Former U.S. Surgeon General on measles case spikes, Casey Means nomination and more
Dr. Jerome Adams, the former U.S. Surgeon General, spoke with Margaret Brennan on Face the Nation Sunday about spikes in measles cases in the U.S.,…
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Addie Packs to host annual 5K Run & Walk for Addie fundraiser
The event is taking place at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, April 18, 2026, at West Wetlands Park, with registration starting at 8:30…
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Medical Minutes: Understanding kidney stones
Mitzi Pacheco, nurse practitioner from Exceptional Community Hospital in Yuma, explains what kidney stones are what should people do if they have…
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Medical Minutes: Understanding pneumonia
Pneumonia can quickly become serious, especially for older adults and those with chronic health…
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Sepsis is a serious medical emergency that can process quickly. Mitzi Pacheco, nurse practitioner from Exceptional Community Hospital (ECH) Yuma,…
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Foothills Cruisers Car Club donates teddy bears to ECH Yuma
The Foothills Cruiser Car Club dropped off more than 400 teddy bears and stuffed animals to Exceptional Community Hospital (ECH)…
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Chief of Staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with breast cancer
President Trump announced the diagnosis in a post to social media saying Wiles would begin treatments immediately. However, he said she would remain…
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Relay for Life 2026 happening next weekend
The event is happening Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., and it is “to honor those impacted by…
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YCNF to hold annual Nurses Gala
According to a press release, the gala is taking place at the Quechan Casino Resort from 6 p.m. to midnight on Saturday, May 2,…
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Wednesday marks six years since COVID-19 was declared a pandemic
On March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization officially declared COVID-19 a pandemic, “after more than 118,000 cases in 114 countries and 4,291…
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Foundation of Onvida Health celebrates 50 years of service with “A Night of Gratitude” event
The Onvida Health Foundation celebrated 50 years of giving back to the community with its “Night of Gratitude” event, honoring the donors,…
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New report says breast cancer deaths fell 40%
Breast cancer survival continues to improve in the U.S. as a new report from Lancet says the death rates have fallen by more than…
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ECH Yuma names winners of ‘Healthy Heart Coloring Contest’
Exceptional Community Hospital (ECH) Yuma reward three Dorothy Hall Elementary School students for their outstanding work on the “Healthy Heart…
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Organ donation in Arizona sets records
More than 1,000 lives were saved by Arizona organ donors last year, according to Donor Network of Arizona, the state’s organ procurement…
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FDA proposes rare disease treatment approval path
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing a new path to approve treatments for ultra-rare diseases. It would provide a way to get…
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ECH Yuma hosts Second Annual Heart Health Fair
The event took place at ECH Yuma, located at 2648 Araby Road, at 10 a.m. and was in honor of Heart Health…
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Nurses in Brawley share heart health advice for American Heart Month
As part of American Heart Month, healthcare providers in the Imperial Valley are encouraging residents to take a closer look at their heart…
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February marks Heart Health Month: Doctor shares tips to protect your heart
February is officially Heart Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the…
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Laboratory expands cervical cancer screening options with new HPV self-collection tests
The test allows patients to order their own FDA approved swab for private self-collection. The test determines if HPV associated with cervical cancer…
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Yuma clinic celebrates grand opening
Located at 100 East 24th Street in Yuma, the clinic offers routine primary care, as well as weight management, preventative health screenings,…
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