Hospitals in Piggott, AR - Medicare Status, Ratings, Address, Contact

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Piggott Community Hospital
Critical Access Hospital (Medicare Certified)
Location: 216 East Main Street, Piggott, Arkansas 72454
Ratings: Phone: (870) 598-3881

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Drug monitoring reduces seizures in pregnant women with epilepsy

A popular epilepsy drug taken by pregnant women with epilepsy because of its mild risk of birth defects has been linked to increased seizure activity in up to 75 percent of pregnancies.

Women who have migraine with aura more likely to develop major cardiovascular events

Women who have migraines with aura, which are often visual disturbances such as flashing lights, may be more likely to have problems with their heart and blood vessels, and those on newer contraceptives may be at higher risk for blood clots, according to two studies released today that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 65th Annual Meeting in San Diego, March 16 to 23, 2013.

US Health and Human Services administration announces $320 million grants to strengthen healthcare workforce in America

The US Health and Human Services administration announced $320 million in new grants under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to strengthen the healthcare workforce in America. Florida alone will receive more than $11 million in grant funding.

Employers take action to improve medication adherence

More employers are taking steps to improve their employees' health by making sure they take their medicines as prescribed, a move that could stave off more serious and costly health consequences, according to a new report sponsored by the National Pharmaceutical Council (NPC).

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