CHS News
May 2008
Ball Memorial Hospital Receives National Ultrasound Accreditation
Ball Memorial Hospital Best in State for Cardiac Surgery
Ask the Experts: Skin Cancer Screenings
April 2008
Ask the Experts: Breastfeeding Benefits
Ask the Experts: Advance Directives
Ask the Experts: Organ Donations
Ask the Experts: Uninsured Week
March 2008
Teen Volunteers Complement BMH Volunteer Program
Ask the Experts: Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
BMH's Medical Education Recognizes Fisher for research contributions
Ask the Experts: School Lunches
Blackford Community Hospital growing as a valuable local asset
Ask the Experts: Beware of Genital Warts
February 2008
Cardinal Health System continues on elite national list
Nurse Navigator Assists Patients in Uncertain Times
January 2008
Ask the Experts: Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Melo recognized as finalist for statewide award
December 2007
Ask the Expert: Cold Relief and Prevention
Mayor Dan Canan named President of The BMH Foundation
Ask the Expert: Breast Surgery Recovery Program
November 2007
Ask the Expert: What is Mittelschmerz?
Ask the Expert: What is Colposcopy?
Ask the Expert: What is Mammosite?
October 2007
Ask the Expert: What is Hospice?
Ask the Expert: VitalStem Therapy
Ask the Expert: Tinea Versicolor
Ask the Expert: What is Autism?
September 2007
Ask the Expert: School Lunches
LabCorp to Purchase PA Labs
Ask the Expert: Ultrasound
Ask the Expert: What are Boils and Carbuncles?
Ask the Expert: What is Amenorrhea?
August 2007
Stanley named President and CEO of Cardinal Health System
Ask the Expert: Why get a CT Lung Screening?
Ask the Expert: Why get a Calcium Scoring Screening.
July 2007
Ask the Expert: Mini clinic to open in the mall
Cancer Center raises money
during Relay for Life
Ask the Expert: Symptom is uncomfortable but not dangerous
Wound Center earns two national awards
Ask the Expert: Do you know what triggers asthma?
Ask the Expert: Discharge, other symptoms, can signal infections
Ask the Expert: 'Trick' is certainly no treat for those infected with it
June 2007
Sleep group hosts open house and free screenings
Ball Memorial Hospital Rehab Center
receives national accreditation
JCAHO tabs Blackford Community Hospital with second perfect report in eight months
Ask the Expert: When was your last Pap test?
May 2007
Ask the Expert: Get your entire family involved in physical activities
Toy Ride benefits Peds and Teens
Clean Air Fair Honors Dr. Nicki Turner
Junior volunteers needed for summer program
Ask the Expert: Scanners give doctors more info than ever
Ask the Expert: Get a free skin cancer screening
April 2007
Beckman named new CHS chief operating officer
Hospice program spotlights remembrances
Preteens can learn healthy habits at Children’s Health Fair
Ask the Expert: Don't forget the bike helmet
Ask the Expert: New surgical robot allows for faster recovery
Ask the Expert: Girls ages 9-13 target for new HPV Vaccine
Ask the Expert: Help prevent cancer with your diet
March 2007
Kids Helping Kids event benefits Foundation
New campaign extends reach of previous 100K
Look to the Sleep Lab for a more restful night
Hospice volunteer training offered again in April
Mobile lab brings hands-on training and education to Muncie
BMH ahead of national cardiac response goals
Online Donations--a convenient way to donate to the BMH Foundation
Kids helping kids to benefit East Central Indiana Youth
Annual Foundation campaign sets new mark
Ask the Expert: Airways become blocked with COPD
Ask the Expert: Prevent Poisonings in children, elderly
Ask the Expert: She can help you be a better breather
Ask the Expert: Are you at risk for colorectal cancer
Ask the Expert: Go fad free in March
February 2007
Ask the Expert: Perfect time to get some exercise
Ask the Expert: What are your barriers to exercise
BMH Offers an indepth look at the da Vinci Surgical System
BMH now offers less invasive Carotid artery procedure for patients at risk of stroke
BMH partners with National Renal Alliance to
expand and enhance local dialysis service
January 2007
Ask the Expert: Beware of the risk factors for heart disease
Ask the Expert: Do I really need a mammogram? Yes.
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Motion clinic might help pinpoint pain
Ask the Expert: Cervical Cancer: Raising Awareness
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Clinic offers solutions for dizziness
December 2006
CHS Pharmacist earns select certification
Acquisition by Blackford Community Hospital brings expanded services to local residents
Internal and Legislative meetings aim to open communications
Second affiliates and partners meeting focuses on increased integration and support
Ask the Expert: Healthy eating for the holidays
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Flu shots will be offered Thursday
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Diabetic? Don't forget to have feet checked
November 2006
Cancer Center receive regional accolade
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CST eases pain, helps the patient to heal
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Treatment for spinal fractures
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Positive results with total knee replacement
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Sports-related injuries can be prevented
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High blood pressure common, dangerous
Auxiliary cooking demonstration
showcases good food and cause
October 2006
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Osteoporosis fractures can go unnoticed
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Weight gain, irregular periods are signs of PCOS
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Speech therapy isn't just for kids
Physicians test drive surgical robot system
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Pain Center Helps People Regain Function
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Help in choosing OTC cold products
September 2006
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Set specific, attainable goals for weight loss
Rounding expected to reduce nursing workload, improve patient care
New unit in place to
support Emergency Department
Product Decision Team process committed
to safe, cost effective patient care
Siela honor continues nursing
tradition of "Excellence"
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When should you rush to the ED
August 2006
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Lymphedema can be controlled
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Low-vision intervention: bringing clarity to life
CHS hospitals join elite group offering CarePages
100,000 Lives Campaign Looking ahead to '6 by 7'
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Bariatric Center can help fight obesity
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For misbehaving children, attention is the antidote
July 2006
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Responsibilities come with babies
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Strong bones are key to good health
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Quality of life is the goal of therapeutic recreation
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Make time to sit down for dinner with your family
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Breastfeeding has many benefits
New VP brings fresh perspective to CHS
June 2006
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Genetic testing can determine risk of developing cancer
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Have some fun in the sun, but don't get burned
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More bad news about that sweet, sweet sugar
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Is your child's safety seat really safe
Breast Coil offers enhanced imaging options
New records save time, reduce paper and errors
HealthStrategies sees new facility
as continuation of goals
May 2006
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Mom, baby benefit from staying together
Local residents benefit from Cancer clinical trials
Fund created to foster research advancements
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How can I get my children more involved in meal and snack preparation?
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Better Breathing Is their Goal
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Are you a good patient?
April 2006
Officials outline vision for
Ball Memorial Hospital's Future
BMH Expansion: Where We Are Today
BMH Expansion: A Vision For Tomorrow
BMH Expansion: A Community Hospital Focused On The Individual
Video Highlighting History of expansion at BMH 4.4 MB
Video Highlighting History of expansion at BMH 15 MB
Time Line of previous BMH Renovations
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Injuries are the greatest threat to children
Ask the Expert Trans fats vs. Saturated Fats
March 2006
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Is Waist to Hip ratio better than BMI?
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How much do you know about cholesterol?
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Step Up to Nutrition and Health during National Nutrition Month
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Lifestyle change can impact path toward Diabetes
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Uterine ablation procedures an option
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I have heard that soy is good for your heart. What are the best sources of soy?
February 2006
Enhanced Blackford Community
Ambulance Service Celebrates One Year
January 2006
Top 100 Quality Award Recognizes Heart/Pneumonia Care
Newslink WIPB Channel 2 (PBS in Muncie airs a newstory on vascular care at Ball Memorial Hospital. Click here for video.)
December 2005
VHA Honors BMH for Diabetes Care
Electronic Capabilities for Radiology Enhanced
Bariatric Center offers surgical
solution for weight loss
Cancer Center offers Stereotactic Radiosurgery
November 2005
Wound Center at BMH to Open Jan. 9
Program for Uninsured Nets Two Statewide Awards
BMH Foundation Annual Campaign Kickoff
BMH Foundation Unveils Cardinal Access Computer Program
Ball Hospital Perinatal Center Offers New Service
BMH Auxiliary announces new leadership for coming year
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