UNC Health Nash

10/28/2025

💙 Exceptional care leaves a lasting impression — and recently, a grateful patient chose to honor the team at the UNC Health Nash Cancer Center for the difference they made during a challenging time.

Through the UNC Health Nash Foundation’s Grateful Patient Program, a special gift was made in recognition of Ashley Beebe, Angie Beddingfield, Jamie Adcox, Alisha Rice, Mary Margaret Johnson (not pictured), Megan Glover, and Kristen Alphin. Their compassion, skill, and unwavering dedication bring comfort and hope to patients and families every day.

Moments like these remind us that great care is more than treatment — it’s the kindness, patience, and empathy our teams show in every interaction.

If someone at UNC Health Nash made a difference in your journey, you can share your gratitude by making a gift in their honor. Your appreciation helps support programs that strengthen the health of our entire community.

✨ Learn more or make a gift today: https://www.nashuncfoundation.org/home/giving/passiton

10/27/2025

🎗️Early detection saves lives—and education makes it possible.

Breast cancer care isn’t one-size-fits-all, and knowing what to look for can make all the difference.

Recently, UNC Cancer Care at Nash Nurse Practitioner Ranju Singh, NP, joined Linda Prezioso, NP, on WHIG-TV’s “Here’s to Your Good Health” to discuss breast cancer risk factors, screening recommendations, and how lifestyle, early detection, and community-based treatment can impact outcomes.

Her insights shine a light on prevention, wellness, and the importance of quality-of-life care during treatment. Watch the full interview below to learn more about breast health and local resources available through UNC Health Nash.

🎥 Watch or listen to the full interview on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49vMJQpRkA4

Thank you, Ranju, for your dedication to compassionate cancer care and your advocacy for women’s health across our region.

10/21/2025

👶✨ Planning ahead for your new arrival? The UNC Health Nash Women’s Center is now enrolling 2026 pregnancy and breastfeeding classes — designed to help you feel confident, informed, and supported every step of the way.

💙 Pregnancy classes: We recommend new parents begin taking prenatal classes by 24 weeks to ensure enough time to complete them before the little one arrives.

🤱 Breastfeeding Class: Join our two-hour introductory session led by a certified lactation consultant and learn helpful tips for a positive breastfeeding experience.

📞 Have questions? Call 252-962-2229 (BABY)

See the flyers below or click the link to learn more and register for classes ➡️ https://www.nashunchealthcare.org/classes-events/

10/16/2025

✨ Join us in celebrating the lives and legacies that brighten our community.
The UNC Health Nash Foundation’s Lights of Love Campaign is officially underway — a heartfelt tradition that honors loved ones, caregivers, and friends through dedicated lights on our holiday tree.

Every light represents someone special, and every gift supports vital programs like Patient Assistance, helping local patients when they need it most.

🎄 Gifts start at just $15, with opportunities for recognition during the Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 2 at 5:30 p.m. and in the Rocky Mount Telegram.

Make your tribute today at NashUNCFoundation.org/lightsoflove and help us shine hope across our community this holiday season. 💙

2025 Donations Open October 1st. Please ensure your gift is received prior to November 14, 2025 in order to be included in the 2025 Ceremony and newspaper publication.

10/15/2025

🚛 Need a DOT physical? We’ve got you covered!
UNC Health Nash Urgent Care now offers DOT physicals between 9 AM and 5 PM, with the last appointment time at 5 PM.
Our regular clinic hours remain 9 AM – 7 PM, seven days a week.

Walk in or make an appointment today for fast, everyday care—right when you need it.

📍 550 N. Winstead Ave, Rocky Mount
🌐 UNCHealthNash.org/UrgentCare
☎️ (252) 962-5570

10/14/2025

UNC Health Nash has once again earned the Pathway to Excellence® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), marking its third consecutive recognition and placing it among only ten hospitals in North Carolina to achieve this honor. The four-year designation reflects UNC Nash’s steadfast commitment to fostering an empowering, collaborative nursing environment where nurses are valued, supported, and have a voice in shaping care. Recognized globally, the Pathway to Excellence designation signifies that UNC Nash continues to uphold high standards of nursing practice that lead to greater job satisfaction, reduced turnover, improved safety, and better patient outcomes.

“This prestigious designation really showcases the commitment to excellence our nurses have and their dedication to providing quality health care for our community, right here at home," said Dr. Mary Strickland, Chief Nursing Officer at UNC Health Nash. "I am so proud of our nursing team for this amazing achievement. It also highlights how our nurses feel empowered and valued here at Nash. This allows us to recruit and retain the best nursing talent to help us continue to provide the high-quality care that our community deserves.”

🌐 Continue to our website to learn more about this prestigious designation and the dedication of UNC Health Nash nurses who worked tirelessly to earn it once again: https://www.nashunchealthcare.org/about-us/news-media/nash-surgical-safety-center/unc-health-nash-earns-prestigious-nursing-designation/

10/13/2025

Discover an exciting career in Interventional Radiology with UNC Health Nash. We’re hosting two special hiring events—one virtual and one in-person—where you’ll have the chance to meet our team, learn more about IR Tech opportunities, and explore how you can make an impact in patient care. Choose the option that works best for you and picture your future with us.

10/13/2025

💐 Sometimes, the deepest gratitude comes straight from the heart of someone who’s witnessed true compassion in action. A family member recently shared how much it meant to see Regenia Covington, NA (CPSU) care for their loved one — describing Regenia as “one of the most hardworking and caring employees in this hospital.”

The family shared how Regenia went above and beyond to provide comfort, care, and dignity — giving “a wonderful bath,” never stopping in her efforts, and showing unwavering kindness. “She is extraordinary,” they said. “She is phenomenal.”

Wanting to make sure Regenia received the recognition deserved, they asked for help putting their gratitude into words — signing it proudly "with a smiley face and five stars." 😊🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

💗Please join us in congratulating Regenia Cooper, our newest PETALS Award recipient, for her exceptional compassion and dedication to patients and families.

Thank you, Regenia, for the warmth, energy, and heart you bring to every person you care for.

10/08/2025

🌞 A little “Sonshine” goes a long way.

Each fall, the women of Parkwood Baptist Church’s E3Women Ministry create and deliver “Sonshine Boxes” to brighten the days of patients receiving treatment at the Danny Talbott Cancer Center.

What began as one woman’s way to encourage her husband and friend walking through cancer has grown into a heartfelt tradition of love and faith. Each box—filled with cheerful yellow, lemon-flavored treats, soothing comforts, and a prayer of encouragement—reminds patients that they are never alone and that they are deeply valued.

“Our hope is that every person who opens a Sonshine Box feels cared for and knows they are loved,” said Christy Asbell, E3Women Director. “We pray these small gifts will bring a smile and a reminder that they are never alone in their fight.”

We are so grateful to Christy and the E3Women team for their time, care, and compassion in creating these gifts of hope. Your kindness shines brightly for every patient who receives one. 💛✨

10/07/2025

Did you know? 🚐 OIC of Rocky Mount and UNC Health Nash are working together to expand access to primary care by bringing the OIC mobile unit to more locations in the community each month.

The OIC mobile unit offers essential healthcare services, including annual health screenings, physical examinations, blood pressure checks, diabetes screenings, and chronic disease management.

See the attached calendar for the October schedule, including dates, times, and locations. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments can be scheduled in advance by calling 252-955-1788.

🌐 To learn more about OIC of Rocky Mount and the services they provide to the community, visit www.oicone.org

10/07/2025

🎗️ Did you know obesity can increase your risk for certain cancers? Understanding the connection between weight, diet, and cancer risk can empower you to take charge of your health.

Join Clinical Dietitian Lauren Boyd, MS, RDN, LDN for an engaging Population Health Lunch & Learn exploring the latest insights on how lifestyle and nutrition influence long-term wellness. Lauren will share practical strategies for prevention, plus simple, sustainable ways to support your overall health.

📅 Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025
🕛 12:00 – 1:00 PM
📍 Nash Pavilion Conference Center
🥗 Lunch provided!

Come ready to learn, ask questions, and take home actionable tips you can start using right away.

10/06/2025

💜🦋Yesterday, families came together with the Nash Women’s Center for a deeply moving Walk of Remembrance—an afternoon filled with love, reflection, and shared strength. Together, we honored the little ones whose time with us was heartbreakingly short and celebrated the families who continue to carry their memory with unwavering love.

To every parent, sibling, grandparent, and loved one who joined us—thank you. Your courage in sharing your stories and your hearts with others created a space of comfort, connection, and hope. Though no two journeys are the same, your presence reminded everyone there that none of us walk alone.

We are deeply grateful to all who attended, whether in person or virtually, and to those who entrusted us with reading their babies’ names aloud—an expression of love that filled the afternoon with meaning and remembrance.

As we reflect on this year’s ceremony, we join you in hoping for healing, peace, and continued strength in the days ahead. 💜