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How well do you know Mission Health?

February 6, 2024 • 
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Did you know? Mission Health’s expansions in recent years include a new Pediatric ER, a new behavioral center, hospital reconstructions, a burn and wound center, and more.

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Test your knowledge, AVL. Are these fact or fiction?

  • Mission Health delivers 3,600+ babies every year. Fact or fiction?
  • Mission Health recently opened a $65 million mental health and wellness center. Fact or fiction?
  • By being named a Healthgrades “50 Best Hospital,” Mission Hospital is rated among the top 1% in the nation. Fact or fiction?
  • In 2022, Mission Health donated $650,000+ to charitable organizations. Fact or fiction?
  • Mission Hospital has the region’s only dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department. Fact or fiction?

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