Cherry County Hospital

02/23/2026

Just a reminder that our Workout Challenge kicks off on March 1 — and everyone is welcome to join the fun and friendly competition!

The best reward? A healthier, stronger YOU. 💪

Stop by the CCH Therapy Department to sign up and be part of the challenge. Let’s motivate each other and make March a month of movement!

Community Challenge Coming Soon!

The Therapy Department is excited to announce another Community Challenge starting March 1! This year, we’re taking a virtual journey across the USA! 🚗💨

The challenge will track how far we get across the country - mile by mile. No prizes this time around, but it’s all about having fun and staying active together as a community! 🏃‍♀️🚶‍♂️

Stop by the CCH Therapy Department to sign-up or call 402-376-2525, Ext 229.

Let’s do this, Valentine! 🙌

02/20/2026

❤️ Heart Health Month: Know the Warning Signs of a Heart Attack

Heart attack symptoms don’t always happen suddenly. Warning signs can appear hours or even days before and may come and go.

⚠️ Early warning signs may include:
• Chest discomfort, pressure, tightness, or pain
• Feeling unwell or unusually fatigued without reason
• Shortness of breath during normal activities
• Nausea or lightheadedness
• Unexplained weakness

🚨 Signs a heart attack may be happening NOW:
• Pressure, squeezing, fullness, or pain in the chest
• Pain or discomfort spreading to the arm, back, neck, jaw, or stomach
• Sudden shortness of breath
• Cold sweat, nausea, or dizziness

Women may experience subtler symptoms such as unusual fatigue, nausea, shortness of breath, or back or jaw pain.

⏱ Don’t wait. Don’t drive yourself. Call 911 immediately if you think you or someone else is having a heart attack. Fast treatment saves heart muscle and lives.

Knowing the signs can save a life — possibly your own.

02/19/2026

UPDATE: The issue has been resolved.

☎️CALL ALERT☎️
Your inbound calls to the hospital and clinic from VERIZON and ALLO phones may not be going through right now.

We are working to resolve this issue, please be patient with us.

02/18/2026

❤️ Heart Month Reminder: What You Breathe and What You Drink Matters

Your heart works nonstop to keep you going. This Heart Month, it’s important to understand how smoking and alcohol can impact your heart health.

🚬 Smoking damages blood vessels, raises blood pressure, and increases the risk of heart attack and stroke. Even light smoking and secondhand smoke exposure can harm your cardiovascular system.

🍺 Alcohol can raise blood pressure, increase irregular heart rhythms, and contribute to heart disease. Heavy drinking clearly harms the heart, and reducing intake lowers risk.

Good news: Positive changes make a real difference.
✔ Quit smoking or avoid secondhand smoke
✔ Limit or avoid alcohol
✔ Stay active and eat heart-healthy foods
✔ Know your blood pressure and cholesterol numbers

Small steps today protect your heart for the future.
If you have questions about heart health, talk with your healthcare provider.

02/17/2026

❤️ Heart Month: Small Changes. Big Impact.

Your heart works 24/7. The question is — are you fueling it right?

Heart health starts in your kitchen. What you eat directly impacts blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar, and inflammation. The good news? You don’t need a drastic overhaul. You need consistency.

Heart-Smart Habits That Move the Needle:

🥗 Fill half your plate with vegetables and fruits
🐟 Choose lean proteins like fish, chicken, beans, and legumes
🌾 Swap refined carbs for whole grains
🥑 Use healthy fats (olive oil, avocado, nuts)
🧂 Cut back on sodium — flavor with herbs and spices instead
🥤 Ditch sugary drinks

Prevention is powerful. Start with one upgrade this week. Your future heart will thank you.

The American Heart Association offers valuable resources to support you on your heart health journey. Check out the Healthy Living link in the comments for practical guidance on how to Eat Smart, Move More, and Be Well.

02/16/2026

❤️Know Your Numbers. Protect Your Heart❤️

High blood pressure doesn’t come with warning signs. You can feel completely fine and still be at risk. That’s why regular home monitoring isn’t optional — it’s essential.

When you check your blood pressure consistently, you:

✔ Catch changes early
✔ See if your treatment is actually working
✔ Reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke
✔ Avoid “white coat” readings caused by stress at the doctor’s office

How to Check at Home the Right Way:

• Use a validated, automatic upper-arm cuff monitor (skip wrist and finger devices).
• Check twice daily — morning (before food or medication) and evening.
• Sit with your back supported, feet flat on the floor, and arm at heart level.
• Avoid caffeine, alcohol, or smoking 30 minutes before. Empty your bladder first.
• Take 2–3 readings, one minute apart, and write them down.

Do this for one week to establish your baseline — then share your results with your healthcare provider.

Heart health is proactive, not reactive. Start tracking. Stay ahead.

02/13/2026

Cherry County Hospital and Clinic Bake-Off Results Are In!

A huge thank you to all the employees who participated in this year's annual Bake-Off Contest! The desserts were absolutely incredible — creativity, presentation, and flavor were all top-notch. Choosing favorites was no easy task....but enjoying the entries definitely was!

And now for the winners...

First Place - Becky Assarsson (Caramel Pecan Cheesecake)
Second Place - Darla Williams (Texas Tornado Cake)
Third Place - Emily Waits (Scotcheroos)

Congratulations to our winners and thank you to everyone who helped make this event such a fun (and delicious) success!

02/13/2026

As part of February Heart Month, we discussed the importance of getting enough sleep for overall health. During sleep, your body repairs blood vessels, balances hormones, and supports your cardiovascular system.💤💓

At the Healthy Choices for Cherry County meeting, Brittany Spieker, Health & Wellbeing Educator with UNL Extension, shared tips for better sleep. Below are 21 steps you can incorporate into your nightly routine to improve sleep and boost your health.

Which step will you try this week? Comment below—we’d love to hear!👇

02/12/2026

❤️February is Heart Health Month!❤️ The new year is the perfect time to start taking steps to protect your heart. We know making changes can feel overwhelming, so start with one small step from our heart health tips and add more each month. Your body—and your heart—will thank you.

📞Cherry County Hospital & Clinic is here to support your health. Reach out today to schedule an appointment and see how we can help you care for your heart.

👇Which step will you be taking this month?

02/12/2026

Join us in celebrating Cat Favero, our February Star Award recipient! 🎉

Cat goes above and beyond every day! While her primary role is Surgical Tech, she also is EVS, SPD, and CS in the OR and helps run the podiatry clinic each week—answering calls and scheduling patients with warmth and professionalism. Patients light up when they see her, and coworkers know they can always count on her to step in early or cover when needed.

Cat’s versatility, teamwork, and genuine care for others make her a true STAR!

Thank you, Cat, for everything you do! We’re lucky to have you on our team.

02/11/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who showed up to support our blood drive. A special thank you to the American Red Cross for partnering with us to make it possible.

On February 4, we collected 27 units of blood — enough to potentially save up to 81 lives. That’s real impact.

If you’d like to be part of the next drive, mark your calendar for April 8. Let’s keep showing up for our community.

02/10/2026

Community Challenge Coming Soon!

The Therapy Department is excited to announce another Community Challenge starting March 1! This year, we’re taking a virtual journey across the USA! 🚗💨

The challenge will track how far we get across the country - mile by mile. No prizes this time around, but it’s all about having fun and staying active together as a community! 🏃‍♀️🚶‍♂️

Stop by the CCH Therapy Department to sign-up or call 402-376-2525, Ext 229.

Let’s do this, Valentine! 🙌