Author: alovins
Heart Health Myths That Can Delay Life-Saving Care
Most people don’t ignore heart symptoms on purpose. They talk themselves out of it. They’re busy. They don’t want to “overreact.” They assume it’s stress, reflux, or that weird thing they ate for lunch. Or they’re worried they’ll feel embarrassed if it’s a false alarm. The problem is that minutes matter when someone is having […]
Flu or Pneumonia? How to Know When It’s Time for the ER
When someone you love is sick it’s hard to know what to do next. Is this “just the flu,” or could it be something more serious like pneumonia? Should you wait it out, call urgent care, or head straight to the ER? If you’re asking these questions, you’re not alone. During flu season (and especially […]
Heart Attack Symptoms Are Different for Women
Here’s What to Know If you asked most people to picture a heart attack, they’d describe the same scene: someone grabs their chest and collapses.Real life is often less dramatic. And for many women, the warning signs can be easier to explain away as stress, indigestion, the flu, or “just being tired.” The risk is […]
Weather-Related Closings
If you have a medical emergency, please call 911 or go immediately to your nearest emergency department. Due to the current weather conditions, the following Rush Memorial Hospital departments will be CLOSED on Sunday, January 25 and Monday, January 26 and will reopen the following day, unless otherwise stated: Primary Care offices Milroy Primary Care […]
Why Winter Is the Busiest Season for the ER
Winter doesn’t just bring cold weather, it brings more emergencies. Every year, emergency rooms see a sharp rise in visits once temperatures drop. Parents worry about high fevers, caregivers notice breathing changes, and adults slip on icy sidewalks or struggle with chest pain that can’t wait. If you’ve ever searched “ER near me” during the […]
RMH Recognized for Digital Health Achievement as 2025 Digital Health Most Wired Survey Recipient
November 2025 – The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has announced the results of the highly anticipated 2025 Digital Health Most Wired Survey, an internationally recognized benchmarking program that honors excellence in digitally enabled healthcare. Rush Memorial Hospital is proud to announce its Level 7 achievement for the Acute and Ambulatory category. Among the […]
RMH Achieves ACR Gold Seal Accreditation in Mammography
Commitment to quality imaging and safety Rush Memorial Hospital has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in mammography as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology® (ACR®). Mammography is a specific type of imaging test that uses a low-dose X-ray system to examine breasts. A mammography exam, called a […]
Flu Season Advice for Families—From Toddlers to Grandparents
Flu season is here, and here are answers to your most common questions—whether you’re caring for little ones, aging parents, or just trying to stay healthy yourself. Why Is Flu Season a Big Deal? Flu isn’t just a seasonal nuisance—it can lead to serious complications, especially for: Children under 5 Adults over 65 Pregnant women […]
Deborah Hummel Named Indiana’s 2025 Rural Community Star
Over her 30-plus years at Rush Memorial Hospital, Deborah has held many roles, including Chief Nursing Officer, staff RN, and Wellness Services Coordinator. Today, she leads all clinical quality and performance improvement initiatives for the hospital and its clinics. Her leadership has helped shape the hospital’s growth and its ability to meet the evolving needs […]
Dwayne Odle Honored with Outstanding Rural Health Provider Award
Dwayne Odle, RN, BSN, WCC, CDCES, Lifestyle Coach at Rush Memorial Hospital, proudly receives the Outstanding Rural Provider Award from the Indiana State Office of Rural Health, joined by his RMH team members.