Outbreak Investigation of E. coli Linked to Ground Bison from Northfork Bison Distributions Consumers should avoid recalled Northfork Bison Distributions, Inc. ground bison and bison patties/burgers imported from Canada July 16, 2019 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and local partners in the U.S., and with the support …
12July
Community Urged to ‘Fight the Bite’ PHOENIX (July 11, 2019) – The Maricopa County Department of Public Health is reminding the community to prevent mosquito bites with 27 human cases of West Nile virus infection reported this season, including one death. The individual who died was an older adult who also had other health conditions. Sadly, older adults and those …
10July
WICKENBURG, AZ (July 9, 2019) In the early morning hours of June 28, the Hospital network was attacked in what is called a ransomware attack. Essentially, data on the network was encrypted in such a way that it was not recoverable by the hospital. Per industry recommendations, Hospital Chief Information Officer Blue Beckham, notified local law enforcement and the FBI. …
8July
Wickenburg Community Hospital- Mayo Telestroke Program Stroke is the third leading cause of death among Americans and the No. 1 cause of disability in adults. Of all strokes, 85 percent are ischemic in nature, meaning that it is caused by an obstruction within a vessel supplying blood to the brain. Research shows endovascular therapy or intervention to remove a blockage …
2July
Fresenius Kabi Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Two Lots of Fluorouracil Injection Due to the Potential for Glass Particulate When a company announces a recall, market withdrawal, or safety alert, the FDA posts the company’s announcement as a public service. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. Product Photos Share Tweet Linkedin Email Print Summary …
28June
Wickenburg Community Hospital (WCH)- Wound Care Center From non-healing skin tears, venous leg ulcers to non-healing traumatic injuries- patients at The WCH Wound Care Center receive individualized treatment for chronic wounds through the expert hands of our nurses, and talented General Surgeon, Dr. Robert Ripley, MD, FASC. Several factors help determine your wound treatment plan and the wound center has …
27June
Exercise can help reduce some of the aches and pains that are associated with getting older According to the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine, a safe and effective exercise program can help along with slowing down the progression of conditions associated with aging. Keeping active helps you maintain your ability to walk, which is especially important to maintain your independence. Exercise …
25June
WICKENBURG, AZ – June 11, 2019, The Wickenburg Elk’s Lodge #2160 Melissa’s Cupboard Program, continued its plans to support local food insecure students by holding the first of three summer “food box” giveaways. The program, which began by providing weekend supplemental food bags to qualifying students at Hassayampa Elementary and Vulture Peak Middle School, is continuing to support these …
20June
What to Expect During a Skin Cancer Screening Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with 1 in 5 Americans developing it in their lifetime. The good news; is that according to The Skin Cancer Foundation – cancers found and removed early are almost always curable. Regular self-skin exams and a yearly skin cancer screening by …
14June
In Association with ADM Milling Co, King Arthur Flour, Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Limited Quantity of Unbleached All-Purpose Flour (5 Lb.) Because of Possible Health Risk Company Announcement Date: June 13, 2019 | FDA Publish Date: June 13, 2019 Company Announcement In cooperation with ADM Milling Company, King Arthur Flour, Inc. of Norwich, VT is voluntarily recalling 14,218 cases of 5 …