All Entries in the "Health" Category
CDHS Launches Colorado Parent Employment Project in Prowers County
(Denver) – The Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) has just launched the Colorado Parent Employment Project (CO-PEP) in five Colorado Counties: Arapahoe, Boulder, El Paso, Jefferson, and Prowers. The intent of the project is to reach out to parents who are able to work, but are not able to pay child support because […]
PMC Birth Announcements December 19, 2013
Gina Qualls and Micah Middleton of Lamar are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Olivia Beatrice Middleton. Olivia was born at 9:00pm on December 15, 2013. She weighed 6 lb 9 oz at birth and measured 19.5 inches long. She is welcomed by her sister Raegan Middleton and her grandparents Perry & Bev […]
Prowers Medical Center Board Approves Equipment Purchases
Prowers Medical Center Board members approved the purchase of what is known as Disaster Recovery Software for $80,000, following additional information requested of Craig Loveless, Chief Executive Officer at PMC. The purchase is required because the HIPAA/HITECH Act requires medical providers to be equipped with an offsite disaster recovery solution of patient medical […]
Don’t Wine, Dine and Drive This Holiday Party Season
Coloradans urged to celebrate responsibly STATEWIDE — As sleigh bells start ringing and holiday celebrations begin throughout Colorado, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is once again teaming up with the Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and law enforcement agencies across the state to boost DUI enforcement. Holiday celebrations are commonplace in early December, leading to […]
Four Tips to Avoid Overeating
Excited about all of the great food around the holidays? Here are some tips you can use today to avoid overeating: Tip 1: Slow down! Take smaller bites and chew thoroughly. Eating slowly allows you to actually taste and enjoy what you are eating, which in turn may lead to making healthier food […]
PMC Birth Announcements December 13, 2013
Elizabeth and Robin Chester of Lamar are proud to announce the birth of their son Corbin Chester. Corbin was born at 9:55 pm on December 8, 2013. He measured 5 lb 12.5 oz and 18.5 inches long. Brother Brendan and grandparents Peggy & Milton King and Yen Ross are happy to welcome him to the […]
PMC Birth Announcements December 10, 2013
Tabatha Berndt and Ryan Collins of Lamar are proud to announce the birth of their son Owen Cooper Collins. Owen was born at 8:40am on December 4, 2013. He weighed 6 lb 13 oz and measured 20.5 inches in length. He joins his siblings Kolten and Tylee Collins. Grandparents Bill & Dorine Collins and D’ellen […]
Lamar Honkers Welcome ABBA Eye Care to Lamar
ABBA Eye Care, at 1500 South Main Street in Lamar, was recently welcomed to the community by the Lamar Chamber of Commerce Honkers group. ABBA Eye Care recently took over operation of the eye care facility. The facility is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:30pm, and offers laser vision evaluations, eye examinations as well as contacts and eyeglasses […]
City of Lamar Gains Four New Police Officers
Lamar Police Chief, Gary McCrea, introduced three new full time police officers and one reserve officer during the city council’s Monday night meeting, December 9. The officers are: Jason LaCost, Robert Sharrer, Branden Kemp and Reserve Officer Margaret Ausbun. Chief McCrea noted that, “It’s nice to see some local folks applying to the department.” He […]
Healthier Living for the Holidays
As the holiday season begins many people are already gearing up for New Year’s resolutions and other long term health goals. Whether you are planning on beginning a diet geared toward weight loss or resuming a previous regimen now is the best time to try out your options. One of the biggest obstacles to a […]
LiveWell Prowers County Reviews Successful Year
“Now that we’ve become more visible through our community oriented events, we’re really gaining momentum,” was the way Emily Nieschburg summarized the past year for the LiveWell Prowers County Health Coalition. A luncheon meeting recapped some of the goals the organization attained through 2013 and focused on what can be done in 2014. Nieschburg […]
CDA Urges Pet Safety during Cold Weather
LAKEWOOD, Colo. – A winter storm is headed into Colorado forcing residents to head indoors to stay warm; the Colorado Department of Agriculture reminds everyone to also protect their pets during cold weather. “If animals have prolonged exposure to cold conditions, despite having fur, they are still susceptible to hypothermia,” said Dr. Kate Anderson, […]
Future Threat? Heroin in our Community
Law enforcement authorities in Prowers County and the local medical providers have recently expressed concerns about the rise in the use of heroin by residents, some as young as 17 years. Sheriff Jim Faull said there are about 10 cases he is aware of, but that may be the tip of what is hoped […]
Thanksgiving Brings Increased Turkey Consumption, DUI Enforcement
“Drink and Don’t Drive” this Thanksgiving to avoid an even costlier holiday season STATEWIDE—Soon families will be gathering, turkeys will be roasting and wine will be flowing throughout Colorado in celebration of another Thanksgiving. While Thanksgiving is a time for rest and relaxation for some, the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), Colorado State Patrol […]
PMC Board Approves 2014 Budget
The Prowers Medical Center Board of Directors adopted their 2014 budget during their monthly meeting, Wednesday, November 20. Revenues of $23.96 million are expected against estimated expenses for 2014 of $23.92 million. Some personnel changes were approved by the board included appointing Dr. George Kunhardt as Chief of Staff for 2014, and the hiring of […]
Clark Confirmed as Director of County Health & Environment
Tammi Clark’s appointment as the Prowers County Public Health & Environment Director was made official by the county commissioners during their meeting on Thursday, November 21. Clark, a Registered Nurse with 20 years medical experience in the community, was hired as deputy director on July 15. She has lived in Lamar for almost 30 […]
Letter to the Editor: Linked in Pink
I just wanted to express my appreciation to all those who participated in the “Linked in Pink” campaign this year. It is a credit to our community when groups come together and provide education and services. So, thank you, Prowers Medical Center, High Plains Community health Center, Prowers County Public Health and Environment, and […]
Local Civic Group Preparing for Heroin Problems in Prowers County
Area medical doctors and professionals, Prowers Medical Group, High Plains Community Health Center, Lamar School District, Prowers County Sheriff’s Office, Lamar Police Department, area treatment facilities and local government want to bring to the attention of local citizens that HEROIN has come to Lamar and Prowers County. This is a drug that has the […]
Great American Smoke Out is Underway
Great American Smokeout a chance to end your tobacco addiction Colorado smokers who are ready to quit can get help from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment during, and following, the Great American Smokeout Nov. 21. Though smoking rates have dropped since 1976, the Smokeout’s first year, tobacco use remains the leading cause […]
PMC Birth Announcements November 18, 2013
Amanda and Christopher Conley of Lamar are proud to announce the birth of their daughter Cassidy Rae Conley. Cassidy was born at 6:47pm on November 14, 2013. She measured 6 lb 12 oz and 19.75 inches in length. Her brother Colton and grandparents Sharla Hays, Mark Conley, and Jerry and Koni Hovater are happy to […]