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What to do if you get heat stroke
Read more: What to do if you get heat strokeJuly and August typically include some of the hottest temperatures of the year. BSA’s emergency medicine experts have these tips for if you or someone you know experiences heat stroke. What do you need to know about heat stroke? Most often, heat stroke happens in people who exercise in hot weather without drinking enough water.…
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Why Colonoscopies Save Lives: A Conversation I Have Every Day
Read more: Why Colonoscopies Save Lives: A Conversation I Have Every DayBy Eddie Copelin, M.D., MHADigestive Health Center – Amarillo One of the most common conversations I have with patients at the Digestive Health Center in Amarillo usually starts the same way: “Do I really need a colonoscopy if I feel fine?” It is a fair question and an important one; I’ll walk you through how…
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What to do if you suspect a hernia
Read more: What to do if you suspect a herniaWhen part of an organ pushes through a weak area of tissue or muscle, it can start with mild discomfort or a small bulge in the abdomen or groin. But these bulges, called hernias, may become more serious over time if left untreated. If you think you may have a hernia, surgeons at BSA offer…
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Award-winning Labor and Delivery Nurse Brings Heart to Every Birth
Read more: Award-winning Labor and Delivery Nurse Brings Heart to Every BirthMost mothers will tell you that they vividly remember the day they gave birth. It’s not surprising – child birth is a memorable experience often colored by stress and happiness in equal parts. But at BSA Health System, one nurse is going above and beyond to ensure mothers and babies are cared for every step…
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BSA Health System signs ambulance service agreement with Randall County
Read more: BSA Health System signs ambulance service agreement with Randall CountyRandall County residents are getting access to faster, more reliable ambulance services thanks to a new agreement with BSA Health System. Randall County commissioners recently approved the agreement to provide ambulance services to the roughly 140,000 residents in the county south of Amarillo, which is experiencing population growth and developing population centers. It also establishes…
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Five Things to Know About Colorectal Cancer
Read more: Five Things to Know About Colorectal CancerColorectal cancer is one of the most preventable yet deadly cancers. Recent news reminds us of just how real this disease is for people of all ages and backgrounds. The entertainment industry recently mourned the deaths of beloved actors: James Van Der Beek, who died at age 48 after a battle with colorectal cancer, and…
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BSA EMS is honored to continue serving Randall County
Read more: BSA EMS is honored to continue serving Randall CountyBSA EMS is honored to continue serving Randall County following the announcement of the ambulance agreement at the Randall County Commissioners Court meeting on March 24, 2026. This partnership reinforces our unwavering commitment to leadership, excellence and compassionate care when our community needs it most. We extend our sincere thanks to Randall County leadership for…
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Power of One Award Winner
Read more: Power of One Award WinnerSaddie Jones is our latest Power of One Award winner, recognized for the compassion and care she brings to every interaction. During a difficult and uncertain hospital stay, one patient shared that Saddie was a bright light — offering kindness, a calming presence and genuine support when it was needed most. Her dedication to caring…
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CT/PET Scanner Ribbon Cutting
Read more: CT/PET Scanner Ribbon CuttingWe’ve expanded our diagnostic imaging capabilities with the installation of a new PET/CT scanner! This advanced technology delivers clearer images, faster scan times and improved patient comfort, helping our physicians to detect and monitor cancer, heart disease and neurological conditions more accurately. About BSA Health System BSA Health System (BSA) is a comprehensive healthcare system…
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Encompass Health and BSA Health System host grand opening for new inpatient rehabilitation hospital in Amarillo
Read more: Encompass Health and BSA Health System host grand opening for new inpatient rehabilitation hospital in AmarilloThe hospital is expected to open to patients in November. AMARILLO, Texas, Nov. 6, 2025 – Today, Encompass Health, the nation’s largest owner and operator of inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, along with BSA Health System, the largest healthcare employer in the Texas Panhandle region, hosted a grand opening for Rehabilitation Hospital of Amarillo. The 50-bed inpatient…
