January is Cervical Health Awareness month. To promote good cervical health, there are three steps we encourage all women to take. These steps are simple and greatly reduce a woman’s chances of...
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January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Most cervical cancers are caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), a common virus that is passed from person to person during sex. Two screening tests can help prevent cervical cancer. The Pap test...
Fitness Apps to Jump Start Your 2019 Fitness Goals
Even if you do not regularly make resolutions in the new year, it is always a great idea to make new fitness goals each year. After all, exercise does not only reduce your risk of many physical...
Benefits of Decluttering Your Home
The new year is upon us. You also probably have a few new things to find a place for after the holidays. For that reason, now is a great time to declutter your home. Not only does decluttering your...
Holiday Meal & Atrium Gardens Renovation Ribbon Cutting
The Food and Nutrition Department is so excited to be in our beautiful new cafeteria! We started the day with a ribbon cutting and then opened our doors so our employees could finally feast on the...
Newborns and Winter Illnesses
Newborns and winter illnesses- these two things together can make new parents concerned! Conditions like Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and the flu are major concerns for parents with new babies...
Chrocheted Hats and Blankets Donated to CCMH NICU
The Elgin Book 'n' Hookers donate a large number of soft, crocheted blankets and hats to our NICU each year. These hand-made gifts serve as a sign that each baby is loved and are in the thoughts of...
Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating
If you’re working hard to manage your weight, the holidays can be frustrating. The months of October through December can seem filled with one opportunity to overeat after another. The holidays are...
CCMH Administration Celebrates Volunteers
CEO Brent Smith and his wife Jaymi along with Senior Leadership treated our CCMH volunteers to a Holiday Tea at the Lawton Country Club last Tuesday. Over 90 volunteers and members of Administration...
Teaching Kids to Wash Their Hands
This week is National Hand Washing Awareness Week. Teaching kids to wash their hands can be difficult. Young children are always on the move, and don’t want to slow down to practice boring hygiene...