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Small, consistent changes create healthier habits to last a lifetime KIRKSVILLE, MO – The new year often reignites an interest in health and wellness – in a 2024 poll, 79% of respondents said their New Years’ resolutions involved health. While sweeping resolutions are notoriously hard to keep, there are small, simple steps that you can take every day to make a lasting improvement in your health. “Even small lifestyle changes can increase longevity, reduce the risk associated with chronic disease, improv... ... Read More

As we approach the end of 2024, Northeast Regional Medical Center (NRMC) is proud to reflect on a year filled with accomplishments, community partnerships, and unwavering dedication to the health and well-being of our region. We’ve grown, adapted, and expanded to meet the evolving needs of our patients and community. One of the most notable highlights is our continued investment in surgical technology. We celebrated our 250th robotic-assisted surgery, providing patients with minimally invasive surgical ... ... Read More

Brush up on stroke risk factors and symptoms to protect your health Kirksville, MO – In the midst of all the gifts and good times, the holidays also come with a higher risk for medical emergencies, including stroke. Celebrations often include rich foods and alcohol, and busier social calendars can leave less time for exercise and sleep. Added stress from holiday preparations, shopping for gifts, increased expenses or traveling, along with millions of other holiday activities can affect the body. Cold we... ... Read More

Know the Difference Between Heartburn and a Heart Attack Kirksville, MO October 29 – As Thanksgiving and other holidays approach, many Americans look forward to all of the festivities, spending time with family and friends, and indulging in traditional holiday dishes. But, what many people don’t know is that during the holiday season there may also be a higher risk of two health conditions - heartburn and heart attack. “These conditions are not the same and not related, but sometimes they can be hard to... ... Read More

Northeast Regional Medical Center recently celebrated the 250th robotic-assisted surgery performed at the hospital. At a Kirksville Chamber after-hours event on October 10, community members along with faculty and students from A.T. Still University were in attendance to mark the milestone. Patrick Avila, CEO, welcomed guests and highlighted recent updates about Northeast Regional Medical Center. Dr. Steven Lyons, general surgeon and member of the medical staff, spoke about his experience improving pati... ... Read More

Kirksville, MO – A growing trend in orthopedics reveals that younger people are undergoing hip and knee replacements, raising questions about the optimal age to undergo these procedures. According to the American Academy of Orthopedics, by 2030, people younger than 65 will account for more than half of hip replacements and more than 60 percent of knee replacements. Only an orthopedic surgeon can help determine if a joint replacement is appropriate for a younger person, but they are becoming increasingly... ... Read More

A Saturday in June started out just like any other for Tom Tangen, who was in Kirksville visiting his mother. They started the morning by attending local yard sales; however, Tom’s day would soon turn into the unexpected. “It started with heartburn and kept getting worse. I started to get dizzy and got some pain in my chest and arm,” said Tom. He quickly found himself in the emergency room at Northeast Regional Medical Center, where he met Larry Handlin, D.O., a member of the medical staff and a board-c... ... Read More

Kirksville, MO – The American College of Radiology now recommends women who are at average risk for breast cancer get screening mammograms annually starting at age 40 for women of average risk. The recommendations are in response to the increase in breast cancer diagnoses in younger women and high mortality rates in Black women. Here in Missouri, breast cancer is the most diagnosed cancer – much higher than the rate of prostate and lung cancer, the next two most common cancers. Across the U.S., 272,454 ... ... Read More

Updated Plan Does Not Require a Certificate of Need or Taxpayer Funding KIRKSVILLE Mo. – Leaders at Northeast Regional Medical Center (NRMC) today announced updated plans to restore locally-delivered, comprehensive cancer services for the Kirksville community in spring 2025. The hospital will proceed with construction to modify its concrete vault so that a larger, existing linear accelerator can be transferred to Kirksville in order to quickly resume radiation oncology services on the campus of NRMC. Be... ... Read More

Kirksville, MO – Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death worldwide. In the U.S., more than 127,000 people lose their lives annually. An estimated 1 in 16 people will be diagnosed with lung cancer in their lifetime. Missouri is number seven on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2021 rankings based on the incidence of lung cancer. While there are more cases of female breast cancer than lung cancer in Missouri, the number of deaths from lung cancer is higher. Despite the statis... ... Read More