MT. GRANT GENERAL HOSPITAL FULL-TIME PHYSICAL THERAPIST Definition of position: Within the framework of the objectives and policies established by the Physical Therapy Director and Medical Staff, plans and coordinates Physical Therapy services. Restores patient's function, alleviates pain, and prevents disabilities by planning and administering medically prescribed physical therapy. In summary, the Physical Therapist is […]
Flu Season Is Coming — Are You Ready?
As we head into another flu season, this month’s Bug of the Month is influenza!
Did you know that insurance companies give hospitals and healthcare providers a limited amount of time to submit claims for payment?
Meet this month's bug: Cyclospora! It is a microscopic parasite that causes an intestinal illness called cyclosporiasis — and right now, it's making a lot of noise.
Let’s talk about sugar! We all like sweet things. Cookies, milkshakes, pies, sweet tea, sweetened coffee, the list is endless! Let’s explore our sugar habit just a little. Some interesting facts about sugar consumption in the US. What happens to all that extra sugar?? Per the American Heart Association, “It all comes down to how […]
Winter Safety: A Guide from Mt. Grant General Hospital Winter can be a beautiful season, but it also presents unique safety challenges. By taking proactive steps, you can help ensure a safe and healthy winter for you and your family. Here's what you need to know about vehicle and household preparedness, as well as preventing […]
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Let’s talk about Carbon Monoxide. This information is directly from CDC. Please go to Centers for Disease Control for more information. https://www.cdc.gov/carbon-monoxide/about/index.html Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that kills without warning. It claims the lives of hundreds of people every year and makes thousands more ill. Many household items including gas- and […]
This information is taken directly from the CDC website: Click here - For more information. Signs and symptoms: A person usually develops symptoms 12 to 48 hours after being exposed to norovirus. Symptoms include: Diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, fever, headache, and body aches. Dehydration: If you have norovirus illness, you can feel extremely ill, and […]
Taken directly from my favorite information site, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). All credit to the authors and the publication. Influenza (flu) is a potentially serious disease that can lead to hospitalization and sometimes even death. Every flu season is different, and flu can affect people differently, but during typical flu seasons, millions of […]
