Community Memorial Hospital

03/16/2026

What do raspberries, beans and popcorn all have in common? They are great sources of fiber! 📣🍿

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the US, with over 150,000 new cases annually.

While colorectal cancer can be both genetic and random, eating enough fiber is one proven way to reduce your risk of getting this common cancer. The recommended amount of fiber is 20 to 35 grams a day.

If you're 45 or older or experiencing symptoms of colorectal cancer, talk to your primary care provider about scheduling a colonoscopy.

03/12/2026

Each year, CMH presents the CARE Award to an outstanding employee who exemplifies our mission. This year’s honoree is surgical tech Amber Van Reese. Amber was described by nominators as being a literal ray of sunshine, the go-to girl when you need a hug, and a person who genuinely gets to know and care for everyone she meets. Congratulations, Amber, we are so grateful to have you on our team!

03/11/2026

Congratulations to CMH’s own Jennifer Lindquist on being nominated for the 9th Annual Rosie Awards! 🎉

The Rosie Awards are given out each year to highlight the exceptional women in our region, and the impact they have made in their community.

Jen is a talented physical therapist who helped build CMH’s pelvic health rehabilitation program. She is especially passionate about supporting women through perimenopause and menopause and has pursued further education to build her skills in this area.

From her nominator: “Jen is trailblazing a path for women seeking assistance with menopause symptoms. Although she is a talented physical therapist specializing in women's care, the most impressive thing is that she will talk to anyone and everyone about how to find and receive the best care for their menopause symptoms. She goes above and beyond to make sure she advocates for women across the spectrum of need.”

Pictured are members of the CMH Rehabilitation Services team: Rachel Warpeha, Jess Ochis, Jennifer Lindquist, and Maren Curtiss.

03/09/2026

Does your back hurt? A weak core might be to blame. 👀💥

Along with neck pain, joint pain, and headaches, back pain is right up there as one of the most common types of pain in adults.

CMH’s pain management team focuses on diagnosing and treating chronic pain effectively, so you can experience relief and improve your quality of life.

Types of treatment we provide include:
✅Nerve blocks
✅Injections
✅Radiofrequency ablation
✅Peripheral nerve stimulation

Do you suffer from chronic pain? Call 218-499-6722 to make an appointment with CMH Pain Management.

03/04/2026

Happy Pulmonary Rehab Week! To celebrate, Exercise Physiologist Cole Schroers is sharing 3 ways to improve your lung health at home. 🚶🌳🎉

Healthy lungs are important for:
🔍 Supplying oxygen to the body
🔍 Supporting energy levels and cognitive function
🔍 Filtering substances to maintain a strong immune defense

Do you live with a lung or respiratory condition? CMH’s Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program can help you improve your symptoms and overall quality of life.

Talk to your specialist or primary care provider about a referral to CMH.

03/02/2026

Mom 🤝primary care physician

As a primary care physician and mom to a teenager, Dr. Louks-Smith has some quick tips for raising a healthy and well-rounded child.

Her three main priorities are:
✅ Getting enough sleep
✅ Fruits and veggies instead of processed snacks
✅ Limiting screen time, being active and socializing

Online scheduling is available for new and existing patients! Book at https://healow.com/apps/practice/raiter-clinic-6629?v=2&locale=en or by calling 218-879-1271.

02/25/2026

It’s spring! 🌺🐝

Well, at least according to daylight saving time.

Daylight saving time starts on Sunday, March 8. Clocks will turn forward one hour, and we all “lose” an hour of sleep. While it won’t take long to switch your clocks forward, your internal clock requires a little bit more adjusting time.

Exercise Physiologist Kyle Tingum has some tips for preparing your body for the change and reducing risk of health problems.

Our cardiac rehab team is here to help people who are recovering from a cardiac event (such as a heart attack) or major surgery. Talk to your provider about a referral to Cardiac Rehabilitation at CMH.

02/23/2026

Plates, incubators, and bodily fluids. Day in the life of CMH Micro Lab Tech Tom Heikkila. 🔬📝✨

Medical lab technicians perform routine tests to provide data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

At CMH, Tom and the lab team are essential to providing prompt and accurate test results that assist in evaluation and monitoring of patient care.

02/18/2026

You don’t have to live with that pain! ⚡👎

CMH Pain Management Specialists Bryan Hunter, Chad Johnson, and Glen Palokangas have your back (literally).

They offer treatment for relief from your chronic pain, including:
✅ Back and neck pain
✅ SI joint pain
✅ Hip pain
✅ Headaches (migraines)
✅ Fibromyalgia
✅ Arthritis
✅ Post-accident pain
✅ Sports injury
✅ Post-surgical pain
✅ Complex regional pain syndrome
✅ PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)

Do you suffer from chronic pain? Call 218-499-6722 to make an appointment with CMH Pain Management.

02/18/2026

CMH Raiter Family Clinic and CMH Specialty Clinic are closed today, Wednesday, February 18, 2026. All other departments remain open.

Stay safe and warm! ❄️⛄

02/16/2026

This is your sign! 👋✨

Our primary care providers are here to help guide you on your health journey. A great place to start is with an annual physical.

An annual physical includes:
🔷 A review of your personal & family health history
🔷 A physical examination (heart, lungs, eyes, ears etc.)
🔷 Discussion about any health concerns or goals, like weight loss, quitting smoking, or managing stress
🔷 Recommendation for updated vaccinations or preventive health screenings (mammogram, colonoscopy etc.)

Online scheduling is available for new and existing patients! Book your annual physical at https://healow.com/apps/practice/raiter-clinic-6629?v=2&locale=en or by calling 218-879-1271.

02/13/2026

CMH's General Surgeon Dr. Stacey Gutman joined this week's episode of PBS North Doctors on Call to talk all things upper and lower gastrointestinal conditions!

Questions about common upper and lower gastrointestinal (GI) conditions.