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The CDC is reporting cases of West Nile Virus (WNV) again this year. As of September 29, 2025, there have been 1,137 cases reported within the US, with 742 being neuroinvasive, and fourty-two states are reporting confirmed cases. Texas has 41 cases thus far with 2 cases recorded in Midland County. West Nile is transmitted seasonally via infected mosquito bites, and the Midland Health department has confirmed WNV in mosquitoes within the county beginning in early May. The virus is transmitted by an infec...
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In recent years, suicide mortality rates for people 15-44, 60-64, and 80-84 years old experienced an increase in suicide rates in Texas. Still, suicide is a public health crisis that affects individuals of all ages, races, sex, and social status. The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention has reported a death by suicide in Texas approximately every two hours. It is important to be aware of possible warning signs that may be present in those experiencing suicidal thoughts as it is vital to prevention...
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When Lynda Sanchez first arrived in Texas, fresh from the cool climate of Edmonton, Alberta, she stepped into a world unlike anything she’d ever known. Enveloped by the blazing sun and the rugged charm of West Texas, she wasn’t sure what to expect. Little did she know; the land was filled with more than warmth in temperature—it brimmed with kindness, chivalry, and an unparalleled sense of community. Lynda’s arrival at the Midland airport 32 years ago could have been unremarkable, just another stop on he...
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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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Did you know? Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States suffers a stroke. That’s nearly 800,000 Americans every year affected by this sudden, potentially deadly event. Stroke is the 5th leading cause of death and the leading cause of long-term disability in the United States. What exactly is a stroke? There are 2 main types of stroke. An ischemic stroke, which is the most common type, occurs when there is a blockage in a blood vessel preventing flow to a particular part of the brain. A hemorrhagic ...
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When most people think of malnutrition, they often picture poverty-stricken regions in developing countries. However, malnutrition is a serious and often overlooked public health issue right here in the United States — including Midland, Texas. Malnutrition isn’t just about lack of food. It means deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in nutrient intake. This can appear as undernutrition (low body weight, muscle loss), overnutrition (metabolic problems and muscle loss in overweight/obese individuals), nut...
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In a continuing effort to protect otherwise healthy West Texas teens from sudden cardiac arrest and prevent the profound tragedy associated with most such occurrences, Midland Health has partnered again with Championship Hearts Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit agency, to provide a FREE Teen Heart Screening on August 2, 2025 at Midland Memorial Hospital. The FREE heart screening includes a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) and a limited echocardiogram (ECHO), two tests not typically part of standard pre-pa...
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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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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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November is a fantastic month of service, remembrance, and thankfulness. Midland Health and Midland Memorial Hospital have always given back to the community, especially around the holidays. As health professionals, we have a special place in our hearts for acts of service and kindness. Our willingness to volunteer for over 40 organizations around the Permian Basin is not just in service of others; it also helps us. Volunteering is a legacy practice as a hospital employee, not for the reasons you might ...
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"I had no idea it was there. I never felt anything." Contrary to popular belief, many women are diagnosed with breast cancer without actually feeling a lump and it's not until screening breast imaging when they find out about their cancer. Those are the stories I hear in my clinic that lets me know breast cancer screening works. At its most recent update, the United States Preventative Task Force (USPSTF) lowered the recommended age at which women should start breast cancer scree...
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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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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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We've teamed up with area healthcare partners to create Midland Health. Working together, we can make a lasting impact on our community by improving the health of our people.
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During the month of April, we take time to raise awareness of the life-saving impact of organ and tissue donation and to recognize individuals affected by donation – whether through the act of giving or receiving the gift of life. Many misconceptions about organ and tissue donation and the procurement process can create barriers to finding suitable donors. Every day in the U.S. an average of 17 people die because there aren’t enough donor organs. To promote a better understanding of how donation w...
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As we recognize Doctor’s Day, we have an opportunity to pause and reflect on something that can easily be taken for granted until we need it most: the presence of skilled, compassionate physicians in our community. In Midland, doctors do far more than diagnose illnesses, perform procedures, or round in the hospital. They care for families across every stage of life. They deliver babies, treat injuries, manage chronic disease, guide patients through cancer treatment, respond to emergencies in the middle ...
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Obesity across America continues to be a public health crisis. Approximately 40.3% of U.S. adults are classified as obese as of recent CDC data. Midland Health's vision is to make Midland the healthiest community in Texas. Midland Health’s efforts to achieve this vision are by focusing on preventative care, holistic health, and addressing chronic diseases. In 2026, Midland Health is relaunching a new Weigh to Success. The new Weigh to Success is a multidisciplinary weight management pro...
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Making Midland the Healthiest Community in Texas is Midland Health's vision. In order to work towards our vision, we need to understand the community's health needs first. In 2025, Midland Health completed a new Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA). The CHNA is a systematic, data-driven approach to determining the health status, behaviors and needs of the residents in Midland County. The CHNA begins with an extensive process of gathering quantitative and qualitative data, surveys with key informants...
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Sports are an incredible way to stay active and are great for your health and mood. But let’s be honest, injuries happen! The good news? Most common sports injuries can be avoided with the correct preparation and awareness. Here’s a quick guide to the most common sports injuries and what you can do to prevent them. 1. Sprains and Strains Sprains happen when ligaments (the tissues connecting bones) get stretched or torn, often in your ankles or wrists. Strains affect muscles or tendons, like your hamstri...
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With the start of high school and college football on our doorstep, an important consideration for athletes are head injuries. Concussions are a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a blow to the head or body that causes the brain to move rapidly within the skull. In sports, especially contact sports like football, soccer, hockey, and rugby, concussions are common and potentially dangerous if not identified and managed properly. Sideline concussion evaluation plays a crucial role in rec...
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At Midland Health, a quiet marvel has arrived, bringing with her the promise of safer deliveries and empowered healthcare professionals. Her name is Jackie, and while she’s not a person, she represents the heart of Midland Health’s mission to innovate, care, and save lives. Jackie (MamaAnne) is a simulator made by Laerdal Medical, the newest addition to the hospital’s training arsenal, equipped with cutting-edge features that will help nurses, doctors, and staff prepare for ...
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What is an Advance Directive 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 are carried out should the person not be able to communicate. The four types of advance directives are Directive to Physicians and Family or Surrogates, Medical Power of Attorney, Out-of-Hospital Do-Not-Resuscitate Order and Declaration of Mental Health Treatment. Understanding the four types of Advance Directives The Directiv...
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Midland Memorial Hospital welcomes your service animal during your inpatient or outpatient visits to any of our facilities. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) defines a service animal as a dog individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The task(s) performed by the dog must be directly related to the person’s disability. Service animals are not pets but rather working animals that help ensure the safety of people with disabilities. Pets are not allowed an...
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Midland Health is seeking community members to partner with to advance best practices. One way that has shown to be effective is the utilization of a Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC). In a PFAC, volunteer patients and families provide valuable insights to hospitals. There is a wide range of topics that PFACs discuss to ensure that multiple perspectives are taken into account. This allows an opportunity for the views of patients and clinicians to be better understood. Midland Health is eager to...
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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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Recent research has shown that when asked directly after a healthcare appointment or hospital stay, one out of two patients will need clarification about what they were told about their condition at the time of the visit. Medical jargon, an overload of information, and other factors result in patients not understanding or following their doctor’s instructions or the information they are given while sick and in the hospital. Midland Memorial Hospital, to help patients and their family members feel confid...
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Midland Health has partnered again with Championship Hearts Foundation to provide a free teen heart screening this summer for the youth in and around Midland. The mission of Championship Hearts is to prevent sudden cardiac death in the adolescent population. By screening for unrecognized heart conditions, we also strive to provide reassurance for young athletes and their families. Cardiac disease is the number one cause of death in the US, yet the adolescent population is not generally screened for hear...
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Each year, we celebrate #HAVhope Friday to raise awareness about the efforts of America's hospitals and health systems in preventing violence. This year, on June 7th, the American Hospital Association (AHA) marks our eighth annual Hospitals Against Violence #HAVhope Friday with a spotlight on the SAVE Act (H.R. 2584/S. 2768), bipartisan legislation aimed at protecting healthcare workers from workplace violence. Did you know that healthcare workers are five times more likely to be victims of workplace vi...
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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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What’s Great About Your New Behavioral Health Center? Multiple outdoor spaces and natural light to connect people in the facility with the environment, including a natural playa on the site. Facility and landscape design features that respect and enhance the natural environment, including drought-tolerant plants and extensive rainwater capture capability. Capacity for 200 inpatients, with adequate separation to safely support a variety of diagnoses and a full range of ages, from children to senior adult...
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Midland Health offers a convenient , safe, and secure way for our community to dispose of unwanted OTC and prescription medications. Did you know storing unwanted and expired medications in the home increases the risk of misuse and places children, seniors, and pets at 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 down the drain, or flus...
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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 prevent sudden cardiac death in the adolescent population. By screening for unrecognized heart conditions, we also strive to provide reassurance for young athletes and their families. Cardiac disease is the number one cause of death in the US, yet the adolescent population is not generally screened for heart abnorm...
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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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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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Maternal Mental Wellness Program By Lisa McGee, LMSW, QMHP-CS Midland Memorial Hospital offers a maternal mental wellness program. The program serves mothers considered extremely low to moderately low income. It serves those who are at risk for postpartum depression or other mental health issues, admitted to the hospital due to miscarriage or stillbirth, or have an infant in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). Moms are assessed and connected with appropriate support to promote and assist wit...
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The physicians and staff of Permian Cardiology have been providing compassionate and knowledgeable cardiac care since 1981. Permian Cardiology staff consists of three Cardiologists, one Physician Assistant, one Advance Practice Nurse, six Registered nurses, and amazing support staff. With the ever-changing healthcare environment, we understand the desire to obtain personal care by qualified, trusted providers. As a long established and well respected, board-certified, interventional cardiology practice ...
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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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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 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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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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Most people are not prepared for the end of life. With advances in life expectancy, decreasing mortality thanks to public health, sanitation and modern medicine, end-of-life issues are increasingly pushed to the back burner. Over the past hundred years, death has shifted from being viewed as a natural certainty to a catastrophic event. And despite the advances in medicine, technology and the overall health of the population, one figure has remained unchanged – human mortality remains a steady 100%. If a...
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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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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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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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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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