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News Releases October 27, 2020

Breathe easier – Respiratory Care Week

Did you know respiratory therapy originated in Chicago? In 1943, the first group of inhalation therapists (now called respiratory therapists) started working with post-operative patients during training at Michael Reese Hospital. Nearly 40 years later in 1982, President Ronald Reagan issued a proclamation dedicating National Respiratory Care Week and, today, we recognize National Respiratory Care Week the last full week in October.

News Releases October 27, 2020

A different kind of hip replacement

It was approximately three years ago when Wheeling resident Celia Johnson started experiencing what she considered an “annoying discomfort” in her right hip. “It wasn’t long until it progressed into consistent pain and limited range of motion,” Johnson describes. “As the pain increased I walked with a pronounced limp.”

In November 2019, Johnson finally received an official diagnosis ― osteoarthritis of the hip. And she finally decided it was time to do something about her pain.

News Releases October 27, 2020

No ‘butts’ about it, this test is crucial

A colonoscopy is the most reliable way to prevent and detect colon cancer. Polyps are found in at least 25 percent of men and women over the age of 50 through colonoscopies. As most colon cancer begins as precancerous polyps (called adenomas), detecting and removing these polyps are key to preventing cancer. Learn about one patient’s experience having this procedure during the COVID-19 pandemic.

News Releases October 20, 2020

NCH named among America’s 100 Best for cardiac care, coronary intervention, stroke care, pulmonary care and critical care

NCH is one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Cardiac Care, Coronary Intervention, Stroke Care, Pulmonary Care and Critical Care according to new research released by Healthgrades, the leading resource that connects consumers, physicians and health systems. Every year,Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance at nearly 4,500 hospitals nationwide for 32 of the most common inpatient procedures and conditions using Medicare data, and outcomes in appendectomy and bariatric surgery using all-payer data provided by 16 states.

News Releases October 19, 2020

PUBLIC NOTICE – MAGNET RECOGNITION PROGRAM® Site Visit

Northwest Community Healthcare was designated as a Magnet organization in 2006, 2010, and 2015, by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program®. This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in nursing services. In December 2020, Northwest Community Healthcare is applying for re-designation.

Emergency Care October 15, 2020

Honoring our emergency nurses: Emergency Nurses Week

This year, the Emergency Nurses Association is celebrating Emergency Nurses Week October 11 through 17. Emergency Nurses Day® is Wednesday, October 14. To celebrate, we’d like to introduce you to three NCH Emergency Department nurses.

News Releases October 15, 2020

Sisters encourage other women to learn their risks of breast cancer

Every woman who comes to an NCH Breast Imaging Center for screening receives a complimentary risk assessment before her mammogram is performed. If the patient is found to have an elevated lifetime risk for developing breast cancer, she will be advised to visit the High Risk Breast Clinic. We spoke to two sisters who were recently referred to the clinic to hear their stories.

News Releases October 14, 2020

NCH offers Flu Shot Clinic at Arlington Heights Senior Center

Northwest Community Healthcare (NCH) Senior Services will be available from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday, October 22 to administer flu shots at the Arlington Heights Senior Center.

News Releases October 14, 2020

NCH Wellness Center offers new youth fitness program

eginning in November, NCH Wellness Center will offer a new youth fitness program. Developed to benefit young people experiencing restricted activity during the pandemic, young athletes can expect camaraderie and team-building in a safe, supportive and high-energy environment. Coach-to-athlete ratios are optimized for individual instruction and attention.

News Releases October 1, 2020

Mental health: Coping in the pandemic

This year has been like no other, and it’s hard to envision a change any time soon. We’ve touched on many COVID-19 related topics in this publication, and now it’s time to focus on our mental health. October is a good time for the topic – it’s getting darker earlier, the weather is turning cooler and gradually inhibiting outdoor activities. We spoke with Taylor Wolfe, Licensed Social Worker and Clinical Supervisor of the NCH Behavioral Health Intake Department, about our pandemic-related mental health questions.