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Health experts encourage people to get flu shots
October 09, 2025OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - With fall officially underway flu season is ramping up and health officials say now is the time to get vaccinated.“We have seen some flu already. We saw actually our first flu case was in the first part of September,” nurse practitioner Billie Lanham.Lanham said Easy Care Clinic said serious cases of influenza are already present as we…
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ORHC to Host Breast Cancer Walk
October 09, 2025Ottumwa Regional Health Center will host its 5th Annual Breast Cancer Walk on Saturday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the hospital campus. The walk brings the community together to support patients, honor survivors, and promote the importance of early detection and breast health education. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the United States. Early detection through screenings such as mammograms, clinical exams, and self-checks dramatically improves outcomes and saves lives. The walk provides a visible platform for the community to engage with this important message and encourages participants to take an active role in their health.
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ORHC Adds Family Nurse Practitioner
October 08, 2025Ottumwa Regional Health Center announced the addition of Billie Lanham, FNP-C, a certified family nurse practitioner, to its medical staff. Lanham is now seeing patients at the EasyCare Walk-In Clinic.
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Ottumwa Regional Health Center earns Chest Pain Center Reaccreditation
October 03, 2025Press Release - Ottumwa Regional Health Center•Sep 25, 2025OTTUMWA - The American College of Cardiology has once again recognized Ottumwa Regional Health Center for its continued commitment in treating patients with chest pain. Ottumwa Regional Health Center has been reaccredited as a Chest Pain Center from the American College of Cardiology (ACC) following a…
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Why You Shouldn’t Skip Your Annual Physical: Screenings That Save Lives
September 26, 2025Your annual physical is more than a routine doctor’s visit — it’s an important part of long-term health planning. While many people only see a doctor when something feels wrong, preventive care helps identify risks and conditions before symptoms appear. At Ottumwa Regional Health Center, our primary care teams focus on whole-person health.…
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Health experts encourage people to get flu shots
September 24, 2025OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - With fall officially underway flu season is ramping up and health officials say now is the time to get vaccinated.“We have seen some flu already. We saw actually our first flu case was in the first part of September,” nurse practitioner Billie Lanham.Lanham said Easy Care Clinic said serious cases of influenza are already present as we…
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Students showcasing artwork at Ottumwa Regional Health Center
September 18, 2025OTTUMWA, Iowa (KYOU) - Right in the lobby of Ottumwa Regional Health Center students from Cardinal High School are connecting with the community through their artwork.Makenna Ware is one of the Cardinal high school students honored to have her work on display.“I kind of just hope that it helps people that may be in a harder spot or might be going through something…
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Joan Garrett, Breast Cancer Survivor
September 16, 2025"One phone with a sympathetic voice on the other end, can change your life, your perspective, your goals." When Joan got the call that she would be battling breast cancer for a second time, she knew that she would turn to the cancer care professionals at Ottumwa Regional Health Center's McCreery Cancer Center at for her radiation oncology care.
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ORHC partners with Cardinal High School to showcase student artwork
September 08, 2025Artwork created by Cardinal High School students is now on display in the main lobby of Ottumwa Regional Health Center as part of a new partnership between the hospital and the school’s art department.
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How to Protect Your Child from Fall Viruses like Flu, RSV, and COVID
September 03, 2025As colder temperatures settle in across Ottumwa, IA, children are spending more time indoors – whether at school, daycare, after-school programs, or even home. These enclosed spaces make it easier for fall viruses like flu, RSV, and COVID-19 to spread. And with colder air drying out nasal passages and weakening immune defenses, kids are more vulnerable than ever…
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ORHC hires Stice to lead wound center
August 22, 2025Ottumwa Regional Health Center has announced the appointment of Lindsey Stice as the new director of the Ottumwa Regional Wound Center.
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ORHC Names Stice Director Of Wound Center
August 21, 2025Ottumwa Regional Health Center (ORHC) is proud to announce the appointment of Lindsey Stice as the new Director of the Ottumwa Regional Wound Center.
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Ottumwa Regional Health Center names two to board of trustees
August 08, 2025Ottumwa Regional Health Center has appointed Zenna Boyd and David Suarez to its board of trustees.
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EMS manager receives Ottumwa Regional Health Center's Mercy Award
August 08, 2025Ottumwa Regional Health Center's EMS Manager Mark Frymoyer is the center's 2025 Mercy Award winner.
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Mark Frymoyer Named 2025 Mercy Award Winner
August 07, 2025Ottumwa Regional Health Center (ORHC), recently announced that Mark Frymoyer has been recognized as the facility’s 2025 Mercy Award winner.
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Why Mosquito-Borne Illnesses Are on the Rise — and How to Protect Yourself
August 01, 2025Warmer weather and standing water are fueling a surge in mosquito-borne diseases. Here’s what you need to know and how to prevent them.
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Ottumwa Regional Health Center Honors Nurse Colleen for 33 Years of Compassionate Care
July 17, 2025Ottumwa Regional Health Center proudly recognizes Colleen Biggs, RN, a longtime member of its surgical services team, for more than 33 years of exceptional service and heartfelt dedication to patient care.
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ORHC Now Offering Weekend Ultrasound Services
June 25, 2025Ottumwa Regional Health Center (ORHC) has expanded access to diagnostic imaging by offering ultrasound appointments on weekends, beginning this June.
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Ottumwa Regional Health Center Now Offering Weekend Ultrasound Services
June 24, 2025Services will now be available three weekends per month, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., providing patients with greater flexibility to schedule essential diagnostic care outside of traditional weekday hours.
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Iowa hospital launches program to reduce maternal mortality, improve postpartum care
June 16, 2025The Special Delivery Program prioritizes early intervention and raises awareness about what postpartum complications women can experience.
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