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BGH Emergency Department the first Critical Access Hospital in Idaho to be recognized as Pediatric Capable by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.

The Idaho Emergency Medical Services for Children Program (EMSC) launched the Idaho Pediatric Readiness Hospital Recognition Program on January 1, 2024, with the goal of improving pediatric emergency care in the Gem state. With approximately 10-12% of patient volumes being children, the Bonner General Health ED took swift action in addressing the requirements to meet the designation and ensure quality pediatric care for our community.

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Got diabetes? Get your eyes checked.

By: Kathy Hubbard. Some years ago, I met a woman whose husband had just been diagnosed with diabetes. She complained to me that now her husband was going to suffer heart disease, kidney disease, nerve damage, foot, oral, hearing, and mental health problems, as well as the worst fate, in her opinion, blindness.

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Try to Avoid the Dangers of Breathing Smoke from Fires.

By: Kathy Hubbard. It seems that lately, no matter where I go in the area, I see billows of gray haze and smell the acrid aroma of burning wood and brush.

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Long-term stress can take a toll on the body.

By: Kathy Hubbard. Stress is a normal human reaction. As a matter of fact, our bodies are designed to experience stress and react to it. It is most often a positive thing, keeping us alert, motivated and able to avoid danger. But – and you knew there was going to be a “but” in this sentence, – stress becomes a problem when it continues without relief.

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Therapy can help Alleviate Chronic Cough Symptoms.

By: Kathy Hubbard. Cadie Archer is a speech-language pathologist at Bonner General Health’s Performance Therapy Services. “If you feel as though you have exhausted all other options and can’t seem to kick that lingering cough, you may consider contacting your primary care provider to request orders for speech therapy.”

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PT for Parkinson’s helps Social, Physical, and Cognitive Symptoms.

By: Kathy Hubbard. Physical therapist Cher Cassidy starts the session saying, “Be big! Big posture! Big hands!” with the biggest smile that totally lights up the room. I’m at BGH’s Performance Therapy Services with Marilyn Barnes, 83, who seven years ago was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and is now taking the LSVT Big/Loud classes.

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Sexual Abuse is a Serious Health Threat in the U.S.

By: Kathy Hubbard: “I decided to become a certified SANE nurse because I love giving voice to survivors and feel so honored to navigate them through the process of taking their power back,” Butler said. “Holding both certifications allows me to provide specialized care for survivors of every age.”

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Quick Guide to Protecting Kidney Health.

By: Kathy Hubbard: “Kidney disease is a major public health concern,” The National Kidney Foundation’s website says. “Kidney disease often goes undetected until it is very advanced. Unfortunately, this is when someone would need dialysis or a transplant.”

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BGH Poison Prevention Program Educates LPOSD Elementary Students.

By: Kristin Carlson. When Mrs. Lavigne’s Kindergarten class at Washington Elementary was asked, “Can anyone tell me what a poison is?” You could see their minds at work. Slowly, a little hand went in the air, “A snake bite?” Soon after, similar responses followed about what is considered poison.

The question served as an icebreaker to a Poison Prevention Community Outreach Program hosted by the Bonner General Health Pharmacy to educate children in grades K-2 about everyday household items that could be dangerous and what to do if they encounter them.

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Nutrition is Critical to Health and Development.

By: Kathy Hubbard: We all know “nutrition” and eating a “nutritious diet” is important.
I asked Sandra Frank, MS, RDN, LD, CDCES, Registered Dietitian and Diabetes Education Coordinator at Bonner General Health a slew of questions about nutrition for those of us whose diets aren’t restricted by our weight or health conditions.

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Learn the Facts about Multiple Sclerosis.

Cristy Garland is a payroll specialist at Bonner General Health. She also has multiple sclerosis and, lucky for us, is willing to talk about it.

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Pelvic Floor Weakness is Not a Normal Part of Aging.

When you heard, “I laughed so hard, tears ran down my leg,” you probably laughed, and if you’re like the 71 percent of women over 83, tears ran down your legs.

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BGH Emergency Department the first Critical Access Hospital in Idaho to be recognized as Pediatric Capable by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare.

Got diabetes? Get your eyes checked.

Try to Avoid the Dangers of Breathing Smoke from Fires.

Long-term stress can take a toll on the body.

Therapy can help Alleviate Chronic Cough Symptoms.

PT for Parkinson’s helps Social, Physical, and Cognitive Symptoms.

Sexual Abuse is a Serious Health Threat in the U.S.

Quick Guide to Protecting Kidney Health.

BGH Poison Prevention Program Educates LPOSD Elementary Students.

Nutrition is Critical to Health and Development.

Learn the Facts about Multiple Sclerosis.

Pelvic Floor Weakness is Not a Normal Part of Aging.

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