Annually, holidays are some of the busiest days emergency rooms see. Thanksgiving 2016 saw an estimated 36,729 people nationwide visit the ER on Thanksgiving alone. From holiday traffic to unsafe...
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Impacts Of Diabetic Eye Disease
Commonly referred to as “diabetic eye disease,” diabetic retinopathy is an eye condition that most commonly forms as a result of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. These often cause unhealthy levels of...
No Patient Left Alone Act Details
Beginning November 1, 2021, the No Patient Left Alone Act goes into effect. Minor children who are admitted to an Oklahoma licensed hospital have the right to have a parent, guardian or person...
Mammogram Dos & Don’ts
Mammograms are an essential part of diagnosing breast cancer! But what really is a mammogram? Should you tell your doctor about tattoos, piercings and body modifications that may impact the results?...
Lowe’s Discount for First Responders
To thank first responders for their their work to protect our neighborhood and greater community, Lowe's will be offering a first ever 10% discount coupon for eligible first responders in...
ADHD In Children & Adults
This October, we’re also celebrating ADHD Awareness Month. For American children, ADHD is one of the most common childhood disorders. Five to 11 percent of children in this country are affected....
2021 March of Dimes Heroes in Action Finalists & Winners
Thank you to everyone that nominated our fantastic nurses for the 2021 March of Dimes Heroes in Action! Comanche County Memorial Hospital had a record setting number of nominations with 75. This...
When To Seek Wound Care
One of the human body’s first lines of defense against infection covers nearly your entire body. That’s right, your skin! While this may seem odd, especially if you’ve ever gotten a paper cut, your...
CCMH Earns National Recognition for Promoting Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation
CCMH has earned national recognition for its efforts to increase organ, eye, and tissue donor registrations across the state through the Workplace Partnership for Life (WPFL) Hospital Organ Donation...
How to Make an Impact for Those Fighting Breast Cancer
You have probably heard that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. With 1 in 8 U.S. women developing invasive breast cancer over the course of their lifetime, it is hard to escape some...