Blog
Our blog dives deeper into topics that matter to the people in our community. We cover topics such as heart health, common medical conditions, and other informative subjects.
You can count on EARH to be a practical source for healthcare education.
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Walk-In Medical Clinics: Convenient, Compassionate Care
Have you ever experienced a sudden (non-emergency) health issue on a busy weekday and couldn’t get a quick appointment? Have you ever needed medical advice but didn’t want to go to the trouble of seeing a doctor? Or have you ever wished your healthcare provider was...
What Is a Swing Bed in Hospital Transitional Care?
Have you ever heard the term “swing bed” and wondered if it’s as cozy as it sounds? It may not be a hammock in a hospital room, but it is something far more comforting. East Adams Rural Healthcare (EARH) offers a comprehensive approach to patient care with a...
Keys to Finding a Primary Care Doctor
For many patients, choosing the right primary care doctor can feel a bit like winning the lottery. How do you find that perfect match with a professional who’s competent, compassionate, available, punctual, communicative, non-judgmental, and trustworthy (and maybe...
24-Hour Emergency Room Near Me — The Right Care, Close By
Have you, or a loved one, ever been caught off-guard by a sudden health scare in the dead of night? You aren't alone. When your peace and quiet is suddenly upended by the need for urgent medical attention, the ER should be your first stop. (If ever in doubt about your...
Acute Care Units: Expert Care in an Emergency
Acute care units are a central — and essential — function of our medical system. They provide immediate relief and recovery from many of life's unanticipated medical challenges. At East Adams Rural Healthcare, our acute care unit is a pillar of hope and healing...
A Journey of Healing: The Role of Transitional Care Units
Picture a bridge connecting the bustling city of acute medical care to the serene town of home recovery. In the world of healthcare, this bridge is a transitional care unit (TCU). At East Adams Rural Healthcare, we understand that the road to recovery isn't...
What Is an Acute Care Hospital?
In the heart of a town's healthcare system beats an essential institution — the acute care hospital. These hospitals are more than just buildings with beds and medical equipment; they are hubs of advanced medical treatment and critical life-saving procedures. As...
Healthcare on Wheels: Finding a Mobile Clinic Near Me
Picture this: a state-of-the-art medical clinic pulls up in your neighborhood, offering high-quality healthcare right at your doorstep. This isn't a vision of the future; it's the current-day reality offered by mobile clinics, an innovative approach to providing care...
What Is a Swing Bed? Understanding Transitional Care
In healthcare, particularly in rural settings, versatility and adaptability in patient care are crucial to the journey back to health. Whenever we hear the question, “What is a swing bed?” we’re not surprised — most patients are unfamiliar with the concept....
Searching for “A Heart Doctor Near Me?” Find a Cardiologist
If you live in a rural community, asking the question, “How do I find a great heart doctor near me?” will likely produce very different results than a search in a big city. Many small towns across the country don’t have even one cardiologist in their local area. ...
