Suicide is a leading cause of death in the Unit- ed States. The impact of a suicide reaches far and wide, affecting co-workers, friends, family members first responders and the community at large.
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Recovery from addiction is a long process and frequently there is little recognition of a person’s achievements in that journey.
One purpose of the Edgar County Recovery Oriented System of …
The Edgar County Public Health Department (ECPHD) has been without a dentist for two long years, after searching high and low the position will be filed before the end of the year.
“I have …
Private therapy practice opens in Paris
After several years of working in the mental health field, Heather Melton has opened a private therapy practice where she can pursue her passion for helping people.
“I view therapy as an …
Paris native Jenna Lawson has returned home to join the physical therapy team at Horizon Health.
Lawson earned her doctor of physical therapy degree at Indiana State University with a …
Horizon Health and the Horizon Health Foundation have announced the 2023 healthcare scholarship recipients. These next generation healthcare heroes were honored at a July 28 luncheon at the hospital.
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The use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) gained national attention last January when Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered cardiac arrest and collapsed on the field during a game. An …
On June 21, a day marked as summer solstice, the longest day of the year, the staff and residents at Paris Health & Rehab Center held a balloon release. The release of several purple balloons …
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) issued a statement to remind residents of infected animals and potential cases of rabies from bats in the late summer months.
“Rabies is a …
The Edgar County Department of Public Health (ECDPH) provided a vital emergency service in the aftermath of the June 29 derecho causing extensive damage and leaving much of the county without …
Today it’s horseback riding. Tomorrow it’s snorkeling. What will the next day bring for Jessica Woolum, of Paris?
Woolum embarked on an aggressive weight loss journey in late 2022 …
Edward Rico, president of the Edgar County Public Health Department board, and fellow board member Scott Ingrum say the health department needs better backing from the Edgar County Board.
They …
A unique blend of heart-health conscious cooking and heart-warming care blended together June 14 as a class from Horizon Health’s Cardiopulmonary Rehab Program took place.
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To tend to a plant is a trying process. Gardening tests one’s patience and demands careful observation and care. Even under ideal conditions, a plant can wilt or falter if its demands are not …
The Illinois Society of Healthcare Risk Management (ISHRM) has named Eunice Chaney of Horizon Health as its Risk Manager of the Year. The announcement was made at ISHRM’s annual …
Edgar County Public Health Department (ECPHD) board members are keeping their fingers crossed.
Department administrator Monica Dunn expressed positive feelings about her meeting with a candidate …
Planning for emergencies means trying to anticipate every contingency, but the best plans cannot function without people to do the work.
The American Red Cross needs volunteers in Edgar County.
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An additional $85,800 the Edgar County Board provided to the Human Resources Center of Edgar and Clark Counties is paying dividends.
Jonathan Burns, HRC executive director, reported on how the …
Bee Well looks at food forest option for community garden
CHARLESTON — Members of the Bee Well of Edgar County coalition and other interested local citizens took a field trip to look at a different type of community garden.
Bee Well organized in …
Community minded employees at AeroGen-TEK are helping chemotherapy patients at the Horizon Health Infusion Clinic.
The company presented a $300 gift to the Horizon Health Foundation May 10 to …
Celebrate families exceeds expectations
Celebrate Families sponsored by the Edgar County Public Health Department was a runaway success filled with three hours of fun, giveaways, snacks, free dental exams, live demonstration and community …
After a long and frustrating search for a dentist at the Edgar County Public Health Department, there is a spark of hope.
“I have been talking to a dentist who is interested in our …
On Thursday, May 4, Harriett Ramsey recorded her blood pressure, her weight and received one-on-one medical consultation from a registered nurse. This is all standard procedure for a trip to the …
Horizon Health’s Employee Wellness Coordinator Julee Dennis has been working hand-in-hand with registered dietitians Madison Easton, Eva Kirchner and the behavioral health department looking at …
Monica Dunn, administrator of the Edgar County Department of Public Health (ECPHD), applied her passion for community when she wrote a Blue Cross and Blue Shield Wellness Can’t Wait Campaign …
After several years of on-and-off starts, the Bee Well Community Garden is ready to relaunch for this growing season.
“We just need to get something in the ground to build …
The Edgar County Public Health Department (ECPHD) has a dental program, but not a dentist. And it has been that way for a long time.
ECPHD administrator Monica Dunn raised the issue during the …
Horizon Health is now accepting registration for an upcoming EMT-Basic certification course.
The 18-week course takes place 5-9 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays beginning Sept. 25. Classes are taught …
National Volunteer Week was established in 1974 to recognize and celebrate the efforts of volunteers across the country.
It is a time to honor and thank hospital volunteers for their commitment …
Video counseling fills need for rural nursing homes
KNOXVILLE, Iowa ― Bette Helm was glad to have someone to talk with about her insomnia.
Helm lives in a nursing home in this central Iowa town of about 7,500 people, where mental health …
The Horizon Health EZ Care clinics in Paris and Marshall are closed Sunday, April 9, in observation of Easter.
The clinics resume normal operations 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday, April 10.
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Dialysis center finally opens at Horizon Health, bringing needed care to county
For dialysis patients in Edgar County, receiving treatment is challenging for various reasons. Long trips to Champaign or Terre Haute, Ind., and isolation from family and friends can turn a …
Horizon Health is hosting an open house for its new dialysis center 4:30-6 p.m. March 27.
The event includes tours, education and an opportunity to talk with dialysis staff. Visitors should enter …
Brittany Wojnicki, podiatrist at Horizon Health, goes the extra mile for her patients. In this case, make it 3,000 miles.
Wojnicki recently traveled to Iceland as an attendee at the Northern …
Foot Care Clinic to assist more individuals who need access to routine healthcare.
In recognition of Holy Thursday, the event will take place April 6 at the High Rise apartments in Paris. The …
Regular exercise is important for good health. Horizon Health makes exercise easy for seniors as a participating member in the SilverSneakers program.
SilverSneakers is a national health and …
