Community Health & Wellness | Power County Hospital District

May 07 2019

Featured

New TeleStroke Services!

Power County Hospital District

emergency, stroke, telemedicine, telestroke

The Power County Hospital is excited to add Tele-Stroke services at the hospital! These services are now available as part of an affiliation agreement with the Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center (EIRMC) in Idaho Falls that will help ensure that local residents and surrounding...

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May 20 2019

Free Physicals!

Power County Hospital District

free physicals, school, scout, sports

Power County Family Clinic and Aberdeen Family Clinic will have several FREE Physicals available for the community to take advantage of this summer! FREE Sports Physicals– The PCHD Clinics will now be offering FREE athlete sports physicals 3 times this year for boys & girls, to...

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May 07 2019

Allergy Preparedness!

Power County Hospital District

allergies, astham, spring

Spring is finally here! But why does a weather change bring an assault of allergies that has many of us running to the doctor and pharmacy? The weather actually has a big effect on allergies and brings new triggers that lead to increases in symptoms. For most...

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Apr 10 2019

Lab Testing & Cookies!

Power County Hospital District

celebrate, lab week, techs

Need lab testing? Like cookies? Get both during Medical Lab Professionals Week that is April 21-27 at the Power County Hospital. We are celebrating with patients to thank our heroes in lab coats- those Lab Techs that help get us results! The Power County Hospital District wants...

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Apr 10 2019

Our Volunteers Rock!

Power County Hospital District

pink ladies, volunteers

April 7-13 is National Volunteer Week! We want to give a BIG THANK-YOU to all those that volunteer at our facilities! The Pink Lady Auxiliary, Junior Volunteers, area church members that do services, our piano players, Foundation members, Volunteer Coordinator- Luis Perez, & all those that...

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Mar 15 2019

Poison Prevention Week- March 18-24

Power County Hospital District

poison, prevention

Power County Hospital staff & providers want to remind parents about the upcoming Poison Prevention Week! More than 2 million poisonings are reported each year to the 61 Poison Control Centers across the country. More than 90% of these poisonings occur in the home...

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Mar 04 2019

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month!

Power County Hospital District

colorectal cancer, screenings

It’s a disease that many are familiar with and is sometimes called the silent killer. While it’s awkward for some to talk about, this month is the perfect time to bring it up with your doctor to discuss your screening test options, since March...

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Feb 11 2019

Cholesterol Test Basics!

Power County Hospital District

cholesterol, heart health, lab test

It’s American Heart Month- time to make sure your ticker is in top shape! A physical with your doctor is a good place to start along with some basic screenings to check your heart depending upon your age. The most common place to start...

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Jan 30 2019

Heart Healthy & Yummy!

Power County Hospital District

heart health, recipes

February is American Heart Month and so ironically we are celebrating with FOOD! And yes there are lots of tasty heart healthy options out there. We are highlighting four options for you to cook-up and tryout this month for a tasty breakfast, lunch, dinner,...

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Jan 07 2019

Local OB Services!

Power County Hospital District

baby, Conover, OB-GYN, prenatal

We are excited to have our physician, Dr. Scott Conover available for local OB-GYN care including prenatal and postnatal visits with baby deliveries coordinated at Portneuf Medical Center in Pocatello. Save yourself the substantial time and costs to schedule your monthly pregnancy visits here...

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Jan 07 2019

Winter Workout Rewards!

Power County Hospital District

winter, workout

Your New Year’s resolution is probably calling to lose weight and get in shape in 2019, so crawl out from under that blanket and reap the rewards of a cold weather workout! Many of us put our regular exercise routines on hold during the...

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Dec 03 2018

12 Days of Holiday Hazards!

Power County Hospital District

Tis the season for winter and holiday fun, but the hazards of the season can ruin everyone’s spirit, so remember to beware of these top 12 dangers with a familiar holiday tune… “On the twelfth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me…” ...

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Dec 01 2018

Facebook Holiday Giveaway!

contest, facebook, holiday, post

Your support of local health care and patience with all our renovations in the last year, makes us all feel truly blessed and excited for the future. We want to thank our community for all their support in 2018 with a little fun in...

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Nov 19 2018

Holiday Auction & Cook-off!

Power County Hospital District

auction, chili, Christmas, cook-off, Foundation, soup

Event, Health News

Feeling the Season Holiday Auction & Cook-off! Join us to kick-off the holidays for the PCHD Foundation’s Holiday Auction AND Chili-Soup Cook-off. Come vote for your favorite & compete in the Dessert Wars for tasty treats to take home! Lots of great Silent & Live...

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Nov 18 2018

Cold vs. Flu?

Power County Hospital District

flu, immunizations, vaccine

The fall chill has hit Southeast Idaho and with it, we are sure to begin seeing a rise in colds and flu. It’s not too late to get a flu vaccination to help prevent the onset of a serious influenza illness. Since many people continue to lump...

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Nov 07 2018

Holiday Pie Sale!

Power County Hospital District

pies, pink ladies

The Power County Hospital District Pink Ladies Auxiliary is having their annual Holiday Pie Sale! This is the perfect opportunity to save yourself some work & get some homemade pies (like grandma makes) to serve for the holiday season– Thanksgiving, Christmas or when you...

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Oct 26 2018

Halloween Fun & Safety!

Power County Hospital District

halloween, open house, renovations, trick-or-treat

Halloween night is always a special time of year, particularly for kids. The imagination can run wild with the fun of dressing-up for a night, plus there’s the bonus of all that candy! Power County Hospital wants to take this opportunity to remind parents...

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Oct 01 2018

Have a Safe Harvest Season!

Power County Hospital District

harvest, safety

The harvest season is now in full swing for our area with wheat harvest winding down and soon to follow is potatoes, beets, corn and more. This is an important time for our community with such a strong agriculture industry. Farmers and their extra hired...

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Oct 01 2018

Think Pink!

Power County Hospital District

breast cancer, pink ribbon, screening

October is here and the Halloween items and “pink ribbons” we’ll be out in full force! This month you will find a multitude of information and educational promotions on breast cancer, research, and screening information. These pink ribbons have become a woman’s annual visual reminder...

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Sep 20 2018

Disaster Prep Month!

Power County Hospital District

emergency kit, safety

American Falls is a safe community and tackles small disasters with ease. Our local emergency crews are efficient in dealing with different situations from an area gas leak to fires, flooding, or blizzards. But when you consider all the hurricanes and flooding happening on the east...

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Jul 31 2018

We are WILD about Your Health!

Power County Hospital District

American Falls Day, pink ladies, quilt, raffle

Join us for this year’s AMERICAN FALLS DAY jungle fun on Saturday, August 4th! Swing on in to our booth in the city park for plenty of prizes and sunscreen for the kids. We will also have a FREE raffle to WIN 2 tickets to the LONG RUN-...

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Jul 31 2018

Back to School Specials!

Power County Hospital District

immunization, physicals, school

Get your kids ready for school and schedule your child’s annual physical and immunization updates TODAY at either of our clinic locations! All children AND teens should receive annual physicals and a review of their immunization schedule to check for needed updates! Make your appointment this...

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Jul 02 2018

Summer Safety Month!

Power County Hospital District

July is “Summer Safety Month” and typically our busiest month of the year in the emergency room. There is still plenty of summer left, so we want everyone in our community to be more aware of the potential dangers that occur with this wonderful...

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Jun 11 2018

Stay Safe in the Sun- FREE Skin Screenings!

Power County Hospital District

We are all excited to finally begin enjoying the summer activities on these sunshine days, but are you prepared to protect your skin too? Extra time enjoying the outdoors at the pool, parks, camping, or working in your yard or on the farm can also increase the risk...

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Jun 06 2018

Summer Supersitter Tips!

Power County Hospital District

babysitting, summer, supersitter

Now that school is out, many working parents are having to wrestle with deciding whether kids are ready to stay home alone for the summer! The answer to the question is different for every family! Ideally, you have a great daycare or family/friend option...

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Jun 04 2018

Bike Rodeo & Safety!

Power County Hospital District

bike, safety, summer

Event, Health News

Thursday, June 21 from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at AF City Park Get the kids & ride your bike or scooter down to the AF City Park to participate in the American Falls Bike Rodeo & Summer Safety Fair! The course is put together by the AF...

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May 08 2018

Counseling at the Clinic!

Power County Hospital District

clinic, counseling

The Power County Family Clinic is excited to now have Jill Gehring available at the clinic for counseling & behavioral health services! Jill is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has 15 years of experience with a variety of behavioral health & counseling treatment...

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May 08 2018

Construction Begins!

Power County Hospital District

construction, renovations

Our major facility renovations are now beginning! We have been working with the architects and construction managers the last several weeks to pull together final plans, phasing, and bids. Safety fencing began May 1st, bid packages and approval will be May 10th, and construction...

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May 08 2018

FREE Sports Physicals!

Power County Hospital District

clinic, free, physicals, sports

The Power County Family Clinic will be providing FREE spring sports physicals AT THE SCHOOLS this year! Mark your calendar to attend if your student athlete- entering grades 9 & 11- need their physical to participate in sports for the 2018-2019 seasons! Rockland High School: ...

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May 02 2018

Fasthealth Letter?

Power County Hospital District

Did you apply for a job with Power County Hospital District from 2010-2016? If you did, then you may have received a recent letter from the website company FASTHEALTH about a potential breach of personal information related to PCHD. Unfortunately, they had information taken from their...

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Apr 16 2018

Need Lab Tests? Like Cookies?

Power County Hospital District

Need lab testing? Like cookies? Get both the week of April 23rd at Power County Hospital during National Laboratory Professionals Lab Week! We are celebrating with patients to thank our amazing Lab Techs this month for all the hard work they do for our...

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Apr 16 2018

Thank You Volunteers!

Power County Hospital District

April 15-21 is National Volunteer Week! We want to give a BIG THANK-YOU to all those that volunteer at our facilities! The Pink Lady Auxiliary, AFHS HOSA Club, Junior Volunteers, area church members that do services, our piano players, Foundation members, Volunteer Coordinator- Luis...

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Mar 14 2018

Healthy Spring Cleaning

Power County Hospital District

This month means Spring Break is here for lots of people! So, if you’re not out on a fun family vacation, then you might as well tackle some spring cleaning! Giving your house a good ‘deep’ cleaning will clear out the winter germs and bacteria to...

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Feb 26 2018

Radiology Remodel Complete!

Power County Hospital District

radiology, Renovation

We recently completed renovations to the radiology area, as part of our first project with our major remodel! The room got updates to the flooring, walls, electrical, paint, lighting, ventilation and the latest digital wireless technology! It is the newest full digital X-ray system available in...

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Feb 06 2018

Heart Healthy Recipes!

Power County Hospital District

healthy, heart, recipes

February is American Heart Month and so we are celebrating with FOOD! And yes there are lots of tasty heart healthy options out there. Here are some of our favorite links and recipes- each has information on why the ingredients are good for your...

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Feb 06 2018

American Heart Month Specials!

Power County Hospital District

Celebrate American Heart Month with Power County Hospital District! Heart Disease is the #1 killer of Americans & every 34 seconds someone has a coronary event. Limit your Risks…Eat right, Exercise, Get a Physical *Get an annual PHYSICAL this month with the Power County...

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Feb 06 2018

NEW Blood Pressure Guidelines!

Power County Hospital District

blood pressure, heart

Hypertension is a leading risk factor for death and disability worldwide and directly related to developing a stroke and heart disease. Recently the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) provided new evidence based guidelines for providers and patients for...

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Jan 11 2018

Hand Washing vs. Hand Sanitizer

Power County Hospital District

flu, germs, hand sanitizer, hand washing

Colds and flu are in full swing right now and the number one thing you can do to protect yourself and stay healthier is to wash your hands often and correctly. So should you rely on the more commonly used hand sanitizers or soap and water...

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Jan 11 2018

Winter Workouts & Safety!

safety, winter, workout

Crawl out from under that blanket this winter and reap the rewards of a cold weather workout! Although many of us put our regular exercise routines on hold during the colder upcoming months, here are a few reasons to rethink that idea and stay...

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Nov 02 2017

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month!

Power County Hospital District

alzheimers, dementia, warning signs

November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness month. There are currently over 5 million Americans affected by this incurable disease and 38,000 of them are in Idaho. This number is also rising steadily with our growing elderly population and according to the Alzheimer’s Association the...

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Nov 01 2017

Turkey Trot!

Power County Hospital District

Foundation, fun run, turkey trot

Event, Health News

Grab your shoes & gear up before the big meal! TURKEY TROT FUN RUN! Thanksgiving Morning (November 23rd) 2 Mile, 5 K, and 10 K walk & run options for adults & kids Start Location: Power County Hospital at 510 Roosevelt Street American...

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Nov 01 2017

Pink Lady Pies!

Power County Hospital District

holiday, pies, pink ladies

The PCHD Pink Ladies Auxiliary is having their annual pie sale! Get some homemade goodness to bake or freeze & save yourself time for the upcoming holidays! Unbaked Pies are $10.00 each. Flavors available to order: Blueberry Mixed Berry Cherry Apple Rhubarb Peach Strawberry-Rhubarb...

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Sep 28 2017

The Chill of Flu Season!

Power County Hospital District

fall, flu, shot

The fall chill has finally hit Southeast Idaho and with it, we are sure to begin seeing a rise in colds and flu. We encourage everyone in our community to consider getting a flu vaccination this time of year to help prevent the onset...

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Aug 30 2017

Meet Dr. Conover!

Power County Hospital District

Conover, new physician

Power County Hospital District is excited to welcome our newest physician to the community and District- Dr. Scott Conover. Dr. Conover will start seeing new patients at the Power County Family Clinic on July 17th. He will be joining current physician Dr. Garrett Seibold...

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Aug 03 2017

Ready for School?

immunizations, school, vaccine

The first days of school are just around the corner and if you haven’t already scheduled your children and teens for a back to school physical and immunization update, this month is the perfect opportunity to get caught up to be ready for the...

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Jun 28 2017

Fireworks Safety!

Power County Hospital District

Independence Day fireworks and celebrations are a must for celebrating our country’s annual birthday, but fireworks can also cause many serious injuries if precautions are not used. The most common fireworks-related injuries seen in emergency rooms involve children under 14 with burn injuries to...

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Jun 12 2017

Men’s National Health Month!

Power County Hospital District

The Power County Hospital District would like to take this time to remind our community that June is National Men’s Health Month. The purpose of Men’s Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of...

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Jun 11 2017

THANK-YOU for your Support!

Bond, Renovation

I am elated that the residents of Power County came out in support of the bond election on Tuesday, May 16th. Thank you for your support of our project. Many hours of preparation and planning have gone in to this project and it is certainly...

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May 15 2017

Bond Voter Information!

Power County Hospital District

Bond, Renovation

The election for the Power County Hospital District’s renovation bond proposal will be held on Tuesday, May 16th with local polling precincts open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The proposed Hospital District renovation bond is for $14.95 million dollars for a 30-year bond....

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Apr 03 2017

Hospital Bond FAQ

Power County Hospital District

Bond, Renovation

The Power County Hospital District is seeking a bond from the community for major renovations to the current hospital and nursing home this May 16th. The bond is for $14.95 million dollars with a 30-year term. We know that many of you may still...

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Mar 15 2017

Hospital Renovation Bond Video 2017

Power County Hospital District

Bond, Renovation

Our hospital is the flagship of our rural community. It’s where we care for our friends, family and neighbors when they need it the most. Help us make an important investment in the future of our healthcare services. We encourage you to vote on...

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Mar 08 2017

Hospital Renovation Bond- Spring Update!

Power County Hospital District

Bond, Renovation

The upcoming area elections will propose some important updates needed to facilities in our county. These proposals, while at a cost for us all, can also help make a lasting economic difference, provide better services, and drive further area development to benefit us all....

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Feb 07 2017

A Heart-felt Romantic Dinner!

Power County Hospital District

February is American Heart Month AND Valentines Day is quickly approaching, so why not make your sweetheart a heart-healthy romantic dinner to celebrate both occasions! Impress your sweetheart- get a babysitter, break out the tablecloths, candles, and the china that you never use and...

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Jan 30 2017

Winter Vehicle Ready!

Power County Hospital District

It feels like the winter of ‘69 out there! Many of us remember the good old days of consistent snowy winters like this one, but I think we are all a little out of practice in preparing and dealing with it. So, because it’s...

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Jan 24 2017

Safer Shoveling!

Power County Hospital District

The Dreaded Winter Daily Chore! Snow shoveling seems like a daily chore these days, but it’s important to do it correctly and carefully to avoid injury or even death! The two biggest risks of shoveling are back injuries and heart attacks. In 2007, over...

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Dec 30 2016

A Look at 2016 & the Future!

Power County Hospital District

With the New Year upon us, I would like to reflect on the past year of activities, and share some of the plans for the Power County Hospital District to come. We have accomplished several wonderful things this last year. With continued advancements of...

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Dec 27 2016

Avoid Winter Falls!

Power County Hospital District

There are many risks associated with the current winter weather, besides the frigid temperatures. One of the most threatening winter hazards is the potential for slipping and falling on patches of ice or snow. The incidence of slips and falls outdoors significantly increases during...

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Dec 05 2016

Holiday Fun with PCHD!

Power County Hospital District

Event, Health News

Join PCHD this month for some holiday fun… “Twas the Night before Christmas…in Power County” Holiday Light Contest! Checkout PCHD’s Facebook page for postings of area house’s with the best holiday light displays. We are asking you to help us pick a winner by ‘Liking...

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Dec 05 2016

National Handwashing Week!

Power County Hospital District

December 4-10 is National Handwashing Week! Percentage of people who said they wash their hands after using a public restroom VS. percentage who actually did: MEN: 92% vs. 58% WOMEN: 97% vs. 75% As our Infection Control Officer says over, and over, and over...

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Nov 09 2016

“Feeling the Season” Auction & Cook-off

Power County Hospital District

Event, Health News

Thursday, December 1st 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm St. John’s Lutheran Church $5/adults and $2/child 12 & under Join us for the PCHD Foundation’s “Feeling the Season” holiday auction and chili/soup cook-off! A variety of soup and chili available to eat- come pick...

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Oct 27 2016

Making a difference for you…a testimony of our care

Power County Hospital District

Bond, Renovation

Power County Hospital District has served the community and its health care needs for 55 years. It is an important asset in our community in not only caring for our residents, but in recruiting businesses and making an economic impact to the community. The...

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Sep 28 2016

Thanksgiving Turkey Trot

Power County Hospital District

Event, Health News

Sign-up the family and get out before that big dinner to join us for the PCHD Foundation’s annual Turkey Trot! November 24, 2016 at 8:00am Start Location: Power County Hospital District at 510 Roosevelt, American Falls 2 Mile Walk, 2 Mile Run, 5K Walk, and...

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Sep 27 2016

Brake for Breakfast – October 5th!

The Annual Brake for Breakfast sponsored by Power County Hospital District and The Hospital Cooperative (THC) is set for Wednesday, October 5th in several regional communities. Fourteen hospitals, all members of The Hospital Cooperative, have joined forces to raise breast cancer awareness. Locally, the...

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Sep 27 2016

NEW Teleburn Partnership with University of Utah Health Care

New affiliation agreement lays out framework for how the two hospitals will collaborate to ensure residents of American Falls, Idaho, and surrounding communities have access to specialists from one of the country’s top academic medical centers. Officials from Power County Hospital District today announced...

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Sep 14 2016

Hospital Renovation Bond Video

Power County Hospital District

Bond, Renovation

Our hospital is the flagship of our rural community. It’s where we care for our friends, family and neighbors when they need it the most. Help us make an important investment in the future of our healthcare services. We encourage you to vote on...

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Sep 07 2016

FREE Long Term Care Planning Seminar

Power County Hospital District

Have questions about long term care options and estate planning? How will I pay for long term care? Will Medicare cover my stay? Do I need a power of attorney? Unfortunately most people wait until they are in the middle of a health care...

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Jul 07 2016

Proposed Hospital Floor Plan

Power County Hospital District

Bond, Renovation

Proposed LOWER Level Floor Plan The LOWER level becomes the MAIN entrance for the Skilled Nursing Facility (Nursing Home) to make it easier for family access. Additional covered parking garage with 15 spaces in place of the helipad. Reconfigured parking and entrance on the lower level...

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Jun 01 2016

PCHD Renovation Highlights

Power County Hospital District

Bond, Renovation

The current proposed plan from the Board of Trustees will expand and renovate the facility in all service areas, including the hospital, emergency room, nursing home, therapy, and business areas for a total renovation expense of approximately $15.25 million dollars. The board and administration will...

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Jun 01 2016

Why do we need a Renovation Bond?

Power County Hospital District

Bond, Renovation

Investing in Your Future Health Care The Power County Hospital District recently celebrated its 55th anniversary at its present location. A LOT has changed in the delivery of health care and with patient expectations during that time. Through these years the District has worked...

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