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(Emporia, KS) — Newman Regional Health announced today that COVID-19 vaccination appointments are transitioning to Newman Regional Health Medical Partners clinics, effective April 1, 2022. Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines are available, by appointment only, for Newman Regional…
(Emporia, KS) — Newman Regional Health continues to receive recognition for its commitment to improving infant and maternal health by earning another High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier from the program developed by the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund…
(Emporia, KS) — Newman Regional Health (NRH) has partnered with Coffey Health System (CHS) to provide implementation, hosting, and management of healthcare information services, also known as electronic health records (EHR). The finalized agreement was announced by Newman Regional Health…
An epidural steroid injection (ESI) is the delivery of powerful anti-inflammatory medicine directly into the space outside of the sac of fluid around your spinal cord. This area is called the epidural space. ESI is not the same as epidural anesthesia given…
(Emporia, KS) — Since 1922, Newman Regional Health has been serving the communities of Lyon County and the surrounding areas. 2022 marks a year of celebration for 100 years of leadership, education, service, growth, and quality care. Over the last…
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Newman Memorial County Hospital was founded on March 6, 1922, and named in honor of a local businessman, George W. Newman, who donated $50,000 upon his death in February 1919 specifically intended for the creation of a local hospital. The…
(Emporia, KS) — The nursing team at Newman Regional Health is now being given a new opportunity to be honored and recognized for their quality patient care with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses®. The award is part of the…
“Having this technology within the hospital is more convenient for our patients and allows our referring physicians and radiologists the opportunity to provide a quicker diagnosis,” said Bob Wright, CEO at Newman Regional Health. “We thank the Jones Trust Advisory…
Don’t Let Carpal Tunnel Get the Best of You Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by pressure on the median nerve. Ligaments and bones surround the narrow passageway on the palm of the hand. When the nerve receives pressure, you can…