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Specialty ClinicsThe Cherokee Regional Medical Center Specialty Clinic has numerous medical specialists who visit on a regular basis, saving patients significant time and money. It also provides them with a comfortable and familiar environment.

CHEROKEE 712.225.6265

300 Sioux Valley Drive, Cherokee, IA 51012

AURELIA 712.434.2101

225 Main Street, Aurelia, IA 51005

HOLSTEIN 712.368.4730

112 N. Kiel Street, Holstein, IA 51025

MARCUS 712.376.4600

300 E. Pine Street, Marcus, IA 51013

CardiologyCataract Eye SurgeryDermatologyEar, Nose & Throat

Maternal/FetalNephrologyNeurosurgeryOB/GYN

OncologyOrthopedicsPodiatryPulmonology

Rheumatology SurgeryUrology

Contact us (712) 225-1506

Our ServicesAcute / Skilled / Inn Care

Ambulance

Anesthesia Services

The Beck - Senior Living

Cardiac Rehab

Chemotherapy

Critical Care

Diabetes Education

Dietary Services

24 HR. Emergency Care

Foot & Ankle Clinic

Home Choice Home Health

Hospice Services

IV Infusions / Blood Transfusions

Laboratory

Obstetrics

Occupational Therapy

Pharmacy

Physical Therapy

Pre-Employment Screenings

Public Health Services

Pulmonary Rehab

Radiology Services

Respiratory Therapy Services

Registered Dietitian Services

Senior Life Solutions

Sleep Studies

Surgical Services

Speech Therapy

Wound / Ostomy Care

CRMC Wellness Center6 Month / 1 Year Memberships & Day Passes AvailableIndoor Swimming Pool3-Lane Walking/Jogging TrackGymnasium

Exercise EquipmentPersonal Training Specialized Fitness Classes

Contact us (712) 225-6858


Rahniya’s eczema

had been worsening

and her allergies were

out of control – dogs, cats, grass . . . harvest season was tough. We

took her to an allergy

specialist, where it was determined we would

start weekly allergy

shots. Just before

Rahniya turned six, we began our weekly

appointments for her shots at the Cherokee

Regional Clinic inAurelia. In such a small town, you wouldn’t expect the amazing

treatment we have

received. Traci (Hagen), Hillary (Anderson) and

Tina (Ebel) have gone

above and beyond to

make this last year of shots comfortable forRahniya. They arealways patient with

her and genuinely care

about her.They’ve made her feel

so special, from sticker boards and prizes for doing so well. We’llnever go anywhere else. As an almost-seven-year-old who gets weekly shots, she’s still excited to come see the

gals at the Aurelia Clinic.Rahniya shows off her sticker board with

Traci Hagen, ARNP

Allergy treatments close to home


Strategies to reduce young athletes’ injury riskSports can make a pro-

found impact on the life of a young person. Children

who participate in sports experience a range of physical, emotional and

interpersonal beneits.�While it’s impossible

to eliminate the risk of injury entirely, there are

some strategies athletes and their parents can

take to reduce that risk.•Make sure young ath-

letes get their physicals. Recreational and scholas-tic sports leagues typical-ly require athletes to get physicals before they’re

allowed to compete. Kids who participate in more

loosely organized leagues should get a physical be-fore each season, even

if the league does not require them to do so. These examinations canuncover problems such

as irregular heartbeat that may make kids vulnerable to injury or illness.

When these issues are

discovered, athletes, their parents, their physicians and their coaches can

then work together to

develop a plan to protect kids without preventing

them from participating

in their favorite sports.•Open and maintain a

dialogue with coaches be-fore and throughout the

season. If kids develop

nagging injuries during

a season, parents should

report them to the coach

directly.•Warm up and stretch

before games. Many

coaches are fully aware

of the importance of warming up and stretch-ing before games. Par-ents can still keep an eye

out to make sure kids do this prior to compe-tition; warming up and

stretching helps to pre-vent sports-related inju-ries by releasing muscle

tension before kids be-

gin physical activity.•Encourage young

athletes to hydrate and

stay hydrated through-out competition. Con-sequences of dehydra-tion are severe and can

include increased core

temperature and heart rate, decreased blood

pressure, nausea and

vomiting, general fatigue, headaches and muscle

cramps. Hydrating before

competition and staying

hydrated throughout a

game can help athletes maximize their perfor-mance and minimize

their risk of injury and

muscle cramps.

I focus on improving patients’ movement capabilities in their body, so they can move pain free and move more often.

Dr. Jamie Whitmer800 S. Main St.Holstein, IA

Call for appointment (712) 368-4547

“I can help with much morethan sore necks and backs”

• Chiropractic Manipulation• Soft Tissue Therapy• Laser Therapy• Corrective Exercise• Kinesiology Taping• Cupping Therapy


600 Morningside St. Ida Grove, IA

712-364-3327

Our caring staff works with doctors and therapy to provide the best care — whether your stay is short term or you make Morningsideyour home.

Prepare for your virtual doctor visitThe COVID-19 pan-

demic has accelerated

the need for doctor’s of-�ices to offer virtual ap-pointments, but this has been a trend in the works for many years.Technology has made

it bene�icial – both from

a convenience and

cost perspective – for physicians to perform

regular check-ups online.On March 17, The

Centers for Medicare and

Medicaid Services broad-ened access to Medicare

telehealth services to

reduce the number of people traveling to and

from doctors’ of�ices and

other clinical sites. This has greatly expanded the

number and range of pro-viders, conditions andsituations where tele-

health services are being

covered. Some states are

also expanding options for telehealth to boost so-cial distancing and keep-ing people safe.

While not ideal for all medical situations, the virtual doctor’s appointment is surely

here to stay, especially as we are more focused on

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Assisted Living

Phone: 712-364-4128 • www.goldenhorizons.org

Our community is a place filled with conversations and welcoming faces. Our

apartments and health care combined with independence, create an active and social

lifestyle with personal care.

27 Assisted Living Apartments

Respite Care • 24-hour staff

800 ByronGodbersen Dr.Ida Grove, IA

Schedule your tour and experienceGolden Horizons . . . Where Life Begins Again

Need health insurance?

Sherry Gebers409 2nd St.Ida Grove(712) 364-2931

I know health insurance and can help you evaluate your options.Give me a call today to discuss your health insurance needs!

An authorized independent agent for Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Iowa, an independent licensee of the Blue Crossand Blue Shield Association. H350 (10-19)

social distancing, health

and wellness than ever before. Check your technology

One of the �irst things you’ll need to do before

your virtual appointment is to check that you have

the right equipment.Telehealth visits in-

volve a video component. Be sure your smart-phone, tablet or comput-er is connected to the in-ternet. You may also need

to download an app or software to connect with

the provider.Check with your

physician’s of�ice to make

sure you understand

the instructions to

avoid any glitches once

your appointment gets started.

Double-check insurance

Check with your in-surance company to

make sure your virtual appointment will be cov-ered prior to the session. Ask your insurance pro-vider if there will be any

co-pay so you can have

it ready for your physi-cian’s ofice.�Work with a local

insurance agent if possi-ble to stay up to date on

your policy’s telehealth

processes and require-ments.Prepare like normalPrepare as you would

for any other visit, in-

cluding jotting down

some notes or list any

symptoms you want to discuss. This will help you organize your thoughts and prevent you from forgetting any-thing important during

the video call.To help you focus, sit

in a quiet, comfortable, well-lit place. This will

help you concentrate

on your physician’s questions as you work

through the appoint-ment together. After the

session, be sure to pro-vide feedback to your physician’s of�ice. This may be a new service for them, and patient feed-back is key to improving

their processes.

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Holstein Senior Living1500 S. Kiel St., Holstein, IA

712-368-4893www.holsteinseniorliving.com

Embracing Every Moment

Assisted Living • Respite Care

• Three home-cooked meals, served daily

• Basic cable, Wi-fi, utilities, housekeeping, laundry, in-door mailboxes

• Secure building with personal emergency call systemand RN available 24 hours

• Social and recreational activities-movie theatre, TV lounge, library and exercise area

• On-site beauty and barber salon

• Individual climate control with furnished window blinds

• Beautifully landscaped courtyard, patio and walking trail

• Scheduled transportation

• Pets are welcome

Some of the special services off ered in memory care include:

• Private Studio Apartments decorated to resident preference

• Music Therapy led by a licensed music therapist

• Alzheimer’s Support Group

• Life Stations with activities tailored to resident interests

• Secure patio and garden with a walking path for exercise and relaxation

• Personalized memory box outside each apartment

• Family engagement program to keep families involved in daily life

Memory CareResidents who need closer care with one-on-one interactions for socialization and activities of daily living can reside in a secure area with trained staff to provide positive life experiences according to their individual needs and preferences.

We are proud to serve our veterans.

Active war-time veteran or

surviving spouse discount available.


The Ridge801 Benning Dr., Holstein, IA

712-368-2555www.holsteinseniorliving.com

Embracing Every Moment

Lifestyle at The Ridge

Amenities

• Utilities included in rent

• Appliances included in every apartment

• Noon Meal served every day included

• Lawn Care and snow removal included

• Garages available

• Laundry hook-ups in every apartment

• Entertainment activities off ered dailyincluded in rent

• Hospitality room – like hotel suite forfamily to visit!

• Gathering place for family and friends

• Transportation available by vanor Holstein taxi

The Ridge is licensed to provide assisted-living services in beautiful senior apartments with full kitchens. These apartments overlook the golf course and off er free satellite TV, in-house movie theatre and daily noon meals. Garages, golf cart parking, and heated storage units are available.Transportation is available through Holstein taxi. Pets are welcome.

• 1-Bedroom: 760-781 sq. ft. • 2-Bedroom: 941-1,071 sq. ft.

We are proud to serve our veterans.

Active war-time veteran or surviving spouse discount available.


Let Our Family Take Care of Yours

• I.V. medications

• Nourishment

• Wound care

• Hygiene & daily living assistance

• Physical therapist

Care & Services

Home Health Bringing teaching, technology, and care skills right to your own home. We place emphasis on promoting, maintaining or restoring health, and

BurgessBurgess

• Occupational therapist

• Speech therapist

• Support through social workers

• Skilled nursing visits

• Homemaker services

• VRI® (medical alert system) set up

www.BurgessHC.org/home-health

Call Today!

712-423-9265

The COVID-19 pandemic

caused unemployment and

left many people looking for ways to support their fami-lies.

This unfortunate situation

during the time of year when

we are used to heading out on

summer vacations has added

extra stress for many people.There has also been added

fear and anxiety about the

unknowns of the disease. When will it end? How can I protect myself and my family

from it? Fortunately, there

are many ways you can cope

with COVID-19-related stress to lessen the impact it has on

your psychological well-being.

What is COVID-19 stress?Stress during any infectious

disease outbreak can include

the following, according

to the Centers for Disease

Control and Prevention:

Overcoming COVID-19 anxiety


•PT and OT•Speech Therapy•Skilled Nursing•Skilled Wound Care•Wound Vac•Nutritional Support•PEG Tube Feeding

•Parenteral Nutrition•IV Medications• Medication Supervision/

Administration•Post Surgical Care•Homemaker/Bath Aide

• Fear and worry about your own health and the health

of your loved ones.• Changes in sleep or eating

patterns.• Difficulty sleeping or con-centrating.

• Worsening of chronic

health problems.• Worsening of mental

health conditions.• Increased use of alcohol, tobacco, or other drugs.

Who is at risk?Everyone reacts differently

to stressful situations. How

you respond to the outbreak

can depend on your back-ground and the community

you live in. The CDC identi-fies the following types of people as ones who may

respond more strongly to

the stress of a crisis like the

COVID-19 pandemic:• Older people and people

with chronic diseases who

are at higher risk for severe

illness from COVID-19.•Children and teens.• People who are helping with

the response to COVID-19, like doctors, other health

care providers, and first responders.

• People who have mental health conditions, includ-ing problems with sub-stance use.

How to reactThere are many ways you

can take care of yourself and

your community during this unprecedented time. And

doing so can actually help

you cope with COVID-19-

related stress. Here are some

ideas from the CDC to get you

started:• Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to

news stories, including

social media. • Take care of your body

with plenty of exercise and

healthy eating.•Avoid alcohol and drugs.• Make time to unwind

and try to do some other activities you enjoy.Remember that you are not

alone in any stress you are

feeling. Millions of Americans across the country are in

the same boat. Take the

time to connect virtually

with your friends and family

members to keep you active

in community.

410 Second St., Ida Grove • 712-364-2774

•Under 65 on and off the Health Exchange•Short Term Health•Group Health (1 – 50+)•Medicare Health plans

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Prevent common injuries while gamingGaming is a pop-

ular activity across the globe. There are

more than 2.5 billion

video gamers around

the world. Sixty per-cent of United States-based gamers play

video games daily. Gamers spend an av-

erage of seven hours and seven minutes each week playing

gamesMany individuals

are now experiencing

overuse injuries from

extended gaming ses-sions. Carpal tunnel syndrome, overuse in

the elbow and shoul-der, tendinitis, and

even something called

“gamer’s thumb” can

occur. Gamer’s thumb is

a nickname given to

a condition called de

Quervain’s tenosyn-ovitis, which occurs when the tendons that move the thumb be-come inflamed, lead-ing to limited move-ment. Gaming and

even smartphone use

can result in this con-dition. Staying informed

about the potential for

injury can keep gam-ers in better health. Gamers also can take

steps to prevent com-mon conditions.•Eye strain: Staring

at a screen for hours while immersed in

play can cause eye

strain. Symptoms can

include pain, redness, dryness, and blurry

vision. Taking breaks and focusing on items at various distances can help rest the eyes.

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Odebolt Specialty Care

Assisted Living

For All of Life’s Health Transitions.

www.careinitiatives.org

Long Term

Rehab to Home

801 S. Des Moines St.Odebolt, IA

•Gamer’s thumb: Stretching the hand

and thumb before

playing and during

breaks can rest the

tendons in the hand

and reduce the risk of inflammation.

•Carpal tunnel syn-drome: This occurs when there’s a pinched

nerve in the wrist that causes hand or wrist pain, numbness, tin-gling, or weakness. Stretches that engage

the palms, fists and

thumbs can help. A

chiropractor or physi-cal therapist can help

people learn stretches and find relief.

•Hearing damage: Wearing headphones and listening to loud

game play can dam-age hearing. Keeping

the volume low and

avoiding earbuds that keep the noise close

to the eardrum can

help reduce risk.•Back and neck

strain: Improper posture while play-ing may lead to pain

in the neck and back. Rest, breaks and

stretching can help

reduce and alleviate

pain. Look for ergo-nomic gaming chairs, which may help pre-vent injury.

Ida Family ChiropracticIda Family Chiropractic

•Diversified Adjustments•Acupuncture •Essential Oils•Electrical Therapy •SOT•Spinal Traction •Sports Physicals•Supplements

Safe for all ages - children welcomeCall for appointment: (712) 364-2508

Dr. DebraUlrich

Chiropractor

616 2nd St.Ida Grove, IA


Business DirectoryAmerican Senior Benefits3345 N. 107th St.Omaha, NERicky Maynard 402-889-6755Kyla Maynard 402-415-1291

Buena VistaRegional Medical Center1525 W. 5th St.Storm Lake, IA712-732-4030

Burgess Home Health & Hospice1600 Diamond St.Onawa, IA712-423-9265

CherokeeRegional Medical Center225 Main St.Aurelia, IA712-434-2101300 Sioux Valley Dr.Cherokee, IA712-225-6265112 N. Kiel St.Holstein, IA712-368-4730300 E. Pine St. Marcus, IA712-376-4600

Farm Bureau Financial ServicesDenise Van Dusen409 2nd St.Ida Grove, IA712-364-2931Cell: 712-210-3380

Farm Bureau Financial ServicesSherry Gebers409 2nd St.Ida Grove, IA712-364-2931

Golden Horizons800 ByronGodbersen Dr.Ida Grove, IA712-364-4128

Heights Home Health114 N. 4th St., Suite CMapleton, IA712-881-7144

The Hoffman Agency410 2nd St. Ida Grove, IA712-364-2774

Holstein Senior Living1500 S. Kiel St.Holstein, IA712-368-4893

Horn Memorial Hospital701 E. 2nd St.Ida Grove, IA712-364-3311

Horn Physicians Clinic701 E. 2nd St.Ida Grove, IA712-364-2514520 Main St.Mapleton, IA712-881-4676300 S. Maple St.Odebolt, IA712-668-2232

Ida FamilyChiropracticDr. Debra Ulrich616 2nd St.Ida Grove, IA712-364-2508

Morningside Care Center600 Morningside St.Ida Grove, IA712-364-3327

Odebolt Specialty Care801 S. Des Moines St.Odebolt, IA712-668-4867

The Ridge801 Benning Dr.Holstein, IA712-368-2555

Schmidt InsuranceJared Schmidt107 Main St.Battle Creek, IA712-365-2535

Vision Care Clinic201 N. Main St.Denison, IA712-263-2020402 Main St.Mapleton, IA712-882-2020223 Main St.Moville, IA712-873-3440

Whitmer Spine and Sports ChiropracticDr. Jamie Whitmer800 S. Main St.Holstein, IA712-368-4547

Willow Street Optics215 W. Willow St.Cherokee, IA712-225-38221-800-286-3018


BVRMC COMMUNITY,

We are truly grateful for the outpouring of support by generous community members who wish to assist BVRMC during this time of uncertainty.

Iowa is a special place where we take care of each other. Thank you for your commitment to our dedicated physicians, employees, patients and community. We are honored to serve you!

- All of us at BVRMC

VRMC COMMUNITY

Thank You

Curt Hesse, DO Sharon Vande Vegte, DO Al Veltri, MD

Michelle Doty, ARNP

Trudy Bader, ARNP

Shelly Else, PA-C Wanda Freese, ARNP Mallory Roling, ARNP

SPECIALTY CLINICSCardiac Dermatology ENTGeneral Surgery OB/GYN OphthalmologyOrthopaedic Podiatry Urology

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