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Jan 15, 2025

Moore Regional Hospital introduces PET Amyvid Brain Scans to aid in Alzheimer’s diagnosis

Dr. Joshua Cho, photo provided by FirstHealth.FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital is proud to announce the availability of PET Amyvid brain scans, a cutting-edge diagnostic tool designed to detect beta-amyloid plaques, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disea ...

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 ...

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Lessons Learned from the Defense Industry Supply Chain Summit: A Workforce Perspective

Posted Dec 2, 2024
If you attended the Defense Industry Supply Chain (DISC) Summit last month in Charlotte, you may have noticed an emphasis on workforce development. The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) focused a portion of the program on North Carolina
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Nov 26, 2024

FirstHealth enhances robotic surgery with da Vinci 5® surgical system

Surgical services team members Wayne McFatter, MSN, R.N., CNOR, RNFA, executive director of surgical services for FirstHealth; Mandie Scott, R.N., assistant nurse manager, MRH operating room; Nancy Gorba, R.N., MRH operating room; Christina Gardner, ...

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 ...


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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