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Monthly Board Meeting March 27, 2025

The Deaf Smith County Hospital District board of directors will hold it's monthly meeting on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in the Hereford Regional Medical Center Board Room located at 540 W. 15th Street, Hereford, TX. View the meeting agenda here.

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Measles Cases Are Rising in West Texas — Here’s What You Need to Know

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

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Measles Outbreak Spreading in West Texas

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

By |2025-03-07T15:56:16-05:00March 7th, 2025|Press Release|Comments Off on Measles Outbreak Spreading in West Texas

Honoring Courage on COVID-19 Heroes and Memorial Day

March 4, 2025, marks the second annual COVID-19 Heroes and Memorial Day, a day of reflection, gratitude, and remembrance. This special day honors first responders and health care professionals who stood strong for their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. It also commemorates the lives of more than 95,000 Texans lost to the virus. It was

By |2025-02-28T19:41:49-05:00March 4th, 2025|Blog, News, Public Health|Comments Off on Honoring Courage on COVID-19 Heroes and Memorial Day

Winter Weather is Hurting Blood Supplies — Here’s How You Can Help

Winter storms across the country have disrupted blood donation efforts, leaving hospitals struggling to maintain the supply needed for patients. With cancellations, icy roads, and travel delays, the nation’s blood banks are running  low. But here in Hereford, we have a chance to make a difference.  Hereford Regional Medical Center is hosting a community blood

By |2025-02-17T16:14:15-05:00February 27th, 2025|Blog, Public Health|Comments Off on Winter Weather is Hurting Blood Supplies — Here’s How You Can Help

Measles Outbreak is Spreading

Immunization remains best protective strategy Feb. 24, 2025 (Hereford) – The number of measles cases in West Texas is increasing. Hereford Regional Medical Center is encouraging the community to check their and their families’ immunization status, get immunized, and follow public health guidelines if exposed. The best way to prevent getting sick with measles is

By |2025-02-26T15:29:54-05:00February 24th, 2025|Blog, Press Release, Public Health|Comments Off on Measles Outbreak is Spreading

Monthly Board Meeting February 27, 2025

The Deaf Smith County Hospital District board of directors will hold it's monthly meeting on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in the Hereford Regional Medical Center Board Room located at 540 W. 15th Street, Hereford, TX. View the meeting agenda here.

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Measles Outbreak Alert: Protect Your Family and Community

Measles cases are on the rise in our region, and health officials have issued an urgent reminder for everyone be fully vaccinated. If you or your child need a measles (MMR) vaccine, contact the Hereford Health Clinic at 806-364-7512. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) recently confirmed an outbreak in Gaines County, with

By |2025-02-24T17:19:25-05:00February 10th, 2025|Blog, Medicare Wellness Center, Public Health|Comments Off on Measles Outbreak Alert: Protect Your Family and Community

Monthly Board Meeting January 30, 2025

The Deaf Smith County Hospital District board of directors will hold it's monthly meeting on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in the Hereford Regional Medical Center Board Room located at 540 W. 15th Street, Hereford, TX. View the meeting agenda here.View the meeting minutes here.

By |2025-07-28T15:23:20-05:00January 26th, 2025|Board Meeting|Comments Off on Monthly Board Meeting January 30, 2025

The Benefits of Recovering Close to Home: Enhancing Patient Care and Recovery

When it comes to surgical recovery, the environment can play a crucial role in the healing process. For patients in rural areas like Hereford, having the option to recover close to home, surrounded by friends and family, can significantly enhance their overall care and recovery experience. It also reduces stress and pressure on loved ones

By |2025-01-17T15:34:21-05:00January 17th, 2025|Surgery|Comments Off on The Benefits of Recovering Close to Home: Enhancing Patient Care and Recovery
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