News Release

For immediate release
February 26, 2010

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Marion Regional Healthcare System Announces Online Contest

Marion, SC— Marion Regional Healthcare System will conduct an online community survey, beginning March 1, 2010 that will conclude in early May.

Participants who visit the Marion Regional Healthcare System website at, www.marioncountymedical.com/hear during this time and complete a short survey will be automatically entered to win one of two $100 gift certificates.

“We wanted to open ourselves up to let our community tell us how we are doing and provide the opportunity to tell us about their healthcare concerns,” said Don Lloyd, President and CEO of Marion Regional Healthcare System.   “The online survey was our best option to effectively reach our community as a whole.  The gift cards are our way of saying thank you for helping us serve you better!”

The contest is free to enter and open to all Pee Dee and Horry residents.

Marion Regional Healthcare System is a private, nonprofit organization that operates Marion County Medical Center, Mullins Nursing Center, and the new Aynor Medical Center. In addition, it operates a number of physician practices throughout the area. For more information call 843-431-2000 or visit www.marionmedicalcenter.com