News for August 23 to August 31, 2011

In the News

Rural hospitals ailing: 30 facilities in S.C. struggling to find their niche in a system that values big hospitals - According to the Post and Courier, (29August2011), "Rural hospitals offering only basic and emergency services may suffer due to the health care system valuing complicated procedures." TO READ MORE, CLICK HERE. Mary Black Memorial Hospital rates highest in Upstate for stroke treatment - According to GoUpstate.com, (23August2011), Mary Black Memorial Hospital's new emergency room department, and expansion / renovations to it's intensive care unit, have resulted in high success rates for treating stroke victims. TO READ MORE, CLICK HERE.