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Public Health prepares to offer jabs for all

WebWithin the next couple of weeks, Crook County Public Health (CCPH) is aiming to meet its goal of injecting a dose of the COVID-19 vaccine program into the arm of every person who is currently signed up on its waiting list. This has become possible because Wyoming is preparing to move into Phase 2 of the COVID-19 vaccination …

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Boosters now available for all

WebCOVID-19 booster shots have now been approved for all adults over the age of 18 and are available through Crook County Public Health. On Friday, Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Director Rochelle P. Walensky endorsed the expanded recommendations from the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. The Food and Drug …

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Health fair this weekend

WebThe annual blood draws are complete and it’s time for the results, which will be available this weekend at the Crook County Health Fair. According to CEO Micki Lyons of Crook County Medical Services District, county residents turned out in record numbers this year for the wellness draws, taking advantage of the blood draw panels that provide an o

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Health fair blood draws begin

WebSimply visit one of the designated blood draw locations this April and receive a full health screening at the annual health fair on May 1. The main health fair panel, which costs $40, includes a number of tests that would cost a patient over $800 if performed separately. These provide an overall profile of your health that gives you an overview

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Lawsuit against county health officer dismissed

WebA lawsuit against county health officers across Wyoming, including Crook County’s Dr. James Larson, has been dismissed by the Fourth Judicial District Court. Filed by a group of individual petitioners, the suit alleged that officials caused harm to citizens through the health mandates that were issued at the state and county levels during the

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CCH signs lease for Hulett clinic

WebCampbell County Health (CCH) has officially signed a three-year lease with the Crook County Medical Foundation (CCMF) to occupy the new clinic building in Hulett. “The Campbell County Medical Group (CCMG) Clinic in Hulett is expected to open in early December, with a physician or advance practice provider,” states a press release from …

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Study: Pollution causing Wyoming health issues

WebCASPER — Air pollution from oil and gas production is harming Wyomingites’ health, a new study says. Researchers from Boston University, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, PSE Healthy Energy and the Environmental Defense Fund compared emissions of a trio of pollutants — nitrogen oxide, ozone and fine particulates …

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Crook least vaccinated county in Wyoming

WebWyoming’s remaining public health orders have been extended for another two weeks, according to a press release from the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH). Valid until May 16, the orders continue the mask use and physical distancing requirements for educational institutions and allow indoor events of more than 500 people at 50 …

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Flu shots still available

WebWith an influx of influenza A and B cases spreading through the community, Crook County Public Health is alerting anyone who has not yet had their flu shot this year that a limited number of doses are still available. Public Health currently has fewer than 50 doses of regular flu vaccine and high-dose vaccine for those aged over 55 years. If you …

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Young adults asked to complete Wyoming Health Survey

WebYoung adults across the state are being asked by the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) to complete a brief survey about substance use and other health-related behaviors. Current Wyoming residents ages 18-29 are eligible for the anonymous survey, which is available online at wyyas.org. The survey takes about 10 to 15 minutes to …

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Campbell County Health to rent Hulett clinic

WebSarah Pridgeon | Sep 30, 2021. The newly constructed clinic was unveiled to the public during an open house in June. oundation (CCMF) has announced that its new clinic in Hulett, the Red Bluffs Medical Facility, will soon open for business under the leadership of Campbell County Health (CCH), with a projected opening date at the end of October.

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COVID-19 cases still high in county hospital

WebNew cases of COVID-19 continue to roll in across the area and Crook County Memorial Hospital remains in lockdown this week as the medical staff concentrates on providing care to numerous patients with serious symptoms. “We really appreciate the community support and just knowing that we have that is important,” says Micki Lyons, …

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CCSD announces mental health care access partnership

WebCrook County School District has this week announced a partnership with Care Solace to improve mental health care access for students, staff and their families. Care Solace is a social purpose organization that aims to remove barriers in accessing mental health care. It serves as a central hub of care, streamlining communication and …

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Wyoming sees small uptick in COVID-19 cases

WebWyoming appears to be experiencing a mild resurgence of COVID-19 cases, with more hospitalizations recorded last week than the state has seen since January, as well as six new deaths. In Crook County, a long period of very low case numbers has come to an end, although the increase in positive tests has been relatively minor. Crook County …

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CCMSD board continues discussions over HMS

WebBefore discussions could continue on renewing the contract between Health Management Services (HMS) and Crook County Medical Services District (CCMSD) on Wednesday, the Board of Trustees needed to hear an update on the board’s complaint that the company is in violation of its current contract. “We had served a letter of notice of …

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Hough resigns as hospital district CEO

WebThe Board of Trustees for Crook County Medical Services District (CCMSD) received word last week that CEO Nathan Hough has tendered his resignation to Health Management Services, the company contracted to provide management services to the district. “ [Hough has] provided HMS with 30 days’ notice of his resignation from …

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Hospital staff speak in support of CEO

WebSix employees of Crook County Medical Services District spoke in strong support of their CEO, Nathan Hough, at a meeting of the Board of Trustees on Thursday. The presentation, said Jamason Schmidt, Director of Operations, was to give insight into working life at the hospital as the contract with Health Management Services, through …

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