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Nurses Ranked #1 Trusted Profession
By: Boone CountyNurses have been ranked as the number one most trusted profession for the 15th consecutive year, according to a Gallup poll released in December 2016. For this survey, a random sampling of 1,000 adults over the age of 18 were asked to rate the honest and ethical standards of 22 More…
We’re Opening Discussions
By: Boone CountyWe’re excited to introduce our new Patient and Family Advisory Council (PFAC) members! This council was formed to open communication between the Health Center and patients and families. “We are constantly working to improve the level of care we offer at the Health Center,” said Vice President of Clinic Services Tammy More…
Come Scope Us Out
By: Boone CountyDid you know Colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer? That’s the bad news. The good news is, it’s slow to develop and largely preventable with regular screening. In fact, the CDC statistics show that if the entire population was screened at the age of 50, the number of colorectal cancer-related deaths could be cut by 60%.
Helping You Live a Life You Love
By: Boone CountyHave you or a loved one recently experienced a health change such as a new diagnosis, injury or surgery? It can leave you with feelings of uncertainty as you ask yourself, “What now?” The Boone County Health Center’s Occupational Therapy Department is here for you. We want to help you More…
Meet Our New CEO!
By: Boone CountyTanya Sharp has been appointed the next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Boone County Health Center (BCHC). This comes as current CEO Victor Lee announces his retirement effective June 30, 2017. Under Lee’s 17 years of award-winning leadership, BCHC has seen tremendous growth, including the expansion of the Hospital wing More…
Meet Our New CFO!
By: Boone CountyRita Liss has been appointed the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). She will replace Tanya Sharp as Tanya transitions into Chief Executive Officer (CEO) upon Victor Lee retires July 1, 2017. Rita joined Boone County Health Center (BCHC) in 1987 as the Business Office Manager. She was responsible for managing BCHC More…
12 Simple Tips to Decrease Allergy Symptoms
By: Boone CountyAllergy season is here and with it the sneezing, congestion and itchy eyes that send many people searching for relief. But the truth is, one of the best ways to decrease the symptoms of seasonal allergies is to avoid the pollen which causes them in the first place. Pollen can More…
How to Experience a Better Surgery Outcome at a Lower Cost
By: Boone CountyCould you have a better experience if you choose to have surgery at Boone County Health Center (BCHC) verses going to a larger city? According to a study by Dr. Andrew M. Ibrahim of the University of Michigan Center for Healthcare Outcomes and Policy, the answer could be yes. Dr More…
Free Resources for Alzheimer’s Patients
By: Boone CountyThis grant provides a free one-year membership and accompanying jewelry device(s) for the Medic Alert + Safe Return (MASR) Program.
Find Out How a Nurse Navigator Can Help You
By: Boone CountyTwo new Nurse Navigators Mary Hellbusch and Jessica Jacobi recently began reaching out to patients. They answer questions, help patients understand doctors’ orders, and let patients know if they’re due for important follow-up appointments. The Nurse Navigators work out of the Albion clinic but offer their services to patients throughout More…