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Dec 23, 2024

Cuddles for a cause: Cape Fear Valley Health's NICU Cuddler Program provides lifesaving touch to some of the hospital's most precious patients

From left to right: Santa (Rev. Mike Garrett) pictured with newborn and cuddle recipient Declan Nault, his mother Daphne Hault, father Adam Nault and Marcia Garrett. Photo provided by Marcia Garrett.The importance of physical touch for newborns canno ...

Dec 5, 2024

FirstHealth advances spinal surgery with minimally invasive techniques

James Walker, M.D. Photo provided by FirstHealth.FirstHealth Neurosurgery & Spine is pushing the boundaries of care with new surgery techniques.One recent patient reporting a loss of sensation and severe weakness in their legs soon learned thanks ...

Dec 4, 2024

FSU faculty partner with Cumberland Public Health for grant-funded research on opioid crisis

Three Fayetteville State University faculty members from the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) are being awarded a $200,000 grant from NC Collaboratory to partner with the Cumberland County Department of Public Health (DPH) on Opioid R ...

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Building Tomorrow’s Healthcare Workforce: Cape Fear Valley Health’s Nurse Assistant II Program Advances Careers

Posted Oct 2, 2024
In response to the national nursing shortage and long-term workforce needs, Cape Fear Valley Health System has developed a comprehensive training path for nursing assistants who aspire to be a nurse. The Certified Nursing Assistant (NA) II program eq
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Nov 22, 2024

Tart named to be next President of Cape Fear Valley Harnett Healthcare

Michael Tart. Photo provided by CFVH.Cape Fear Valley Health has named Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital President Michael Tart to succeed Cape Fear Valley Harnett Healthcare President Cory Hess. Last month, Hess announced his plans to step down at ...

Nov 19, 2024

BAYADA Home Health Care celebrates serving the Fayetteville area

Photo by GFBJBAYADA Home Health Care celebrated its commitment to the people of Fayetteville and surrounding communities today, Nov. 19, with a ribbon cutting ceremony at its Fayetteville office.Since acquiring HealthKeeperz two years ago, BAYADA has ...

Nov 14, 2024

FirstHealth’s Shine-A-Light on Lung Cancer event to focus on clinical trials

Lung cancer continues to be one of the most common cancers in America, and it is the leading cause of cancer deaths annually.The American Cancer Society estimates about 234,580 new cases of lung cancer will be diagnosed in 2024, while about 125,000 w ...

Nov 12, 2024

North Carolina Community Colleges allocates $55 million to boost healthcare talent pipeline; FTCC announces plans to expand two existing programs

Ambulance purchased by Sampson Community College for EMS program. Photo courtesy of NC Community Colleges.All 58 community colleges across North Carolina have been awarded grant funding as part of a $55 million initiative aimed at strengthening the s ...

Nov 7, 2024

A lifetime of service

Clark, a retired surgeon and businessman, is a longtime supporter of Methodist University with deep roots in theFayetteville community. Clark is also well known for his dominance on the basketball court as a center for the University of North Carolin ...

Nov 5, 2024

Sampson Regional Medical Center announces onsite job fair for clinical staff

Sampson Regional Medical Center is hosting an onsite job fair on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the hospital’s front lobby. This event is an opportunity for job seekers to explore a range of full-time and part-time positions in bot ...


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Experts in the fields: Hands-on learning at SCC prepares students for ag careers

Swine Production students recently toured a Prestage sow farm, gaining hands-on insight into pig care. They observed piglets being born, explored the stages of growth and discussed the journey from farm to market. Photo provided by SCC.In Sampson Com


Cuddles for a cause: Cape Fear Valley Health's NICU Cuddler Program provides lifesaving touch to some of the hospital's most precious patients

From left to right: Santa (Rev. Mike Garrett) pictured with newborn and cuddle recipient Declan Nault, his mother Daphne Hault, father Adam Nault and Marcia Garrett. Photo provided by Marcia Garrett.The importance of physical touch for newborns canno


That's a wrap, 2024! GFBJ is celebrating another great year of coverage by providing a recap of some key developments announced this year

The year 2024 was the year of growth and new deals throughout the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal’s seven county coverage area. From incoming businesses to expanding commercial properties and more, the greater Fayetteville area can expect addit