What Should You Do During a Winter Storm?
January 5, 2025
Winter storms can bring heavy snow, ice, strong winds, and dangerously low temperatures. Whether you’re at home, on the road, or caught outside, knowing how to stay safe can make all the difference. Here’s what you should do to protect yourself and your loved ones during a winter storm. If You’re at Home: Stay Indoors & Keep Warm – Limit time outside and use safe heating methods. If…Read more...
Cold Temperatures Are Upon Us: Know the Risks of Frostbite and Hypothermia
December 20, 2024
As winter settles in, cold temperatures can pose serious health risks. When your body begins to lose heat faster than it can produce, it puts you at risk for conditions like frostbite and hypothermia. Understanding the signs and taking preventive measures can help protect you and your loved ones this season. What Is Frostbite? Frostbite occurs when skin and underlying tissues freeze due to prolonged exposure to cold…Read more...
Lets talk about Medicare Open Enrollment
October 28, 2024
Medicare Open Enrollment: Choosing Between Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment for Medicare runs from October 7 through December 15. This is a crucial time to review your current coverage and explore other options that might better fit your healthcare needs. Plan costs and coverage can change every year, so it’s essential to stay informed and ensure you’re maximizing your benefits. Below is a detailed comparison between…Read more...
Exploring the Rehabilitation Equipment in the PHS Physical Therapy Department
October 17, 2024
At Pershing Health System’s Physical Therapy Department, we are dedicated to helping patients regain mobility, strength, and confidence after injury, surgery, or illness. A key part of our rehabilitation process is the specialized equipment designed to support every stage of recovery. Let’s take a look at some of the essential tools we use to guide our patients back to health. Treadmill with Unweighing Harness One of the standout…Read more...
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 4, 2024
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Pershing Health System (PHS) is proud to highlight the exceptional care and technology available in our Imaging Department. State-of-the-Art Imaging Equipment Our department features 3D Mammography with the SmartCurve breast stabilization system, offering a faster, more comfortable experience. This advanced technology provides sharper images, enhancing the detection of breast cancer while minimizing discomfort during the exam. It's designed with your comfort in mind,…Read more...
Meet the newest member of our state-of-the-art imaging equipment
October 1, 2024
On September 30th a 10,000-pound magnet was delivered to the Imaging Department at Pershing Health System (PHS). This magnet is a part of the new Canon Vantage Orian Aero X Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) unit. Orian is state-of-the-art and will provide patient comfort and high-quality imaging testing for PHS patients of Brookfield and surrounding communities. Previously, patients were using a mobile MRI unit that came to PHS one…Read more...
Month of September: National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
September 23, 2024
Among American men, prostate cancer is both the second most diagnosed cancer and the second-leading cause of cancer deaths. It is predicted that there will be 299,010 new cases of prostate cancer diagnosed and 35,250 men are expected to die from prostate cancer this year. During National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month PHS would like to emphasize the importance of prostate health screenings. Talk to your health care provider…Read more...
PHS Specialty Clinics
September 20, 2024
Pershing Health Systems (PHS) proudly hosts visiting specialists in the clinic each month. These specialty clinics bring quality healthcare expertise right here, right at home. This convenient service allows patients to see specialists close to home, avoiding long trips to their physician’s office. Below is a list of the visiting clinics and the reason or illness that would bring you to the clinic. Gastroenterology Call 660-258-1183 to schedule…Read more...
Come & Go Diabetes Event
September 13, 2024
Tuesday, September 24th from 4:30 to 6:00 pm in the PHS cafeteria. Are you a diabetic and have questions on snacking? Need some healthy ideas? Don’t let the thinking that diabetic snacks should ONLY be sugar free snacks! Learn that you'll stay full and keep your blood sugar stable longer if your snacks combine lean protein and healthy carbs! Pam Brown, Registered Dietitian for Pershing Health System…Read more...
Jennifer Leach, New PHS Human Resource Director
September 5, 2024
PHS is excited to introduce Jennifer Leach, who is the new Director of Human Resources (HR) for PHS. Prior to being hired as the new HR Director, Jennifer ran a business for 20 years in Chillicothe, Missouri, where she lives with her husband Steve. They have one son, Gunnar. She is a country girl at heart and in her spare time loves to go camping, but also enjoys…Read more...
Find relief from the heat at one of Missouri’s cooling centers!
August 1, 2024
Find relief at one of Missouri’s cooling centers during these dangerously hot days: http://Health.Mo.Gov/coolingcentersRead more...
Dick King’s Recovery and Journey Back Home
July 19, 2024
After being diagnosed with bone cancer in his jaw, Dick King had extensive surgery that required removing his jawbone and replacing it with bone from his right leg. Dick stated that he was in bad shape after being released from the ICU. He knew he would need intensive therapy and felt that the Swing Bed Program at Pershing Health System (PHS) would be the right fit to help…Read more...
