Mena Regional Health System

02/17/2026

Every mom and baby delivered at Mena Regional Health System receive a special take-home box filled with about $200 worth of essentials for both mom and baby.

These boxes are generously provided by the Arkansas Center for Women & Infants’ Health, a program of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, to help families start strong and feel supported from day one.

We’re proud to offer this extra care to our Mena families 💙

02/14/2026

02/10/2026

We had a great time celebrating our amazing team with a little midweek appreciation! ☕🍿 Employees enjoyed hot chocolate and popcorn, and many joined in the fun by exchanging Valentine’s cards and spreading a little extra kindness.

A big THANK YOU to our Mena Regional Auxiliary for providing the treats and helping make the day special. We are so grateful for all you do to support our staff and our hospital!

To our employees—thank you for the heart you put into caring for our patients and community every day. You are truly appreciated! 💙

02/09/2026

💙 A Big Thank You to the Mena Regional Auxiliary! 🧸

We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the amazing members of the Mena Regional Auxiliary for their generous donation of teddy bears for our youngest patients.

These cuddly bears have been donated to both our Emergency Department and our Women’s Center, bringing comfort and smiles to babies and children when they need it most. A small act of kindness can make a big difference, especially during stressful moments for families.

We are so grateful for the Auxiliary’s continued support and dedication to our hospital and community. Your thoughtfulness helps us provide a little extra care and compassion every day!

Thank you for helping us make Mena Regional feel a little more like home. 💙

02/06/2026

❤️ Mena Regional Wears Red for Heart Health! ❤️

Today our employees proudly wore RED in honor of Heart Day and Heart Awareness Month! Across our hospital and clinics, team members came together to show support for heart disease awareness and the importance of taking care of our hearts.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States—but many risk factors are preventable. By wearing red, we’re helping spark conversations, encourage healthy choices, and remind our community to put heart health first.

We’re proud of our staff for participating and helping spread this life-saving message. Small actions make a big difference!

💓 Know your numbers
💓 Stay active
💓 Eat heart-healthy
💓 Schedule regular checkups

Thank you to everyone who joined in to raise awareness and support healthier hearts for all!

02/04/2026

We had the pleasure of hosting LPN Orientation yesterday, and we are so excited to be part of the clinical journey for these future nurses!

Mena Regional is proud to partner with the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain to provide hands-on learning opportunities as students grow in their education and experience. Watching them learn, develop new skills, and gain confidence is one of the best parts of what we do.

We’re thrilled to welcome this new group into our facility and look forward to supporting them every step of the way. The future of healthcare is bright—and it starts right here at home!

Thank you to UA Rich Mountain for your continued partnership and for trusting us to be part of your students’ success.

02/04/2026

🌎💙 Welcome to the World Wednesday! 💗🌎

We’re excited to celebrate all the precious little ones born at Mena Regional Health System during the month of January! Each baby brings new joy, new hope, and new beginnings—and we are honored to be part of these special moments for so many families.

Whether we captured their first photo or simply had the privilege of helping welcome them into the world, we celebrate every single January arrival and the families who love them.

Thank you for trusting us with your care and your most precious blessings. Here’s to a lifetime of love, laughter, and sweet memories ahead!

🍼✨ Congratulations to all our January families! ✨🍼

01/29/2026

🏆 We’re Proud to Share Some Great News! 🏆

Mena Regional has been recognized for our outstanding work in Stroke Bands and Door-to-CT times from July 2024 through June 2025 — and this achievement belongs to our incredible care teams. 💙

This recognition reflects the care, consistency, and teamwork our crews bring to stroke patients every single day, ensuring they receive the right care at the right time when every second matters.

We’re honored to be recognized by the Arkansas Department of Health as part of efforts to improve stroke care across the state. Your partnership and dedication help make a real difference for patients throughout Arkansas.

👉 Read more here: https://healthy.arkansas.gov/article/arkansas-department-of-health-honors-healthcare-providers-for-excellence-in-stroke-care/

Thank you to our dedicated staff, EMS partners, and everyone who plays a role in delivering exceptional care — this is something to celebrate! 👏🧠💙

01/21/2026

❄️ Cold Weather Safety Tips — Stay Safe This Weekend! ❄️

With some potential weather threats and cooler temps in the forecast, it’s important to be prepared and protect yourself and your loved ones from cold-related illnesses like hypothermia. Hypothermia happens when your body loses heat faster than it can produce it — and can be dangerous if not recognized early.

📌 Know the Warning Signs:
• Uncontrollable shivering
• Extreme tiredness or confusion
• Slurred speech or fumbling hands
• Pale, cold skin or loss of consciousness
• In infants: bright red, cold skin and very low energy

🌡️ Cold Weather Safety Tips:
✔ Stay indoors and in a warm area as much as possible.
✔ Increase fluid intake — warm drinks like broth or juice are great (avoid alcohol & caffeine).
✔ Dress in layers; wear a hat, scarf, and waterproof boots to help retain body heat.
✔ Take frequent breaks in a warm place if you must be outdoors.
✔ Check on neighbors, especially older adults and young children.

If you or someone else shows signs of hypothermia, move to a warm area and seek medical help immediately — severe hypothermia is a medical emergency.

Stay safe and warm this weekend, Mena! 💙

Department of Health and Senior Services Hypothermia web pages

01/20/2026

✨ Happy CRNA Week! ✨

This week, we’re proud to recognize and celebrate our amazing Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Pyke Bobo and Zach Mesko, for the vital role they play in caring for our patients at Mena Regional.

From keeping patients safe and comfortable during surgery to providing calm, expert care in high-pressure moments, Pyke and Zach bring exceptional skill, professionalism, and compassion to our surgical team every day. Our operating rooms wouldn’t run the same without them!

Thank you, Pyke and Zach, for your dedication to our patients and to our community — we appreciate you more than you know! 💙

01/16/2026

01/15/2026

🩺💙 Respiratory Viruses & Older Adults: What You Should Know

For adults 65 and older, illnesses like the flu, COVID-19, and RSV aren’t just uncomfortable — they can lead to serious complications such as pneumonia, hospitalization, and longer recovery times.

As we age, our immune systems don’t respond as strongly, making it harder to fight off respiratory infections. That’s why prevention and early care are so important.

✔️ Stay up to date on recommended vaccines
✔️ Wash hands often and avoid close contact with sick individuals
✔️ Wear a mask if you’re feeling unwell or around someone who is
✔️ Seek medical care early if symptoms begin

⚠️ Watch for symptoms: cough, fever, shortness of breath, fatigue, sore throat, or body aches. If you or a loved one start feeling worse, don’t wait to get checked out — early treatment can help prevent serious illness.

Let’s do our part to help protect our seniors and keep our community healthy. 💙