Feb. 25, 2026
UMMC Clinics Shut Down After Cyberattack
Medical center closes all clinics statewide due to IT systems breach.
Feb. 25, 2026
Mississippi Lawmakers Seek Solutions for Struggling Rural Hospitals
Proposals aim to provide financial aid and staffing support to keep rural facilities open
Feb. 24, 2026
UMMC closes clinics Wednesday, activates triage phone line
University of Mississippi Medical Center takes steps to ensure network safety after cyberattack
Feb. 21, 2026
Cyberattack at UMMC Disrupts Healthcare Operations
Incident highlights growing cost and risk of data breaches in the medical industry
Feb. 19, 2026
Mississippi Health System Sets Epic Go-Live Record
South Central Regional Medical Center integrates nine groups on Aura platform, enhancing lab data exchange and patient care coordination.
Feb. 19, 2026
UMMC Opens Ridgeland Outpatient Campus to Expand Specialty Care
New 131,000-square-foot facility includes ambulatory surgery, advanced imaging, and specialty clinics.
Feb. 17, 2026
New 50-bed Rehabilitation Hospital Coming to Flowood, Mississippi
Encompass Health to construct specialized facility, expanding access to comprehensive rehabilitation services in central Mississippi
Feb. 10, 2026
Mississippi Blood Services Seeks Urgent Platelet Donors
Nonprofit offers limited-edition T-shirts and gift card prizes to encourage donations.
Feb. 8, 2026
Thousands Urged to Stay Inside in Mississippi, California
Unhealthy PM2.5 levels prompt EPA warnings for residents to limit outdoor activity
Feb. 8, 2026
Small Habits, Big Health Impact
Internal medicine physician shares how lifestyle changes can prevent chronic disease
