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Boone County Hospital Achieves 5-Star Cleanliness Rating

By: Aprill Murphy

Albion, NE (May 18, 2026) – Boone County Health Center has been named among a select group of hospitals across the United States earning a 5-star cleanliness rating, according to recent data compiled from CMS’ Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) patient survey. The CMS ratings are More…

BCHC Foundation Announces, “Mental Health Heroes Classic” Golf Outings

By: Aprill Murphy

Albion, NE (May 18, 2026) –The Boone County Health Center Foundation is inviting community members to hit the golf course this summer in support of a meaningful local cause through the 2026 “Mental Health Heroes Classic” golf outings. Three community golf events are planned to help raise funds supporting the More…

Janelle Tisthammer, RN, 2026 Caring Kind Winner

BCHC Honors Janelle Tisthammer as 2026 Caring Kind Winner

By: Aprill Murphy

Boone County Health Center (BCHC) is proud to announce Janelle Tisthammer, RN, as the 2026 Caring Kind Employee of the Year, recognizing not only her compassion and dedication to patient care, but the lasting impact she has made as a mentor and educator to generations of nurses. Janelle has devoted More…

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Finding Your Voice with Parkinson’s

By: Aprill Murphy

April is National Parkinson’s Awareness Month, a time to recognize and support those living with Parkinson’s disease while increasing awareness about resources that can improve quality of life. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, I work with individuals who experience changes in their voice, speech, and swallowing due to Parkinson’s disease. These More…

Dr. Chris Mawn, Ear Nose Throat Specialist

Dr. Mawn, New ENT to BCHC Specialty Clinic

By: Aprill Murphy

ALBION, NE – (March 18, 2026) – Boone County Health Center (BCHC) is pleased to welcome Dr. Mawn, an ear, nose and throat (ENT) specialist with the Columbus Otolaryngology Clinic, who will begin seeing patients at the BCHC Specialty Clinic on the first and third Friday of each month. Dr. More…

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You Don’t Have to Live with Bladder Leaks

By: Boone County

by Angela Renner, PT Are you having issues with bladder leaks? Know this: you are not alone—and you do not have to live with it. Incontinence is any involuntary loss of urine. According to the National Association for Incontinence, more than 80 million Americans experience some type of bladder condition. More…

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Building Strong Families: BCHC Launches Young Child Parenting Group

By: Aprill Murphy

Albion, NE (March 4, 2026) – The early years of a child’s life can be filled with both joy and challenge—and Boone County Health Center (BCHC) is offering a new opportunity to help parents navigate both with confidence. This spring, BCHC will host a Young Child Parenting Group, designed to More…

Bomgaars Donation to Boone County Health Center

Bomgaars Ladies Night Raises $761.50 for BCHC

By: Aprill Murphy

Albion, NE (February 18, 2026) —Bomgaars in Albion recently hosted its festive and fun “Ladies Night,” bringing the community together for an evening of fall shopping while raising awareness for women’s health. The Albion store partnered with Boone County Health Center to support local cancer care services. From 5 to More…

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BCHC Adds Blood Flow Restriction Therapy

By: Aprill Murphy

Albion, NE (February 18, 2025) – Boone County Health Center (BCHC) Physical Therapy has added Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) therapy as a rehabilitation option for patients looking to safely build strength and improve recovery while minimizing joint stress. BFR therapy uses a specialized inflatable cuff placed on the arm or More…

Heart Health: Understanding Arrhythmias

By: Boone County

by Laura Klassen, PA-C February is “American Heart Month” and what better time to discuss some common heart issues than right now? The most asked question about heart health is “What is an arrhythmia?”  An arrhythmia is when there is an abnormality in the rhythm of the heartbeat; this can either mean it More…