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Sue Selker, RN, Manager of the New Beginnings Birth Center at Prowers County Medical Center, reports that 40 babies have been born at the birthing center since its reopening at the end of February. That’s 40 moms and families who were able to deliver and receive high-quality OB and well-baby care close to home. “Everything [...]
Prowers Medical Center provides much more than essential primary care to area residents. Did you know that Surgical and OB/GYN care are also offered right here in Lamar through our experienced line-up of four general surgeons and two OB/GYN physicians? If you or someone you care about requires general surgery or gynecological care, it’s nice [...]
Cervical cancer is caused by a virus called HPV, and everyone age nine and up can receive a vaccination that effectively prevents infection from the virus. “The HPV vaccine is a really important one,” said Dr. Rebecca Cisneros, an OB/GYN at Prowers Medical Center. “In fact, it’s the only vaccine out there that can prevent [...]
Many women are the primary caregivers of children and older adults in their families, but they’re often not so good at prioritizing self-care. Sound familiar? If you’re a woman between the ages of 18 and 44, scheduling your annual check-up should be on the top of your to-do list, said Prowers Medical Center Family Nurse [...]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to bring attention to the risk factors of breast cancer and how routine mammograms can save thousands of lives. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and about one in every eight [...]
If you’re expecting a baby (or care about someone who is), you might be wondering about breastfeeding. Should you plan to do it? Does it really matter? What if you have questions or need help? August is National Breastfeeding Month, and our providers at Prowers Medical Center have some important information to share about the [...]
Prowers Medical Center offers full-scope Women’s Health services for patients in every stage of life — right here in Prowers County. Now, our team is growing. Dr. Rebecca Cisneros, an Obstetrics/Gynecologist (OB/GYN), comes to Prowers Medical Center from Mercy Hospital in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Ever since she was a child, she has been interested in [...]
Women tend to care for their loved ones before themselves, but they shouldn’t let this affect their personal health. Getting an annual well-woman exam provides women with peace of mind about their health and allows their provider to catch underlying conditions before they worsen. In Colorado, about 64 percent of women between the ages of [...]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an opportunity to bring attention to the risk factors of breast cancer and how routine mammograms can save thousands of lives. Breast cancer is the second most common cancer among women in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and about one in every eight [...]
No matter your age, physical shape or current health habits, it is empowering to take control of your health and improve it with simple lifestyle changes. Next Wednesday, September 29, is National Women’s Health and Fitness Day, an observance created by the Health Information Resource Center to encourage healthy living for women. Through regular physical [...]
