The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Most of us realize that we need to drink a certain amount of water daily to obtain optimal health. However, many of us fall short. Some of us are so conditioned to drinking small amounts of water that we don’t know how to squeeze in the proper amount. Before…
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PCH Received High Hospital Strength Index
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The administration of Paulding County Hospital thinks it is important to compare the costs, patient outcomes and financial stability of PCH with other hospitals in Ohio and the United States. IVantage Health Analytics, an independent hospital rating company, has recently released their data regarding the Top 100 HealthStrong Critical Access Hospitals in the United States.…
Daily Water Consumption Debate: What’s the Right Amount?
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Water makes up 60% of our body weight and is crucial for survival. In fact, we can only survive a few days without water. We lose water daily and must maintain the proper level in order for our bodies to function optimally. However, the debate about how much each…
Drown Out Dry Weather
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Have you noticed that you don’t seem to drink as much water during the dry winter months? We don’t seem to get as thirsty because the weather is cooler and our body temperatures are lower. We aren’t working up a sweat as often. However, water is essential to our…
Paulding Students Job Shadow at PCH
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Shadowing is very important in the Healthcare IndustryPictured are Ashlyn Laney, Sue Beck, and Andrea Singer. Ashlyn and Andrea, both seniors at Paulding High School, recently job shadowed at Paulding County Hospital. Job shadowing is a vital component in deciding upon a healthcare career and is considered when assessing application for scholarships. The Paulding County…
Red Cross Winter Weather and Home Heating Preparedness Tips and Resources
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Be safe during extreme temperaturesPreparedness Tips § Follow recommendations and guidelines provided by your local emergency management agency, community organizations and other applicable service providers. § Dress in layers to stay warm and retain heat. § Establish a communication plan to stay in contact with family, friends and neighbors. § Download the Red Cross First…
Fight Boredom Eating in the Winter
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Winter months are the nemesis for dieters worldwide. Our bodies have to fight much harder to remain active and avoid the fatigue of shorter days and cabin fever. People who gain weight in the winter gain an average of 5-7 pounds. While this amount doesn’t seem like a lot,…
New Location for Bagley Family Chiropractic
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Hicksville recently saw changes to a local medical office. Dr. Ryan Bagley and his practice moved to Old Mill Road. This new location opened on December 21, 2013 and is right around the corner from the previous address at West High Street. Ryan is 1998 graduate of Antwerp High School who went to Bowling Green…
Are Routine Physicals a Waste of Time?
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In recent years, much debate continues regarding the usefulness of routine physicals. Some people argue that the Affordable Care Act will add a significant number of eligible patients, which will take away time from more critical health issues. Others argue that it is unnecessary for relatively healthy people to undergo an annual exam. A number…
Tips for Successful Resolutions
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Tips for Successful ResolutionsThe Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Did you make a New Year’s resolution? If so, you are among nearly half of all Americans who make resolutions each year. The most common resolutions have to do with losing weight, making money, reducing debt, quitting a smoking habit, and exercising more. However, only 8%…
Paulding County Hospital Collaborates on Electronic Records
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Parkview Health adds Paulding County Hospital to electronic health record systemParkview Health and Paulding County Hospital recently announced the two will collaborate in an effort to better patient care and access to medical information through Parkview Community Connect. Parkview’s Community Connect program works to extend electronic health records to independent physicians and hospitals throughout the…
6th Annual March for Life
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Defiance County Courthouse January 22, 2014 – 12:00 p.m.Sponsored by Mother Teresa Respect for Life The March for Life is to walk and stand up for those children who are within the womb of their mothers who cannot say how beautiful their lives are. The march will start at the same time as the March…
Loosen Your Way to Comfort
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The Nurturing Well by: Jill Starbuck Have you noticed that it takes a little more effort to get moving in cold weather? Shorter days and colder temperatures make us want to hide under blankets next to a fire. Inactivity and blistery weather cause stiff muscles, which can make us feel twice our age. Muscle stiffness…
