Category: Informative

Unfortunately, aging is an unavoidable part of life, but the visible effects of aging can be reduced with the right skincare. As people age, their skin begins to lose moisture, get thinner, and produce less collagen and elastin which leads to fine lines and wrinkles. Also, exposure to UV light can cause areas of increased pigmentation in the skin called …

Our unwavering dedication to helping patients experience an improved quality of life is what motivates us to stay up-to-date on the latest orthopedic techniques and innovative treatment methods. From non-surgical treatments to minimally invasive procedures designed to repair injuries, we provide orthopedic treatment options for fulltime and multi-state residents alike in Wickenburg, AZ, Congress, AZ, Wittmann, AZ, Aguila, AZ, Wenden, …

Wickenburg Community Hospital and Clinics (WCH) healthcare system is committed to providing quality health and wellness services where the patient, family, and community come first. Our dedication to this mission has remained steadfast for well over a decade.  With your continued support, WCH has had a remarkable recovery from the pandemic! Over the last year, patient care needs have dramatically …

Stress has become commonplace in today’s world. Stress can be caused by more than work commitments and busy schedules. It can be caused by vitamin deficiency. There are thirteen essential vitamins the human body needs to function properly and eight of which are from the B-group category of vitamins. Each of the B vitamins has a specific function however they …

What is Compounding? Drug compounding is often regarded as the process of combining, mixing, or altering ingredients to create a medication tailored to the needs of an individual patient. Compounding includes the combining of two or more drugs. Why Compounded Medications? Why do people need compounded medications? “The need arises because people often have allergies, cannot swallow dry tablets or …

There are many factors that can challenge the immune system including stress, exposure to toxic compounds, allergies, bacteria, viruses, irregular sleeping patterns, and a poor diet. Our complex integrated immune system needs multiple specific micronutrients, including vitamins A, D, C, E, B6, and B12, folate, zinc, iron, copper, and selenium, which play vital, often synergistic roles at every stage of …

There are many reasons to get an influenza (flu) vaccine each year. Flu vaccination is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones against flu and its potentially serious complications. Below is a summary of the benefits of flu vaccination and selected scientific studies that support these benefits. Flu vaccination can keep you from getting sick with flu. Flu …

It is always important to follow practices that prevent the spread of germs. Standard precautions include staying home when feeling ill, covering a cough or sneeze, and proper handwashing, which includes these five steps: If your hands are not visibly dirty or if soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol using …

Think BIG!  Wickenburg Community Hospital (WCH) now offers the Lee Silverman Voice Treatment (LSVT) BIG program for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease (PD). The program is based on the most effective, evidence-based strategies for learning and neuroplasticity (the brain’s ability to change). LSVT BIG is an intensive treatment customized to help individuals with PD and other neurological conditions, address activities …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact:           Terrie Davidson Community Relations Manager Wickenburg Community Hospital terrie.davidson@wickhosp.com 928-684-3219 WICKENBURG COMMUNITY HOSPITAL PATIENT BILLING WICKENBURG, AZ (October 13, 2021) – Wickenburg Community Hospital (WCH) has updated the statement process for all patients to improve timeliness and effective patient billing. Unfortunately, during the implementation WCH became aware that several errors were made in the most recent …