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Health First’s Heart Center Performs 1,000th Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement

November 27, 2023 Space Coast Daily 0

THE HEART CENTER at Health First’s Holmes Regional Medical Center recently perfomed its 1,000th transcatheter aortic valve replacement. Health First Cardiothoracic Surgeon Matt Campbell, MD, said the achievement “displays our deep experience and specialized expertise. …We take care of our community here in Brevard County because our community has demonstrated so much support for Holmes Regional and Health First.” […]

Health First’s Viera Hospital Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best-In-State Hospitals 2024 List

November 25, 2023 Space Coast Daily 0

Health First’s Viera Hospital has been awarded on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best-In-State Hospitals 2024. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on October 25 and can currently be viewed on Newsweek’s website. […]

HEALTH FIRST PHYSICIANS: Is it Flu, Respiratory Syncytial Virus or COVID-19?

November 23, 2023 Space Coast Daily 0

A survey published at the end of 2019 found that 90% of Americans have gone to work sick. How often do they do it? “Always,” said 1 in 3. This is the season for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), flu and COVID-19. Rates of RSV are straining some hospitals in the South, while flu rates are surging in Florida – with children and child care facilities particularly taking a hard hit. […]

Mission Rwanda: Health First Cardiologist Dr. Khalid Sheikh Leads Life-Saving Team in Africa

November 21, 2023 Space Coast Daily 0

Health First Cardiologist Khalid Sheikh, MD, far left, has been on dozens of international mission trips over the course of his medical career, and he recently joined Team Heart in Rwanda to help care for dozens stricken by infection and fever-related heart damage. […]

Health First Heart & Vascular Program Earns Prestigious Three-Star Rating for Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery

November 15, 2023 Space Coast Daily 0

Health First’s Heart & Vascular Program has received a prestigious 3-star overall isolated CABG recognition from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons. The honor recognizes Health First’s patient care and outcomes relative to isolated coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) procedures. […]

VETERANS DAY SALUTE: Health First Hosts Employer Support of the Guard and Reserves Statement of Support Signing Ceremony

November 11, 2023 Space Coast Daily 0

Health First, the largest healthcare provider in Brevard County, and one of the largest employers in the region, is proud to partner with the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserves (ESGR) organization by joining their Statement of Support program. This program allows organizations, like Health First, to show our appreciation for the values, leadership, and unique skills service members bring to the workforce by publicly supporting their transition to civilian careers. […]

MEDICAL SPOTLIGHT: Health First’s Heart Center Leads the Way With Pacemaker Implant Breakthrough

November 9, 2023 Space Coast Daily 0

Health First’s Holmes Regional Medical Center added to its strong reputation for minimally invasive, advanced surgical heart procedures on Monday when two of its Cardiac Electrophysiologists successfully completed Abbott’s AVEIR™ DR Leadless Pacemaker implant procedures. […]

Health First Foundation’s ‘Celebration of Giving’ at American Muscle Car Museum Spotlights Major Gifts, Bigger Inspirations

November 8, 2023 Space Coast Daily 0

At Mark Pieloch’s American Muscle Car Museum in Melbourne Wednesday night, one of the Health First Foundation’s Celebration of Giving honorees said the quiet part aloud – how selfless is giving if it feels so great? […]

Hospice of Health First Performs 10 to 15 Honor Ceremonies for Veterans a Month

November 5, 2023 Space Coast Daily 0

Americans stand ready to honor veterans, none more so than fellow veterans who know both the valor and the sacrifice of serving. As a Level Five partner in the national We Honor Veterans program, Hospice of Health First is committed to giving veteran patients their final salute as it serves them near the end of their life. […]

WATCH: Delicious or Dangerous? Health First and Melbourne Fire Department Demonstrate Deep Frying Turkey Dangers

November 2, 2023 Space Coast Daily 0

Turkey frying is considered so dangerous that the NFPA actually discourages the tradition entirely. Emergency Medicine Physician and First Flight Medical Director Dr. Larissa Dudley was on hand to discuss the dangers associated – not just with deep-frying turkeys – but other holiday dangers, as well. […]

Health First’s Economic Impact in Brevard County Approaches $900 Million in Recent Report

November 1, 2023 Space Coast Daily 0

Health First is Brevard County’s leading non-governmental employer. Employee salaries in 2022 totaled more than $664 million in 2022. The previous year, Health First increased the minimum wage to $15 an hour across the organization. […]

Hospice of Health First’s Five Star-Rated Veterans Recognition and Aid Program to Host Meeting Nov. 1

October 27, 2023 Space Coast Daily 0

Forever a Hero, Hospice of Health First’s Five Star-rated veterans’ recognition and aid program, is hosting an informational meeting for anyone interested in honoring veterans in their final days. […]

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