Community Health &#038; Wellness

bike, safety, summer

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...

May 08 2018

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Construction Begins!

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...

Jun 11 2018

Stay Safe in the Sun- FREE Skin Screenings!

sun

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...

May 08 2018

Counseling at the Clinic!

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...

May 08 2018

FREE Sports Physicals!

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: ...

May 02 2018

Fasthealth Letter?

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...

Apr 16 2018

Need Lab Tests? Like Cookies?

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...

Apr 16 2018

Thank You Volunteers!

volunteer

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...

Mar 14 2018

Healthy Spring Cleaning

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...

Feb 26 2018

Radiology Remodel Complete!

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...

Feb 06 2018

Heart Healthy Recipes!

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...

Feb 06 2018

American Heart Month Specials!

healthy, heart

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...

Feb 06 2018

NEW Blood Pressure Guidelines!

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...

Jan 11 2018

Hand Washing vs. Hand Sanitizer

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...

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...

Dec 06 2017

12 Days of Holiday Hazards!

Christmas

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…” ...

Dec 06 2017

Facebook 2017 Holiday Giveaway!

contest, facebook, holiday, post

Your generosity to help us pass the renovation bond and support of local health care 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 2017 with a...

Nov 06 2017

Holiday Auction & Cook-off!

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

Feeling the Season Holiday Auction & Cook-off! Join us to kick-off the holidays with our annual Auction AND Chili-Soup Cook-off– come vote for your favorite! Lots of great Silent & Live Auction Items! Thursday, November 30th St. John’s Lutheran Church 5:30 pm to 8:00...

Nov 02 2017

Alzheimer’s Awareness Month!

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...

Nov 01 2017

Turkey Trot!

Foundation, fun run, turkey trot

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...

Nov 01 2017

Pink Lady Pies!

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...

Oct 12 2017

Think Pink!

breast cancer, pink ribbon, screening

With October in full swing, the Halloween items and “pink ribbons” are 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...

Sep 28 2017

The Chill of Flu Season!

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...

Aug 30 2017

Have a Safe Harvest Season!

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...

Aug 30 2017

Meet Dr. Conover!

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...

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...

Jun 28 2017

Fireworks Safety!

fireworks

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...

Jun 12 2017

Men’s National Health Month!

men

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...

Jun 11 2017

THANK-YOU for your Support!

Dallas Clinger

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...

May 15 2017

Bond Voter Information!

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....

Apr 03 2017

Hospital Bond FAQ

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...

Mar 18 2017

Poison Prevention Week- March 19-25

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...

Mar 15 2017

Hospital Renovation Bond Video 2017

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...

Mar 08 2017

Hospital Renovation Bond- Spring Update!

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....

Feb 07 2017

A Heart-felt Romantic Dinner!

heart

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...

Jan 30 2017

Winter Vehicle Ready!

winter

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...

Jan 24 2017

Safer Shoveling!

winter

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...

Dec 30 2016

A Look at 2016 & the Future!

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...

Dec 27 2016

Avoid Winter Falls!

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...

Dec 05 2016

Holiday Fun with PCHD!

Christmas

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...

Dec 05 2016

National Handwashing Week!

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...

Nov 09 2016

“Feeling the Season” Auction & Cook-off

Foundation

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...

Oct 27 2016

Making a difference for you…a testimony of our care

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...

Sep 28 2016

Thanksgiving Turkey Trot

Foundation

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...

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...

Sep 27 2016

NEW Teleburn Partnership with University of Utah Health Care

telemedicine

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...

Sep 14 2016

Hospital Renovation Bond Video

Sep 07 2016

FREE Long Term Care Planning Seminar

Event

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...

Jul 07 2016

Proposed Hospital Floor Plan

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...

Jun 01 2016

PCHD Renovation Highlights

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...

Jun 01 2016

Why do we need a Renovation Bond?