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Since 1927, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association has celebrated Better Hearing and Speech Month each May to raise public awareness of speech and language disorders that affect 14 million Americans. Henry County Medical Center is proud to recognize this month and our Speech Language Pathologists, Suzanne Jackson and Christy Dukes. This annual event provides opportunities to raise awareness about communication disorders and to promote treatment that can improve the quality of life for those who experience problems with speaking, understanding or hearing. Speech and language disorders can take many forms and can limit academic achievement, social adjustment and career advancement. An individual may be born with a speech or language disorder, or it may be caused by accidental injury or illness. “We are fortunate that most people with speech and language problems can be helped,” said Suzanne Jackson, Speech/Language Pathologist for Henry County Medical Center. “Even if the problem cannot be eliminated, we can teach people with speech and language problems strategies to help them cope. People may not fully regain their capacity to speak and understand, but a speech-language pathologist can help them live more independently.” Speech-language pathologists are the professionals who treat all types of speech, language and related disorders. They hold at least a master’s degree and are certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association. Jackson works with Henry County Medical Center’s Center for Wellness and Rehabilitation as well as Home Health and Hospice. Christy Dukes is the Speech, Language and Hearing Pathologist at Plumley Rehab. She works mainly with victims of stroke and trauma. For more information call the Center for Wellness and Rehabilitation 1015 Kelley Dr, Paris, at 731-642-2411, or Plumley Rehabilitation 239 Hospital Circle at 731-642-5700. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is the national professional, scientific and credentialing association for more than 145,000 audiologists, speech-language pathologists and speech, language, and hearing scientists. Located in Paris, TN, Henry County Medical Center is a progressive, integrated healthcare organization committed to serving the healthcare needs of Henry County and the adjoining region. Including a 142-bed hospital and other facilities, the medical center provides a variety of outpatient services, as well as inpatient care. Henry County Medical Center is a county-owned and operated nonprofit institution. For more information: www.hcmc-tn.org .

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