No one is prepared for getting breast cancer. Fortunately, we’re prepared to treat it. Our team provides care continuity, from diagnosis to treatment to reconstructive surgery. Ours is an optimal healing environment created so that you can be assured that everything that can be done is being done for you and your family.

Find out what you need to know if you are pregnant during the COVID-19 pandemic, and what FMC is doing to keep you and your baby safe.

Snacks are essential to keep blood glucose levels as close to normal as possible and to help prevent low blood sugar – especially for those with diabetes. When it comes to snacking, people often think of foods that are high in sugar or fats, but you have plenty of other options. Read on for some fun, healthy ideas for snacks that are low in carbs and will give you the energy you need to get through your day.

Fairfield Medical Center’s highest priority is the safety of the public and as the healthcare leaders in the region, it is our responsibility to help minimize the spread of
COVID-19. Due to the potential risk of attendees at large gatherings, Fairfield Medical Center and the Fairfield Medical Center Foundation will not be hosting the following events in 2020:

• FMC Foundation Annual Golf Outing (June 1)
• Free Sports Physicals (June 6): To schedule a free sports physical, call 740-689-4935 or learn more at fmchealth.org.
• Annual Bike Race at the Lancaster Festival (July 31)
• Autism Summer Camp (July 27-August 7)
• Healthfest (August 8)
• Gordon B. Snider Heart & Lung Run (August 8)
• Color Mile Fun Run (August 8)

We take great pride in conducting safe community events and we appreciate all the effort that went into coordinating these events. We also are incredibly thankful for the understanding of our community partners and members during this time.

Please contact the FMC Foundation team at 740-687-8107 if you are interested in learning more about tax deductible donations.

Thank you for helping prevent the spread of COVID-19. Click here to learn about additional ways you can help during this time.

When you get a COVID-19 vaccine, you are giving yourself the armor you need to stay protected and reduce the risk of spreading the virus to others. COVID-19 vaccines have proven effective in helping to prevent serious illness and death from the virus.

This article will help you understand the facts about pediatric mental health and provide information on how to help maintain your child’s well-being.

You’ll find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the new COVID-19 vaccines, which are designed to prevent and protect against infection from the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2).

Several months ago, it was almost guaranteed that wherever Dora Kern went, a bottle of antacids went with her.

Now that you are finally ready to welcome your bundle of joy into the world, we don’t want you to worry about the care that you and your baby will receive-because even if you haven’t done this before, we have. In fact, we’ve done it more than 75,000 times.

Keep yourself up-to-date with the most accurate information on COVID-19. Learn the facts about COVID-19 and how you can help to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Navigating COVID-19 concerns can be challenging for adults, but is even more difficult when it comes to children and teens. While, in general, children are at a lower risk of contracting or becoming severely ill with COVID-19, it is still important to understand symptoms of the virus in young people and what to do if your child is sick.

If you’ve been diagnosed with COVID-19, you may be facing the difficult task of contacting those you’ve been in contact with, which can lead to increased stress and anxiety.

For many people, healthy eating is important, but they only have so much money set aside for food each week or month. With a little pre-planning, you can stick to your healthy eating goals without breaking the bank.

Our expert gastroenterology team is dedicated to providing patients with the specialty care they need, right here in Lancaster.

Did you know that FMC and FHP allow you to check-in online ahead of time? You can confirm your appointment via text message or email, and check-in on your own device prior to your visit or when you arrive. This change is being implemented in waves across the FMC and FHP network.

There are a number of convenient opportunities to help support our community and their ability to access quality medical care, from corporate gifting and memorial endowments to shopping at verified retail partners like Kroger.

Selecting your cancer treatment facility isn’t about one thing. It’s about everything. You want expertise and experience delivered with compassion. You want state-of-the-art technology and a full complement of services. From support groups to rehabilitation to providers who treat you like family, we have it all.

At every life stage, our diet is vital to our overall health and well-being. A healthy diet can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes and types of cancer such as breast and colorectal. It can also increase bone health and muscle strength, and help you lose weight. Having a healthy dietary pattern doesn’t just happen overnight – it takes dedication to achieve and maintain.

FMC is working with the Ohio Department of Health to reduce the number of opioid-related deaths in Fairfield County.