Maria Parham Health

05/08/2026

05/08/2026

This week at MPH, we proudly continued the time-honored tradition of the “Blessing of the Hands” in honor of Nurses Week.
A nurse’s hands do so much more than provide care — they comfort, heal, support, and bring hope during life’s most difficult moments. The Blessing of the Hands is a meaningful reminder of the compassion, strength, and dedication our Healthcare Heroes bring to every patient interaction, every single day.
To all of our nurses: thank you for the countless ways your hands and hearts make a difference. Your kindness, skill, and unwavering commitment do not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for all that you do. To Pastor Frank Sossamon, thank you for leading this event, and for all the ways you help us at Maria Parham Health.
Happy Nurses Week to our incredible nursing team!

05/08/2026

Give a little. Help a lot.

Maria Parham Health is teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a Blood Drive on May 12, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM—and your donation is more important than ever.
Our community’s need for blood is ongoing, and every single donor helps ensure patients receive the care they depend on. As a thank-you, those who donate will receive a $20 Amazon eGift Card.
Make it a meaningful outing—bring a friend, donate together, and treat yourselves to coffee afterward ☕

Sign up today:
• Visit redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code MariaParham
• Call 1-800-RED CROSS
• Download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App to schedule, complete your RapidPass, and track your donation from start to finish

Be someone’s hero. Your donation could save a life right here at home.

05/07/2026

Today, on the National Day of Prayer, Maria Parham Health gathered in our main lobby to pause, reflect, and stand together in unity and faith. We were honored to welcome Dr. Abidan Shah of Clearview Church, who shared a special message and led us in prayer.
Thank you, Dr. Shah, for taking time to be with us and for your encouraging words and heartfelt prayer. Today was a meaningful reminder of the strength found in community, compassion, and faith.

05/07/2026

Who's a nurse you're grateful for? This Nurses Week, we celebrate the heartbeat of our hospital: our amazing nurses. Their compassion and dedication touch every patient and family who walk through our doors. From offering comfort to providing exceptional care, they go above and beyond every day. Thank you to our extraordinary nurses for all that you do to make our community healthier!

05/07/2026

Yesterday, we continued our Nurses Week celebration by treating our MPH healthcare heroes to a breakfast feast!

Our incredible Nursing Team enjoyed a morning buffet filled with made-to-order favorites, fresh fruit, danishes, and just about every breakfast item you could imagine—plus a few special gifts, too! While no celebration could ever fully express our gratitude, we hope this served as a small reminder of just how valued and appreciated our nurses truly are.
Every day, our nurses go above and beyond for our patients, their families, and one another. They are compassionate caregivers, skilled professionals, advocates, encouragers, and the steady hands that guide patients through some of life’s most difficult moments. Their dedication, resilience, and selflessness make a lasting impact not only within our hospital walls, but throughout our entire community.
To our nurses: thank you for your long hours, your caring hearts, your unwavering commitment, and the countless ways you make a difference every single day. Maria Parham Health is stronger because of you, and we are endlessly grateful to call you part of our team.
Happy Nurses Week to the very best!

05/06/2026

We’re getting excited for our upcoming Maria Parham Cancer Center Survivor Dinner on May 15th—and we have a very special guest to announce!

This year’s celebrity keynote speaker is Lisa Robertson, best known for her role on "Duck Dynasty". Lisa is not only a familiar face from television, but also a passionate speaker, author, and cancer survivor. After facing her own cancer journey, she has become an advocate for faith, resilience, and hope, inspiring others with her story of strength and perseverance.

We are honored to welcome Lisa as she shares her powerful message with our survivors and community.

This special evening is dedicated to celebrating the courage and journeys of cancer survivors, and we can’t wait to come together for such a meaningful event.

05/06/2026

You’re invited to join us in a moment of reflection, hope, and unity.

In observance of the National Day of Prayer, our community will gather tomorrow, May 7 at noon, for a brief 15-minute time of prayer led by local clergy. This special observance is planned to take place simultaneously under the flagpoles at:

Person Memorial Hospital
Maria Parham Health
Maria Parham Franklin

In case of rain, please join us at these alternate locations:
• Person Memorial Hospital: PMH Classroom
• Maria Parham Health (Henderson): Main Lobby
• Maria Parham Franklin (Louisburg): Under the awning behind the hospital

All are welcome. We hope you’ll take a few moments out of your day to come together in prayer and reflection.

05/05/2026

Join us for a lifesaving event in our community!

Maria Parham Health is hosting an American Red Cross Blood Drive on May 12, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM—and we need your help!
When you come to give blood, you’re giving more than a donation—you’re giving hope to patients in need. As a thank-you, all donors will receive a $20 Amazon eGift Card.
Blood supplies are still in high demand, and every donation makes a difference right here in our community. Bring a friend, roll up your sleeves, and maybe grab a coffee together afterward!

Make your appointment today:
• Visit redcrossblood.org and use sponsor code MariaParham
• Call 1-800-RED CROSS
• Download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App

With the app, you can schedule appointments, complete your RapidPass, and even track your donation to see when it helps a patient—pretty amazing!
Let’s come together and help save lives. We can’t do it without you.

05/05/2026

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05/05/2026

It’s Nurses Week at Maria Parham Health!
We kicked off the celebration yesterday with a special treat—a mobile ice cream cart delivering smiles (and sweet surprises!) to both our day and night shift nurses. It’s a small way to say thank you to the incredible individuals who give so much of themselves every single day.
Nurses Week is a time to recognize the compassion, skill, and dedication that nurses bring to their work. It’s about honoring the long hours, the emotional strength, and the unwavering commitment to patient care that define this profession. Our nurses are there in life’s most critical moments—offering comfort, advocacy, and expert care when it matters most.
To our tireless healthcare heroes: we see you, we appreciate you, and we are endlessly grateful for all that you do.
Happy Nurses Week!