by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Nov 20, 2023 | CCMH Community, CCMH Providers, Community Health
During Antibiotic Awareness Week, it’s the perfect time to talk about the responsible use of antibiotics and the growing issue of antibiotic resistance. Antibiotics have been nothing short of miraculous. Since the discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming in 1928,...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Nov 15, 2023 | CCMH Community
[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] Jennifer Chafin is the new EVS Director for Sodexo at CCMH. Jennifer is relocating to Lawton from Oklahoma City with her husband and two sons, ages 6 and 4. She most recently worked at OU Medical Center as...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Nov 15, 2023 | CCMH Community, Community Health, Diabetic Care, Podiatry, Wound Care
Living with diabetes involves a lot of tasks: monitoring blood sugar, preparing nutritious meals, incorporating physical activity, managing medications, and attending doctor’s appointments. With all these responsibilities, it’s easy to overlook your feet....
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Nov 7, 2023 | CCMH Community, Community Health, Healthy Living
Every breath we take is a gift of life, yet for those living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), each breath can be a struggle. COPD is a serious lung condition that affects millions of people worldwide, and it’s crucial that we raise awareness to...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Nov 1, 2023 | CCMH Community, NICU
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] NICU graduates, families, nurses and doctors celebrated the NICU’s 10th year anniversary last week. The festivities included games with prizes, yummy carnival food and a photo booth. Families and their kids got the opportunity to...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Nov 1, 2023 | CCMH Community, Community Health, Diabetic Care, Healthy Living
Aging is a natural part of life, and with it often comes a greater risk of challenges, including diabetes. In fact, diabetes in older adults is a prevalent and growing concern, but it’s one that can be managed effectively with the right knowledge and care. In this...