Tips & News

We are so excited to congratulate the Saunders Medical Center Foundation 2021 Health Care Scholarship award winners! Thank you for supporting health care scholarships in Saunders County and making a difference for generations to come in our healthcare. Be Well.

Please see this important recall. Philips recalled between 3+ million devices. Patients are finding black debris within the air-path tube that is from the foam within the device that broke down and became inhaled by patients causing headaches, irritation, inflammation, respiratory issues, and carcinogenic effects. There have not been any reports of deaths at this time. See also https://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2021/06/21/philips-recall-sleep-apena-machines-health-hazard/

Drive-through and shot clinics are available as well as on-site clinic appointments.

Learn the signs of a stroke and act fast. SMC's Emergency Department quickly assisted Les Mach. Having MRI equipment in house was vital to his diagnosis.

Santa visited SMC's Long Term Care nursing home last month. See the newsletter for photos! JENNIFER LEFFLER is honored as the "Making The Difference!" highlight. January 2020 calendar also included!

See what is new at the Skilled and Long Term Care nursing home! Celebration photos included! Karen Miller recognized!

The Saunders Medical Center Foundation would like to invite you to a
Photographer & Donor Appreciation Reception
Sunday, Oct. 21 • 5-6pm
Open House & Family Care Clinic Tours

See our newly added photos for our hallways. Tour the recent expansion of Saunders Medical Center’s Family Care Clinic. Learn more about the Saunders Medical Center Foundation & healthcare in your community!

Come visit our residents or short-term stays for those recovering from an illness or injury. Here is the schedule for October 2018! Don't miss our Harvest Festival October 11 from 5-7 pm. See our "Making a Difference" employee Laura Eivins article too!

Saunders County Bike Rodeo
Public · Hosted by Three Rivers Public Health Department, Sid Dillon and Saunders Medical Center.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Smith Park, 441 N ELM St, Wahoo, Nebraska 68066
Join us for great prizes and information!

Join us in June! (See our calendar of events or just stop by.) "Making a Difference" features Autumn Waldman, skin check guidelines and information on our Alzheimer's awareness event.

Every day can seem like the longest day for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease, their families, and caregivers.
On June 21, the Longest Day of the Year, we will honor these amazing people. Throughout the day, we will host activities to promote awareness, raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Association, and show our love for these amazing people.
Check out our Facebook page during the next few weeks for more details on how you can be a part of this very special day at Long Term Care.

March is Colon Cancer Awareness month. Schedule your screening\colonoscopy and receive a free gift! Call 402 443-1455.

These foods all increase inflammation in your body, and the inflammation they cause is associated with a higher chance of developing colon cancer, according to pooled data from two major health studies. If you remember this toy, it's time to discuss screenings.

Mark you calendar and call 402 443-1455 to schedule your colonoscopy. We can answer any questions you have. Or, see more information about our specialist at https://saundersmedicalcenter.com/specialties/surgeons/surgeon-directory/colonoscopies.html

Calling all of Saunders County (especially Colon, Nebraska!) to wear blue tomorrow: Friday, March 16 to raise awareness of Saunders County's numbers. Let's get the screening. Colon cancer is "soooo preventable." Ashland, Nebraska | Cedar Bluffs, Nebraska | Ceresco, Nebraska | Colon, Nebraska |Ithaca, Nebraska | Leshara, Nebraska | Malmo, Nebraska | Mead, Nebraska | Memphis, Nebraska | Morse Bluff, Nebraska | Prague, Nebraska | Valparaiso, Nebraska | Wahoo, Nebraska | Weston, Nebraska | Yutan, Nebraska

Wear BLUE March 16 to raise awareness of colon cancer in Saunders County Nebraska.

Currently, people at average risk of colon cancer are told to start screening for the disease at age 50. But a new study raises the question of whether earlier screening could be better.

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Here's why we wear blue: March is Colon Cancer Awareness month. Let's change our numbers Saunders County and get our screenings. Colon Cancer is highly preventable/treatable. Call to schedule your screening today at 402 443-1455.

Let's change our numbers Saunders County and get our screenings. Colon Cancer is highly preventable/treatable. Call to schedule your screening today at 402 443-1455.

See the video of the fun had by all who entered and voted at the Ugly Sweater Contest. Residents of the nursing home —Saunders Medical Center's Long Term Care lead the voting for the best one! Dancing, lighting and noise-making sweaters brought smiles to all. The event ended with a parade walk though the rest of the facility to see the hospital and office staff and the Christmas decorations in the lobby.

Save the date for our Family Open House: Sunday, Dec. 17 2-4 pm.

Come meet our team, learn about the complete therapy services offered and walk through our NEWLY REMODELED & EXPANDED patient areas!