• 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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    • 15 JUL 25
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    Jobs in Artesia NM | Healthcare Careers

    Jobs in Artesia NM | Healthcare Careers

    Healthcare Jobs in Artesia NM Looking for stable, rewarding healthcare jobs in Artesia? Artesia General Hospital (AGH) provides diverse career opportunities, a supportive work environment, and long-term employment stability. Whether you’re an experienced healthcare professional or starting your career journey, AGH is dedicated to your professional growth and personal satisfaction. About Artesia General Hospital Artesia

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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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    • 29 JAN 25
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    Infusion Services Provide Convenient Care

    Infusion Services Provide Convenient Care

    Infusion services, bring much-needed, high-quality care closer to home for residents in the region. This service is particularly beneficial for patients in Artesia and Carlsbad who require regular infusion treatments, such as those managing cancer, autoimmune diseases, infections, or chronic pain.  Adam Kabler, a patient at the infusion center, shared his positive experience, “In all

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    • 09 MAY 25
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    Infection Prevention Certificate Renewed

    Infection Prevention Certificate Renewed

    Artesia General Hospital (AGH) is pleased to announce the renewal of its Certification in Infection Prevention (CIP) from DNV Healthcare USA Inc., a nationally recognized accrediting body. This three-year recertification affirms AGH’s continued excellence in infection prevention practices, a critical component of patient safety and hospital quality. Valid through March 12, 2028, the CIP designation

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    • 06 FEB 25
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    Hyperbaric Medicine helps Non Healing Wounds

    Hyperbaric Medicine helps Non Healing Wounds

    Hyperbaric Medicine helps Non Healing Wounds Hyperbaric medicine brings cutting-edge healing technology to patients suffering from chronic, non-healing wounds. This state-of-the-art therapy at Artesia General Hospital’s Wound Care Center, provides a much-needed treatment option for patients in Artesia, Carlsbad Roswell and surrounding areas in Southeast New Mexico. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a proven, non-invasive treatment that

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    • 03 APR 20
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    How to Survive When the Kids Are at Home—ALL THE TIME!

    Written by Honey Covin-Weeks, RN, MSN, PMHCNS-BC, Behavioral Health When our schools suddenly decided that closing was the safest thing to do to fight the spread of COVID-19, not many of us were prepared to be full-time “homeschoolers.” Now that our kids are with us 24/7, we can take this opportunity—and it is an opportunity—to

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    • 18 OCT 23
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    House Call: The Importance of Mental Health

    House Call: The Importance of Mental Health

    By: Michael Parr, DNP, PMHNP-BC, Behavioral Health In our fast-paced and demanding world, maintaining good mental health is crucial for our overall wellbeing and quality of life. Just as we prioritize our physical health, it is equally important to recognize the significance of attending to our mental health. You might be surprised to learn anxiety

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