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December 5, 2023 in News, Parent Education & Support
Child Safety Gift Guide
Gift-giving is hard, especially when you’re deciding what to get children in your life. It can be particularly hard to choose a safe toy for babies, toddlers, preschoolers or school-aged kids. The Regional Medical Center (RMC) Parents as Teachers have developed a child safety gift guide for young children that...
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December 4, 2023 in Auxiliary, News, OB
Christmas Stockings Donated to RMC Newborns
Each year, the Regional Medical Center (RMC) Auxiliary donates “My First Christmas” stockings to the OB Department. Now until the end of Christmas, the OB staff gifts each baby born in the birthing unit this special stocking. Dubuque residents, Ryan & Makenna Kelley, welcomed their baby girl on November 26,...
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December 1, 2023 in Auxiliary, News
Apply for the RMC Auxiliary Healthcare Career Scholarship
Every year the Regional Medical Center (RMC) Auxiliary awards three $750 scholarships to area students pursuing an education in the human medical field. These scholarships are made possible by donations to the Tree of Lights. Anyone pursuing or continuing their education in the healthcare field at an Iowa college should...
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November 30, 2023 in News, Regional Medical Center
New Therapy Dog Welcomed at RMC
A new friendly face will now be visiting the halls of Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Manchester. Jo Schreck, volunteer therapy dog handler, introduced a new friend to patients, visitors and staff on Wednesday, November 29th. Hector, a golden doodle, is a Certified Therapy Dog that will continue to visit...
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November 20, 2023 in News, Specialty Clinic
RMC Welcomes New Urology Providers
Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Manchester welcomes two new Urology providers with Mercy Urology Clinic in Cedar Rapids to the Specialty Clinic team. Matthew Ferroni, MD, specializes in treatment of prostate disorders such as enlarged prostates, tumors and cancers. Dr. Ferroni will also be performing minimally invasive surgeries at RMC...
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November 16, 2023 in News, Parent Education & Support
A Guide for Parents on The Flu
As a parent, this time of year can be especially difficult to navigate due to the increased number of illnesses. Regional Medical Center’s (RMC) Parents as Teachers (PAT) are providing parents a guide on things to know about influenza or the “flu” and ways to protect their children from getting...
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November 9, 2023 in News, Public Health
Flu Season is Here
Influenza or the “flu” season is here. When you get the flu, you experience primarily respiratory symptoms which can range from mild to severe. Symptoms usually come on suddenly and may include some or all of these symptoms: The flu is contagious. Reduce your risk from seasonal flu by getting...
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November 7, 2023 in News, Regional Medical Center
Heather Ries Demonstrates her Dedication to the Nursing Profession
Heather Ries, Regional Medical Center’s Chief Nursing Officer, has been a nurse for 21 years and is very dedicated to the nursing profession. This was recently exhibited as Heather applied to be an exam volunteer for the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN). Based upon her clinical specialty...
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November 2, 2023 in News, Radiology
West Delaware Volleyball Donates $500 for Breast Cancer Support Bags
The West Delaware Volleyball team presented $500 to the Regional Medical Center (RMC) Radiology team to put towards breast cancer support bags. Through fundraising efforts, the volleyball players and those who supported their cause, were able to give back to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients in our community. RMC Radiology...
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October 26, 2023 in Family Practice, News
Family Practice Online Scheduling & Patient Messaging Available
Patients of Regional Family Health can now schedule appointments and message their primary care provider. In order to use this new feature, patients must have a Patient Portal account (online medical records). Patients that do not have an account can request an invitation to sign-up at regmedctr.org/patient-portal-sign-up. Appointment types available...
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October 26, 2023 in News, Parent Education & Support
Treat and Street Smarts
Halloween is an exciting time for traditions like trick-or-treating. As parents and guardians, it is our job to protect our little ones from very real dangers. The Regional Medical Center (RMC) Parents as Teachers team have prepared some “treat and street smarts” to share with your young ones. Halloween is...
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October 25, 2023 in Emergency, News, Public Health
Not All Medical Alert Systems Are Alike
With aging family members and those with health challenges, medical alert systems are helpful to assure your loved one is safe in their home. However, it is important to realize not all medical alert systems are alike as they operate differently with different pricing structures and features. “On occasion our...
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