The University of Mississippi Medical Center has laid off 15 workers at its facilities in Holmes County. UMC officials announced the move Friday in a news release. The workers were employed at the Holmes County hospital and two associated clinics. The news release cited “continued weakness” in insured patient care and a spike in uninsured patients as reasons for the layoffs. The clinic in West will now only be open a half day each week,down from two days. And the clinic in Lexington will be moved to a new location near the hospital and will also have a smaller staff and reduced hours.
The workers are part of a staff of 118 in Holmes County. They will receive a month’s pay and cash in exchange for annual leave up to 30 days.

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