Let’s face it. Breathing is something that most people don’t think about. Unless you’re participating in a vigorous athletic activity, you probably go for days without noticing that you’re breathing at all. But if you suffer from asthma, emphysema, or any form of COPD, simply breathing can be a challenge. Linda Hosfield is the director […]
Quitting smoking isn’t easy. It takes time, and a plan. You don’t have to stop smoking in one day. Let the Great American Smokeout event on November 15 be your day to start your journey toward a smoke-free life. You’ll be joining thousands of smokers across the country in taking an important step toward a […]
There aren’t many places in a hospital where former patients drop by just to say “hello.” But it happens all the time in the Physical Therapy Department at Ringgold County Hospital. The team prides themselves in building relationships while they care for their patients. Jill Ehlen is the Rehab Director and a Physical Therapy Assistant. […]
Along with all the good work going on inside the Rehab Department, Director Jill Ehlen and the entire staff believe in the importance of community involvement and outreach. An important initiative this fall has been pre-concussion cognitive testing for all middle and high school athletes. “Every athlete takes a 30-minute cognitive test to get a […]
The health care professionals at Ringgold County Hospital are strongly encouraging all women over the age of 40 to have an annual mammogram. It’s a simple, noninvasive procedure. “It’s only 10 minutes,” said Shelly Shields, medical imaging manager. “But those 10 minutes can save your life.” The big news in breast cancer detection is the […]
When a patient is experiencing major trauma, time is critical. The minutes it takes to get someone from the scene of an accident or medical emergency can mean the difference between life and death. To help speed the process, Ringgold County Hospital has launched a system called Simultaneous Dispatch. “When Dispatch sends out the ambulance […]
Marj Comer is the new Activity Assistant for Ringgold County Hospital. A Certified Nursing Assistant, Marj has more than 30 years of experience working with patients in nursing homes, at their homes, and in hospice care. She started at RCH on June 19 and is excited about her new position. She’s currently fulfilling her CNA […]
Ringgold County Hospital patients now can choose what’s for dinner, and lunch, and breakfast! With a new “Room Service” approach to meals, patients can order from a menu, and their selections are delivered to them, just like in a first-class hotel. Dietitian Katie Routh explained that before this change, people in the hospital and their […]
If you have an infection, it is important to know whether it is caused by bacteria or a virus. Most upper respiratory tract infections such as colds, flu, most coughs, and sore throats are caused by viruses and cannot be treated with antibiotics. If a bacterial infection is to blame, bacteria can multiply and cause […]
As we approach the end of August, many parents are preparing for another school year for their children. The beginning of school is a perfect time to set the stage for the upcoming year and to create new healthy habits for the entire family. Below are simple tips to get you going on the right […]
