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The TeamBirth initiative at CCMH
Comanche County Memorial Hospital’s Women’s and Children’s Department recently announced “TeamBirth”, a new initiative to enhance the birthing experience and improve outcomes for people giving birth and their babies. They have named their team “The Dream Team” because...
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CPR
CPR from Medwatch 7 KSWO on Vimeo. Cardio pulmonary resuscitation, or CPR is a lifesaving technique that everyone should know. For those who aren't trained or prepared to give it, newer guidelines from the American Heart Association make the technique easier for...
Dangers of e-cigarettes
Dangers of e-cigarettes from Medwatch 7 KSWO on Vimeo. If you were once a cigarette smoker but switched to e-cigarettes thinking they were better for you, they may be doing just as much harm to your body as regular cigarettes.
Modifying your Lifestyle
Modifying your lifestyle to reduce heart disease from Medwatch 7 KSWO on Vimeo. We know that heart disease is the number one killer...and it's still on the rise in men and women. It turns out, people aren't modifying their lifestyles to reduce their risks...this is a...
Sudden Cardiac Death
It's responsible for half of all heart disease deaths…sudden cardiac death. It occurs when your heart abruptly stops, so no blood is pumped to the rest of your body. As the name suggests, sudden cardiac death is abrupt and unexpected. The most common cause is coronary...
Stents
Stents are devices which are implanted during an angioplasty to treat coronary artery disease. These small tubes are used to prop open clogged arteries. Over the past 30 years or so, advancements to these devices have made them an even better tool in the treatment of...
Heart Disease Risk Factors
We continue our coverage of National Heart Month by breaking down your risk factors for heart disease, so you know how to protect yourself. Comanche County Memorial Hospital cardiologist Dr. Srilatha Ayirala says when it comes to heart disease, there are some major...
Blood Pressure
Managing your blood pressure is important, no matter your age. Do you know what a healthy blood pressure is for you? Getting your blood pressure checked is often the first thing that happens when you step into your doctor's office. But did you know managing blood...