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Mammo Party makes it easier for first-time mammograms
Read more: Mammo Party makes it easier for first-time mammogramsBSA Harrington Breast Center recently held its annual Mammo Party, a community event that emphasizes the importance for women 40 years and older to get an annual mammogram. Participants received a mammogram and enjoyed some fun festivities, goody bags, scrumptious treats and a drawing for door prizes. Assistant District Attorney of Randall County and Amarillo…
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BSA Recognized with Leapfrog “A” in Spring 2022
Read more: BSA Recognized with Leapfrog “A” in Spring 2022We’re growing our team committed to providing the safest care for our patients, their families and one another. Here, you will build a rewarding career and make a difference in the lives of others. We are now hiring RNs, respiratory therapists, patient care techs and more. As a valued team member, you can be confident…
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Michael Cruz Named Chief Executive Officer at BSA Health System
Read more: Michael Cruz Named Chief Executive Officer at BSA Health SystemAMARILLO, TEXAS (April 7, 2022) – Michael Cruz has been named chief executive officer (CEO) at BSA Health System. Cruz first joined BSA as vice president of operations in 2003, later becoming chief operating officer (COO). “Michael has a deep understanding of BSA and its outstanding culture of caring. He has spearheaded major growth strategies and…
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‘Stayin’ Alive’ with the Help of these Hands-Only CPR Tips
Read more: ‘Stayin’ Alive’ with the Help of these Hands-Only CPR TipsIt happens so quickly. You are outside walking down the street when you notice someone nearby collapses to the ground. The person is likely experiencing sudden cardiac arrest (SCA): the abrupt loss of heart function, breathing and consciousness. What should you do? To perform Hands-Only CPR, place the heel of one hand on the breastbone,…
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BSA Cardiac Rehab Serves as Support for Local Resident
Read more: BSA Cardiac Rehab Serves as Support for Local ResidentIn April 2021, Terri Fry began experiencing severe pain in the middle of her back. Unsure of what was causing the pain, Terri drove to BSA Urgent Care Center. While there, Terri was informed she was experiencing a major heart attack. She was taken to the hospital for immediate treatment. “They said one artery was…
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Bypass Surgery Patient Counts BSA Cardiac Rehab Program as ‘One More Blessing’
Read more: Bypass Surgery Patient Counts BSA Cardiac Rehab Program as ‘One More Blessing’While moving a lawn mower off a trailer, Geary Caudle felt heaviness in his chest and attributed it to ‘getting out of shape.’ Unknown to Geary, the pain he felt was much more serious. “I was undoing the straps and felt kind of heavy in my chest,” Geary said. “I told my doctor how I…
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Navigating Holiday Foods and GERD
Read more: Navigating Holiday Foods and GERDThanksgiving is a time for us to come together with those we love to share experiences, reminisce on memories and enjoy comfort foods. For those living with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), enjoying holiday foods can be stressful and challenging. GERD, a chronic condition caused by stomach acid flowing into the esophagus, can result in frequent…
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BSA Setting the Gold Standard for Stroke Care for Third Consecutive Year
Read more: BSA Setting the Gold Standard for Stroke Care for Third Consecutive YearFor the third consecutive year, BSA Health System (BSA) received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award for 2021. To achieve this national recognition for stroke care, BSA met specific quality measures over a 24-month period. “We are proud to be recognized as a leader in stroke…
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Help Your Heart’s Health Through Blood Pressure Monitoring
Read more: Help Your Heart’s Health Through Blood Pressure MonitoringIt is estimated that nearly 46% of Americans have high blood pressure, making them more likely to have a heart attack or stroke. Knowing how to take your blood pressure accurately and how to evaluate the reading can be lifesaving. In order to take an accurate blood pressure reading, stop the following at least 30…
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Prayers from BSA Provider Bring Peace to Pregnant Mother
Read more: Prayers from BSA Provider Bring Peace to Pregnant MotherAngelina Ramsay recently developed a cough and suspected she may have contracted COVID-19. She explained that the thought of having COVID-19 while pregnant at 35 weeks with her second child was scary, but that upon her arrival at BSA Urgent Care Center, she immediately felt safe, comfortable and cared for. “Everyone at the clinic, whether…
