Nurse practitioners like Michelle Williams, FNP, help the Hereford care team deliver excellent care. Williams began working at Hereford Regional Medical Center in 2019 and brings 26 years of nursing experience to the community. As an FNP (family nurse practitioner), Williams works with patients at all stages of life, diagnosing patients, prescribing medications, and developing
This fall and winter, the combined presence of the flu, COVID-19, and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) viruses will put everyone at a greater risk of contracting one or more potentially serious respiratory diseases. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention forecasted several scenarios for this fall and winter, including a potential “tripledemic” where the flu,
Because the virus that causes COVID-19 is changing over time, your protection against the virus needs an update each year. The newly updated COVID-19 vaccines target the predominant variants currently circulating and restore protection from COVID-19 that may have decreased over time. Hereford Regional Medical Center encourages everyone over the age of six months to
Much like last fall and winter, the 2023-2024 flu season poses an elevated risk of illness, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention tracking several countries in the Southern Hemisphere (which have their flu season before the U.S.) that are experiencing higher or earlier flu activity compared to previous years. No matter your age
While anyone can experience a poor night’s sleep every now and then, recurring symptoms may be a sign of a more serious issue. Common symptoms of sleep disorders include: Snoring: While most snoring can be associated with a number of issues, including obesity or certain medications, snoring is a common sign of sleep apnea, a
At Hereford Regional Medical Center, maternity care doesn’t just end when you leave the hospital. Beginning September 23, the Hereford Health Clinic will offer monthly breastfeeding classes for first-time mothers or anyone seeking helpful information about breastfeeding best practices. All classes will be led by HRMC nurse practitioner Carolyn Jansa, WHNP-BC, IBCLC, an International Board-Certified
Common sleep disorders can have a significant impact on your health. It’s more than just disrupted sleep. If left untreated, sleep disorders can lead to an increased risk of high blood pressure, stroke, and heart attack. “The risks associated with leaving sleep disorders untreated can be serious,” said Silvana Juarez, sleep study manager at
Jeff Barnhart is stepping down as CEO of Deaf Smith County Hospital District after seven years characterized by numerous expansions and improvements to the hospital’s operations. In addition to the expansion of services like wound care and the employee wellness program, WorkSmart, Barnhart also oversaw the launch of the community paramedicine program that combines EMS,
School is just around the corner, and Hereford Regional Medical Center has you covered for all the back-to-school resources you need to start the new school year on the right foot. From vaccinations to physical exams, the Hereford Health Clinic has everything you need to get your child ready for school. Below you’ll also find
When Hereford resident James Self experienced neck pain and soreness that neither self-care remedies nor a chiropractor could heal, he faced the choice between driving hours each week to get physical therapy in Amarillo or going right down the road to the physical therapists at Hereford Regional Medical Center. He chose to stay closer to
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