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Below is a list of upcoming cross-community health and wellness events. In September 2015, the Wellness Tour was the beginning of a long-lasting relationship between Midland Health, the city of Midland, Midland College and Midland ISD. Together, we can achieve the goal of making Midland the healthiest community in Texas. This year's Wellness Tour is scheduled for August 10-13. For more information, call (432) 221-4510 or visit www.midlandwellnesstour.com . June 4 | 2nd Annual Hot Dog Run/Walk All procee...
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The support group is for all moms/support persons who are in need of resources, education or who just want to come and enjoy some company. The group will start with a short education piece, the education will be different at each meeting. We are excited to be able to provide this support group as a place for moms to be able to come, talk and support one another. If you have any questions you can call or email Lorie at 432-221-3283 childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org
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The support group is for all moms/support persons who are in need of resources, education or who just want to come and enjoy some company. The group will start with a short education piece, the education will be different at each meeting. We are excited to be able to provide this support group as a place for moms to be able to come, talk and support one another. If you have any questions you can call or email Lorie at 432-221-3283 childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org
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The support group is for all moms/support persons who are in need of resources, education or who just want to come and enjoy some company. The group will start with a short education piece, the education will be different at each meeting. We are excited to be able to provide this support group as a place for moms to be able to come, talk and support one another. If you have any questions you can call or email Lorie at 432-221-3283 childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org
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The support group is for all moms/support persons who are in need of resources, education or who just want to come and enjoy some company. The group will start with a short education piece, the education will be different at each meeting. We are excited to be able to provide this support group as a place for moms to be able to come, talk and support one another. If you have any questions you can call or email Lorie at 432-221-3283 childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org
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In person tours have now resumed at Midland Memorial Hospital. Come and take a tour of our labor and delivery unit and postpartum unit. Registration is required for this tour. No more than 10 people will be able to attend the tour. Please meet in the lobby at the main entrance of the hospital. Inform the front desk staff that you are here for the L&D tour. ID will be needed for check in process. For questions please contact the child birth education department at 432-221-3283 or childbirtheduca...
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This class is part 3 of the on-site childbirth class and offers information on medical procedures, cesarean, and postpartum recovery. It is recommended that you attend all classes in the series. Please register for them separately. The classes are limited seating. $10 price is per couple per class. If this class is not does not fit your schedule or you would prefer an all online option, call Lorie at 432-221-3283 for information on our e-classes. Dates subject to change. Please check back for updat...
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This class is part 3 of the on-site childbirth class and offers information on medical procedures, cesarean, and postpartum recovery. It is recommended that you attend all classes in the series. Please register for them separately. The classes are limited seating. $10 price is per couple per class. If this class is not does not fit your schedule or you would prefer an all online option, call Lorie at 432-221-3283 for information on our e-classes. Dates subject to change. Please check back for updat...
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This class is part 2 of the on-site childbirth class and offers information on breathing, coping, and comfort techniques in labor. It is recommended that you attend all classes in the series. Please register for them separately. The classes are limited seating. $10 price is per couple per class. If this class is not does not fit your schedule or you would prefer an all online option, call Lorie at 432-221-3283 for information on our e-classes. Dates subject to change. Please check back for up...
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This class is part 2 of the on-site childbirth class and offers information on breathing, coping, and comfort techniques in labor. It is recommended that you attend all classes in the series. Please register for them separately. The classes are limited seating. $10 price is per couple per class. If this class is not does not fit your schedule or you would prefer an all online option, call Lorie at 432-221-3283 for information on our e-classes. Dates subject to change. Please check back for up...
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This FREE Class discusses infant/child safety at home including products, household, and food safety according to the AAP guidelines. The link for the web class will be sent to the provided email on the morning of the class. Register now, or call Amber at (432)221-3283 or email childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org for more information.
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In person tours have now resumed at Midland Memorial Hospital. Come and take a tour of our labor and delivery unit and postpartum unit. Registration is required for this tour. No more than 10 people will be able to attend the tour. Please meet in the lobby at the main entrance of the hospital. Inform the front desk staff that you are here for the L&D tour. ID will be needed for check in process. For questions please contact the child birth education department at 432-221-3283 or childbirtheduca...
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In person tours have now resumed at Midland Memorial Hospital. Come and take a tour of our labor and delivery unit and postpartum unit. Registration is required for this tour. No more than 10 people will be able to attend the tour. Please meet in the lobby at the main entrance of the hospital. Inform the front desk staff that you are here for the L&D tour. ID will be needed for check in process. For questions please contact the child birth education department at 432-221-3283 or childbirtheduca...
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This class is part 2 of the on-site childbirth class and offers information on breathing, coping, and comfort techniques in labor. It is recommended that you attend all classes in the series. Please register for them separately. The classes are limited seating. $10 price is per couple per class. If this class is not does not fit your schedule or you would prefer an all online option, call Lorie at 432-221-3283 for information on our e-classes.
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This 2 hour class provides information on child safety and prevention. The class includes care seat safety, home safety, poisons and emergency preparedness. Only one ticket needed per mom and support person. Register now, or call Lorie at (432)221-3283 or email childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org for more information. Dates subject to change. Please check back for updates.
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This all day class includes all parts of the Understanding Birth curriculum including pregnancy, labor, comfort techniques, medical, cesarean, and postpartum recovery. There will be a one hour break for lunch on your own. The cost of the class is $40. You will pay when you attend. Please call Amber at (432)221-3283 if you have any questions.
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This brief web meeting offers a virtual look at L&D and Mother/Baby with the Childbirth Educator and provides opportunity to ask questions. The link for the web class will be sent to the provided email on the morning of the class. You can also call Amber at (432)221-3283 or email childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org for more information.
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This FREE webinar outlines the AAP and NIH recommendations for safe infant sleep. The link for the web class will be sent to the provided email on the morning of the class. Register now, or call Amber at (432)221-3283 or email childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org for more information.
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Infants cry. Some infants cry a lot. What is the period of PURPLE crying, and what can you do? Join this free web class to learn more. The link for the web class will be sent to the provided email on the morning of the class. You can also contact Amber at (432)221-3283 or childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org for information as well.
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Infants cry. Some infants cry a lot. What is the period of PURPLE crying, and what can you do? Join this free web class to learn more. The link for the web class will be sent to the provided email on the morning of the class. You can also contact Amber at (432)221-3283 or childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org for information as well.
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This FREE webinar outlines the AAP and NIH recommendations for safe infant sleep. The link for the web class will be sent to the provided email on the morning of the class. Register now, or call Amber at (432)221-3283 or email childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org for more information.
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This FREE Class discusses infant/child safety at home including products, household, and food safety according to the AAP guidelines. The link for the web class will be sent to the provided email on the morning of the class. Register now, or call Amber at (432)221-3283 or email childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org for more information.
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Below is a list of upcoming cross-community health and wellness events. In September 2015, the Wellness Tour was the beginning of a long-lasting relationship between Midland Health, the city of Midland, Midland College and Midland ISD. Together, we can achieve the goal of making Midland the healthiest community in Texas. September 7 | NFL Punt, Pass and Kick Competition All boys and girls ages 6-15 will have the opportunity to exhibit their football skills at C.J. Kelly Park from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Top fi...
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Below is a list of upcoming cross-community health and wellness events. In September 2015, the Wellness Tour was the beginning of a long-lasting relationship between Midland Health, the city of Midland, Midland College and Midland ISD. Together, we can achieve the goal of making Midland the healthiest community in Texas. This year's Wellness Tour is scheduled for August 10-13. For more information, call (432) 221-4510 or visit www.midlandwellnesstour.com . April 2 | Food Is Medicine: A Wellness Event In...
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This 2 hour class provides information on child safety and prevention. The class includes care seat safety, home safety, poisons and emergency preparedness. You only need to purchase one ticket for yourself, one support person is welcome to come free of charge and they do not need a ticket. Register now, or call Lorie at (432)221-3283 or email childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org for more information. Dates subject to change. Please check back for updates.
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This class is part 1 of the on-site childbirth class and offers information on pregnancy & labor. It is recommended that you attend all classes in the series. Please register for them separately. The classes are limited seating. $10 price is per couple per class. If this class is not does not fit your schedule or you would prefer an all online option, call Lorie at 432-221-3283 for information on our e-classes. Date subject to change. Please check back for updates.
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This class is part 1 of the on-site childbirth class and offers information on pregnancy & labor. It is recommended that you attend all classes in the series. Please register for them separately. The classes are limited seating. $10 price is per couple per class. If this class is not does not fit your schedule or you would prefer an all online option, call Lorie at 432-221-3283 for information on our e-classes. Date subject to change. Please check back for updates.
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This virtual two-hour class is designed for moms who have lost a baby during a previous pregnancy and are currently pregnant. Your loss may have been during pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum or during the first year of your baby’s life. During class we will discuss triggers (things that bring up feelings of sadness and anxiety), coping mechanisms, self-care, and mental health resources. A mental health specialist will be available. This class is a safe environment to talk about things you and your sup...
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This 2 hour class provides information on child safety and prevention. The class includes care seat safety, home safety, poisons and emergency preparedness. You only need to purchase one ticket for yourself, one support person is welcome to come free of charge and they do not need a ticket. Register now, or call Lorie at (432)221-3283 or email childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org for more information. Dates subject to change. Please check back for updates.
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Midland Health employees and local residents in good health are encouraged to make an appointment and donate. The Blood Drive will be set up inside F. Marie Hall Outpatient Center. Sign up here to donate blood on Friday, March 8 from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or call Taylor Wiedenfeld 432.221.4510
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In person tours have now resumed at Midland Memorial Hospital. Come and take a tour of our labor and delivery unit and postpartum unit. Registration is required for this tour. No more than 8 people will be able to attend the tour. Please meet in the lobby at the main entrance of the hospital. Inform the front desk staff that you are here for the L&D tour. ID will be needed for check in process. If you would like to pre-register for your birth, please come early. The process for pre-registration takes...
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In person tours have now resumed at Midland Memorial Hospital. Come and take a tour of our labor and delivery unit and postpartum unit. Registration is required for this tour. No more than 8 people will be able to attend the tour. Please meet in the lobby at the main entrance of the hospital. Inform the front desk staff that you are here for the L&D tour. ID will be needed for check in process. If you would like to pre-register for your birth, please come early. The process for pre-registration takes...
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In person tours have now resumed at Midland Memorial Hospital. Come and take a tour of our labor and delivery unit and postpartum unit. Registration is required for this tour. No more than 8 people will be able to attend the tour. Please meet in the lobby at the main entrance of the hospital. Inform the front desk staff that you are here for the L&D tour. ID will be needed for check in process. If you would like to pre-register for your birth, please come early. The process for pre-registration takes...
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Effective Monday, March 8, the Midland Unified Command Team will close the Golf Course Road Church of Christ Mass Vaccination Site. The Midland County Horseshoe Backstage location, 2514 Arena Trail, will remain open for COVID-19 first and second dose administration. If you received your first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at the Golf Course Road Church of Christ location between February 16 and March 5, you will receive your second dose on your scheduled date and time at the Horseshoe Backstage location....
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The Midland County Horseshoe Backstage mass vaccination site, 2514 Arena Trail, will close indefinitely on Friday, April 30th at 4:00 pm. Throughout the week (April 26-30), the site will be open from 12 noon to 4pm daily. COVID-19 vaccines will be administered during this timeframe to walk-ins or anyone with a scheduled appointment that is 16 years of age or older. To schedule an appointment, please call 432-221-4VAX (4829) or visit midlandhealth.org/vaccine . After April 30th...
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The Midland Unified Command Team will close both the Midland Horseshoe and Golf Course Road Church of Christ Mass Vaccination Sites on Monday, February 15th due to inclement weather. If you had an appointment for a second dose for Monday, February 15th at the Midland Horseshoe Backstage site, please come to the Horseshoe for your second dose on Friday, February 12th from 10am to 5pm. Please note for Friday you will be turned away unless you had a scheduled appointment for either February 12th or ...
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The Lifestyle Medicine Center is now offering weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, food addiction, stress management, and much more. Each class is $5 and online registration is required. FAQs Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? No, you do not need to bring your printed ticket with you. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Please call the Lifestyle Medicine Center at (432) 221-5433.
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The Lifestyle Medicine Center is now offering weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, food addiction, stress management, and much more. Each class is $5 and online registration is required. FAQs Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? No, you do not need to bring your printed ticket with you. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Please call the Lifestyle Medicine Center at (432) 221-5433.
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The Breast Center, previously known as Allison Women's Imaging, has moved to Legends Park! On Wednesday, January 18th, The Breast Center opened their new location at the Legends Park Medical Office Building, located at 5615 Deauville Blvd. in Midland, TX. Their new center utilizes the latest in technology with 3D TOMO mammography. To learn more or to schedule an appointment, please call (432) 682-9729. If you would like to view more photos of the new Breast Center, please visit our Facebook page ! ...
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Below is a list of upcoming cross-community health and wellness events. In September 2015, the Wellness Tour was the beginning of a long-lasting relationship between Midland Health, the city of Midland, Midland College and Midland ISD. Together, we can achieve the goal of making Midland the healthiest community in Texas. This year's Wellness Tour is scheduled for August 10-13. For more information, call (432) 221-4510 or visit www.midlandwellnesstour.com . January 21 | Alzheimer’s Association Workshop M...
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This 2-hour course covers the basics of baby care with hands-on approach to help parents feel comfortable with their newborn. Infant CPR and choking first aid will also be taught and practiced. (This is not a certification CPR course.) Only one ticket needed per mom and support person. If you would prefer a self-paced option, contact Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org about our eClasses. You only need to purchase one ticket for yourself, one support person is welco...
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This 2 hour class is designed to help new moms get started with breastfeeding. The class is taught by certified lactation nurses and covers the basics of breastfeeding. It will include getting started breastfeeding in the hospital, pumping and storage of breast milk. You only need to purchase one ticket for yourself, one support person is welcome to come free of charge and they do not need a ticket. Dates subject to change, please check back for any updates. If you would prefer a self-paced option, cont...
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NICU Parents: Education and Maternal Wellness Support Group What: A confidential, peer support group where NICU families can connect with each other to help navigate the NICU experience. This open group will also provide families the opportunity to ask questions and gain education in various topics by medical professionals. When: Every Wednesday at 11:30 - 12:30 Where: Ronald McDonald Room - 4th floor by NICU Snacks provided and children welcome during groups! Cost: FREE Questions? Contact: Michel...
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This 2-hour course covers the basics of baby care with hands-on approach to help parents feel comfortable with their newborn. Infant CPR and choking first aid will also be taught and practiced. (This is not a certification CPR course.) Only one ticket needed per mom and support person. If you would prefer a self-paced option, contact Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org about our eClasses. You only need to purchase one ticket for yourself, one support person is welco...
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This 2 hour class is designed to help new moms get started with breastfeeding. The class is taught by certified lactation nurses and covers the basics of breastfeeding. It will include getting started breastfeeding in the hospital, pumping and storage of breast milk. You only need to purchase one ticket for yourself, one support person is welcome to come free of charge and they do not need a ticket. Dates subject to change, please check back for any updates. If you would prefer a self-paced option, cont...
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“You should never eat saturated fat.” “The keto diet is the key to weight loss!” “You should eat more eggs, they’re a great source of protein!” “Eggs are terrible for your cholesterol levels!” News headlines and social media can make healthy eating seem incredibly overwhelming. One minute a food is declared “good”, then the next it is “bad”. A healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be difficult. A Registered Dietitian can help you find a realistic, long-term eating plan that is sustainable and utilizes evide...
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In preparation as confirmed cases of the measles in West Texas increase, Midland Health is implementing safety procedures to protect patients, visitors, and staff. “Our greatest priority is the well-being of our patients and community,” said Dr. Rohith Saravanan, Chief Medical Officer for Midland Health. “In alignment with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) infection control recommendations and the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), we have instituted measures to he...
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The goal of the Midland Memorial Foundation nursing scholarship program is to support Midland Memorial Hospital in attaining its goal of 80% of its nursing staff holding a BSN degree. Since 2010, MMF has made significant progress in helping the hospital reach this goal, and it will continue to focus on providing scholarships to employees seeking professional and RN certifications, and associate's and bachelor's degrees in nursing. Please apply for the MMF scholarship on PolicyTech or by clicking the lin...
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Temporarily, no live web or in-person classes are available, however, you can register here and a video link for the class will be emailed to you. Please contact Amber in Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org with any questions. This FREE Class discusses infant/child passenger safety and the use of car seats.
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Ready to start your career in healthcare? Midland Health offers a scholarship program for a variety of careers. The scholarship program will cover all required tuition, fees and books for the following degrees and/or certifications: -Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) -Certification Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) -Certification LVN to RN Transition Program -AAS/Associate Degree (RN) -Pharmacy Technician -Phlebotomy -Radiologic Technologist -Respiratory Care -Sonography The scholarship program is b...
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This year, nearly 250,000 Americans will be diagnosed with lung cancer; the leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Smoking cigarettes is the number one contributor to lung cancer. The good news is Low Dose CT (LDCT) Lung Screening has the potential to save thousands of lives. Through Shared Decision Making, your medical provider will help determine if you are a candidate for Low Dose CT (LDCT) Lung Screening; an x-ray used to screen for lung cancer. LDCT Lung Screening creates a ...
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“Lung cancer,” those words can be a devastating diagnosis. While it is true that lung cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer deaths for both men and women in the U.S.; our message, at the Midland Health Lung Center, is that lung cancer doesn’t have to be a death sentence. Part of the reason for the high number of lung cancer deaths is that often lung cancer is not diagnosed until the late stages, when symptoms are present. When detected early and treated 5-year survival rates can increase from 6%, wit...
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Temporarily, no live web or in-person classes are available, however, you can register here and a video link for the class will be emailed to you. Please contact Amber in Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org with any questions. This FREE Class discusses infant/child passenger safety and the use of car seats.
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National Healthcare Decision Day was April 16th. Although it is a day to bring the important topic of advance care plans to the forefront, it is something that can be addressed any day of the year. This day is to educate and empower someone to take the steps to make yours and your loved one’s advance directives. What is an advance directive you may ask? It is a written statement/document of a person’s wishes regarding his/her medical treatment. These documents are made to ensure those mentioned wishes a...
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Here we are……entering October. Pink ribbons everywhere!!! Ball games, social events, church gatherings, everyone is focused on those who are going through breast cancer or who have won the fight and are now called a survivor after a diagnosis of breast cancer. And rightfully so, anyone who has ever had to hear those words “you have cancer” certainly deserves our support. They call it breast cancer awareness, but are we creating a true awareness along with highlighting those who are either ...
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November is here and all the of the celebrations of pink and honoring our survivors and creating awareness have ended. Getting a mammogram was fresh on everyone’s mind. The importance of early detection and screening. The personal stories of those who have fought a battle with this dreaded disease. All these things were at the forefront of our view and on our minds in a very strong way. All through the month of October we presented articles that educated on the importance of early screening and detectio...
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My mother is an incredible gardener. Her backyard is full of rows and clusters of blooms that explode in color every year. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds are frequent visitors. When I was younger, I thought she could just look at a piece of ground and make something amazing grow. Through the years, I learned that her beautiful garden is the result of intentional habits that create a space for those delightful, healthy explosions of color and fragrance. February is American Heart Month. Spring is ri...
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Midland Health is offering a FREE support group for all community members who are interested in learning about Diabetic and Cardiovascular Health. COACH Community Outreach and Cardiovascular Health - A group of people with Cardiovascular Disease sharing common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice. This free community support group will meet at Midland Memorial Hospital in the Private Dining Room and will be held every second Monday of every month t...
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Bariatric surgery, a medical procedure aimed at helping individuals achieve weight loss, has become an increasingly popular option for those struggling with obesity. Weigh to Success at Midland Memorial Hospital is the premier bariatric program in the Permian Basin to help patients achieve their weight loss goals. Bariatric surgery typically involves altering the digestive system to promote weight loss through various methods, such as gastric bypass and gastric sleeve. Weigh to Success offers both of th...
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Midland Health is offering a FREE support group for all community members who are interested in learning about Diabetic and Cardiovascular Health. COACH Community Outreach and Cardiovascular Health - A group of people with Cardiovascular Disease sharing common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice. CODE Community Outreach for Diabetes Education - A group of people with Diabetes sharing common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encou...
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What can you do in fifteen minutes? You can take your dog for a short walk. You can drop your kids off for soccer practice. You can load the washing machine. You can send a work email. What can you do to take care of yourself? What do you still have the energy to do? Have you taken time to do what really matters? Picture yourself at the end of a long day when everyone and everything is settled and you finally have a minute to breathe, the last thing you wa...
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If you are unable to attend a tour in person, you can watch one of the videos below of our Labor and Delivery unit. https://www.midlandhealth.org/main/pediatrics-and-womens-services or on our YouTube channel at: https://youtu.be/eloqBAsnLOs Or email the address below to have the link sent to your email. Please contact Lorie in Childbirth Education with any questions at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org
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The 68Nurse call service went live on July 6, 2009, and this week the call center will be celebrating 14 years of service to the community. The 68Nurse team consists of Registered Nurses located in the Permian Basin who have worked in our local Emergency Departments, hospitals, and clinics. Over the years call volumes have varied depending on the needs of the community. In the years before the COVID-19 pandemic, the call center averaged around 54,000 calls per year. In 2019, ...
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Even though there are conflicting recommendations about when a woman should start having a mammogram, at the Breast Center at Midland Health, we continue to follow the American College of Radiology’s recommendation of a yearly mammogram at the age of 40. But is the age of 40 when a woman should start thinking about breast health? A young woman should start doing monthly breast self-exams at the age of 20. This is to help train her brain what her normal tissue feels like and to help a young lady d...
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This 2 hour class is designed to help new moms get started with breastfeeding. The class is taught by certified lactation nurses and covers the basics of breastfeeding. It will include getting started breastfeeding in the hospital, pumping and storage of breastmilk. Only one ticket needed per mom and support person. Dates subject to change, please check back for any updates. If you would prefer a self-paced option, contact Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org about our eClasses....
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This 2-hour course covers the basics of baby care with hands-on approach to help parents feel comfortable with their newborn. Infant CPR and choking first aid will also be taught and practiced. (This is not a certification CPR course.) Only one ticket needed per mom and support person. If you would prefer a self-paced option, contact Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org about our eClasses. Only one ticket needed per mom and support person. Dates subject to change. Pl...
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Midland Health is offering a FREE support group for all community members who are interested in learning about Diabetic and Cardiovascular Health. COACH Community Outreach and Cardiovascular Health - A group of people with Cardiovascular Disease sharing common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice. CODE Community Outreach for Diabetes Education - A group of people with Diabetes sharing common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encou...
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Midland Health is offering a FREE support group for all community members who are interested in learning about Diabetic and Cardiovascular Health. COACH Community Outreach and Cardiovascular Health - A group of people with Cardiovascular Disease sharing common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice. CODE Community Outreach for Diabetes Education - A group of people with Diabetes sharing common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encou...
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Temporarily, no live web or in-person classes are available, however, you can register here and a video link for the class will be emailed to you. Please contact Amber in Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org with any questions. This FREE webinar outlines the AAP and NIH recommendations for safe infant sleep.
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Temporarily, no live web or in-person classes are available, however, you can register here and a video link for the class will be emailed to you. Please contact Amber in Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org with any questions. Infants cry. Some infants cry a lot. What is the period of PURPLE crying, and what can you do?
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Temporarily, no live web or in-person classes are available, however, you can register here and a video link for the class will be emailed to you. Please contact Amber in Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org with any questions. This FREE Class discusses infant/child safety at home including products, household, and food safety according to the AAP guidelines.
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Midland Health is offering a FREE support group for all community members who are interested in learning about Diabetic and Cardiovascular Health. COACH Community Outreach and Cardiovascular Health - A group of people with Cardiovascular Disease sharing common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice. CODE Community Outreach for Diabetes Education - A group of people with Diabetes sharing common experiences or concerns who provide each other with encou...
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Temporarily, no live web or in-person classes are available, however, you can register here and a video link for the class will be emailed to you. Please contact Amber in Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org with any questions. Infants cry. Some infants cry a lot. What is the period of PURPLE crying, and what can you do?
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Labor & Delivery Tour is currently virtual. You can view the video here: https://www.midlandhealth.org/main/pediatrics-and-womens-services or on our YouTube channel at: https://youtu.be/eloqBAsnLOs Or email the address below to have the link sent to your email. Please contact Amber in Childbirth Education with any questions at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org
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Temporarily, no live web or in-person classes are available, however, you can register here and a video link for the class will be emailed to you. Please contact Amber in Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org with any questions. This FREE Class discusses infant/child safety at home including products, household, and food safety according to the AAP guidelines.
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Temporarily, no live web or in-person classes are available, however, e-classes are available for purchase at 50% off. The e-classes Understanding Birth, Understanding Your Newborn, and Understanding Breastfeeding are self-paced and you will have 9 months to access the information once you set up your account and begin the classes. To register for the classes and get instructions on how to pay, you can email Amber at Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org. The Prices are: Understa...
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Temporarily, no live web or in-person classes are available, however, e-classes are available for purchase at 50% off. The e-classes Understanding Birth, Understanding Your Newborn, and Understanding Breastfeeding are self-paced and you will have 9 months to access the information once you set up your account and begin the classes. To register for the classes and get instructions on how to pay, you can email Amber at Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org. The Prices are: Understa...
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Temporarily, no live web or in-person classes are available, however, e-classes are available for purchase at 50% off. The e-classes Understanding Birth, Understanding Your Newborn, and Understanding Breastfeeding are self-paced and you will have 9 months to access the information once you set up your account and begin the classes. To register for the classes and get instructions on how to pay, you can email Amber at Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org. The Prices are: Understa...
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Temporarily, no live web or in-person classes are available, however, you can register here and a video link for the class will be emailed to you. Please contact Amber in Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org with any questions. This FREE webinar outlines the AAP and NIH recommendations for safe infant sleep.
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This free class is an opportunity for parents and caregivers to view infant CPR and choking rescue steps using the AHA recommendations. This is NOT a certification class. Link to the web class will be send prior to time of class. Contact Childbirth Education at childbirtheducation@midlandhealth.org with any questions.
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Midland Health and LifeSpring Home Care and Hospice have partnered to bring the community, Midland Health at Home . Calvert Home Health, an affiliate of LifeSpring Home Care and Hospice, will now join Midland Health to create a seamless home health delivery of care model that is one of its kind in the Permian Basin. “The partnership to bring our residents Midland Health at Home solidifies our commitment to expanding the continuum of care for our patients,” said Stephen Bowerman, President of Midland Hea...
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The Problem Nearly 7 million people in the U.S. are currently living with a chronic wound, and that number is only expected to grow. Today, one in four families has a family member with a chronic wound. People living with a chronic wound may experience chronic pain, social isolation, depression and anxiety, and are at risk for hospitalization, infection and even amputation. Chronic wounds affect 14.5 percent of Medicare beneficiaries each year, generating more than $50 billion in annual associated healt...
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One of the most important nutritional recommendations for overall health is taking an adequate amount of daily dietary fiber. You might be surprised to know that 97% of Americans do not get the minimum daily fiber requirements in their diet. We are a “fiber deficient” population. The average American adult eats 10-15 grams of fiber, which is less than half the daily requirement. If we could get Americans to just eat the minimum recommended daily intake of fiber-containing foods, we could save our countr...
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Today, the Midland Memorial Hospital Endoscopy team alongside Dr. Indira Donepudi performed the first MiVu™ procedure in the State of Texas. Diversatek Healthcare developed the MiVu™ Mucosal Integrity Testing System. MiVu™ is the only system available to doctors that provides real-time data of mucosal integrity during routine endoscopy. That shows if a patient has gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), EoE, or NON-GERD in just two minutes. This procedure could prevent the need for multiple...
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Pivot First, Quit When You're Ready. Written by: Pivot That’s right. Don’t quit smoking today*. But today is the Great American Smokeout! Isn’t quitting today the whole point? Well, not exactly. Understanding why is really important for you and/or the people who smoke in your life. So, read on... The American Cancer Society has been running the Great American Smokeout (GASO) for over 40 years. GASO began as a campaign to encourage people who smoke to quit for one day, cold turkey. It wa...
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Effective immediately, all patients seeking the Monoclonal Antibody Infusion Treatment will need to contact the Odessa Infusion Center, operated by the State of Texas. The clinic is located at 500 N. Washington, Suite 700 in Odessa. Appointments can be made by calling 432-640-2022 Criteria for inclusion of the treatment is outlined in the attached flyer. The Outpatient Treatment Center at Midland Memorial Hospital will no longer be administering the monoclonal antibody treatment. We are grat...
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February is American heart Month, and each year we are reminded to focus on our heart health. This year, instead of merely managing our heart disease, let us focus on how to prevent, treat and reverse it. Yes, I am talking about reversing heart disease. It is not new information; we have known about this for about 40 years, but it has somehow not trickled into mainstream medical practice. Midland Health, in its commitment to making Midland the healthiest community in Texas, is excited to annou...
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Midland Health has a steady supply of the Pfizer vaccine. With the demand from the current phases waning, if time slots are available, we would encourage anyone age 16 and over to schedule an appointment. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied with a parent/guardian. It is extremely important that we get vaccines in arms to achieve our ultimate goal of herd immunity (enough people vaccinated to produce community protection). To self-schedule, visit midlandhealth.org/schedulemyvacc...
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Effective Monday, March 8, the Midland Unified Command Team will launch a self-scheduling platform for mass vaccination site volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering at our mass vaccination site, visit midlandhealth.org/vaccine. To begin your volunteer registration, click on the blue "Volunteer Self-Schedule" button. Volunteers will be given the opportunity to choose the day and timeslot of their choice. Once you have chosen a date and time, click the "Submit and Sign Up" button. Please provide...
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Effective Monday, February 15, the Midland Unified Command Team will open a second Mass Vaccination Site at Golf Course Road Church of Christ Family Center, 3500 W. Golf Course Road. We will continue administering to Phases 1A and 1B individuals by appointment only. The Midland County Horseshoe Backstage location, 2514 Arena Trail, will remain open for second dose administration. If you received your first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at the Horseshoe Backstage location, you will return to that sa...
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On January 25, the first Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) procedure was performed at Midland Memorial Hospital. Dr. Mark Davis (Interventional Cardiologist), Dr. Kirit Patel (Cardiovascular Surgeon), and the cardiovascular team at MMH’s Heart Institute, successfully completed their first TAVR procedure on a patient with aortic valve stenosis using the Medtronic EvolutPro Transcatheter Heart Valve. Aortic Stenosis (AS) is one of the most common heart valve diseases in adults. AS is a narrowi...
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For Immediate Release Contact: Adrian Vega Education Partnership of the Permian Basin 432-498-0150 | Cell: 214-288-9188 All 3 Midland/Odessa Hospitals Participating in Reading Initiative MMH joins MCH, ORMC for POWER – Power of Words and Early Reading MIDLAND/ODESSA – POWER is announcing its partnership with all three Midland/Odessa hospitals, beginning January 1, 2021. Midland Memorial Hospital will join previous partners, Medical Center Hospital and O...
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Midland Health is authorized to provide a new treatment for newly-diagnosed, high-risk COVID-19 patients, Bamlanimivimab. This is an experimental antibody treatment that could help prevent hospitalization in high-risk patients. Patients must meet criteria from each of the following areas: Patients must have a positive COVID test less than 72 hours old AND symptoms cannot have been present more than four (4) days (cannot be asymptomatic). Patients must ALSO have one of the following: Obesity (BMI&...
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Proceeds will benefit Pink the Basin CME, CNE, and ASRT hours will be offered. For more information contact Charliss Rodgers, RN, CN-BN 432-221-3220 Charliss.Rodgers@midlandhealth.org This will include the following events: Let’s Get Back to Screening 2020 Jess Dalehite, M.D. Radiologist Personalized Care for High Risk Patients and Those with Mutations Jenifer Dumire, BSN, RN, CN-BN,CVRN-BC, Genetics Nurse Navigator Lymphedema: A Chronic Side Effect of Breast Cancer Treatment Kristen Ueeck, PT, OPT, CLT...
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On Tuesday, September 1, 2020 Wall Street Pediatrics and the Midland Community Healthcare Services Pediatric Clinic will be joining together at the Midland Health West Campus, 4214 Andrews Highway. The clinic will be located on the third floor of the West Campus. The MCHS Pediatric Clinic phone numbers will be used at the new location, 432-697-4747. The MCHS Pediatric Clinic location on Delano will be closing. The transition will include the practices of Dr. Irina Remsburg, Dr. Chandan Maz...
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The world is facing a historical event, that society hasn’t seen in 100 years. With the coronavirus spreading in every country, followed by economical loss and social disconnection, the body, mind, and spirit can become overwhelmed by the constant stressors that seem to be endless this year. Leaving behind a plethora of emotions such as, anxiety, fatigue, depression, insomnia, disconnection, and even physical pain. Feelings of hopelessness, fear, and distrust of others begins consuming every...
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The Lifestyle Medicine Center offers weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, food addiction, stress management, and much more. Each class is $5 and online registration is required. FAQs Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes, please bring your printed ticket with you. How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Please call the Lifestyle Medicine Center at (432) 221-5433.
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The Midland Health Breast Center and Texas Oncology will host the Second West Texas Breast Symposium on Saturday, October 19, 2019. CME and CNE will be available. Registration fee is $50 for Non-MMH Employees, NP's, PA's. For MMH employees, the fee is $30. For physicians, the registration fee is $75. All event proceeds will benefit Pink The Basin. You can register by calling Charliss Rodgers at (432) 221-3220 or email charliss.rodgers@midlandhealth.org. Please make all checks out to Pink The ...
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Midland Health welcomes the digital tomosynthesis unit, a new dimension in breast cancer detection. Performed with digital mammography, breast tomosynthesis takes multiple images of the entire breast. This advanced process makes it easy and more accurate for both physicians and patients. The Breast Center is the only full-service breast imaging center in town. Breast tomosynthesis is a breakthrough in mammography. Benefits include: -- Earlier detection of small breast cancers -- Greater accuracy in pinp...
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Join us on Saturday, August 13, 2016 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. to celebrate the grand opening of the Midland Health Community Garden. The garden is located at 4214 Andrews Hwy. on the Northeast corner of the Midland Memorial West Campus. Take a tour of the garden plots, purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from local farmers and learn how to start a garden at home with tips from the Permian Basin Master Gardeners. At 1:45 p.m. there will be a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Midland Chamber of Commerc...
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On July 1, the Midland County Hospital District Police Department (MCHD PD) will unveil their new teddy program. The program was created by Chief Kenny Taylor and Officer Johnny Valderaz when they saw a need for children who visit Midland Memorial Hospital as a patient or as a child who has witnessed a traumatic event. The bears are meant to comfort the children during their time of distress. The teddy bears will also be carried in the hospital police vehicles of the officers for situations that may ari...
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We are pleased to introduce the launch of our new healthcare blog . The blog will be updated biweekly with articles written by Midland Health nurses, staff and physicians covering various health topics. There is a lot of medical content on the internet these days, but it’s difficult to know which sources to trust. We promise to only publish articles that are accurate and up-to-date on topics like dermatology, heart health, joint care and orthopedics, overall health and wellness, pregnancy and childbirth...
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The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force just released a new recommendation for annual lung cancer screenings using low-dose computed tomography (CT). Their recommendation specifically identifies those aged 55-80 years old who have smoked the equivalent of a pack of cigarettes daily for 30 years. “By screening those at high risk, we can find lung cancer at earlier stages when it is more likely to be treatable,” said Task Force Chair Virginia Moyer, M.D., cautioning that screening “is not an a...
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Midland Memorial Hospital’s pledge for over 60 years has been to deliver quality healthcare to the residents of Midland County and the Permian Basin. This month, the hospital furthered that commitment by adopting cutting edge technology to clean hospital rooms. The V-360+ UV Room Sanitizer from UltraViolet Devices, Inc. (UVDI) is now deployed to provide superior surface disinfection in patient rooms, operating rooms and other areas of the hospital. The V-360+ in use at MMH is a mobile...
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1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer 1 in 36 will die of the disease Midland Memorial Hospital is challenging their employees to “Pink-Out” the Hospital as a way to increase employee awareness of the importance to have mammograms. Employees, who are eligible to have a mammogram, wear pink on the last Friday of every month until October, when they wear pink on every Friday in support of breast cancer awareness. Employees who are male or too young to have their mammo...
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2014 U.S. Olympic bobsled athlete, Johnny Quinn, will make an appearance at the Wellness Tour on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015. The Midland Wellness Tour kicks-off at 8:30 a.m. at Centennial Plaza where Johnny Quinn, will join Mayor Jerry Morales, Midland Health president and CEO Russell Meyers and Midland ISD Superintendent Dr. Ryder Warren, as they declare the third Saturday in September as Midland's Healthy City Day. At 11:00 a.m., Johnny Quinn will speak inside of the Midland Center about what it takes t...
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Midland Memorial Hospital specializes in many services, including women’s health. National Quality Measures for Breast Centers (NQMBC) has recognized Allison Women’s Imaging (AWI) as a Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence. AWI is the only breast imaging center in the Permian Basin and one of the three centers in the state of Texas with this distinguished recognition. Regular screenings and visits are important. Our medical team offers a wide range of services, including the following: Screening...
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As part of the mission to make Midland the healthiest city in Texas, Midland Health is creating a community garden. The garden will have approximately 34 garden plots, allowing individuals and families to plant and harvest their own organic produce. The cost to rent a garden plot is nominal, only $32 per year or $16 per half-year. Midland Health has been working with the Permian Basin Master Gardeners on this project. "The Master Gardeners have been a huge asset. They've helped us with the garden logist...
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