by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Nov 5, 2021 | Community Health, Drewry Family Emergency Center, Healthy Living, Lifestyle
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 food consumption, holidays can be more dangerous than you’d think. In...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Oct 29, 2021 | Community Health, Diabetic Care, Healthy Living
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 blood sugar. In turn, elevated blood sugar can cause internal swelling in...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Oct 25, 2021 | Community Health
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 standing in loco parentis present when the minor patient is receiving...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Oct 22, 2021 | Women's Health
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? When should you start scheduling mammograms? In short, mammograms are...
by Comanche County Memorial Hospital | Oct 18, 2021 | Emergency Services
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 recognition and appreciation of their service. This coupon is available...
