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Communities Talk Rural Health
Posted in Foundation , In The News on Feb 07, 2023
The inaugural sessions of the Radcliff Lecture Series on Rural Health took place on Thursday at the Physicians Pavilion in Winfield and on Friday at Aunt B’s in Sedan. Hosted by William Newton Healthcare Foundation in conjunction with the Beats Go On community wellness initiative, Dr. Nancy W. Dickey, executive director of the Center for Optimizing Rural Health, spoke to over 100 attendees on the importance of different entities working together to bolster access to health and wellness resources in rural areas.
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Cardiologist to Speak in Cedar Vale
Posted in In The News on Feb 02, 2023
As part of its ongoing rural health outreach at the Cedar Vale clinic and community wellness initiative Beats Go On, William Newton Hospital has partnered with The People’s Place to bring board-certified interventional cardiologist Ryan Beard, MD to speak with the citizens of Cedar Vale. The event will be held at 12:15 p.m. on February 16 at 609 Cedar St.
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What You Need to Know About Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
Posted in Cardiology , Head-to-Toe Health , Weekend Check-Up Column on Feb 01, 2023
In recognition of American Heart Month, William Newton Cardiology wants you to know about the importance of screening for peripheral artery disease (PAD). In the early stages, many people do not experience symptoms, which is why early detection through PAD screening is so important.
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William Newton Hospital joins American Heart Association initiative
Posted in In The News on Jan 25, 2023
To help eliminate rural health disparities, William Newton Hospital is participating in a new initiative by the American Heart Association®, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all.
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Community-wide CPR Coming Up in Winfield
Posted in In The News on Jan 19, 2023
In conjunction with February's American Heart Month, a free community-wide CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) certification event will be hosted by William Newton Hospital, USD 465, and Winfield Fire/EMS on Friday, February 10 at Baden Square in Winfield. Two sessions will be offered, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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Radcliff Lecture Series Coming to Sedan
Posted in Foundation , In The News on Jan 18, 2023
Centered around the importance of collaboration to improve community well-being, a session of the new Radcliff Lecture Series on Rural Health will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 3 at Aunt B’s in Sedan located at 110 E. Main St.
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New Lecture Series to Focus on Rural Health
Posted in Foundation , In The News on Jan 18, 2023
Centered around the importance of collaboration to improve community well-being, the inaugural session of the Radcliff Lecture Series on Rural Health will take place at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 2 at the Physicians Pavilion Assembly Room at 1230 E. 6th Ave. in Winfield.
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General Surgeon to Speak at Moline Public Library
Posted in In The News on Jan 09, 2023
As part of its ongoing rural health outreach at the Moline clinic and community wellness initiative Beats Go On, William Newton Hospital has partnered with the Moline Public Library to bring board-certified general surgeon Christopher Morrissey, DO, FACOS to speak with the citizens of Moline. The event will be held at 2:00 p.m. on January 24 at the library at 107 N Main St. Refreshments will be served.
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A Great New Year’s Resolution –Screenings & Checkups
Posted in Cardiology , Diagnostic Imaging , Head-to-Toe Health , Primary Care , Radiation Oncology , Weekend Check-Up Column on Jan 03, 2023
If you make one New Year’s resolution – make it to schedule your regular health screenings and checkups in a timely manner. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), chronic diseases, such as heart disease, cancer, and diabetes, are the leading causes of death and disability in the United States. They are also leading drivers of the nation’s $3.8 trillion in annual healthcare costs. Many chronic diseases can be detected early by regular health screenings and checkups.
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WNH Welcomes New Leaders
Posted in In The News on Dec 27, 2022
In addition to naming Brian Barta as CEO, William Newton Hospital has welcomed leaders in four positions within the hospital in the last three months - Cassie Stein, Molly Jones, Micah Norris, and Travis Pitterle.
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