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To help address hunger in our community, and in celebration of National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day on April 2, Moberly Regional Medical Center has collected more than 525 jars of peanut butter (and other nut butters) for the Christos Center. Peanut butter was donated by MRMC’S employees, board members, medical staff members and community members during the recent Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive. According to Feeding Missouri, 14.2 percent of residents in Randolph County struggle to put food on the tab... ... Read More
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MOBERLY, Mo. (March 1, 2024) – Moberly Regional Medical Center invites community members to join their efforts to fight hunger by participating in the second annual Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive benefiting the Christos Center in Moberly. Peanut butter is a sought after item for food banks because of its high nutritional value and long shelf life. Yet, it is one of the least donated items. The Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive kicks off on March 4 and will run through March 25. “We recognize the impact... ... Read More
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MOBERLY, Mo. (January 10, 2024) – It’s a leap year, and that means we all can look forward to an extra day in February – an extra day to enjoy life, be well, and pursue the things that make us happy. And, while an extra day is nice, what if you could add more years to your life? Caring for your heart is one of the best ways to increase longevity. Heart disease is the number one cause of death in the United States, responsible for one in five adult deaths in the U.S each year. The CDC (Centers for Diseas... ... Read More
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According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Despite being preventable and treatable, many individuals still die from this disease due to a lack of awareness about preventive care. Moberly Regional Medical Center is committed to promoting early detection and prevention of colon cancer through regular colonoscopy screenings because, when detected early, the survival rate for colon cancer is approximately 90%. During ... ... Read More
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Check your deductible status and FSA balance to see if there’s money to be saved or used MOBERLY, Mo. (November 15, 2023) - Most consumers pay significant premiums for their health insurance, but not everyone takes full advantage of the benefits of insurance coverage, especially once the annual deductible has been reached. Using your health plan benefits for medical visits, screenings and procedures is the best way to support your overall health. And, as the current plan year comes to an end, right now ... ... Read More
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MOBERLY, Mo. (Oct. 24, 2023) – Moberly Regional Medical Center (MRMC) Chief Executive Officer Michael Hall has announced that Saeed Arefanian, M.D., has joined the MRMC medical staff. Dr. Saeed Arefanian is trained to manage a broad spectrum of surgical conditions and provides preoperative, operative and postoperative care. Dr. Arefanian’s services include minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgeries, endoscopy and more. Robotic surgery is similar to laparoscopic techniques, in which small incisions ar... ... Read More
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Early Detection and Treatment for Breast Cancer Starts with Screenings MOBERLY, MO, October 10, 2023 – The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force now recommends women who are at average risk for breast cancer get screening mammograms every two years starting at age 40. The recommendation is in response to the increase in breast cancer diagnoses in younger women and high mortality rates in Black women. Women with strong family histories of breast cancer, African Americans and those of Ashkenazi Jewish desce... ... Read More
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MOBERLY, Mo. – Oct. 3, 2023 – With a shared commitment for improving rural access to quality healthcare, Moberly Regional Medical Center and University of Missouri Health Care (MU Health Care) have formed a strategic relationship designed to increase access to specialty services and enhance healthcare for people living in northeastern Missouri. The relationship will bring MU Health Care physicians and specialty services to Moberly, expanding medical services that MRMC can offer locally and connecting pa... ... Read More
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Moberly, Mo., August 8, 2023 – Summertime brings sunshine, more hours outside and an increased risk of bug bites and stings. Insects like mosquitoes, ticks, bees and spiders are often harmless, but sometimes their bites and stings can spread disease or cause dangerous allergic reactions and infections. An insect bite releases saliva and stings release venom that can cause skin to become red, swollen and itchy. When symptoms last longer than a few days, or they become worse, medical intervention may be r... ... Read More
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MOBERLY, Mo., July 25, 2023 – Temperatures across the United States are rising and so are incidents of heat exhaustion. In fact, between 2016 and 2021, the number of patients diagnosed with heat exhaustion between the months of May and September rose by 53%. Heat exhaustion is the body’s response to an excessive loss of water and salt. Symptoms include dizziness, headache, nausea and muscle cramps and the condition is more likely to affect the elderly, those with high blood pressure and people who work ... ... Read More
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