Health First. School Ready. As tryouts approach and sports schedules fill up, one of the most important things you can do to set your student-athlete up for success is scheduling a sports physical. It’s more than a school requirement — it’s a smart step toward protecting your child’s health and performance throughout the season. Why
Hereford Regional Medical Center is proud to celebrate Dr. Howard “Dr. J” Johnson for 60 years of providing pre-natal care and obstetrics for women of Deaf Smith County and beyond Dr. Johnson first came to Hereford in the 1960s after a medical school classmate spotted a job posting. “They said they needed a doctor in
May 18–24 is Emergency Medical Services Week, a time to recognize the skill, dedication, and bravery of the first responders who are there when our community needs them most. At Hereford Regional Medical Center, our EMS professionals play a vital role — not just in emergency situations, but in the full continuum of care. From
Surgery isn’t your only option. At HRMC’s Pain Management Clinic, our specialists offer non-surgical pain solutions that help restore function and reduce discomfort — without long recovery times. These include: Fluoroscopic-guided spinal injections These are precise injections into your spine using real-time X-ray (fluoroscopy) to guide the needle. They help reduce inflammation and pain from
In Hereford, a hospital is more than a building. It’s where you go when your child spikes a fever at midnight, when your neighbor slips on the porch, or when your dad needs rehab after surgery. It’s not just a place — it’s a lifeline. During National Hospital Week, we’re not just celebrating our facility.
Every patient who walks through our doors is met by a nurse. It might be for a blood draw, an emergency, a post-op check-in, or a quiet conversation when things feel uncertain. No matter the reason, our nurses show up — skilled, steady, and full of heart. During National Nurses Week, we pause to say
Living with chronic pain can impact every aspect of your life — from your daily routine to your ability to work, exercise, or simply enjoy time with family. Whether it’s back pain, neck pain, post-surgical pain, neuropathy, or other nagging issues — the biggest challenge isn’t just finding relief — it’s accessing trustworthy specialized care
March 30 is Doctors’ Day, a special occasion to celebrate and express our gratitude for the exceptional physicians who dedicate their lives to caring for others. This day provides an opportunity to recognize the remarkable contributions doctors make in our hospitals, clinics, and communities, as well as their role in advancing modern medicine. Doctors’ Day
Measles is making an unfortunate comeback in West Texas. With one reported death and over 20 hospitalizations in the Lubbock area alone, health officials are urging everyone to check their immunization status — especially since this is the first measles-related death in the U.S. in the past decade. The good news? If you’ve been vaccinated
March 7, 2025 (Hereford) - Cases of measles continue to rise across West Texas, with one reported death and more than 20 hospitalizations in the Lubbock area. This marks the first measles-related death in the United States in a decade. While there are no confirmed cases in Deaf Smith County currently, Hereford Regional Medical Center
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