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please don’t kiss the baby

June 1, 2022 in News, OB

Please Don’t Kiss the Baby

Brought to you by Regional Medical Center As little ones are born into the world, it’s always an overwhelming joy of emotions. Everyone in the family is wanting to come meet the new addition. It’s important to remember that these newborns’ immune systems are not fully developed. Respiratory Syncytial Virus...

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2023 Auxiliary Scholarship_Featured Website Image

May 24, 2022 in Auxiliary, News

RMC Auxiliary Announces 2022 Scholarship Recipients

The Regional Medical Center (RMC) Auxiliary is pleased to announce three area students as recipients of $750 scholarships each.  Samantha Anderson, 2022 West Delaware High School graduate, will attend Wartburg College this fall where she will begin her studies with a goal of becoming a Board Certified (MT-BC) Music Therapist...

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Seeking Volunteers for a Project Linus Blanket Workshop

May 16, 2022 in Auxiliary, News

Seeking Volunteers for a Project Linus Blanket Workshop

Pediatric patients being cared for in the Regional Medical Center (RMC) Emergency Department and in the inpatient unit benefit greatly from the comfort and warmth of Project Linus blankets. It’s time to replenish our stock so we have enough blankets for our pediatric patients! You’re invited to join the RMC...

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Common Signs of Mental Health Concerns

May 16, 2022 in News, Senior Life Solutions

Common Signs of Mental Health Concerns

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and Regional Medical Center’s (RMC) Senior Life Solutions (SLS) is raising awareness about the signs, symptoms, and risk factors regarding mental health and how to know when to seek help. Over the past couple of years, mental health has moved to the forefront for...

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nationwide radiology iv contrast shortage

May 13, 2022 in News, Radiology

Nationwide Radiology IV Contrast Shortage

COVID-19 continues to affect things around the world. With a recurrence of more infections in China, a manufacturing facility producing IV contrast solution was shut down for a period of time as they tried to curb the spread. This facility is not yet back up to full production, resulting in...

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healthcare facilities continue to require face masks

April 29, 2022 in News, Regional Medical Center

Regional Medical Center Masking Policy Update

As healthcare facilities continue to move forward delivering care amidst COVID-19, Regional Medical Center (RMC) is committed to adjusting mitigation and prevention guidelines as needed to ensure the health and safety of our patients and team. Throughout our communities, we are experiencing lower levels of COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses....

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delco proclaims april as child abuse prevention month

April 22, 2022 in News, Parent Education & Support

Delaware County Proclaims April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

On Monday, April 4, 2022, a proclamation was signed by the Delaware County Supervisors to acknowledge April as Child Abuse Prevention Month.  Morgan Neuhaus, Regional Medical Center (RMC) Parents as Teachers Supervisor, presented the proclamation before the county on behalf of the Prevent Child Abuse (PCA) Iowa organization to support...

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podiatrists care for kids too

April 21, 2022 in News, Specialty Clinic

Podiatrists Care For Kids Too

Parents, foot and ankle pain is never normal for kids. Watch for pain and subtle signs of foot and ankle problems in children. If a child experiences pain or a change in the condition of their feet and ankles, it’s time to check in with the expert in kids’ foot...

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National Healthcare Decisions Day

April 19, 2022 in News, Regional Medical Center

National Healthcare Decisions Day

Brought to you by Regional Medical Center We plan many aspects of our lives but don’t always think about what we want at the end of our life. What is important to you? If you had a major medical event, were injured or unable to speak for yourself, who would...

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April 14, 2022 in News, Wound Clinic

April is National Foot Health Month

Regional Medical Center (RMC) Wound Clinic aims to educate the public on common foot wounds and treatment during the month of April. Right now, nearly 7 million Americans are living with a chronic wound and more than 2 million of those are suffering from diabetic foot ulcers. RMC’s Wound Clinic...

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COVID-19 Vaccine

April 1, 2022 in News, Public Health

Additional COVID-19 Booster Recommendations

Brought to you by Delaware County Public Health The CDC recently announced certain individuals are eligible to get an additional COVID-19 booster. This is due to the increased risk of severe illness with these populations. If the listed ages below have received their first booster dose at least 4 months...

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get ahead of the game – schedule sports physicals

April 1, 2022 in Family Practice, News

Get Ahead of the Game – Schedule Sports Physicals

As we inch closer to school being out, the last thing parents are thinking about are sports for next fall. Get ahead of the game and reach out to your healthcare provider to get your appointment scheduled.  “Wellness exams are important for our teenagers whether or not they are playing...

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