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COVID-19 FAQs

Keep yourself informed with the most accurate, up-to-date information on COVID-19.

COVID-19 Myth vs. Reality

Fairfield Medical Center addresses some of the most common COVID-19 myths.

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FMC Community Events Postponed or Cancelled

Communities around central Ohio are cancelling or postponing events and taking additional precautions to reduce the spread of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Many of FMC’s community events have been postponed or canceled; however, there are still ways to give back.

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What to do if I have COVID-19 symptoms

Dr. Andrew Dagg-Murry, infectious disease physician at Fairfield Medical Center, explains what should happen after you experience COVID-19 symptoms.

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Eating Healthy While Pregnant

When you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, you have specific dietary needs to best support optimal growth and development for baby.

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Postpartum Preeclampsia

Postpartum preeclampsia is a serious disease related to high blood pressures in women after having a baby.

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Nausea During Pregnancy

Nausea is a very common occurrence, affecting up to 90% of pregnancies. Read more about causes and potential treatments.

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Breastfeeding While Being a Working Mom

Learn how to be successful when continuing to nurse your baby after returning to work.

Terri Hanna
Terri’s Radiation Experience

It was a blessing for me to be able to receive my radiation treatments here at FMC, and be able to continue working without taking much time off.  A shorter treatment time each visit, which is offered by the Linear Accelerator, would have made that even easier.

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Christa’s Cancer Story

When I heard about the possible purchase of the Linear Accelerator, I thought back to my own experience and how different it might have been. Only 15 radiation treatments, dramatically less fatigue and nausea and possibly no burning.

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Tina Talks of the Benefits of the Linear Accelerator

I am so very excited to hear that our Fairfield Medical Center Foundation is helping our Radiation Oncology Department to purchase a much needed Linear Accelerator.  I am a Breast Cancer Survivor and recently completed 26 Radiation Treatments at Fairfield Medical Center.

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It’s a Sweet Celebration – Melissa’s Heartburn Story

Melissa Straits will never forget that time in her life when almost everything she ate would make her sick. Heartburn surgery put an end to Melissa Straits’ acid reflux, and now mealtimes are a piece of cake.

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Breaking Free From Acid Reflux

Several months ago, it was almost guaranteed that wherever Dora Kern went, a bottle of antacids went with her.

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Getting Saucy Again – Priscilla’s Heartburn Story

Heartburn was keeping Priscilla Fitzsimmons from the food she loved – until she found relief through the Fairfield Medical Heartburn Center.

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Maintaining Healthy Resolutions

If the resolutions and goals you committed to in January have faded and you find yourself slipping back into old habits, youare not alone.

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Darkness Before Dawn

FMC is working with the Ohio Department of Health to reduce the number of opioid-related deaths in Fairfield County.

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A Fighting Chance – Holly’s Maternity Story

Teamwork and sheer determination saved Holly and Carley Amerine’s lives – now Holly is educating other mothers about the importance of paying attention to their bodies during pregnancy.

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The Bright Side of Life – Larry’s Eye Care Story

Retired State Highway Patrol Trooper Larry Jackson didn’t realize how bad his vision was – until surgery made his world a whole lot clearer.

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Enjoying the Ride – Delbert’s Heart Care Story

A small heart pump and a skilled team of caregivers at FMC saved Delbert Buck’s life following a sudden heart attack.

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Experience River Valley Campus

Opening for the first time on June 20 during a “sneak peek” open house for the community, there were a lot of people eager to catch a glimpse of the new facility.

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Tracy (Lape) Oppenheimer – Cancer Support Care

Seven years ago, Tracy started a yoga program at FMC for cancer patients, survivors and their support persons.

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Tough as Iron – Tracy’s Colon Cancer Journey

As someone who has experienced a lot of cancer in her family, Tracy Simons has always been ultra-vigilant about her health.

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Flu Season: Do Your Part

Flu season is here: do your part to stop the spread of infection.

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Calming the Chaos – Marilyn’s Heartburn Care Story

When Marilyn Stephenson is asked to describe what life was like with chronic heartburn, a condition that plagued her for years and even landed her in the hospital, the word “chaos” always immediately comes to mind.

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A Second Shot – Brittany’s Orthopedic Care Story

After re-tearing her ACL, Brittany Devall turned to FHP Orthopedics to help her get back on the field.

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TWIG: Making a Difference

Being able to make a difference is what fuels all nine of FMC’s TWIGS, each of which serve as a fundraising arm for the FMC Foundation. TWIGS stands for Togetherness, Willingness, Imagination, Giving and Sharing, and each TWIG supports different areas of patient care at FMC.

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With Every Breath – Gary’s Stroke Care Story

As a retired wildlife officer, nothing gives Gary Swope more pleasure than being out amongst nature with a walking stick in hand and his wife, Margie, by his side.

When a stroke sidelined Gary several years ago, he worked hard to rehabilitate and get back to the outdoor activities he enjoys. He never imagined that just a short time later, his health would be challenged once again.

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The Lasting Heart – Paul’s Story of Giving

When it comes to the city of Lancaster, there was little in the community that Paul Van Camp’s philanthropic spirit didn’t touch during his lifetime. From local businesses to community organizations to healthcare, Van Camp was determined to do what he could to make his community a better place.

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Matters of the Heart – Lisa’s Heart Care Story

When Lisa Lipka needed surgery to remove a large cyst near her heart, her FMC cardiovascular team was there to ease her concerns and help her heal.

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Cancer Care Donations

Every year, the FMC Foundation works with different organizations that want to help our mission by organizing fundraisers to support the Foundation. Donations can be earmarked for a specific fund, such as Cancer Care, Cardiovascular Care, or the Emergency Department, among others. Below is a look at some recent fundraisers that have directly impacted our community.