Written by Ron Haugen, DNM, and Artesia General Hospital Staff With the holidays approaching, it might seem especially difficult this year to give thanks. Certainly, the challenges and struggles we’ve dealt with in 2020 have been uniquely difficult, with blows from lockdowns, economic distress, isolation and the pandemic itself. Even so, it is worthwhile for
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Every year, on the third Thursday of November, smokers across the nation take part in the American Cancer Society Great American Smokeout event. Encourage someone you know to use the date to make a plan to quit, or plan in advance and then quit smoking that day. By quitting – even for 1 day –
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What’s your number? The findings of a recent study conducted by the National Institutes of Health showed that intensive blood pressure management may save lives. And when you consider that 1 in 3 people in the United States has high blood pressure, it could end up saving a significant number of lives. Before diving into
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Help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases The spread of respiratory diseases like COVID-19 can be alarming, but you can help minimize their impact. By following these simple guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), you’ll help keep more people in our community safe and healthy: Avoid close contact with people who
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CARLSBAD, N.M. — Artesia General Hospital (AGH) has announced the expansion of its outpatient speech therapy services to Carlsbad, marking a significant step toward increasing access to care for patients in southeastern New Mexico. The expanded services aim to meet growing demand while making treatment more convenient for individuals in and around the Carlsbad area.
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Artesia General Hospital uses educational newsletter to improve HCC Coding Originally published in the Signify Health Weekly Digest, January 18, 2022 (Volume 102) Artesia General Hospital (Artesia) is located in rural Artesia, New Mexico. They joined Signify Health in 2016 and participate in the Collaborative Care ACO. Every day, healthcare professionals are understanding the importance
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See a Podiatrist -Your feet are the foundation of your body, supporting you through every step, jog, or sprint. When foot pain or other issues arise, they can affect not only your mobility but your quality of life. That’s where a podiatrist—a doctor specializing in foot and ankle care—comes in. How do you know when
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Artesia General Hospital Foundation provides scholarships to hospital employees who are pursuing continuing education to advance their professional goals and the work of the hospital. Past recipients have included employees studying for degrees in Nursing (Masters, Bachelors and Associates), Family Nurse Practitioner, Imaging Science, Business Administration and more. Since its inception, Artesia General Hospital Foundation
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Rehabilitation services are essential for helping individuals recover and regain independence after an illness, injury, or surgery. At Artesia General Hospital’s Rehabilitation Center, we proudly serve the communities of Artesia and Carlsbad, NM, offering personalized care tailored to meet each patient’s unique needs. Whether you’re seeking physical therapy in Carlsbad, NM, or speech therapy in
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Did you know? Artesia General Hospital offers comprehensive diagnostic imaging services in both Artesia and Carlsbad. As the only Radiology Department in southeast New Mexico accredited by the American College of Radiology in all five imaging modalities, we are able to offer our patients the highest quality of care. Our CT, MRI, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine
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