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Midland Memorial Hospital accomplished a great deal in Fiscal 2013, highlighted by the opening of the long-awaited Dorothy and Clarence Scharbauer, Jr Patient Tower. The support offered to Midland Memorial Hospital by the people of Midland County, both donors and taxpayers, has been nothing short of phenomenal. The staff and physicians of Midland Memorial Hospital are privileged to serve our great community, and look forward to continued improvement in years ahead. Take a look at the highlights of the p...
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In 2015, we debuted the new Midland Health brand and logo, as well as our new mission, vision and core values. Since then, a few changes have been made and we are already seeing a positive impact on our county health ranking as a result. In 2016, we built a community garden to provide the community with an affordable way to grow fresh produce and promote healthy eating. Our garden was created as a template for other organizations to use and build more gardens across Midland. Plant-based meals are now av...
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By now, hopefully you have noticed the new Midland Health logo around town and in our educational materials. It was officially unveiled at a special hospital week ceremony in May of 2015. Much more important than the rollout of the new logo is what it stands for. Our new mission, Leading Healthcare for Greater Midland, primarily means that we are accepting the responsibility to coordinate the resources it takes to make us the healthiest community we can be. We are expanding our footprint to include a bi...
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In 2017, we continued to further our vision to make Midland the healthiest community in Texas by opening a new Lifestyle Medicine Center at our West Campus. This center offers a holistic approach to managing sickness, as well as offering preventative care. The center also offers The Ornish Program - a noninvasive and scientifically-proven program shown to reverse heart disease through diet and lifestyle. We are one of only 4 medical facilities in Texas to offer it. Stay tuned as we continue to expand ou...
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We're proud of all we accomplished at Midland Memorial Hospital in 2014. We continued enhancing our facility while maintaining our focus on improving the quality of care we provide. Our efforts were recognized once again. In 2014 by leading national organizations. Financially, we achieved significant net income increases over 2013. Some of this can be attributed to the growth in inpatient and outpatient volume we saw in 2014. All of us at Midland Memorial are honored to serve our community and will cont...
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In 2018, we continued on our path to make Midland the healthiest community in Texas. Our Lifestyle Medicine Center expanded their program offerings to include yoga sessions, Community CHIP (Complete Health Improvement Program), weekly educational classes on various lifestyle medicine topics, and a special Eat to Beat Cancer class series. The center is also the only facility in Texas to offer the Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease —a noninvasive and scientifically-proven program shown to reverse ...
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Join us for the fourth annual Wellness Tour, taking place Tuesday, July 31st through Saturday, August 4th. This cross-city health and wellness week is produced in part by Midland Health, the City of Midland, Midland College and MISD. Here is a brief overview of events: Burn calories with free workouts at local gyms and studios Free health screenings, walk-through heart exhibit and education at Midland Memorial Hospital Back-to-school immunizations at the Midland Health Department Mom and Kiddos stroller...
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Keeping up its tradition of encouraging employees to follow the highest of standards, Midland Health announced today that it will be participating in Corporate Compliance & Ethics Week, organized each year by the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics & Health Care Compliance Association (SCCE & HCCA). As a part of its efforts Midland Health will provide tools and resources to engage employee participation with compliance and ethics awareness. Corporate Compliance and Ethics Week ...
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Join us for the third annual Wellness Tour, taking place Wednesday, August 16th through Saturday, August 19th. This cross-city health and wellness weekend is produced in part by Midland Health, the City of Midland and Midland College. Here is a brief overview of events: Burn calories with free workouts at local gyms and studios Free health screenings and health education at Midland Memorial Hospital and Coleman Clinic Back-to-school immunizations at the Midland Health Department Mom and Kiddos str...
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May is National Stroke Awareness Month. Join us for the annual Stroke Walk and help us raise awareness for stroke! This city-wide walk is fun for the whole family and friends. When: Saturday, May 14 9 a.m. - Noon Where: Midland College 3600 N. Garfield St. Midland, TX Learn CPR, how to spot the signs of stroke and much more. Walk in honor or in memory of a stroke victim you know. We'll see you there!
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Join us for the fifth annual Wellness Tour, taking place Tuesday, July 30th through Saturday, August 3rd. This cross-city health and wellness week is produced in part by Midland Health, the City of Midland, Midland College and Midland ISD. Here is a brief overview of events: calories with free workouts at local gyms and studios Young Lions Ninja Warrior Obstacle course at Scharbauer Sports Complex for kids ages 5-17 Blood drive, farmers market, free plant-based food samples and education at Midlan...
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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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What: Healthy U 2013 When: Saturday, October 12, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Midland Center Midland Memorial Hospital is proud to host its 12th annual Healthy U Health and Wellness Expo in conjunction with the Midland Reporter Telegram. We hope you will join us Saturday, October 12th, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Midland Center in Midland, TX. Admission is free and there will be great information and door prizes. Healthy U is a premier health education and wellness eve...
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Join us Wednesday, Aug. 10 - Saturday, Aug. 13 for the second annual Wellness Tour, an event promoting health and wellness throughout the entire area of West Texas. Over 30 events will be taking place throughout these four days, encouraging healthy eating habits, exercise, immunizations and much more. View our video at https://youtu.be/TTDv6AkWS0k . To learn more, visit www.midlandwellnesstour.com . Wednesday, Aug. 10: Kick-Off Day Wet 'n' Wild with the Midland Fire Dept. 4 pm. to 7 p.m. at C.J. Kelly P...
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Join us for the eighth annual Wellness Tour, starting tomorrow through July 16th. Promoting health and wellness resources to the greater Midland community. This jam-packed health and wellness week is created and organized by Midland Health with the help of City of Midland, Midland ISD, Healthy City, Midland College, Keep Midland Beautiful and more. Here is a brief overview of events: Play Park and Recs bingo all week and enter in for prizes on Saturday Stop by Midland College's open house at...
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The seventh-annual Wellness Tour is back in-person and better than ever. The schedule for this jam-packed health and wellness week is full of fun events for the whole family. Join Midland Health from July 27 through July 31 at a variety of locations in Midland. Here is a brief overview of the events: Burn calories with free workout classes and passes at local gyms and studios; Take an interpretive hike with Sibley Nature Center; Be a blood hero and donate at the Midland Health Blood Drive; Play yard gam...
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The sixth annual Wellness Tour is going virtual through Saturday at the Midland Memorial Hospital Facebook page. Activities include: --free virtual workout with the YMCA --workouts for the whole family with FIT4MOM --hike with Sibley Nature Center (Social distancing measures will be enforced.) --free virtual screening of the IndieFlix film “Like” --stress management practices offered by Lifestyle Medicine Center --virtual seminar “Milk: It Does a Body Harm” --Keep Midland Beautiful’s virtual event ...
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The sixth annual Wellness Tour is going virtual. The jam-packed health and wellness week will have events for the whole family. Join us online Sept. 22-26 by following the Midland Memorial Hospital Facebook page to stay engaged throughout the week. Here is a brief overview of the events: --Burn calories with free a virtual workout with the YMCA. --Take a hike with Sibley Nature Center. Social distancing measures will be enforced. --Join Midland Healthy Minds for a free virtual screening of the IndieFlix...
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Join us for the sixth annual virtual Wellness Tour, starting today through September 26th. This jam-packed health and wellness week is produced in part by Midland Health, the City of Midland,Midland ISD and Keep Midland Beautiful. Here is a brief overview of events: Burn calories with a free virtual workout with the YMCA Workout offerings for the whole family with FIT4MOM Take a hike with Sibley Nature Center. Social Distancing measures ...
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Midland County Hospital District - Initial Assessment Resolution Final Approved Map Midland County Hospital District Plan A, April 28 2022 District 1 - 7 Midland County Hospital District Plan A, March 28 2022 Demographics Report - Detailed 2020 Census Total Population Demographics Report - Detailed 2020 Census Voting Age Population Demographics Report - Summary 2020 Census Total Population Demographics Report - Summary Census Voting Age Population
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Please click on any of the below links to access more information. Redistricting 2022 Agendas May 23, 2024 Board of Directors Agenda April 25, 2024 Board of Directors Agenda April 16, 2024 Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center Agenda March 28, 2024 Board of Directors Agenda February 29, 2024 Board of Directors Agenda February 27, 2024 Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center Agenda February 1, 2024 Board of Directors Agenda January 30, 2024 Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center Agenda November, 30...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED A LINK WILL BE SENT TO THE EMAIL PROVIDED WHEN SIGNING UP." Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being....
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* THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED AN EMAIL LINK WILL BE SENT TO THE EMAIL PROVIDED AT SIGN UP* Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-bein...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques su...
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Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques such as deep breathing, gentle movement, and mindfulness, you will gain the power t...
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Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques such as deep breathing, gentle movement, and mindfulness, you will gain the power t...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques su...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques su...
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Midland Health proudly recognizes all 258 of our board-certified nurses on Certified Nurses Day, March 19th, 2023. A ceremony will be held for all certified nurses on March 20th in the O’Shaughnessy Garden at 10:00 AM that will include a roll call and pinning. Certified Nurses Day is an annual celebration held on March 19th that recognizes and honors the achievements and contributions of nationally board-certified nurses. The recognition day was established by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (A...
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Demonstrating Community Need As part of the Affordable Care Act, tax-exempt hospitals are required to complete a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) once every three years. In 2019 and again in 2022, a CHNA was conducted and identified the greatest health needs in our community. The 2022 report includes a comprehensive assessment of Midland County, Texas. The analyses include a careful review of the most current health data available, demographics and input from numerous community representat...
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To report any concerns of Midland Memorial Hospital, please contact our compliance team at (432) 221-4964. You may also file a complaint with the Texas Department of State Health Services at https://www.dshs.state.tx.us/hipaa/ . Submit a complaint to DNV
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As flu season approaches, please prepare by getting your annual flu vaccine. It is an important preventative measure to help protect against influenza this season. Click here to download flu shot information.
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THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED AN EMAIL LINK WILL BE SENT TO THE EMAIL PROVIDED AT SIGN UP* Prevent injury and train better by strengthening and lengthening opposing muscles of the body. Help unravel muscular imbalances that come from day to day activity that, in turn, will allow more productivity in your workouts.
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THIS IS A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED AN EMAIL LINK WILL BE SENT* 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.
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The health of a community is unique. A thumbprint of its make-up, it tells the story of the many unique and wonderful facets housed within its borders as well as opportunities for growth. Midland Health conducts a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) every four years to survey the overall health of Midland County. The CHNA for fiscal years 2020-2022 was completed in August 2019. The assessment included an extensive health data collection process and interview methodology. The results of ...
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Midland Memorial Hospital will celebrate the legacy of Florence Nightingale on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at 12:00 p.m. in the Scharbauer Patient Tower main lobby. During this time, the hospital will award its first annual Midland Memorial Hospital Nightingale Award to one Midland Memorial Hospital nurse. Florence Nightingale is known for turning the practice of nursing into a profession and for her support in the nursing and medical industries. The award will be given to a nominated ...
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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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Midland Health proudly recognizes our many board-certified nurses on Certified Nurses Day, March 19 th , 2024. A ceremony will be held for all certified nurses on March 19 th in the Hospital Lobby to mark the occasion and pin our newly certified nurses. Certified Nurses Day is an annual celebration held on March 19th that recognizes and honors the achievements and contributions of nationally board-certified nurses. The recognition day was established by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to...
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The City of Midland Health Department is currently conducting their investigation on one new confirmed case of COVID-19 in Midland County. This report brings the overall case count to thirteen. The thirteenth confirmed case is a male in his 20s, who was tested by a private provider. The male is self-isolating at home. The source of exposure is related to travel within the United States. The City of Midland Health Department will continue to monitor the individuals in accordance with the CDC. ### M...
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The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses recognizes the special work that nurses do every day to go above and beyond for their patients. It was established by the DAISY Foundation – which stands for diseases attacking the immune system – in memory of J. Patrick Barnes who died from an auto-immune disease known as Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura. Midland Memorial Hospital presents one Daisy Award monthly and special, annual awards. All award recipients are recognized at the annual awards presentation...
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Long before COVID-19 cases were diagnosed in Midland in March 2020, the Trump Administration implemented a Public Health Emergency (PHE) related to the COVID-19 virus, effective January 31, 2020. This PHE is finally set to expire on May 11, 2023. According to the Department of Health and Human Services, since the Omicron variant was at its height in January 2022, the nation has seen daily COVID-19 reported cases drop 92%, COVID-19 related deaths drop by over 80% and new COVID-19 hospitaliz...
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Every year in April, we recognize individuals who give the gift of life through organ, tissue, and eye donation. April is National Donate Life Month, and this year Midland Memorial Hospital will host its 3 rd Annual Donate Life Event on Friday, April 14 recognizing individuals who have made the lifesaving decision to donate. On this day, we will raise the Donate Life Flag and have a butterfly release in honor of our donors. Friday, April 14 is National Donate Life Blue Green Day, and we en...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques su...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques su...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques su...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques su...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques su...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques su...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques su...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* Did you know that high levels of stress can cause increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, and altered sleep patterns? Approximately 33% of people report feeling extremely stressed. There are different types of stress, all of which carry physical and mental health risks. Practicing stress management can calm all the systems of the body and help to bring balance to your health and well-being. By learning techniques su...
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Learn about vision boards through the Lifestyle Medicine Center *THIS IS A VIRTUAL CLASS OFFERED AT NO CHARGE*
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As of today, Monday, November 23, 2020, the Midland Memorial Hospital Trauma Service Area has reached seven consecutive days with the number of COVID-19 hospitalized patients over 15% of the total hospital capacity. Pursuant with Governor Abbott’s Executive Order GA-32, any business that is currently allowed to operate at 75% must now operate at 50%. Bars and similar establishments that aren’t restaurants have to close. Bars that applied to the TABC to serve food can remain ope...
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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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* THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED AN EMAIL LINK WILL BE SENT TO THE EMAIL PROVIDED AT SIGN UP* You have heard of the head coach of the Dallas Cowboys, Have you heard of a Health and Wellness Coach? The Lifestyle Medicine Center offers weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, stress management and much more. At the LMC here in Midland, Texas, professional health coaches are assisting people to reach their best health and well-being. Come and learn ...
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* The Lifestyle Medicine Center offers weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, food addiction, stress management, and much more. About this class: Join us as we discuss how to set your children up for a healthy life. We will discuss recipes and techniques to help your child develop a healthy foundation and really embrace the idea of making good choices for their bodies.
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* THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED AN EMAIL LINK WILL BE SENT TO THE EMAIL PROVIDED AT SIGN UP* Step into the Healing Power of the Body with Specialized Breathing and Visualization Techniques. Incorporating these into Your Everyday Life will Soothe the Nerves and Create Equilibrium in Your Body and Mind. The class will include a lecture, a practice, and discussion.
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THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED AN EMAIL LINK WILL BE SENT TO THE EMAIL PROVIDED AT SIGN UP* Stress or over-activity causing tightness and stiffness to your neck, shoulders, and back. Learn how to release tension in this part of the body the often carries "the weight of our world" through gentle stretching moves that can be used everyday. The class will include a lecture, a practice, and discussion. Wear movable clothing - no dresses or skirts.
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*THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AT NO CHARGE AND ONCE REGISTERED, WE WILL SEND YOU THE EMAIL LINK* "Learn tips to make plant-based choices the easier choices" Advice on plant-based shopping, cooking, and how to read nutritional labels." The Lifestyle Medicine Center offers weekly educational classes on various topics related to nutrition, chronic disease, food addiction, stress management, and much more.
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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. About this Class: Are you Interested in Physical Restoration, Mental Clarity, and Emotional Well being? If you answered yes, then this Class About Quality Sleep is for you. Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? Yes How can I contact the Organizer with any questions? Please call the Lifestyle Medicine Center at (432) 221-54...
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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. About this class: Diabetes, ADD, depression and obesity affect more kids today than ever. Discover how real foods can help prevent common health problems for your children. Keep your kids energized, focused, happy and healthy by learning the types and amounts of foods kids need for growth, metabolism, and well-being. FAQs Do I have to ...
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How you begin and end your workout is just as important as the exercises themselves. Learn the proper and safe way to warm-up and cool down during exercise, as well as important benefits and how these can strengthen and enhance your personal workouts. This class will include a lecture, practice and discussion. Wear movable clothing - no dresses or skirts. All props will be provided.
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Why Work harker when you can work smarter? Proper physical form during exercise can prevent injury, boost performance and conserve energy. Bring consistency to your workout while engaging the correct muscles, reducing overcompensation and creating space to breathe fully. The class will include a lecture, a practice, and discussion. Wear movable clothing - no dresses or skirts. All props will be provided. **This is a zoom class at no charge.
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 1 in 8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer sometime in their lifetime It is estimated in 2017 alone, 252,710 women will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer along with 63,410 being diagnosed with non-invasive breast cancer. So, breast cancer touches all of our lives in some way. Whether it is our self, our relative, our co-worker or our church associate, someone we know and are close to will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Those first days of ...
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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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Midland Memorial Hospital’s Volunteer Auxiliary Department has origins that are deeply rooted in the Midland Community and dates back to January 1950. The organization’s main purpose is to provide volunteer assistance for non-professional tasks within the hospital. Another component of this invaluable department is the funding, they provide to Midland Memorial Hospital, for the purchase of medical equipment. Our exceptional volunteers have contributed over $20 million in equipment and volunteer hours (c...
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The BRAVO Award Our team of employees welcome your feedback! The BRAVO program allows patients, families and guests the opportunity to tell us if we’ve gone above and beyond while receiving care at Midland Health. We share the BRAVO compliments with our team members, include their name on a monthly Service Excellence List and our BRAVO Committee recognizes at least one employee monthly who’s been extraordinary in making patient and family experiences exceptional. Thank you for allowing us to care for yo...
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The Midland Health Community Garden opened on August 13, 2016. The garden is approximately 13,000 sq. ft. and features 34 individual plots, 2 keyhole gardens and 3 wheelchair-accessible raised planters. The garden is located on the Northeast corner of the F. Marie Hall Outpatient Center (formally known as West Campus) at 4214 Andrews Highway. We are proud to provide community members with an accessible location to practice a healthier lifestyle by growing their own fresh produce. For information about t...
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The Heart Institute at Midland Memorial Hospital has been dedicated to providing cardiac care for Midland and surrounding areas for over twenty years.
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Midland Health has made several advancements towards providing an even higher level of care for children and infants in the Permian Basin . In 2020, our state-of-the-art Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) opened. The NICU at Midland Memorial Hospital is a 18 bed unit and partners with Pediatrix to help care for our patients requiring neonatal services. A neonatologist is available 24/7 to provide care for more premature infants alongside our expe...
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Midland Memorial Hospital is proud to announce that it has been awarded a prestigious Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade of B, reflecting the institution's commitment to patient safety and high-quality healthcare. The Leapfrog Group, a national organization dedicated to healthcare transparency and safety, recently released its biannual Hospital Safety Grade report, assigning grades to hospitals across the country based on their performance in preventing medical errors, injuries, accidents, infections...
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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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Midland Health offers a free support group for all community members interested in learning about diabetic and cardiovascular health. COACH (Community Outreach and Cardiovascular Health) is a group of people diagnosed with Heart Disease who share everyday experiences or concerns and provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice. CODE (Community Outreach for Diabetes Education) is a group of people with diabetes who share everyday experiences or concerns and provide each other with encourage...
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The ninth-annual Wellness Tour is back to promote all the health and wellness opportunities Midland offers the community. The schedule for this jam-packed health and wellness week is full of fun events for all ages and the whole family. All activities are free, or organizations provide a discount for their services throughout the week of the Wellness Tour. Join us Thursday to kick off Wellness Tour at Centennial Park for a Field Day. Ninja Nation Obstacle Course and Interactive Resource Fair will return...
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On Thursday, December 17, 2020, Midland County received a letter stating "Under the criteria laid out in GA-32, your area, TSA J, no longer meets the definition of a high hospitalization area and so may again conduct elective surgeries and reopen to the higher levels allowable under GA-32." This means that businesses are allowed to operate at 75% capacity. From GA-32 "Bars or similar establishments that hold a permit from the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC), and are not restaurants as defined...
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The importance of colon screenings is published widely across the internet, doctor offices, television screens, radio commercials, and the list goes on. Colonoscopies are often the “butt” of a joke, a complaint, and sometimes viewed as an inconvenience. Often, published health information is not targeted at gender specific medical advice. This article is specific to the male gender and the importance of a screening colonoscopy. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, men...
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Nurses, the lifeblood of our healthcare systems, are in increasingly short supply signaling a code red for the Texas Legislature currently meeting in Austin. If you or a family member need or will need care in a Texas hospital, nursing home, home care program, clinic, rehabilitation or behavioral health hospital, the State Comptroller warns the shortage might affect the timely availability of that care. The stresses of the pandemic and retirement of baby-boomer age nurses have left the healthcare system...
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The following is a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs). If you have a question not listed below, please call the hospital's main line at (432) 221-1111 and we will be happy to assist you. Questions: Where is Midland Memorial Hospital located? What is the main phone number? When is the hospital open? What floor am I looking for in the Scharbauer Patient Tower? I am a visitor. What rules should I be aware of? Where is the Testing Center? What does the Testing Center offer? Where is the security wind...
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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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Midland Health offers several programs that support your personal and professional goals, plus a variety of medical, dental and other benefit options that provide the coverage that best suits you. Health and Wellness Health Insurance/Medical Coverage Midland Health offers a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) to help you cover a wide range of medical services. These services include office visits, hospitalization, labs, x-rays, and prescription drugs. An HDHP is ...
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Midland Health has adopted the vision statement that Midland will be the healthiest community in Texas. With that in mind, please spend a few minutes and consider men's health and the relationship to the health of our community. According to national health statistics, men die roughly five years earlier than do women. In 2019, 30 million women and 24.1 million men were aged 65 and older. That's 125 women for every 100 men. At age 85 and older, this ratio increased to 178 women for every 100 men 2020 Pro...
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Midland Health Looks to the Future With dramatically lower numbers of acute and convalescing COVID-19 patients in the hospital, and large-scale testing and vaccination efforts behind us, Midland Health can focus on the future of healthcare in Midland for the first time in over a year. While we have a wide variety of projects underway, three major initiatives will do the most to shape our future. Master Facilities Plan Development of the Scharbauer Tower was intended to provide a long...
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Midland Memorial Hospital has been designated as a Level III Maternal Facility by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS). The Level III designation is awarded to hospitals that provide comprehensive care for complex medical, surgical and obstetrical conditions for pregnant and postpartum patients. “This designation is a testament to our community that we have the expertise to provide quality and compassionate care to every mother and baby that comes in our doors,” says Tonia Burtenshaw, MS...
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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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*FREE VIRTUAL CLASS* Why work harder when you can work smarter? Proper physical form during exercise can prevent injury, boost performance and conserve energy. Bring consistency to your workout while engaging the correct muscles, reducing overcompensation and creating space to breathe fully.
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Learn about a healthy way to lose weight through the Lifestyle Medicine Center. *THIS IS A VIRTUAL CLASS OFFERED FREE OF CHARGE*
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"THIS WILL BE A ZOOM CLASS AND ONCE REGISTERED AN EMAIL LINK WILL BE SENT TO THE EMAIL PROVIDED AT SIGNUP." The Holidays are a time full of hustle, bustle, and temptations. Navigating lifestyle changes during this time, can be difficult, but it doesn't have to be impossible. Join us for tips and ideas to get through the Holidays. FAQs Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? No How can I contact the organizer with any questions? Please call the Lifestyle Medicine Center at (432) 221-5433.
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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 City of Midland Health Department is currently conducting their investigation on 21 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Midland County, bringing the overall case count to 222. The 202nd confirmed case is a male in his 50s who was tested by a private provider. The male is currently self-isolating at home. The source of exposure is contact to a known case. The 203rd confirmed case is a female in her 20s who was tested by Martin County Hospital. The female is currently self-isolating at home. The confir...
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Learn how to reduce the risk of colon cancer. 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...
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Today, Midland County, the City of Midland and Midland Memorial Hospital confirmed Midland County's second COVID-19 related death. The patient, a female in her 70s, was being treated at Midland Memorial Hospital. The patient passed away on April 12, 2020. No other details will be released at the request of the patient's family.
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The Midland Memorial Hospital Auxiliary will celebrate 70 years on January 14, 2020. The celebration will take place at 11:00 am in the Hospital's Main Lobby. The 86 Charter Members from 1950 will be highlighted, along with Auxiliary Past Presidents. Between 1950 and 2019, Auxiliary members have given 1,549,440 hours of time to the community of Midland. At a value of $12.00 an hour, that adds up to a total of $18,593,280.00. In addition to time, the Auxiliary gives gifts of equipment to the hospital. Th...
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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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Mammography is the main test used to find breast cancer in women who do not have symptoms and is the only screening test that has been shown to reduce the number of women who die from breast cancer by about 30%. However, breast MRI is the most sensitive method of finding breast cancer, especially in women who are at a very high risk for breast cancer, meaning greater than a 20-25% chance of developing breast cancer in their life. So women at very high risk are recommended to have both a yearly mammogram...
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The prestigious American Journal of Nursing has given its Book of the Year Award for Professional Interests to Building a Culture of Ownership in Healthcare by Joe Tye and Dr. Bob Dent. Tye is CEO and Head Coach of Values Coach Inc., a consulting and training firm headquartered in Solon, Iowa. Dent is Chief Operating and Chief Nursing Officer of Midland Memorial Hospital and also the 2018 President of the American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE). “Back in 2016, Joe and I gave a presentation at t...
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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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Today, Midland Memorial Hospital is celebrating Certified Nurses Day by honoring its board-certified nurses. These 169 nurses, with more than 222 certifications, will be recognized for their professionalism, leadership and commitment to excellence in patient care. Where: Midland Memorial Hospital Patio by The Market 400 Rosalind Redfern Grover Pkwy. Midland, TX When: Monday, March 21, 2016 12:30 p.m. Certified Nurses Day honors nurses worldwide who contribute to better patient outcomes through national ...
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Midland Memorial Hospital has received several awards recognizing the hospital and its personnel for our great patient care. We have received these awards because of teamwork. There are many people including doctors, nurses, technologists and pharmacists who make these teams work well for our patients; but the most important person on this team is you , the patient. 2024 Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work in Healthcare Level II Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA) Becker's Healthcare L...
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Midland Memorial Hospital is committed to providing health care services consistent with the very highest standards of ethics and integrity. Each employee, volunteer, student, business associate, and physician has a personal obligation to uphold our standards and Code of Business Ethics. Complying with federal and state regulations are essential and demonstrate excellent business and health care practice. The privacy and protection of our patients’ confidential medical information demonstrates to our pa...
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Midland Health has partnered with the Midland Rape Crisis Center to provide care for women and men of all ages who have been sexually assaulted. The S exual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through Emergency Services. This program is located in a separate area of the emergency room in Midland Memorial Hospital, specifically designed for sensitive, confidential care. The Midland Rape Crisis Center provides advocacy ...
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It's no secret that nursing and other related healthcare fields face shortages. Filling staffing needs is becoming increasingly difficult nationwide, especially in the Permian Basin. In a 2018 study, the supply of RNs in Texas by 2032 is expected to be in deficit by 57,000 RNs. Vacancy rates across Texas continue to rise, with the latest numbers from hospitals across the state showing over 14,000 open positions. While many initiatives, such as increasing wages, using travel nurses, and creating better w...
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"He who has health has hope, and he who has hope has everything." -Anonymous With the close of 2023 on the horizon, I challenge you to take a health inventory. How did you do in 2023? Did you make your health a priority? Only YOU can make your health a priority. The better your health, the better your overall quality of life. Our health and wellness should not be an afterthought; in 2024, be proactive and not reactive. If it has been a few years since your last checkup, I challenge you to prioritize thi...
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Midland Health is dedicated to keeping the community informed and educated as we receive new information regarding the COVID-19 vaccine. We know there are many questions and we hope these FAQs will provide helpful insight. Midland Health esta dedicado en mantener a la comunidad informada y educada, así como vayamos recibiendo nueva informacíon tocante la vacuna con...
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Would you like to thank a healthcare hero or share an uplifting story about a Midland Health experience? You can help us inspire and light the way for health by sharing your message below!
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Notice About 2023 Tax Rates 2023 Tax Rate Calculation Notice of Meeting to Vote on Tax Rate
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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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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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In May, Midland Memorial Hospital was named a 2023 Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work. This honor is restricted to 150 organizations across the country, and only 75 of those are hospitals or insurers. The recognition of being named a Modern Healthcare Best Place to Work is a remarkable achievement that highlights our organization's commitment to creating an exceptional workplace culture and prioritizing the well-being of our employees. In the same week, Midland Memorial was accredited a fourth time a...
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Nurses Week 2023 is just around the corner, and it's time to celebrate the backbone of healthcare – nurses! The American Nurses Association (ANA) also recognizes the entire month of May as Nurses Month with the theme “You make a Difference.” Nurses truly make a difference by influencing healthcare and making a positive impact in the lives of their patients, families, and communities. Midland Health will celebrate Nurses Week May 6th through 12th, 2023, along with other healthcare facilities, organizatio...
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The National Academies of Practice (NAP) is pleased to announce the election of Brandon “Kit” Bredimus, DNP, RN, CPEN, CNML, NE-BC, CENP, NEA-BC, FACHE, FAONL, FNAP as a Distinguished Fellow in the Nursing Academy. Class of 2023 Fellows were welcomed into the National Academies of Practice during the awards and induction ceremony in Washington D.C. on April 1, 2023. Founded in 1981, the National Academies of Practice advances interprofessional education, scholarship, research, practice and public...
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Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common form of dementia, and the risk is real, one in three seniors die with a form of dementia. The National Institutes of Health has spent billions of dollars on Alzheimer's research already. Let’s face reality; when it comes to stopping or reversing Alzheimer's disease, the current success rate is zero. Some experts believe the focus on developing a cure in the form of a single drug is wrong. Alzheimer’s is a complex chronic disease of aging, and a single agent may not...
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Food as medicine prioritizes food and diet in an individual's health plan, with the goal of either preventing, reducing symptoms of, or reversing disease processes. “You are what you eat.” “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” “The greatest wealth is health.” “Let food be thy medicine, thy medicine shall be thy food.” These are all sayings we are familiar with. Health care professionals worldwide recognize the impact one’s diet plays in an individual’s health. The world is facing a global epidemic of ...
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Midland Health is pleased to recognize Dr. Carol Boswell for being named a Texas Nurses Association "25 Outstanding Nurses of 2022" award winner. Boswell has been with MMH as a nurse researcher for many years and has assisted on multiple projects and publications. Dr. Rebekah Powers nominated Boswell to honor her dedication to nursing practice and contributions to research. "Dr. Boswell has not only co-authored a book on evidenced based practice and research but has taken it to the next leve...
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This month, Midland Health is recognizing and celebrating National Nurses Month along with Nurse Week (May 6-12) and National Hospital Week (May 9-15). May is also Mental Health Awareness month and Midland Health is supporting the national movement to raise awareness about mental health, fight stigma, provide support, educate the public, and advocate for policies that support people with mental illness and their families. Throughout this month, we are promoting healthy living and the balance of mind, bo...
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Respiratory therapy … not always the first thought in your mind when considering a health care profession. The fact is, you may not even know what a respiratory therapist (RT) does. Although the COVID pandemic has shed much needed light on our profession, I don’t believe the general public knows us like we would like. The pandemic has also shown us that we need to grow the number of RT’s in the United States and around the world. I have been involved in the respiratory therapy field in some capaci...
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On Monday, November 9th the City of Midland City Council approved funding for Midland Health to expand testing for COVID-19 in our community. Due to this funding, on Tuesday, November 17th, the West Campus drive thru testing site will offer expanded hours. The hours of operation will be Monday thru Friday from 8:30am to 11:30am and 12:30pm to 8pm and Saturday from 9am to 1pm. If you have been exposed or are symptomatic, please call 68Nurse to schedule an appointment to be tested at the Midla...
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On Wednesday, December 9th Midland Health will open a second testing site with financial assistance from the City of Midland. The second site will be located at the City of Midland MLK Center, 2300 Butternut Lane. The hours of operation will be Monday thru Friday from 12:30 to 4:30pm. If you have been exposed or are symptomatic, please call 68Nurse to schedule an appointment to be tested at either the Midland Health West Campus or City of Midland MLK Center. These testing resources are available ...
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and ODESSA, Texas, July 22, 2021 – Encompass Health Corp. (NYSE: EHC) and Midland Memorial Hospital today announced that Medical Center Hospital of Odessa has become a joint owner of Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Midland Odessa , an 80-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital that has served the Midland-Odessa region for 27 years. Medical Center Hospital of Odessa’s partnership became effective on July 1, 2021. “We are pleased to partner with Medical Center Hospital of Odessa...
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Midland Memorial Hospital has received the Mission: Lifeline® Silver Receiving Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart Association for the treatment of patients who suffer severe heart attacks. Every year, more than 250,000 people experience an ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), the deadliest type of heart attack, caused by a blockage of blood flow to the heart that requires timely treatment. To prevent death, it’s cr...
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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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Many programs exist to address physical health, but they don't address the unique needs of each individual. In addition, there is rarely mention of mental, or spiritual health—vital elements in establishing happiness. Any sound physician would argue that your physical health suffers if you are neglecting spiritual and mental well-being. So why are these other facets largely ignored? Midland Health is proud to offer Better U, a unique holistic lifestyle medicine program addressing all three branches of h...
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Midland Memorial Hospital has received the Mission: Lifeline® NSTEMI Gold Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart Association for the treatment of patients who suffer heart attacks. The American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline program’s goal is to reduce system barriers to prompt treatment for heart attacks, beginning with the 9-1-1 call, to EMS transport and continuing through hospital treatment and discharge. The initiative ...
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Alisha Hitt joined the team at Midland Memorial Hospital at the beginning of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Alisha has always enjoyed art and murals. She decided to put her talents to use by hand painting a Halloween mural in bright colors for staff and patients on the Oncology Unit. Due to the rising number of COVID-19 patients, the Oncology Unit was getting transitioned to a COVID overflow floor. Halloween decorations started to be replaced by PPE for the physicians and nurses that were going to b...
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The Midland Memorial Hospital Pharmacy is proud to announce the implementation of Baxter's DoseEdge Pharmacy Workflow Manager. The new Workflow Manager system will advance patient safety to new levels within the pharmacy operations at MMH. The program allows us to standardize preparation steps in the sterile IV compounding room and create more uniform processes among users. The system will also allow us to automate compounding calculations. This kind of standardization and automation will even furt...
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Midland Memorial Hospital recently installed a sharps disposal kiosk for easy and safe disposal of sharps. Safely disposing of sharps can eliminate the potential for injury or unintended use. This is a free service offered to the community with no questions asked. Access to the sharps disposal kiosk is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The kiosk is designed to accept all commonly used sharps. These include needles, syringes, lancets or fingerstick devices, auto injec...
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Living in Midland, you always hear that there is nothing like a West Texas sunset – which is very true. Well, there is also nothing like the UV rays from that same sun. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States, with 1 in 5 Americans developing skin cancer. The most common type is basal cell carcinoma. Every day, nearly 20 Americans die from skin cancer; the vast majority of these are melanoma skin cancers. Unfortunately, we all love to be outside and, in the sun, but expo...
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When facing heart disease, it can be related to genetics, lifestyle or other factors. However, one thing you can do is educate yourself on heart disease and the resources available in your community. People with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, who smoke and/or have a family history of heart attacks are at risk of building up plaque in their arteries. Usually we prevent plaque from building up by diet, exercise and/or medications. In some patients, the plaque builds up so much that they ...
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When you come to The Breast Center there is a new component that will be included in your care. You will be given a tablet and asked some questions about your personal and family health history. Your answers to these questions will determine if you qualify for genetic testing. Since everyone does not need genetic testing, this determination is made based upon criteria from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines. From the answers to these questions, we will know whether you qualify fo...
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In this era of a pandemic, it’s common to wonder if it is safe to go to the local Emergency Department. This was something we at Midland Health took seriously when we looked at what processes were already in place and how we could change these processes to ensure the safety of our patients in this new challenge. Some of the things we as a hospital have done is requiring masking of all staff, patients and visitors upon entering the facility, regardless of the reason you came in. This simple requirement h...
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Changing our behavior is not easy. Unfortunately, when it comes to changing health behavior, we live with many fallacies that become reasons for discouragement and disappointment, ultimately affecting our self-esteem. Every January, millions of people pay for gym memberships only to “fall off the wagon” by mid-February. We now have more tools and devices at our disposal than ever that can help track our daily steps, food choices, sleep, fasting time and other activities. There is no lack of information ...
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Our main goals at The Breast Center are first and foremost to detect breast cancer as early as possible, and secondly, to provide personalized care. To provide this personalized care, we must really get to know our patients. There are many ways that we provide personalized care. We recommend that women who have dense breast tissue have a screening dense breast ultrasound. Women who do not have dense breast tissue, do not require this test. One size definitely does not fit all. Another way that we ...
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Midland Memorial Hospital clinical laboratory scientist Ann Johnson has turned her job into her hobby, she said. Johnson switched from working full time to part time two years ago and continues to love her work, she said. “It’s the only thing I want to do,” she said. “I love putting the tubes in the machine and looking at the results. Reporting them out and calling the doctors or nurses. I feel like it is a help to the patients and that’s my greatest joy: to know that I am doing something to help somebo...
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Heart disease can be scary but understanding the disease, and treatments can help you get back to life. Midland Memorial Hospital offers many advanced treatment options. One of these treatment options is for those with heart valve disease. How would you know if you have heart valve disease? Common symptoms are shortness of breath, chest pain or pressure and dizziness or fainting episodes with exertions. The average patient is older than 70. If you are of any age and experiencing these symptoms, please s...
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Midland Memorial Hospital is the first hospital in the Permian Basin to offer Mako SmartRobotics™. This advancement in joint replacement surgery offers an innovative approach to total and partial knee replacements at the Total Joint and Spine Center Total knee replacements in the United States are expected to increase 189% by 2030. The Total Joint and Spine Center prides itself in continually looking towards advanced technologies to give our patients and surgeons options when it comes to surgery. Mako S...
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Midland Memorial Hospital announces receipt of the Orthopaedic Center of Excellence designation from DNV GL Healthcare. Orthopaedic Center of Excellence designation affirms an organization’s excellence in the provision of diagnostic services, surgical services, and therapies related to orthopaedic care. “This designation assures our community that we have the ability to provide consistent, high quality orthopaedic care.” says Shari Phillips, Clinical Manager of the Total Joint and Spine Center. “The com...
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Midland Memorial Hospital has received the Mission: Lifeline® NSTEMI Gold Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures outlined by the American Heart Association for the treatment of patients who suffer heart attacks. The American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline program’s goal is to reduce system barriers to prompt treatment for heart attacks, beginning with the 9-1-1 call, to EMS transport and continuing through hospital treatment and discharge. The initiative ...
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The City of Midland Health Department is currently conducting their investigation on three new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Midland County, bringing the overall case count to 94. The 92nd confirmed case is a male in his 70s who was tested by Midland Health. The male is a resident at Midland Medical Lodge and is currently an inpatient at Midland Memorial Hospital. The source of exposure is contact to known case. The 93rd confirmed case is a male in his 40s who was tested by Midland Health. The male is ...
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The City of Midland Health Department is currently conducting their investigation on five new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Midland County, bringing the overall case count to 89. The 85th confirmed case is a female in her 80s who was tested by Midland Health. The female is a resident at Midland Medical Lodge and is currently an inpatient at Midland Memorial Hospital. The source of exposure is contact to known case. The 86th confirmed case is a male in his 30s who was tested by Midland Healt...
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Midland Health in its mission to make Midland the healthiest community in Texas is proud to announce the Diabetes Reversal Program is now being offered virtually. This is one of the only programs in our area that will offer a lifestyle-based approach to reverse diabetes. Recent studies show conclusively that with the proper lifestyle changes, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) can be successfully reversed and consistently put into full or partial remission. Like other leading killers— especially heart disease and hi...
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The City of Midland Health Department is currently conducting their investigation on one new confirmed case of COVID-19 in Midland County, bringing the overall case count to 67. The 67th confirmed case is a male in his 30s who was tested by Midland Health. The male is a physician who practices in the critical care unit at Midland Memorial Hospital. He is currently isolating at home. The source of exposure is contact to known case. Midland Health immediately tested this physician when notified of a fever...
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The City of Midland Health Department is currently conducting their investigation on one new confirmed case of COVID-19 in Midland County, bringing the overall case count to twelve. The twelfth confirmed case is a male in his 20s, who was tested by Midland Health. The male is an outpatient and quarantined at home. The source of exposure is to a known case. The City of Midland Health Department will continue to monitor the individuals in accordance with the CDC. ### Media Contact: Erin Bailey, Publ...
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The City of Midland Health Department is currently conducting their investigation on three new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Midland County, bringing the overall case count to eleven. All three of these confirmed cases were tested by Midland Health and all three are outpatients who are quarantined at home. The ninth confirmed case is a male in his 50s. The source of the males exposure is person to person contact within the household. The tenth confirmed case is a female in her 20s, th...
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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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Midland County Hospital District is aware of Governor Abbott’s Proclamation, allowing local jurisdictions to postpone May elections, and we are in discussion with state officials to fully understand the options available to the district and their implications. Any decision regarding the May election can only be made by the Board of Directors in a special called meeting, which we expect to schedule sometime next week. We will be happy to provide additional information as it becomes available.&...
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By Val Sparks, MSN, RN, CIC Infection Preventionist at Midland Memorial Hospital If you’ve ever ha d the common cold it is most likely caused by a seasonal common human coronavirus. Most individuals get infected with one or more of these viruses at some point in their life. However, this should NOT be confused with the Coronavirus Disease-2019 (COVID-19) that we are hearing about in the news and is infecting thousands across China and J apan. The common...
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By: Michelle Garcia Executive Director of Championship Hearts Foundation Midland Health is hosting a free teen heart screening for the youth in our community through a partnership with Championship Hearts Foundation . The mission of Championship Hearts is to reduce the incidence of sudden cardiac death in Texas teens. C ardiac disease is the number one cause of death in the US, yet the adolescent population is not one that is usually screened for heart abnormalities. The le...
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On March 28, Midland Health in collaboration with Championship Hearts Foundation, will be providing free heart screenings to students between the ages of 14 and 18. The event will be held from 9 AM to 1:00 PM inside the Aqua Entrance to Midland Memorial Hospital off Illinois Avenue. Athletes, cheerleaders, marching band students, drill team members and those who participate in vigorous exercise are encouraged to get their hearts screened for possible deadly genetic heart conditions such as hypertrophic ...
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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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Midland Memorial Hospital is proud to announce the American Nurse Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation in Practice Transition Programs awarded the MMH RN Fellowship program Accreditation with Distinction. The RN Fellowship team was joined by hospital administration and hosted a Facebook Live event when the call was received with much celebration! This makes MMH one of only three health care facilities in the world to have dual Practice Transition Program Accreditations with Distinct...
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It is simple, call 68Nurse on your phone that is 686-8773. You can rest assured that our nurses are available anytime and are able to provide you with quality information to receive the best medical care for your condition! Nationally, B/Victoria viruses are the most common followed by A (H1N1) virus. The predominant virus varies by region and age group. There seems to be low circulation of A (H3N2) and B/Yamagata virus. The current season quadrivalent influenza vaccine covers 2A strai...
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68Nurse has been serving the Permian Basin community for over 11 years. If you have ever utilized the nurse hotline, you are aware of just how valuable this resource has been. 68Nurse is a free 24-hour call service providing medical advice given by a registered nurse. The nurses give free medical advice, but they also help with medication questions, home care advice, and local resources offered for various healthcare conditions . Recently 68Nurse has been instr...
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Midland Health now offers a convenient , safe, and secure way for our community to dispose of unwanted OTC and prescription medications. Did you know s toring unwanted and expired medications in the home increases the risk of misuse and places children, seniors, and pets a t risk for accidental poisoning? Each year, over $1 billion worth of leftover drugs are thrown in the trash, flushed, or relegated to medicine cabinets. When drugs are disposed of in the garbage, poured ...
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At Midland Health and throughout healthcare organizations, Medical Assistants and Patient Care Assistants play a vital role in the patient journey. They provide a key element of the patient experience to continually move the clinical operations forward. The main difference between the two are the location of the role either being in a clinic or a hospital setting. Regardless of the location, they both are a fundamental valued role in delivering direct patient care. The clinical insight to be able to not...
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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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