 2025On Friday, June 20, Saline Memorial Hospital kicked off celebrations for its 70th anniversary with a ceremony, proclamation reading and timeline wall unveiling at the hospital. *Photo courtesy of Madison Basco at the Saline Courier*
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Saline Health System hosts 70th anniversary community celebration
June 10, 2025In honor of its 70th anniversary, Saline Health System is hosting a community celebration in the parking lot in front of the medical office buildings at 1 Medical Park Drive in Benton from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 28. The celebration will include inflatable games, a petting zoo, vendors, food trucks, LED performers from Arkansas Circus Arts and more. Admission, including the games and petting zoo, is free, but the vendors and food trucks will have items available for purchase.
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Saline Health System names Mercy Award winner for 2025
May 22, 2025Saline Health System recently announced that Jayme Workman has been recognized as the hospital’s 2025 Mercy Award winner. The Mercy Award recognizes one employee from each of Lifepoint Health’s hospitals who profoundly touches the lives of others and best represents the spirit and values on which the company was founded: compassion, dedication and a merciful spirit.
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Saline Health System celebrates its 70th anniversary
May 22, 2025Some historic grand openings took place in 1955: - The first McDonald's opened in Des Plaines, Illinois. - Disneyland opened in Anaheim, California. - Saline Memorial Hospital opened in Benton, Arkansas. The opening of our hospital may seem small compared to openings of organizations that have turned into huge, international franchises, but it was a much-anticipated moment for the residents of Saline County, who voted to build the hospital by an 8-to-1 majority in 1953.
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Saline Health System names new CNO
April 28, 2025Saline Health System has appointed Jackie Wilkerson as chief nursing officer, effective April 21. Wilkerson, a registered nurse, has almost 20 years of experience in healthcare leadership roles, including associate chief nursing officer at HCA Tristar Centennial Medical Center, associate administrator at Saline Health System and market chief nursing officer at Sovah Health.
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Saline Memorial Hospital receives Arkansas Stroke Ready Hospital designation
April 09, 2025On April 3, the Arkansas Department of Health recognized Saline Memorial Hospital as an Arkansas Stroke Ready Hospital (ArSRH). Facilities with the ArSRH designation are capable of providing time-critical care for stroke patients, including the initial emergency evaluation, real-time stroke assessment through telemedicine as well as thrombolytic therapy administration.
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