• 26 FEB 25
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    Measles: What to know

    Measles: What to know

    How to Protect Yourself and Your Family During a Measles Outbreak Measles: What to know – As measles cases rise in our area, it’s more important than ever to arm ourselves with the right information and practical tips to safeguard our families. In this post, we explore effective preventive measures—from vaccination to everyday hygiene practices—that

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    • 13 DEC 24
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    Maximizing Your Healthcare Benefits Before Year-End

    Maximizing Your Healthcare Benefits Before Year-End

    A Guide to Saving on Health Expenses By: Jose Gurrola, MHA, Chief Operating Officer As the year wraps up, now’s the perfect time to make sure you’re fully using your health benefits. Many insurance plans reset annually, so taking advantage of remaining benefits before year’s end can save you money and help you stay on

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    • 14 MAR 22
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    March is National Nutrition Month

    March is National Nutrition Month

    Healthy eating, physical activity, good sleep and reducing risks are all very important parts of achieving good health, but it can be overwhelming! Artesia General Hospital’s registered dietitian helps patients translate the science of nutrition into personalized, practical solutions for healthy living and the management of chronic illnesses such as diabetes, heart disease, fatty liver,

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    • 04 MAY 25
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    Mammos for Mentors: Celebrating Educators

    Mammos for Mentors: Celebrating Educators

    Mammos for Mentors Offers Special Screening Day for Artesia Teachers Supporting Those Who Support Our Future At Artesia General Hospital, caring for the community means honoring the people who shape it every day. Yesterday, we proudly hosted Mammos for Mentors, a special event dedicated to the incredible teachers of Artesia Public Schools. This one-day experience

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    • 17 SEP 17
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    Living with Diabetes? Take Good Care of Your Feet

    Living with Diabetes? Take Good Care of Your Feet

    Managing diabetes is more than checking your blood sugar and changing your diet. Living with diabetes means being aware of how it can affect every aspect of your health, including your feet. Healthy feet do more than help you walk and move; they help keep out infections that may compromise your overall health. LESS FEELING,

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    • 20 JAN 25
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    Lab Services at AGH: Diagnostics for all

    Lab Services at AGH: Diagnostics for all

    Timely and accurate diagnostic testing is a cornerstone of quality healthcare. At Artesia General Hospital, our College of American Pathologists (CAP) accredited lab services provide essential support for diagnosing, monitoring, and managing a wide range of medical conditions. Serving Artesia, Carlsbad, and surrounding areas, our laboratory is equipped to deliver reliable results with efficiency and

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    • 17 AUG 17
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    Kids Going Back to School? Be Sure Vaccinations Are Up To Date

    Kids Going Back to School? Be Sure Vaccinations Are Up To Date

    Your child may already have a school supply list and schedule for the upcoming school year, but do you have an up-t0-date immunization record? Every state requires vaccinations for children entering public schools and most private schools do too. Schedule your child’s checkup now to ensure he or she is ready for school, sports, and

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    • 04 OCT 17
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    Is Memory Loss Cause for Concern?

    Is Memory Loss Cause for Concern?

    Your spouse has been forgetting things lately – where he or she placed the car keys, a dentist appointment, even a good friend’s name. The forgetfulness worries you. Are these memory lapses a sign of normal aging or symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s affects parts of the brain that control memory and language. Some 4.5

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    • 29 SEP 17
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    Is It Time for Your Breast Cancer Screening?

    Is It Time for Your Breast Cancer Screening?

    Women in their 40s and older have an increased risk of breast cancer. The American Cancer Society recommends a mammogram every year, regardless of a woman’s health or family history. A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast, which takes a picture of the breast tissue to screen for any abnormalities that might suggest cancer.

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    • 27 SEP 24
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    Introducing Larisa Dyakova, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

    Introducing Larisa Dyakova, MSN, APRN, FNP-C

    Larisa Dyakova, A New Orthopedic Provider Committed to Compassionate Care Artesia General Hospital is excited to welcome Larisa Dyakova, MSN, APRN, FNP-C, a highly skilled and dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner, to the area. With over eight years of experience as an Orthopedic/Trauma Registered Nurse and an extensive background in patient care, Dyakova brings a wealth

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