OVP Health

10/09/2026

This week we are celebrating our Physician Assistants (PAs) who go above and beyond!

We are grateful for our dedicated OVP HEALTH PA teams making a difference in community hospitals and outpatient health centers across Kentucky, Ohio, West Virginia, and Virginia.

Thank you for your compassion and commitment to our patients!

10/09/2026

Heading to the Black Walnut Festival in Spencer, WV this week?

Stop by OVP Health outpatient health center in Spencer on Thursday and Friday and take advantage of our FREE health screenings and low-cost blood testing services!

✅ Free Blood Pressure Checks
✅ Health Screenings
✅ Affordable Blood Tests
✅ Meet Our Healthcare Provider
✅ Learn More About Your Health and Wellness

Whether you're enjoying the festival, visiting family, or simply spending time in Spencer, take a few minutes to invest in your health. Our team is here to answer your questions, provide preventive health information, and help you better understand your health numbers.
At OVP Health, we're proud to support the communities we serve by making healthcare more accessible, affordable, and convenient.

📍 Stop by and visit us at 303 Main Street during the Black Walnut Festival!

Your health matters. Know your numbers. Know your health.

10/08/2026

Every overdose loss is more than a statistic. It's a son, daughter, parent, friend, or loved one.

Recognizing substance use in a friend or family member can be difficult, especially when changes happen gradually.

Substance use disorder is a medical condition, not a moral failing.

Early support and treatment can make a significant difference in recover y and long-term health.

Here are some simple signs to watch for:

Changes in Behavior
• Becoming secretive or dishonest
• Avoiding family, friends, or activities they once enjoyed
• Sudden mood swings, irritability, or anger
• Lack of motivation or interest in responsibilities
• Frequent financial problems or asking for money

Physical Warning Signs
• Bloodshot or glazed eyes
• Unusual weight loss or weight gain
• Changes in sleeping habits
• Poor hygiene or appearance
• Frequent nosebleeds, shaking, or slurred speech

Changes at Work or School
• Missing work, school, or appointments
• Declining performance or grades
• Increased absenteeism
• Loss of interest in career or educational goals

Signs at Home
• Missing prescription medications
• Finding drug paraphernalia such as pipes, syringes, rolling
papers, or pill bottles without labels
• Unexplained odors on clothing or in rooms
• Frequent need for privacy or locking doors

Emotional Signs
• Depression, anxiety, or paranoia
• Becoming unusually defensive when questioned
• Isolating from loved ones
• Extreme highs and lows in mood or energy

When to Be Concerned
One sign alone does not necessarily indicate substance use. However, several signs occurring together, especially over time, may suggest that someone is struggling and needs support.

How to Help
✅ Approach them with care and concern, not judgment.
✅ Choose a private time to talk.
✅ Focus on specific behaviors you've noticed rather than making accusations.
✅ Listen without interrupting.
✅ Encourage professional help if needed.

10/06/2026

At OVP Health, we believe healthcare partnerships should be built on more than filling positions. They should be built on trust, shared goals, quality care, and a commitment to the communities we serve. That's the foundation of The OVP Difference. OVP Health emphasizes partnership, physician leadership, and core values of Family, Community, Quality, and Integrity.

From acute care and hospitalist services to outpatient care and recovery solutions, our physician-owned and physician-operated organization works alongside hospitals and healthcare providers to create meaningful, lasting impact for patients and communities.

Discover why healthcare organizations across Appalachia choose OVP Health as their healthcare partner.

✅ Physician-Owned & Physician-Led
✅ Community-Focused Healthcare Solutions
✅ Acute Care & Hospitalist Services
✅ Recovery & Outpatient Care
✅ Nearly 25 Years of Healthcare Experience

🔗 Learn more about what makes OVP Health different: https://bit.ly/4xOA0KS

OVP Health Acute Care Services

10/05/2026

In this episode of Life, Learning & Lemonade, Cledus T. Judd sits down with Brad to discuss his journey from addiction, jail, and hopelessness to recovery, family, and purpose.

Together, they explore the realities of substance use disorder, the moment everything had to change, and how dedicating the same energy to recovery that once fueled addiction can transform a life.

It's an honest, inspiring conversation about second chances, resilience, and the power of redemption.

Follow us each Monday for a new episode of LIfe, Learning and Lemonade.

Watch or listen to the full episode on OVP Health's YouTube, Facebook, Apple Podcasts and Spotify channels.

YouTube - https://bit.ly/4y6cwRY
Apple Podcasts - https://apple.co/4xLLwqI
Spotify - https://bit.ly/45UxsiW

We've all heard the saying, _"When life hands you lemons, make lemonade."_ But when life brings challenges like depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, loss, ...