"A mammogram saved my life"
September 27, 2019
Categories: Patient story
Karen Elliott was not supposed to get breast cancer. She was not genetically predisposed and had only a 3 percent chance. But a routine mammogram in June 2007 found evidence of breast cancer.
Luckily, her cancer had not advanced past her lymph nodes. After a partial mastectomy, chemotherapy, and radiation, Karen looks back years later and is thankful that she took time for cancer screening.
“If I hadn’t had a mammogram, I don’t know how bad it would have been...
Welcome to Enrich
September 10, 2019
Here at Community HealthCare System, we aim to Enrich the Health and Lives of the People We Serve. As part of our commitment to that mission, we've established this blog. We will share stories, advice, and other content to help keep you healthy and informed.
We're also proud of our new website and hope you find what you need. Take time to explore our services and find information about our...
Breastfeeding provides 'perfect food' for babies
September 10, 2019
Categories: Community health news
Having a baby means new parents have a long list of questions and worries: Do we have the best car seat? Is the nursery stocked with the right supplies? Is our home safe enough?
Feeding a newborn is one area that shouldn’t cause worry. “Without a doubt, breastfeeding is the healthiest choice for moms and babies,” said Katie Kufahl, registered nurse and Birth Center manager at Community HealthCare System in Onaga.
August is National Breastfeeding Month, and...
Time is brain
September 10, 2019
Categories: Community health news
We often invoke sayings about the importance of time: time is of the essence, time flies, and time is money. When someone has a stroke, taking quick action can improve survival rates and outcomes, so it’s worth taking a little time to understand the warning signs and what to do when you or a loved one experience them.
A stroke occurs when a blood vessel carrying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is blocked or ruptures, causing brain cells to die. The American Stroke Association...
