What You Really Need to Know About Blood Pressure
Blood pressure isn’t just a number your doctor rattles off; it’s a big deal when it comes to your health. If it’s too high, it can lead to serious problems like heart disease, stroke, and kidney trouble. What is high blood pressure? Think of your blood vessels like roads. If traffic is backed up, it’s […]
5 Everyday Habits that Cause Back Pain (And How to Fix Them)
Ah, back pain. It’s like the uninvited guest at a party – it shows up unannounced and overstays its welcome. But it’s actually really common. It’s one of the leading reasons people visit a doctor or take time off from work. While it’s more likely to occur after age 65, anyone can be affected. Think […]
Walking the (Heart) Walk
At NMC Health, where two busy highways cross, people come from all directions to seek answers and recover. And standing right at that intersection, where compassion and healing meet, is a man who truly cares for your heart. For over two years, Jonny has served as coordinator of NMC Health’s Cardiac Rehabilitation program, helping people […]
Top 5 Questions About High Blood Pressure – Answered
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is very common. You may have it and don’t even know it. But it’s important to understand because it can lead to serious health problems if not treated. Let’s look at five common questions about high blood pressure. 1. What is high blood pressure? High blood pressure happens when […]
Get to Know Scott Barnett, VP of Clinic Operations
NMC Health is excited to announce the addition of Scott Barnett as Vice President of Clinic Operations. With a passion for leadership and a track record of driving innovation in healthcare, Scott brings fresh energy and experience to our executive team. Let’s get to know him a little better: Why are you excited to join […]
NMC Health Achieves Gold Level Recognition in Kansas Maternal Health Initiative
NEWTON, Kan., (May 22, 2025) – NMC Health is proud to announce it has achieved Gold Level recognition in Kansas’ Fourth Trimester Initiative (FTI), which is among the highest accolades awarded in the state. This acknowledgement is part of a significant maternal quality improvement project focused on optimizing postpartum care and lowering preventable complications across Kansas. […]
How can you manage and reduce high blood pressure?
High blood pressure is a common issue that millions of people deal with. It’s important to manage high blood pressure because it can lead to serious health conditions.
7 Simple Ways to Thank a Nurse
Nurses work long hours and juggle countless tasks. And yet they still manage to bring comfort and care with every shift. Nurses Week is our chance to say, “Hey, we see you. And we’re so grateful for you.” Here are seven easy and meaningful ways to thank a nurse this week: Say the magic words. […]
Spreading Joy Through Music
When you think of a symphony orchestra, you probably picture musicians on stage and beautiful music. But behind the scenes, it takes a team of dedicated volunteers to make the music happen. One of those volunteers is Stephanie, a financial advocate at NMC Health, who takes her passion for service beyond the walls of healthcare, […]
NMC Health Marketing Efforts Honored in Statewide Competition
NEWTON, Kan., (May 2, 2025) – Kansas hospitals, health systems and health care organizations were recently recognized for excellence in public relations and marketing efforts by the Kansas Association of Health Care Communicators through its Emerald Awards competition. Emerald Awards are given annually to Kansas hospitals, health systems and health care organizations that excel in […]
