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Fellowship-trained surgeon joins team at Southern Bone and Joint

By From Staff Reports , READ MORE > 1,415 Reads
On Wed, 08/05/2020 - 03:44 PM

Jacob Folse, M.D., fellowship-trained joint replacement orthopedic surgeon, has joined Southern Bone and Joint Specialists, P.A. in Hattiesburg.
Folse received his bachelor’s degree in biological sciences from Louisiana State University and his medical degree from Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center.

Forrest General Hospital honors Nyugen with July DAISY Award

By From Staff Reports , READ MORE > 713 Reads
On Wed, 08/05/2020 - 03:39 PM

Many refer to Mike Nguyen, a Forrest General Hospital R.N. on 9T, as the poster representative for patient-centered care, team work and compassion.
Such attributes have garnered Nguyen recognition as the July DAISY Award winner.

Governor will delay school opening in Forrest County; statewide mask mandate issued

By Joshua Wilson, READ MORE > 5,813 Reads
On Tue, 08/04/2020 - 03:56 PM

In a press conference Tuesday afternoon, Gov. Tate Reeves labeled several Mississippi counties – including Forrest – as COVID-19 hotspots, and he said he would sign an executive order to delay the opening of schools for grades 7-12 in those areas.

Gov: Virus relief grants will aid 'Main Street, Mississippi'

By Emily Wagster Pettus/Associated Press, READ MORE > 1,892 Reads
On Fri, 05/15/2020 - 10:55 AM

JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves said Thursday that he expects to sign a bill to create grants for small businesses by using part the state's coronavirus relief money.

PineBelt NEWS files lawsuit seeking names of long-term care facilities

By Staff Reports, READ MORE > 2,078 Reads
On Wed, 05/13/2020 - 06:32 PM

The PineBelt NEWS filed a lawsuit Tuesday demanding that the Mississippi State Department of Health release the names of Forrest County long-term care facilities where 12 patients have died from COVID-19 complications.

Forrest General Hospital begins in-house testing for COVID-19

By Staff Reports, READ MORE > 2,782 Reads
On Fri, 04/10/2020 - 12:28 PM

Forrest General has begun processing its own COVID-19 tests.

The hospital received testing kits this week, which will allow health care personnel to process tests. They spent time earlier this week validating the process.

State health department issues new recommendations for face masks

By Staff Reports, READ MORE > 4,434 Reads
On Mon, 04/06/2020 - 05:39 PM

Given the rising number of cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and the increased risk of exposure to both the health care provider and the patient, the Mississippi State Department of Health now recommends that health care workers wear a face covering, either manufactured or an appropriate cloth mask, throughout the workday.

Pine Grove opens free community support phone line

By Joshua Wilson, READ MORE > 2,504 Reads
On Mon, 04/06/2020 - 11:56 AM

Pine Grove Behavioral Health & Addiction Services, located in Hattiesburg, is providing a free community support phone line for adults 18 years of age and older who are experiencing stress and anxiety related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lumberton mayor imposes curfew, business restrictions

By Haskel Burns, READ MORE > 3,427 Reads
On Tue, 03/31/2020 - 08:16 PM

Effective immediately, the City of Lumberton has imposed a curfew, along with several restrictions at businesses and other establishments to help halt the spread of coronavirus in the community.

Southern Miss renovation project temporarily halted after worker tests positive for COVID-19

By Joshua Wilson, READ MORE > 1,815 Reads
On Mon, 03/30/2020 - 09:09 PM

Renovations to Cook Library at the University of Southern Mississippi have been halted after an employee of the subcontractor assigned to the project tested positive for COVID-19.

The employee was last on campus 10 days ago, said Jim Coll, chief communication officer for the university.

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