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It is no secret that as we age, our bodies undergo changes that can increase the risk of developing health related issues. One of these health concerns is the susceptibility of forming a chronic wound. Chronic wounds are wounds that fail to heal within three months or more. They can be painful, debilitating, and can significantly impact the quality of life of the person suffering with a non-healing wound. Which is why this May, the Wound Healing Center at Western Arizona Regional Medical Center is ackno... ... Read More

BULLHEAD CITY – Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common bacterial infections in the United States, resulting in seven million office visits to healthcare providers each year. Additionally, 50 percent of women and three percent of men worldwide will experience a UTI in their lifetime. While most UTIs are not serious, they can cause discomfort, and if left untreated could lead to kidney damage or sepsis. UTIs are an infection in any part of the urinary system including kidneys, bladder ... ... Read More

This article originally appeared in Mohave Valley Daily News on April 2, 2023. It was written by DK McDonald. The original article can be viewed here . BULLHEAD CITY — Western Arizona Regional Medical Center doctors honored National Doctors Day by donating their celebratory gift fund to two local charities. At WARMC's dinner honoring the doctors, hosted by Laughlin Ranch, checks of $1,000 were presented to both Legacy Foundation Christine Stamper Center for Help & Hope, 1594 North Oatman Road, and B... ... Read More

BULLHEAD CITY – To help address hunger in our community, and in celebration of National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day on April 2, Western Arizona Regional Medical Center has donated more than 500 jars of peanut butter (and other nut butters) to three area food banks in the Tri-state. All of that peanut butter was donated by WARMC’s employees, medical staff, and Senior Circle members during the recent Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive. The Jars of Love Peanut Butter Drive was launched to help support indivi... ... Read More

BULLHEAD CITY - Every three seconds, someone in the world is diagnosed with a type of dementia, which is the general term for the loss of memory, language and ability to make decisions enough that it impacts everyday life. Caused by damage to brain cells, dementia is becoming increasingly more common and a leading cause of disability and dependency among older Americans. However, evidence suggests living a healthy lifestyle could help prevent severe cognitive decline and a dementia diagnosis. “Today, th... ... Read More

BULLHEAD CITY – Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, claiming the lives of more than 650,000 people each year. Here are some other facts everyone should know about heart disease: In the U.S., one person dies every 34 seconds from cardiovascular disease. Every year, about 800,000 Americans suffer a heart attack. Nearly half of American adults (47%) suffer from high blood pressure, or hypertension, which increases the risk of a heart attack and stroke. However, only about 1 in 4... ... Read More

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common circulatory problem stemming from fatty build-up, or atherosclerosis, in the arteries. Also known as peripheral vascular disease (PVD), PAD causes blood vessels in the limbs to narrow, significantly reducing blood flow and sometimes causing the development of a wound that is slow to heal. If left untreated, these wounds can become infected and put patients at risk of sepsis, gangrene, or amputation. According to the American Heart Association, PAD affects over... ... Read More

BULLHEAD CITY – Millions of Americans struggle with seasonal depression, or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), each year. Commonly brought on during the fall and winter, the condition can occur during any seasonal change and last as long as four or five months. People with SAD may feel lethargic or moody and tend to sleep more. Symptoms also can include social withdrawal, trouble concentrating, weight gain, and feelings of depression. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, women and those... ... Read More

BULLHEAD CITY (December 7, 2022) – Due to a sharp rise in cases of severe respiratory illness, Western Arizona Regional Medical Center is strongly encouraging the community to return to wearing face masks, particularly while visiting the hospital. “WARMC is experiencing a significant increase in severe respiratory illnesses,” said Chief Nursing Officer Kirsten Ferren. “For this reason we are now encouraging all visitors to wear masks. If you do not have a mask with you, you will be offered a mask when y... ... Read More

Western Arizona Regional Medical Center has reinstated face masking requirements for hospital employees due to the community’s current levels of respiratory illnesses. This requirement does not apply to most hospital visitors. “We are seeing increased numbers of patients with serious cases of influenza, children with RSV, and our admissions of COVID-positive patients are rapidly increasing,” said Kirsten Ferren, WARMC’s chief nursing officer. With patient safety as WARMC’s first priority, and to prevent... ... Read More