by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Oct 2, 2024 | Cancer Care, CCMH Community, Men's Health, Women's Health
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about one of the most common types of cancer among women. In 2024, an estimated 310,720 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women. While rare, this year, 2,790 men...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Sep 26, 2024 | CCMH Community, Community Health, Healthy Living, Heart and Vascular
National Cholesterol Education Month, observed every September, is the perfect time to raise awareness about heart health and the importance of managing cholesterol levels. High cholesterol can lead to serious health problems, including heart disease, stroke, and...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Sep 17, 2024 | CCMH Community
Comanche County Memorial Hospital and Lawton Community Health Center have both made the finals for the Lawton Constitution Reader’s Choice “Best Of“ annual competition. Pick who you consider the best in their service area from the top five nominations. You are allowed...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Sep 17, 2024 | Cancer Care, CCMH Community, Community Health, Women's Health
Ovarian cancer is a serious health condition that affects women. While less common than breast cancer, it is still a significant concern. According to the American Cancer Society, about 19,680 women will receive a new diagnosis of ovarian cancer and 12,740 women will...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Sep 9, 2024 | Cancer Care, CCMH Community, Men's Health
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and it’s a great time to learn more about this disease that affects millions of men worldwide. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men after skin cancer. While it is often treatable, early detection...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Sep 3, 2024 | CCMH Community, Community Health, Healthy Living, Men's Health, Women's Health
Healthy Aging Month is a time to celebrate the beauty and wisdom that comes with age. Let’s face it, we’re all getting older, whether we like it or not. But that doesn’t mean we have to let it slow us down or make us feel less vibrant. While it’s natural to have...
