Although temperatures this summer have not been as hot as past years, the sun still poses many risks for individuals spending time outdoors. Faith Community Hospital (FCH) is urging locals to protect themselves from the sun’s heat and ultraviolet rays, preventing heat exhaustion and skin damage. Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer […]
We often hear about physical therapy after people enter a program following an injury of sorts, especially sports-related. But did you know that physical therapy can also make a significant difference in your ability to get back to the things you used to do following certain surgeries or congenital conditions? For Danny Laws, PT, director […]
As Men’s Health Week approaches, Faith Community Hospital (FCH) is joining a nationwide initiative to urge the men of Jack County to schedule appointments with their medical provider for checkups and screenings that could save their lives. “Seeing a physician for a regular checkup is important, no matter if you’re male or female,” explains Dr. […]
This week, Faith Community Hospital joins other emergency medical providers to honor Emergency Medical Services Week. FCH Emergency Medical Services is on call 24 hours a day, and ready to respond 7 days a week, 365 days a year. “The added dimension that our EMS department brings to Faith Community Hospital is one of great […]
With the replacement facility just months away from opening, Faith Community Hospital (FCH) has much to celebrate during National Hospital Week (May 10-16), an event designed to honor critical medical services and resources available to residents of Jack County. National Hospital Week is a nationwide campaign where thousands of hospitals from across the country celebrate […]
As soon as you walk into a hospital or doctor’s office, one of the first touch-points of contact you will have is with a member of the facility’s nursing team. Nurses provide essential care and it’s time they are recognized for the incredible work they provide. May 6-12 is National Nurses week, a nationwide program […]
Each day, incredible work takes places at Faith Community Hospital (FCH). From the specialized medical team to compassionate team members, an often overlooked, but important to FCH is the hospital’s team of volunteers. The Auxiliary began in June 1967 when representatives from 13 women’s clubs and church groups met to discuss how they can further […]
Sophisticated laboratories in community hospitals are few and far between. Luckily, follow-up lab work can be done here in Jacksboro so that people don’t have to spend time and money traveling to other communities. “During emergencies, being able to provide responsive results for our doctors and patients is a top priority,” said Karla Miller, laboratory […]