News & Events
Salina Regional Health Center implements Ion Robotic-Assisted Bronchoscopy for early detection of lung cancer
(October 24, 2024) – Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the United States, but when caught early, chances for survival are greatly increased. New technology recently implemented at Salina Regional Health Center is allowing doctors to identify lung cancer at earlier stages, less invasively than ever before. >> Read here
Celebrating 16 Years of Giving: Salina Regional Health Center Employees Donate Over $228,000 to Local Charities Through Jeans Day
SALINA, KANSAS – (October, 21, 2024) – Jeans Day at Salina Regional Health Center started in October 2009 as a fundraiser to celebrate National Breast Cancer Awareness month for the Tammy Walker Cancer Center. Since then, it has exceeded expectations so much that it expanded to help several area non-profit organizations and has become part of the employee culture at Salina Regional Health Center. Non-clinical and support personnel who want to wear jeans can donate $5 on Friday’s or during Jeans Week with all proceeds going to a designated local non-profit organization for that month. The Jeans Day initiative has donated over $228,000 to area charities since its conception. >> Read here
Fe for a Cure Race/Walk breaks records for fundraising, participation
(October 15, 2024) – The final totals are in from the 9th annual Fe for a Cure Race/Walk, held September 21 in support of patients undergoing treatment at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center, and new records have been achieved for fundraising and participation. >> Read here
SRHC ranked No. 1 in state, 15th in the nation for hospital readmission rate
(September 30, 2024) – A recent report by Becker’s Hospital Review, citing information released from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ Unplanned Hospital Visits data, shows Salina Regional Health Center is rated best in Kansas with a hospital readmission rate of 12.6%. The report also shows Salina Regional to be ranked 15th in the nation among U.S. hospitals. >> Read here
SRHC Women & Infant Services receives High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier recognition
(September 16, 2024) –Salina Regional Health Center has continued its commitment to improving infant and maternal health by earning recognition through High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier, a program initiative developed by the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund to increase breastfeeding initiation and duration rates in Kansas. >> Read here
Fe for a Cure Race/Walk challenges community to reach goal of 1,000 participants
(September 11, 2024) – Early registrations are breaking records for the ninth-annual Fe for a Cure Race/Walk, Saturday, Sept. 21, in support of patients undergoing treatment at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center. Race organizers are hoping to top 1,000 registered participants on race day. >> Read here
Salina Regional Health Center receives Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI reaccreditation
(June 13, 2024) – The American College of Cardiology has recognized Salina Regional Health Center for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain. Salina Regional was awarded Chest Pain Center reaccreditation with Primary PCI following a rigorous onsite evaluation of the staff’s ability to evaluate, diagnose and treat patients who may be experiencing a heart attack. >> Read here
Fe for a Cure Race/Walk announces new 1-mile fun run, adopts earlier start time for Sept. 21 event
(May 13, 2024) – One of the region’s most fun, family friendly and affordable running/walking events is making some changes to its format this year. The 9th annual Fe for A Cure 5K Race/Walk is adding a 1-mile fun run to its festivities and will move to an earlier 8 a.m. start time on Saturday, Sept. 21. One-hundred percent of entry fees once again will be directed to support patients undergoing treatment at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center. >> Read here
Salina Regional Health Center earns an ‘A’ grade for hospital safety from The Leapfrog Group
(May 1, 2024) – Salina Regional Health Center has earned an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog. Leapfrog assigns an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” grade to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 measures of errors, accidents, injuries and infections as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them. >> Read here
Tammy Walker Cancer Center receives 2023 Press Ganey Human Experience Pinnacle of Excellence Award
(April 2, 2024) – The Tammy Walker Cancer Center at Salina Regional Health Center announced today that it has been named a 2023 Human Experience Pinnacle of Excellence Award winner by Press Ganey, the global leader in healthcare experience solutions and services. This is the second consecutive year for the Cancer Center to receive the honor. The award is part of Press Ganey’s annual ranking of the top hospitals and health systems in the country, according to performance in patient experience. >> Read here
Free colorectal cancer screening kits available in March
(March 1, 2024) – Statistics say colorectal cancer is the third-most common cancer found in both men and women. But fortunately, colorectal cancer found early is often highly curable. In recognition of national Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, 900 free colorectal cancer screening kits are being made available to anyone age 45 to 75. >> Read here
Salina Regional Health Center Recognized for Higher Quality and Cost-Efficiency in Maternity Care
(January 25, 2024) – Salina Regional Health Center is proud to be recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
(BCBSKS) with a Blue Distinction® Centers+ (BDC+) for Maternity Care designation, as
part of the
Blue Distinction Specialty Care program.
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Salina Regional Health Center Announces Opening of New Coffee Shop
(January 22, 2024) – Salina Regional Health Center is pleased to announce that patients, guests
and employees of the hospital will be able to enjoy a new coffee experience with the opening of Coffee Corner
on January 25th, located in the hospital lobby.
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Salina Regional Pharmacy Monthly Diabetes Support Group Presentations
(January, 5, 2024) – Salina Regional Health Center Pharmacy will be hosting
monthly diabetes support group presentations 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every
month.
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Fe for a Cure 5K achieves record support for patients
(November 1, 2023) – The 8th annual Fe for a Cure 5K Run/Walk held September 16 achieved
record fundraising to support patients undergoing treatment at the Tammy Walker Cancer
Center.
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Salina cardiologists to join Salina Regional Heart Center
(September 27, 2023) – Salina Regional Health Center and its Heart Center announced that cardiologists
Dr. David Battin and Dr. Karil Bellah will join their team.
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Fe for a Cure 5K Race/Walk on Sept. 16 challenges community to reach goal of 800 participants
(September 8, 2023) – Registrations are rolling in at a record pace with more than 400 participants already registered for the eighth-annual Fe for a Cure 5K Race/Walk. Event
organizers are hoping to double that number in the final week before the event starts at 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept.16, at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center.
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Joint Statement From Salina Regional Health Center and Blue Cross Blue Shield Kansas
(August 30, 2023) – We’ve heard loud and clear from members and businesses in Salina that you wanted us to resolve our contract quickly.
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Fe for A Cure 5K Race/Walk receives USATF certification for new course
(July 18, 2023) – The Fe for a Cure 5K Race/Walk on September 16th has received official
certification from USA Track & Field for its new course, which will start and finish at the Tammy
Walker Cancer Center on Santa Fe Avenue.
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Salina Regional Health Center Receives HOSA Leadership In Collaboration Award
SALINA, KANSAS (July, 13, 2023) – Salina Regional Health Center received the HOSA
Future Health Professionals Leadership in Collaboration Award. HOSA, formerly known
as Health Occupations Students of America, is composed of middle school, secondary, and
post-secondary/collegiate students, along with professional, alumni, and honorary members.
The mission of HOSA is to empower future health professionals to become leaders in the
global health community through education, collaboration and experience. SRHC purchased
a moulage kit, wound simulation materials and a mannequin arm made for practicing
injections for us to use for HOSA’s competitive events this year.
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Salina Regional Health Center is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care
SALINA, KANSAS (July, 10, 2023 ) – Salina Regional Health Center has received three
American Heart Association quality achievement awards for its commitment to ensuring stroke
patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based
guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. The hospital received the
Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Award, Target: Stroke Elite Plus Honor Roll, and Target:
Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll.
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Free colorectal cancer screening kits available in March
(March 1, 2023) – Statistics say colorectal cancer is the third-most common cancer found in both men and women. But fortunately colorectal cancer found early is often highly curable.
>> Read here
Tammy Walker Cancer Center at Salina Regional Health Center Recognized for Contributions to The University of Kansas Cancer Center’s Comprehensive Designation from the National Cancer Institute
SALINA, Kan. (February 23, 2023) — Staff members from Tammy Walker Cancer Center (TWCC), Salina Regional Health Center (SRHC), and the Masonic Cancer Alliance (MCA) gathered at TWCC earlier this month with community leaders, elected officials, and others to celebrate the role TWCC and SRHC played in The University of Kansas Cancer Center earning comprehensive designation from the National Cancer Institute (NCI).
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Salina Regional Health Center’s Urgent Care Clinics to Merge
(February 22, 2023) Salina Regional Health Center is pleased to announce that its two urgent care clinics (StatCare and Urgent Care Clinic) will merge into one location at the current Urgent Care Clinic location on South 9th street
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Salina Regional Health Center and Ottawa County Health Center enter agreement to transition ownership of Minneapolis clinic
(February 17, 2023) – Salina Regional Health Center and Ottawa County Health Center have enteredinto an agreement that will transition ownership of the COMCARE Minneapolis clinic to Ottawa County Health Center.
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WellPlan earns recognition from American Diabetes Association
(January 18, 2023) – COMCARE’s WellPlan program has earned Education Recognition Program Certification from the American Diabetes Association for its efforts toward providing services that meet the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES).
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SRHC Trauma Center receives re-verification from American College of Surgeons
(January 13, 2023) –Salina Regional Health Center has been re-verified as a Level III Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons. Trauma centers verified by the ACS must undergo a lengthy review every three years to insure standards for optimal care of injured patients are being met.
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Tammy Walker Cancer Center receives 2022 Press Ganey Human Experience Pinnacle of Excellence Award
(January 4, 2023) – The Tammy Walker Cancer Center at Salina Regional Health Center announced today that it has been named a 2022 Human Experience Pinnacle of Excellence Award winner by Press Ganey, the global leader in healthcare experience solutions and services. This award is part of Press Ganey’s annual ranking of the top hospitals and health systems in the country, according to performance in patient experience.
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Salina Regional Endocrinology earns recognition from American Diabetes Association
(December 30, 2022) – Salina Regional Endocrinology has earned Education Recognition Program Certification from the American Diabetes Association for its efforts toward providing services that meet the National Standards for Diabetes Self-Management Education and Support (DSMES).
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Tammy Walker Cancer Center receives ASCO QOPI® re-certification
(October 27, 2022) - The Tammy Walker Cancer Center’s Medical Oncology and Hematology Department has received a three-year re-certification from the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI®).
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Salina Regional receives Primary Stroke Center recertification
(October 25, 2022) – Salina Regional Health Center has received recertification as a Primary Stroke Center from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC).
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Salina Regional Health Center Opening a Breast Milk Depot
(October, 11, 2022) – Salina Regional Health Center is opening a Breast Milk Depot to collect human milk that will help nurture premature or critically ill babies.
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Free Skin & Prostate Cancer Screenings planned October 8th & 22nd
(September 26, 2022) – The Tammy Walker Cancer Center, 511 S. Santa Fe Ave., Salina, will host free screenings for skin and prostate cancer on two Saturday’s in October.
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Salina Regional announces extended access for visitors, patients
(September 20, 2022) – Salina Regional Health Center announced today that the hospital’s Main Entrance on Santa Fe Avenue will now be open to
the public from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m. on weekdays, and from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekends and holidays.
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Salina Regional drops age restrictions on visitation for COVID-19
(August 24, 2022) – Effective today, August 24, there will no longer be restrictions to visit or accompany patients based on age.
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Fe for a Cure 5K Race/Walk planned for Sept. 17th
(August 17, 2022) - The Fe for a Cure 5K Race/Walk supporting cancer patients undergoing treatment at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center is back after a two-year reprieve due to COVID19.
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Rebecca A. Morrison House celebrates National Hospitality House Week July 18-24
(July 15, 2022) - The Rebecca A. Morrison House will join homes that help and heal across North America in commemorating National Hospitality House Week July 18-24 as proclaimed by the Healthcare Hospitality Network, Inc.
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Community Health Investment Program awards $399,550 in grants
(July 13, 2022) - The Salina Regional Health Foundation's Community Health Investment Program (CHIP) awarded 8 grants at its summer meeting totaling $399,550.
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Salina Regional Recognized for Excellence with ACC Heart Failure Accreditation
(June 22, 2022) - The American College of Cardiology (ACC) has recognized Salina Regional Health Center for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with heart failure.
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Salina Regional reduces visitation restrictions following decreasing COVID-19 numbers
(March 29, 2022) – Salina Regional Health Center is modifying its COVID-19 visitor guidelines due to improving numbers of COVID-19 infection in the community.
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Free colorectal cancer screening kits available in March
(March 1, 2022) – In recognition of national Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, 800 free colorectal cancer screening kits are being made available to anyone age 45 to 75.
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Salina Regional modifies visitation guidelines due to increasing COVID-19 cases
(January 11, 2022) – Salina Regional Health Center is modifying its COVID-19 visitor guidelines due to increasing numbers of COVID-19 infection in the community.
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Community Health Investment Program awards $252,927 in 2021
(December 30, 2021) – The Salina Regional Health Foundation’s Community Health Investment
Program (CHIP) awarded 12 grants in 2021 totaling $252,927.
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Birth Center at Salina Regional Health Center earns Kansas Newborn Screening “Best of the Best” recognition
(Dec. 22, 2021) – The Birth Center at Salina Regional Health Center has been named one of Kansas’ “Best of the Best in Metabolic and Newborn Screening”
for a second year in a row.
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Mikinski honored with Kansas ACC Legacy Award
(October 21, 2021) – Salina cardiologist Mark Mikinski, MD, was recently recognized with the Legacy
Award by the Kansas Chapter of the American College of Cardiology at its 8th Annual Cardiovascular
Symposium held in Overland Park.
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Salina Regional modifies visitation guidelines due to increasing COVID-19 cases
(August 3, 2021) - Salina Regional Health Center is modifying its COVID-19 visitor guidelines due to increasing numbers of COVID-19 infection in the community.
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Fe For A Cure 5K Race/Walk Cancelled Due to Covid-19 Concerns,Support for Cancer Patients Still Needed
(July 27, 2021) – The annual Fe For A Cure 5K Race/Walk benefiting patients undergoing treatment at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center, planned for September 18, has been cancelled
due to concerns about COVID-19.
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Salina Regional modifies visitation guidelines for COVID-19 effective June 25th
(June 25th, 2021) - Salina Regional Health Center and its affiliated Salina clinics are modifying their COVID-19 visitor restrictions to accomodate patients and families
while COVID-19 infection numbers remain low in the community.
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Salina Regional modifies visitation guidelines for COVID-19 effective April 12
(April 12, 2021) - Salina Regional Health Center is modifying its COVID-19 visitor restrictions due to the sustained low numbers of COVID-19 infection in the community.
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Memorial Health System and Salina Regional Health Center to Form Alliance
(April 6, 2021) – Memorial Health System (MHS), in Abilene, and Salina Regional Health Center have agreed to enter into a strategic alliance in order to better serve the patients and families of their respective communities in north central Kansas.
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Salina Regional Health Center receives Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI reaccreditation
(March 8, 2021) – The American College of Cardiology has recognized Salina Regional Health Center for
its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain.
>> Read here
Salina Regional modifies visitation guidelines for COVID-19
(March 4, 2021) Salina Regional Health Center is modifying its COVID-19 visitor restrictions due to improving COVID-19 infection numbers in the community.
>> Read here
Free colorectal cancer screening kits available in March
(March 1, 2021) – Statistics say colorectal cancer is the third-most common cancer found in
both men and women. But fortunately colorectal cancer found early is often highly curable.
In recognition of national Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, 800 free
colorectal cancer screening kits are being made available to anyone age 45 to 75
>> Read here
Salina Regional receives Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus, Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus quality achievement awards
(Sept. 8, 2020) – Salina Regional Health Center has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus and Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus quality achievement awards.
>> Read here
Birth Center at Salina Regional Health Center earns Kansas Newborn Screening “Best of the Best” recognition
(September 4, 2020) – The Birth Center at Salina Regional health Center has been named one of Kansas’ “Best of the Best in Metabolic and Newborn Screening.” The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), in partnership with the Kansas Hospital Association and the Kansas Midwives Alliance, has created the recognition program for hospitals, facilities and midwives who provide newborn screening services.
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Fe For A Cure 5K Race/Walk Cancelled Due to Covid-19, Support for Cancer Patients Still Needed
(August 31, 2020) – The sixth annual Fe For A Cure 5K Race/Walk benefiting patients undergoing treatment at the Tammy Walker Cancer Center, planned for September 19, has been cancelled due to Covid-19. However, cancer doesn’t stop for Covid, and local patients still need support.
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Memorial Health System and Salina Regional Health Center Enter Exploratory Phase Seeking Alliance
(August 3, 2020) – Memorial Health System, Abilene and Salina Regional Health Center have agreed to enter into a period of discovery to examine the potential of a strategic alliance in order to better serve the patients and families of their respective communities in north central Kansas.
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Selects Live Well Saline County Coalition for Pathways to a Healthy Kansas Program
Salina, Kansas (July 16, 2020) - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) announces it has selected the Live Well Saline County Coalition with the Tammy Walker Cancer Center acting as fiduciary agent, along with 23 other communities in Kansas.
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Salina Regional Health Enterprises and Competitive Business Solutions Announce a Partnership to Deliver Lean 6 Sigma to Healthcare
(July 6, 2020) - Salina Regional Health Enterprises of Kansas, a subsidiary of Salina Regional Health Center, and Competitive Business Solutions (CBS) of New Jersey, proudly announce a partnership to deliver Lean 6 Sigma training to health-care entities. This partnership creates an unprecedented combination of leaders in the health-care industry and Lean 6 Sigma services.
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Salina Regional will allow limited visitors for inpatients beginning June 1
(May 29, 2020) - As restrictions begin to be lifted for the COVID-19 pandemic throughout the community, Salina Regional Health Center will make changes to its policies as warranted. Beginning Monday, June 1, inpatients at the hospital will be allowed to designate one consistent visitor to see them in their rooms. Exceptions would be that no visitors will be permitted for patients in isolation or those who have a positive COVID-19 diagnosis.
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Salina Regional Health Center Announces No Visitor Policy
(April 2, 2020 6:00pm) - Due to evidence of community transmission within Saline County, Salina Regional Health Center has announced it will go to a “no visitor policy” effective Monday, April 6th. For most patients, that will mean no visitors are allowed.
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Salina Regional Health Center Confirms Positive COVID-19 Test
(March 27, 2020) - Salina Regional Health Center was informed last night that one of its employees tested positive for COVID-19. A full investigation, as outlined by CDC and KDHE, is underway to determine previous contacts with the employee.
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Visitor restrictions heightened, weekend access hours updated
(March 18, 2020) – Visitor restrictions for minors have been heightened at Salina Regional Health Center. No one under the age of 18 will be allowed into the hospital unless they are the patient or have a scheduled appointment or procedure.
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Salina Regional Health Center to Begin Screening Visitors
(March 16, 2020, 3:00 p.m.) To help protect our patients and staff from exposure during the coronavirus outbreak, Salina Regional Health Center will screen all visitors entering the hospital starting Tuesday, March 17th.
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Salina Regional implements special precautions for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
(March 12, 2020) – While there are currently no known cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Salina, Lindsborg and Concordia communities, Salina Regional Health Center, Lindsborg Community Hospital and Cloud County Health Center are working closely with state and local entities to ensure preparedness. Patient care staff members at Salina Regional and its affiliates are undergoing training to safely care for COVID-19 patients.
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Free colorectal cancer screening kits available in March
(March 2, 2020) – In recognition of national Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in March, 800 free colorectal cancer screening kits are being made available to anyone age 45 to 75. The screening is recommended for those who have not had a recent colonoscopy. The kits can be picked up at all Salina and Lindsborg pharmacies, the Tammy Walker Cancer Center and Salina Family Healthcare Center while supplies last.
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Salina Regional to host HSUS workshop on plant-based food Feb. 25th at 9 a.m.
(February 20, 2020) – Salina Regional Health Center will host a Forward Food Culinary Nutrition Workshop offered by the Humane Society of the United States on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at 9 a.m. in the hospital cafeteria dining area. The hospital’s culinary staff will be participating in the workshop, which also is open to the public.
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Salina Regional receives international ‘Baby-Friendly Designation’
(February 14, 2020) – Salina Regional Health Center has been awarded an international Baby-Friendly Designation after a rigorous review process conducted by Baby-Friendly USA, the organization responsible for bestowing this certification in the United States.
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“Pennies from the Heart for the Home with a Heart” campaign for Rebecca A. Morrison House runs through the month of February
(January 31, 2020) – Throughout the month of February the Salina Regional Health Foundation is sponsoring a “Pennies from the Heart for the Home with a Heart” campaign to increase awareness and support for the Rebecca A. Morrison House.
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Salina Regional receives CNOR® Strong designation for third year in a row
(January 21, 2020) – Salina Regional Health Center has earned the Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR®) Strong designation from the national Competency and Credentialing Institute for the third year in a row. The CNOR® Strong designation is given to facilities that have at least 50 percent of its eligible operating room nursing staff CNOR® certified.
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Salina Regional Health Center Awarded HFAP Accreditation
(January 14, 2020) – Salina Regional Health Center has been awarded accreditation by HFAP, the nation’s original independent, accreditation program recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Accreditation confirms that Salina Regional is providing high quality care as determined by an independent, external process of evaluation.
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Visitor Restrictions Implemented at Salina Regional Health Center
(January 2, 2020) – In an effort to protect its patients, visitors and employees during influenza season, Salina Regional Health Center implemented visitor restrictions effective today, January 2, 2020, until further notice.
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$3.4 million expansion planned for Salina Health Education Center, home of KU-Salina Schools of Medicine and Nursing
Salina, Kansas (August 21, 2019) – Plans are now underway for a $3.4 million expansion of the Salina Health Education Center, 138 N. Santa Fe Ave., Salina, which serves as the home for the Salina campuses of both the KU School of Medicine and KU School of Nursing.
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Salina Regional Named Exclusive Health Care Provider for KWU
Salina, Kan. – More than 650 students will return to the Kansas Wesleyan University campus in August with their health and well-being in the capable hands of the extensive healthcare providers at Salina Regional Health Center.
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Salina Regional receives Get With The Guidelines Stroke Gold Plus, Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus quality achievement awards
(July 16, 2019) – Salina Regional Health Center has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus and Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus quality achievement awards. The awards recognize the hospital’s commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines using the latest scientific evidence.
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Grand Opening for Center Street Park Planned June 7
(May 22, 2019) – The Salina Regional Health Foundation invites the public for a grand opening of the new Center Street Park featuring Olivia’s Playground at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 7, at the park’s location at the intersection of Center and Fourth streets in central Salina.
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Robert Freelove, M.D. named Senior Vice President/Chief Medical Officer
(March 21, 2019) Salina Regional Health Center announced that Robert Freelove, M.D. has been named Senior Vice President/Chief Medical Officer for the hospital effective July 15, 2019.
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Inclusive Playground receives Dane G. Hansen Foundation support
(March 13, 2019) – The “All-In, Let’s Play” capital campaign to construct a new inclusive playground at the northeast corner of Fourth and Center streets in central Salina, has received a $5,000 grant from the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, Logan.
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Free colon cancer screening kits available in March
(March 5, 2019) – Statistics say colon cancer is the third-most common cancer found in both men and women. But fortunately colon cancer found early is often highly curable.
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Salina Regional receives CNOR® Strong designation for second year in a row
(February 19, 2019) – Salina Regional Health Center has earned the Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR®) Strong designation from the national Competency and Credentialing Institute for the second year in a row. The CNOR® Strong designation is given to facilities that have at least 50 percent of its eligible operating room nursing staff CNOR® certified.
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