News and Events

CH Empowers Employees with Life-Saving Course

Community Hospital took a significant step towards enhancing public safety on Tuesday morning, April 9, 2024, as Todd Hovey, Community Hospital Clinical Educator, in collaboration with four employees, led an insightful session aimed at increasing awareness of bleeding control measures.

Recognizing the critical role bleeding control plays in saving lives, Hovey spearheaded the educational…

CHHF Enhances Access with Translation Equipment

McCook, NE - In line with Community Hospital’s dedication to providing equitable access to healthcare, the Community Hospital Health Foundation has acquired a Stratus Translation system for Community Healthcare and Hospice.

Serving seven counties in southwest Nebraska, Community Healthcare and Hospice offers essential home health, hospice, and palliative care services. Barbie Long, Director,…

Concert for Healthcare Announces Band Hairball

Get ready for an electrifying night of rock 'n' roll as Hairball takes the stage at the Kiplinger Arena, Red Willow County Fairgrounds, on Saturday, October 12. This special event coincides with the celebration of Community Hospital's 50th Anniversary, taking attendees on a nostalgic journey back in time.

Hairball isn't just a concert; it's a bombastic celebration of arena rock that packs…

CH Pro-Am Announces Program Revisions

The organizing committee of the Community Hospital Pro-Am at Heritage Hills is unveiling significant revisions to the program for its much anticipated 35th annual event. In a strategic move, the event, traditionally spanning 2 1/2 days, will now be condensed into a single, action-packed day on Friday, June 7. This streamlined approach not only ensures a more concentrated and dynamic event but also…

CH Career Discovery Days Inspired Area Students

Community Hospital recently hosted a successful Career Discovery Days on March 4 & 5. The event, aimed at providing students with insights into various healthcare careers, was met with enthusiasm from both attendees and organizers alike.

The two-day event attracted participation from nine schools, with over 100 students registered to attend. The program featured interactive sessions and…

CH Light of Hope Survivor Dinner a Success

The Cancer Awareness Committee of Community Hospital is overjoyed to announce the success of its recent special occasion, the Light of Hope Survivor Dinner, held on Saturday, February 24, in the Prairie View meeting rooms. This uplifting event brought together 70 individuals, fostering a spirit of resilience, perseverance, and hope.

The evening kicked off with live music and a warm social…

CH Announces Temporary Closure of ER Entrance

Weather permitting, the Emergency Room entrance will be closed starting Monday, March 11 at 6:00 am and will remain inaccessible until the completion of the project on Wednesday, March 13. During this period, visitors and patients seeking medical attention at the ER and with scheduled laboratory draws are kindly requested to use the front entrance for access to the hospital. We will have staff monitoring…

CH Welcomes Telehealth Endocrinologist

McCook, Neb. – Community Hospital is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Sravanthi Sanivarapu, a telehealth endocrinologist, to its medical staff. Dr. Sanivarapu will see patients through telemedicine equipment located in the Medical Specialists Center on the second Friday of each month beginning April 12. Referral from a primary care provider is required.

Dr. Sanivarapu specializes…

Grant Adds Dry Heat Therapy to Rehab Services

Community Hospital’s Rehabilitation Center is offering a new treatment to relieve pain, stiffness, swelling, and hypersensitivity to hands, wrists, forearms, and feet. The new treatment uses a fluidotherapy machine, which offers a dry heat therapy featuring fluidization technology. This advanced therapy harnesses the unique characteristics of fluidized particles to provide effective relief for a…

CHHF Invests in Baby Bassinets

Community Hospital Health Foundation is excited to announce the acquisition of state-of-the-art baby bassinets, the Halo BassiNest, designed to revolutionize the newborn care experience at our Community Hospital.

 The introduction of Halo BassiNests is part of our ongoing commitment to providing the highest standard of care for newborns and their families. These innovative bassinets are…