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Southwest General Southwest General is a private, not-for-profit, 350-bed acute care facility located in Middleburg He

Southwest General has always been a hospital committed to supporting the community. We maintain strong ties to the Greater Cleveland area through our quality medical services, our partnerships with University Hospitals and local community organizations and our many community benefit programs promoting health and wellness. Southwest General is home to nationally recognized physicians, state-of-the-art technology and a full range of medical, surgical and emergency services--including a Level III trauma center. Our services are designed to provide patients care that addresses their physical, mental, emotional and spiritual needs. (Southwest General is responsible for the content and maintenance of this page.)

A healthier community starts with opportunities to learn, connect and take charge of your well-being!Join Southwest Gene...
11/01/2026

A healthier community starts with opportunities to learn, connect and take charge of your well-being!

Join Southwest General at the North Royalton Health Fair & Family Expo on Saturday, November 7, for a morning filled with free health screenings, fitness activities and family-friendly fun.

Southwest General health care professionals will be available to share health information and provide free physical therapy screenings for pain, injuries, pelvic floor concerns and balance. Plus, stop by to meet Southwest Paws therapy dog!
The event also features a complimentary pancake breakfast, the annual 5K Bear Run, a student Turkey Trot, fitness demonstrations and more.

📅 Saturday, November 7 | 8:30 a.m. – Noon
📍 North Royalton High School, 14713 Ridge Road

We hope to see you there!

Halloween night can make the “sugar rush” seem very real. Kids are running from house to house, talking nonstop and full...
10/31/2026

Halloween night can make the “sugar rush” seem very real. Kids are running from house to house, talking nonstop and full of energy. But sugar may not be the reason.

Research hasn’t found convincing evidence that sugar makes most children hyperactive. Instead, all that Halloween energy may have more to do with costumes, friends, trick-or-treating, staying up later and the excitement of collecting candy.

That doesn’t mean unlimited candy gets a free pass. Too much added sugar can contribute to tooth decay and other health concerns.

So if your child seems especially wound up on Halloween night, the excitement of the celebration may deserve more credit than the candy.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from your friends at Southwest General! 🎃✨

Tell us, what’s your favorite Halloween candy? 🍬

A smile is more than a reaction to something funny or happy. Researchers have studied what happens in the body when we s...
10/30/2026

A smile is more than a reaction to something funny or happy. Researchers have studied what happens in the body when we smile and when we see someone else smile.

In one experiment, people who maintained a smile during stressful tasks had lower heart rates while recovering afterward than people who kept a neutral expression.

The effect also may work socially. Certain friendly or encouraging smiles from other people have been associated with a softer physiological stress response during tense interactions.

That doesn’t mean someone should simply “smile away” stress, pain or a difficult day. It does suggest something more interesting. Facial expressions and the body’s stress response appear to interact with each other. A genuine smile may be doing more beneath the surface than we realize.

Halloween spirit is in full swing at Southwest General! Our talented team members with SGMG Cardiovascular Medicine Asso...
10/30/2026

Halloween spirit is in full swing at Southwest General! Our talented team members with SGMG Cardiovascular Medicine Associates have been getting creative, transforming ordinary doors into festive Halloween displays. We love seeing their creativity and holiday spirit throughout the hospital!

Take a look at some of their creations! Which one is your favorite?

Have you wondered what the difference is between a screening test and a diagnostic test? A screening test looks for sign...
10/29/2026

Have you wondered what the difference is between a screening test and a diagnostic test?

A screening test looks for signs of a condition before symptoms appear or when risk is low.

A diagnostic test digs deeper to determine whether a condition is present, often after symptoms develop or a screening test raises concerns.

✅ Screening = Identifying possible risk
✅ Diagnostic = Confirming what's really going on

Both have an important role in healthcare, but they serve different purposes. Knowing which test you're having and why can make conversations with your healthcare provider clearer and more meaningful.

10/29/2026

A mammogram is an important step in taking care of your breast health. And if your imaging shows something that needs a closer look, our breast health specialists are here to guide you through what comes next.

If you’re due for your mammogram, schedule yours today. Early detection matters—and so does having the right team by your side.

Fatty liver disease can develop even if you drink little or no alcohol. And because it often causes few or no symptoms i...
10/29/2026

Fatty liver disease can develop even if you drink little or no alcohol. And because it often causes few or no symptoms in its early stages, you may not realize your liver is being affected.

Now called metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), the condition is closely linked with metabolic health, including type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and excess weight.

For some people, MASLD can progress to MASH, which involves liver inflammation and injury, and eventually lead to fibrosis or cirrhosis.

Learn what puts you at risk, why routine liver tests don't always tell the whole story and what you can do to protect your liver health. https://bit.ly/4kkxlWa

Women's health needs evolve throughout every stage of life.Annual OB/GYN visits provide an opportunity to discuss concer...
10/28/2026

Women's health needs evolve throughout every stage of life.

Annual OB/GYN visits provide an opportunity to discuss concerns, ask questions and receive personalized care related to reproductive health, family planning, menopause and more.

We're here to support your health every step of the way. Learn more by visiting our website: https://bit.ly/4hXbL7v

What could fatigue, thinning hair, dry skin, weight gain and feeling cold have in common? Sometimes, the answer is the t...
10/28/2026

What could fatigue, thinning hair, dry skin, weight gain and feeling cold have in common? Sometimes, the answer is the thyroid.

Hashimoto’s disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland. As that damage progresses, the thyroid may eventually have trouble producing enough hormone, resulting in hypothyroidism.

If symptoms such as fatigue, feeling unusually cold, constipation, dry skin, thinning hair or unexplained weight changes persist, talk with your healthcare provider. A simple blood test can help show whether your thyroid may be part of the problem.

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18697 Bagley Road
Middleburg Heights, OH
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