CHCS resumes surgeries, other services May 4
April 30, 2020
Categories: News
Community HealthCare System is set to resume surgeries and wellness visits at its hospitals and clinics on May 4. Many restrictions and precautions will remain in place to protect patients and staff from COVID-19, but those who need care no longer need to wait.
Like other healthcare facilities, Community HealthCare System, or CHCS, postponed non-emergency surgeries, yearly checkups, and other elective procedures when the statewide stay-at-home order was issued and the COVID-19...
Protecting mental health via telemedicine
April 24, 2020
Categories: News, Provider story
Dr. Dagoberto Heredia provides psychiatric care for patients of all ages with a range of problems, and he sees patients at the Holton Family Health Center three days each week. He helps children, adolescents, adults, and the elderly find the right medications to treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, schizophrenia, and other issues. He usually has one or two new patients each week, and he sees steady demand for mental health services, which he provides in both English and Spanish.
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CHCS confirms COVID-19 case
April 23, 2020
Categories: News
Laboratory test results have confirmed that a patient who was treated at the St. Marys Clinic has tested positive for COVID-19. This is the first case in a Community HealthCare System, or CHCS, facility.
CHCS has been preparing for the arrival of COVID-19 for quite some time.
“We knew it was just a matter of time before this occurred,” said Todd Willert, CHCS CEO.
“We have been preparing for COVID-19, and we’re confident in our associates and...
Telemedicine is 'just like talking to a friend on the phone'
April 21, 2020
Categories: News, Provider story
Stay-at-home orders and an abundance of caution mean that many patients don’t want to visit clinics right now, and Community HealthCare System supports efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19. But sometimes a visit shouldn’t be delayed, so CHCS is offering a new way for patients to connect with their providers.
Telemedicine allows patients to have an office visit with their provider using a phone, tablet, or computer. CHCS began offering telemedicine appointments...
At-home workouts
April 3, 2020
Categories: Community health news
While our Fitness Centers and other area gyms and recreational facilities are closed because of the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be looking for home workout options. Our experts shared some ideas, including fun "this-or-that" or "flip-a-coin" workouts. All of these exercises can be done easily at home and without specialized equipment.
Thanks to Allison Thomas from our Holton Fitness Center and Lyndsi Morton from our Frankfort Fitness Center for their help. Click on the links below...
