"It’s vital that women—and their loved ones—know the warning signs, causes, and different types of breast cancer, as well as how and when to get tested, and how it can be treated and prevented," the...
September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month About 1 in 5 (19 percent) children in the United States are obese, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness...
Whether or not you're a fan of the season, winter is on its way! Harney District Hospital's Safety Officer Perrilyn Wells offers some helpful tips for staying safe throughout your day. At Home Make sure your...
Harney District Hospital and Allevant Solutions Developing Transitional Care Program At some point, many of us have to spend time in the hospital for an illness or surgery. While you can get many of your health...
Summer Safety Summer activities can increase your exposure to harmful ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun. UV light is not visible to humans but can be harmful to your health. The two types of UV light...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month -- a good reminder to get screened with a mammogram. Screening is important for detecting cancer early, when it is easier to treat. Call HDH's Imaging Department at 541-573-8359 to...
When you or a family member are faced with illness or injury, you’re put in the difficult position of deciding how serious the condition is, and how soon you need medical attention. Should you go...
National Healthcare Decisions Day (NHDD) was a week-long event this year (April 16-22), and aimed to help people across the U.S. understand the value of advance health care planning. The theme for 2017 was “It...
In recognition of Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week (Feb. 7-14), a Harney County resident shares the story of dealing with her son’s heart defect, and why she became involved with the LIFE (Local Individuals For...