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Namaste Healthy: The Heart Benefits of Yoga
February 08, 2022A great way to protect your heart every day: managing stress. And while there are many ways to accomplish that feat, there’s one in particular that’s been helping people for centuries: yoga. Comprising a series of stretches and poses, coordinated with deep breathing and meditation, yoga is a practice that – according to many national experts, including the AHA – reaps widespread benefits.
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Know Your Numbers
February 07, 2022One step in taking an active role in your health to help ensure a healthy life is by knowing specific numbers that play an important role for your heart.
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Give Your Kitchen Pantry Some Love
February 07, 2022Eating smart for your heart starts at home. But how do you know what to stock up on to keep your meals heart-healthy? We’ve compiled a guide to help you plan your next grocery trip to stock up on nutritious foods that can help you and your family stay healthy – and satisfied at the dinner table, today and every day.
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Heart Disease 101: Warning Signs for Women
February 03, 2022As the number one killer of men and women in the U.S., you might think that gender doesn’t matter when it comes to heart disease. But it does. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in 16 women age 20 and older have coronary heart disease, while only approximately half of women recognize that heart disease is women’s number one killer. Additionally, women can sometimes experience heart attack symptoms differently from men.
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Not All Symptoms Are Obvious: Overlooked Symptoms to Watch
February 01, 2022We’ve all seen when heart attacks happen in the movies. A character is walking along when, suddenly, they grab their chest – wincing with pain – and immediately tell someone, “Call 911! I’m having a heart attack!” While that certainly does happen, the reality is that heart attacks can strike much more subtly – even happening to someone who otherwise might feel or seem completely healthy. Learn a few common – and often overlooked – signs that a heart attack may be approaching.
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30 Minutes a Day Can Help Keep Heart Disease Away
February 01, 2022Did you know that exercising as little as 30 minutes every day can improve your heart health and quality of life? According to the American Heart Association, walking is the simplest positive change you can make to improve your heart health.
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Welcome to 28 Days of Heart Health
January 31, 2022Each February, we mark American Heart Month – a great opportunity to focus on heart health and essential role it plays in your overall well-being. In fact, maintaining good heart health can help you add years to your life so you can enjoy many more days to come. So, welcome to the 28 Days of Heart Health.
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CMC Names New CNO
January 11, 2022Community Medical Center (CMC) announced today that Barb Jones has been named chief nursing officer (CNO), effective January 9, 2022.
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New Virtual Childbirth Classes
December 14, 2021Community Medical Center's patients are now able to access a variety of perinatal classes online at no additional cost.
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Michelle Christopher, RN Awarded Daisy Award
December 03, 2021Michelle Christopher, RN from the Women & Newborns Unit was recently awarded the Daisy Award. She was nominated by a patient.
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Pediatricians Answer Calls for Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccine Questions
November 10, 2021Pediatricians are available by phone Nov. 6 to 18 from 5 to 7 pm. (406) 327-4770
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Creating Healthier Families One Shot at a Time
September 23, 2021Review answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about COVID-19 vaccines and pregnancy from OB/GYN providers.
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ASK A DOC: What is the difference between "good" and "bad" cholesterol?
September 15, 2021September is National Cholesterol Education Month. According to the CDC, heart disease is the number one leading cause of death in the U.S. Learn about cholesterol types and how you can reduce your chance of a heart attack from board-certified lipidologist & non-invasive cardiologist, Dr. Matthew Weiss.
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FAQ: FDA Approval of Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine
September 02, 2021Receiving full approval means the Pfizer vaccine now carries the FDA's strongest endorsement of safety and effectiveness. This is based on thorough research and comprehensive data review over many, many months.
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Community Medical Center earns national recognition for efforts to improve STEMI treatment in Western Montana
August 23, 2021Community Medical Center has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® – Silver Receiving Quality Achievement Award for implementing specific quality improvement measures to treat patients who suffer severe heart attacks.
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3rd Dose for Immunocompromised Individuals
August 19, 2021The CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) now recommends an additional dose of the mRNA COVID-19 vaccines (Pfizer and Moderna) specifically for people who are moderately to severely immunocompromised. Get your questions answered.
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Getting the Most Out of Your Health Insurance
August 05, 2021Preventive care is a key factor in maintaining your overall health. Now is the time of year to schedule an annual check-up, mammogram, colonoscopy or immunizations to maintain good health.
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Community Medical Center Launches Provider Referral Line
June 30, 2021Patients looking for a provider can call (406) 602-2008 to obtain information on our clinical specialists and services.
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Visitation: Loved ones are welcome again.
June 23, 2021As we come closer than ever to putting the pandemic behind us, we are pleased to announce that our visitation restrictions are relaxing, and loved ones are welcome again.
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