Community News
The latest healthcare information and the current events happening at Decatur County Memorial Hospital.
Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
The brain is probably the most complex organ in the human body, acting as a sort of control center that keeps all of our bodily systems functioning as they should while allowing us to create memories, think critically and more. While forgetfulness may happen to...
DCMH hosts record breaking Healthy Fair
GREENSBURG – Decatur County Memorial Hospital had a record-breaking Healthy Fair Wednesday. According to DCMH President and CEO Rex McKinney, approximately 800 people attended the event. To put that in perspective, last year 699 people attended the local Healthy Fair....
DCMH hosting annual Healthy Fair
Local residents who wish to learn more about their health and what Decatur County Memorial Hospital offers should consider attending an event scheduled to take place next week. The 12th annual DCMH Healthy Fair will be held from 9:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. June 19 at...
Chamber’s WIB Conference a success
GREENSBURG — Sponsored by First Financial, Duke Energy, Honda Manufacturing and Decatur County Memorial Hospital, the Greensburg-Decatur County Chamber of Commerce hosted the 13th annual Women in Business Conference Thursday in the Greensburg Elementary School...
Orthopedics
When you experience a medical issue, you know how important it is to get the right care for proper treatment and healing. The human body is complex, and while most doctors and physicians have an abundance of overall knowledge, you will often be sent to specialists who...
Hospital, schools partner for CPR training
Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH), through their American Heart Association Training Center CPR Instructors, is partnering with Decatur County Schools to provide CPR and AED education to local county teachers. Sean Durbin, DCMH AHA CPR Instructor and Decatur...
DCMH hosted ‘wellness’ luncheon
Decatur County Memorial Hospital hosted an Occupational Health & Wellness Luncheon this month for some of our local businesses. DCMH shared they are committed to serving the local employers by providing quality health and wellness services designed to meet the...
American Stroke Awareness Month
A stroke can happen to anyone at any age and, in fact, is the fifth leading cause of death in the U.S. Unfortunately, many people are unaware of the signs and symptoms, leading to delayed treatment, or how to potentially prevent a stroke from happening. May is...
