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December 20, 2024 in Auxiliary, News, OB

RMC Christmas Stocking, A Family Keepsake

It has been a long-standing tradition for the Regional Medical Center (RMC) Auxiliary to donate “My First Christmas” stockings to the OB Department as gifts for families who deliver their newborns within the month of December. 40 years ago, Liz Olsem delivered her baby boy right here in Manchester at...

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December 17, 2024 in Auxiliary, News, OB

Christmas Stockings Donated to RMC Newborns

Winthrop residents Nick and Alyson Franck welcomed a baby boy, Karter Allen, on December 9, 2024, at Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Manchester. Following Karter’s birth, he received a “My First Christmas” stocking from the RMC Auxiliary and a knitted hat made with love by an RMC Volunteer. The RMC...

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November 27, 2024 in News

Regional Medical Center Receives 5-Star Rating for Cleanliness

Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Manchester has been awarded a five-star patient survey rating from the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey for cleanliness. With this rating, RMC is listed as one of the cleanest hospitals in the nation!  The HCAHPS survey is a national, standardized...

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November 26, 2024 in News, Public Health

Stay Healthy for the Holidays: Get Vaccinated & Follow Holiday Safety Tips

As the holiday season approaches, it’s more important than ever to prioritize your health and the health of those around you. With both flu season and COVID-19 cases expected to rise during the colder months, experts are encouraging everyone to take proactive steps to reduce the spread of these viruses....

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November 25, 2024 in News, Parent Education & Support

Maintaining Good Mental Health this Holiday Season

The holidays are a joyous time, but they can also be stressful and especially difficult for those impacted by mental illness. Regional Medical Center (RMC) Parents as Teachers (PAT) is providing some tips that everyone can use to be proactive and maintain good mental health as we approach the holidays....

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November 5, 2024 in News, Radiology

West Delaware Volleyball Donates $500 for Breast Cancer Support Bags

The West Delaware (WD) Volleyball team presented $500 to the Regional Medical Center (RMC) Radiology team to support their “pink support bags”. Through fundraising efforts, the WD volleyball team and their supporters were able to give back to RMC and newly diagnosed breast cancer patients in our community.  RMC Radiology...

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October 29, 2024 in Family Practice, News

Regional Family Health Recommends Child Vaccinations

Regional Family Health (RFH), a family practice service of Regional Medical Center (RMC), is recommending parents and guardians to ensure their child is vaccinated for HPV and Hepatitis A.  The HPV vaccination prevents cancer-causing infections and precancers. HPV (human papillomavirus) is a virus that can cause different types of cancer....

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October 23, 2024 in News, Surgical Services

General Surgeon Joins Regional Medical Center Team

Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Manchester recently welcomed Garrett McLean, MD, to their team of highly skilled general surgeons. Dr. McLean comes to the community from Cambridge, Minnesota, a small town just outside of Minneapolis.  He completed medical school in New York at Albany Medical College and residency at Inspira...

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October 18, 2024 in Family Practice, News, Senior Life Solutions

RMC Partners with Local Brain Health Campaign

Regional Medical Center (RMC) has proudly joined the West Delaware “Together We Are” brain health campaign. Back in December of 2022, the West Delaware school district kicked off the campaign in an effort to bring connection and awareness around the importance of brain health.  The vision of this campaign is...

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October 14, 2024 in Family Practice, News, Regional Medical Center

Dr. Scot Christiansen Receives Hospital Hero Award

On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, Dr. Scot Christiansen, was recognized as one of the Iowa Hospital Association’s Hospital Heroes for his passion and exceptional commitment to care and service–selflessly serving our communities throughout his career. Since 2007, the Hospital Heroes program has celebrated employees who have acted courageously in a...

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September 30, 2024 in News

New OB & Family Practice Provider Joins Regional Family Health

Dr. Andrew Pepper has joined the Regional Family Health team in both the Manchester (Team III) and Edgewood clinics.  Dr. Pepper is a family physician originally from Northwest Illinois. He and his wife, 1-year-old daughter, golden retriever Murphy and cat Reeses are looking forward to making new connections with the...

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September 26, 2024 in News

FREE Condoms to Promote Sexual Health

Safe sex reduces the rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unplanned pregnancies. Delaware County Public Health is committed to promoting responsible and safe sexual behavior by providing FREE condoms in their office. “We understand that cost and embarrassment can be barriers for those seeking condoms,” shares Krystle DeShaw, Delaware...

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