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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.
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What to Expect When Staying in a Swing Bed at the Hospital
After an extended hospital stay, the road to recovery doesn’t always take you straight home. You may come to a point where you no longer need acute care, but you aren’t quite ready to manage your healthcare needs independently. During this transitional phase of care,...
Common Summer Cold Symptoms: What to Watch For
Summer brings images of pool parties, barbeques, and family vacations to mind. It doesn’t usually make you think of a cough or stuffy nose. Unfortunately, summer colds are all too common and can put a damper on your fun in the sun. While winter colds can be more...
When to Choose a Walk-In Clinic Vs. Urgent Care
Imagine you are feeling unwell. Your primary care physician can’t offer you an appointment for at least a week, and you know you need medical care sooner than that. Should you visit urgent care? Or go to a medical walk-in clinic? Both options provide convenient...
Swing Bed Hospitals: Your Bridge Between Hospital and Home
If you’ve ever been in the hospital, you know how strong that feeling of wanting to return home can be. You want to be in your own bed, enjoying the comfort and familiarity of the place and people you love. But going home immediately after an illness, accident, or...
When to Book a Dermatology Appointment
Like the rest of your body, your skin needs regular care to stay healthy. While gentle cleansing and moisturizing will go a long way, sometimes your skin needs a little extra TLC. That’s when booking a dermatology appointment may help. Learn more about...
Dermatology and Skin Health: Tips for Keeping Skin Healthy
Did you know your skin is the largest organ of the body? It does a lot more than cover your muscles and bones. It protects you from the elements, helps regulate your body temperature, and even helps produce certain vitamins and minerals your body needs. Like all...
Recovery Options After a Stroke: What Are Swing Beds?
A stroke is a life-altering event, not only for the person who experiences it but for their loved ones, as well. While you’ll need acute care to manage the initial event, you’ll also need ongoing care after your hospital stay to regain strength, independence, and...
Unhappy Feet: Symptoms of a Foot Stress Fracture
Your feet carry you through your day. They endure tremendous stress with every step they take. Sometimes, that stress can become too much. Stress on the bones can lead to small cracks called stress fractures. While these cracks aren’t as serious as a complete break,...
Get to Know Our Mobile Medical Clinic: FAQ Answers
Accessing high-quality medical treatment can be a struggle for many Adams County residents. That’s why East Adams Rural Healthcare is bringing those services closer to home with our mobile medical clinic — a fully equipped 40-foot Freightliner motorcoach that provides...
What Is a Swing Bed Program? Your Post-Acute Care Options
Once you’ve received acute care in a hospital, what’s next? You may be eager to return to the comfort of your home, but you might not be ready to manage your healthcare needs independently. You may require additional medical support before making a safe, smooth...
