Set a good example by getting your colonoscopy
March 16, 2023
Categories: News, Patient story
Wade Talley, Centralia K-12 principal, is pictured here with his beautiful family. He recently took his provider's advice and had a colonoscopy to screen for colorectal cancer. Wade agreed to share his experience. Here's what he said.
"I'm 46. Dr. Weiser said I should do it. I had a clean bill from the screening."
"We've had teachers here who have been directly affected by [colon cancer]. For me, it wasn't about me, but I have kids and a...
CHCS to hold Health Fair April 29 in Holton, St. Marys
March 9, 2023
Categories: Community health news, News
No matter your age or health status, regular screenings are important. Community HealthCare System will make it easier to obtain those screenings on April 29 with a Health Fair in both St. Marys and Holton.
The Health Fair will offer low-cost labs from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. in both locations. Individuals can receive a complete blood count, chemistry panel, thyroid screen, cholesterol panel, and hemoglobin A1c for diabetes screening for $25. A prostate specific...
CHCS receives High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier Recognition for second straight year
March 6, 2023
Categories: News
Community HealthCare System has continued its commitment to improving the health of moms and babies by earning High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier recognition for the second straight year. High 5 for Mom & Baby is a program developed by the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund to increase and support breastfeeding in Kansas.
“We’re honored to receive this recognition from the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund for our efforts to support successful breastfeeding....
Visit Onaga Community Hospital for April 6 Open House
March 3, 2023
Categories: News
Community HealthCare System invites patients and community members to visit Onaga Community Hospital on Thursday, April 6 for an Open House in the new Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and Community Home Care Equipment space. The area was recently remodeled, and visitors will be welcomed from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. to learn more about available services, meet staff, and enjoy refreshments.
Blood pressure checks and CPAP education will be available along with coupons and giveaways....
Colonoscopy 'nothing to be afraid of'
March 1, 2023
Categories: Patient story
Olivia Hoffman is only 19 years old, but she’s already had a colonoscopy. Screening for colorectal cancer doesn’t usually begin until age 45, but because an older sister experienced some health problems and a colonoscopy revealed multiple polyps, the rest of the family was advised to get checked out.
Olivia and other family members came to Community HealthCare System in Onaga. Olivia said her colonoscopy was easier than she thought it was going to be.
“Everyone...
Schedule your colonoscopy today!
March 1, 2023
Categories: News
Let’s get the bad news out of the way: Colorectal cancer is among the most common cancers in the U.S., following breast cancer, prostate cancer, and lung cancer on the list. The good news is that, according to the American Cancer Society, the rate of people being diagnosed with colon or rectal cancer each year has dropped overall in the last several decades because more people are getting screened and making positive lifestyle changes.
March is Colorectal Cancer...
