Five Things to Know About Pollen and Allergies

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You may be surprised to learn that pollen itself isn’t causing your allergy symptoms. Your sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, and itchy throat occur when your immune system thinks that pollen is a dangerous invader. It releases a chemical called histamine to fight pollen, which results in an onslaught of symptoms.

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Columbus Regional Health Is Cleveland Clinic Connected

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As a member of Cleveland Clinic Connected, Columbus Regional Health benefits from direct collaboration with world-renowned healthcare leader, the Cleveland Clinic. As part of the program, CRH has direct access to world-class resources.

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New CEO is Ready to Help CRH Go ‘Further, Faster’

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Newly appointed President & CEO Steve Baker has served in various roles, including most recently Chief Operating Officer, at CRH for 20 years collectively, but his career also included positions at large academic medical centers and with the U.S. Air Force. Read more about Baker’s career trajectory and his new role.

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Young Adults’ Stroke Risk Is on the Rise

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Stroke has long been viewed as a risk for just the older population. Now research is showing a concerning new trend. About one in seven strokes now occur in 15- to 49-year-olds.

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Athletic Trainers Making an Impact

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Columbus Regional Health has partnered with local high schools to become the official provider of sports medicine, athletic training services, and competition coverage.

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