CHCS clinics recognized as Patient-Centered Medical Home
January 27, 2021
Categories: Community health news, General, News
Community HealthCare System clinics in six northeast Kansas locations were recently recognized as achieving Patient-Centered Medical Home status by the National Center for Quality Assurance, or NCQA. PCMH is a model of healthcare delivery focused on treating the whole patient through the lifespan.
“The PCMH designation means that our clinics are set up to offer a higher quality of care. When a patient visits, our care teams focus not just on one episode of care they are providing...
Phase 2 COVID-19 vaccinations begin in northeast Kansas
January 22, 2021
Categories: Community health news, General, News
Community HealthCare System is collaborating with public health authorities in four counties to begin Phase 2 of COVID-19 vaccinations.
Although plans are proceeding, vaccine supply from the state is limited. Vaccine supply will grow in the coming weeks, but patience will be required as healthcare providers and public health departments work through the planning and distribution process.
CHCS patients who are interested in receiving the vaccine should do the...
Michelle Budreau named Lead Respiratory Therapist
January 21, 2021
Celebrate National Popcorn Day with a healthful snack
January 19, 2021
By Holly Schmitz, registered dietitian and CHCS Nutrition Services manager
January 19 is National Popcorn Day. Did you know there are many health benefits to eating popcorn?
It's high in fiber and contains polyphenols, a type of antioxidant. It also contains about 8% of the daily value of iron. The fiber in popcorn makes it more satisfying. The antioxidants contain anti-inflammatory properties and can protect against cancer and cardiovascular...
Simple tips to keep your child's development on track in a challenging time
January 13, 2021
Categories: Community health news, News
By Ashley Edelman, speech therapist: COVID-19 has undoubtedly caused many difficulties for families this past year. Children in our surrounding communities are also facing many new challenges. Quarantines, remote learning, COVID-related illness, and general disruptions to routine ways of living have taken a toll.
Children are dealing with increased social isolation from peers and family members and disruptions to everyday school routines, which puts them at risk for loss of language...
Andy Barnes to join CHCS as full-time provider in February 2021
January 11, 2021
Categories: General, News, Provider story
Andy Barnes, APRN, will be joining Community HealthCare System full-time in February 2021. Barnes previously worked on an as-needed basis and provided care in the Emergency Department and family practice clinics at CHCS for two and a half years and continues with Stormont Vail Emergency Room, where he has been for more than 15 years. In his new role at CHCS, Barnes will work three days a week in Centralia Clinic and Onaga Clinic, plus continue to be on call one weekend per month.
“We...
