Heart Health: A Vital Priority for Our Rural Community
Our hospital is dedicated to keeping our community healthy, and one of the most pressing health concerns we face is heart disease. As the leading cause of death in the United States, heart disease affects millions of individuals and families—including those right here in our rural community. While access to specialized heart care can sometimes […]
The Joy of the Holidays: Celebrating While Caring for Your Health
The holiday season is a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration. For many, it’s a season to reconnect with loved ones, enjoy festive traditions, and reflect on the year gone by. We cherish this season as an opportunity to remind our community of the importance of staying healthy while embracing the magic of the holidays. […]
September is Pain Awareness Month!
Understanding Pain Management: A Comprehensive Guide Pain is a complex and often debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can arise from various sources—whether it’s from an injury, a chronic condition, or an underlying medical issue. Effective pain management is crucial not only for improving quality of life but also for fostering overall […]
The Essential Back-to-School Checklist: Why Vaccinations and Physicals Are Crucial for Your Child’s Health
As summer winds down and students prepare to head back to school, it’s essential for parents to ensure their children are ready not just with school supplies and new clothes, but also with a clean bill of health. This time of year is an ideal moment to focus on two critical components of your child’s […]
July is Vision Health Month!
It’s always important to take care of your eyes, to protect them and take preventive measures to preserve your vision. Eye health is often something people don’t think about as much, especially in comparison to things like physical and mental health. The truth is, however, that eye health affects our everyday life as well, even […]
What We All Need to Know About Alzheimer’s Disease
Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, a progressive neurological disorder that leads to a continuous decline in memory, thinking, behavior, and social skills. Who is Affected by Alzheimer’s? Age and gender are determining factors. 73 percent of Americans with Alzheimer’s are 75 and older, and women are twice as likely as men to […]
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Mental health includes your emotional and social well-being, which influences how you think, feel and act. Having good mental health does not mean you will always be in a good mood or immune from the stresses of everyday life. However, a positive mental attitude can keep you healthy, reduce the risks of serious illness, and […]
Sinus and Allergy Season is Upon Us!
It’s that time of year again. Spring is in the air, and so are all of the things that can upset or irritate our sinuses, causing the over 100 million Americans who suffer from allergy and sinus issues to experience mild to severe inflammation, congestion, pain, sore throat, cough, and a multitude of other sinus […]
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month!
When it Comes to Colorectal Cancer, Knowledge is Power!In the ongoing fight against cancer, early detection and an accurate diagnosis are critical to proper treatment and successful outcomes. This essential knowledge can come from one or more of four key sources. Source One: An Annual Wellness ExamSeeing your primary care provider is perhaps the most […]
February is National Cancer Prevention Month!
Prevention is Key! Did you know that 40% of all cancer diagnosed and nearly ½ of all deaths from cancer in the Unites States can be attributed to preventable causes? Factors such as physician inactivity, obesity, smoking, and excessive exposure to the sun can all play their part. As a result, taking measures to quit […]