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Celebrating 100 Years of Serving the Community
May 15, 2022
A century ago, in 1922, the hospital that would evolve into Community Medical Center (CMC) opened its doors in downtown Missoula with only 28-beds. For the past century, care team members have delivered exceptional care, passing the baton onto the next wave of caregivers that endures to this day.
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Honoring Those who Care for our Community
May 6, 2022
Each May, it is my honor to take a moment to pause and reflect on the tireless work and dedication that our local healthcare teams exhibit every day of the year as they care for our community. I’m fortunate to work alongside the many dedicated physicians, nurses, clinical staff, employees...
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Celebrating Certified Nurses Day
March 17, 2022
Community Medical Center is celebrating Certified Nurses Day, March 19, by honoring its board-certified nurses.
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Signs of a Heart Attack Everyone Should Know
March 16, 2022
It’s critical to stay alert to the signs and symptoms of heart attacks – including some less obvious ones, understand how symptoms can sometimes differ between men and women, and know what to do when an attack strikes and minutes matter.
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From Must-See TV to Must-Screen for Me? Why It Might Be Time for a Colonoscopy
March 2, 2022
If you were a teenager in the early ‘90s and remember trying to rush through your homework to watch that night’s Must-See TV lineup, it could be time for another “must” – a colonoscopy.
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Did You Brush? The Surprising Link Between Dental Health and Your Heart
February 27, 2022
How well do you take care of your teeth and gums? Some research has shown a link between poor oral health and poor heart health. Studies have shown a link between gum disease and increased heart disease risk and that poor oral health can increase the risk of bacterial infection...
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Heart Disease: An Unwanted Heirloom
February 26, 2022
You’ve got your father’s eyes, your grandmother’s laugh, but what about your uncle’s heart disease? While many inherited traits are good, others – like heart disease – aren’t. It’s important to know how your family’s history with heart disease can affect your own heart health.
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Five Surprising Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
February 25, 2022
You probably know that healthy eating and regular physical activity are critically important to maintaining good heart health. But there are a number of other things you can do to give your heart an extra boost that might surprise you.
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Minutes Matter: Knowing the Signs Can Save a Life
February 24, 2022
When a heart attack strikes, minutes matter. Those first few minutes following a heart attack are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient in the days to come. According to the National Institutes of Health, about half of those who die from heart attacks will die...
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Heart Health at Any Age
February 23, 2022
Things change as we get older. How you took care of yourself in your 20s might be very different from how you take care of yourself today. That said, it’s important to understand what you should keep in mind as you age. Check out these pointers on what to remember...
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