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Here's the recent births from Bluffton Hospital

Posted by Fred Steiner on April 3, 2020 - 10:24am

The following births are reported from Bluffton Hospital since Feb. 29 and all of March.

Feb. 29 – Colt Camden Wilkins, son of Eric and Jenna Wilkins, Rawson

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Bluffton Hospital 24-hour triage line is open

Posted by Fred Steiner on April 2, 2020 - 3:31pm

Blanchard Valley Health System is welcoming residents from all surrounding counties, including Allen, Hancock, Hardin, Henry, Putnam, Seneca, Wood and Wyandot at the Bluffton and Findlay Triage and Testing Centers.

If a patient believes to be experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 that person should call the 24-hour, seven days a week, triage line at:
419.423.7890 (Findlay) or
419.369.2399 (Bluffton)
to initiate pre-screening efforts. 

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Effective Wednesday: No visitors permitted at Bluffton Hospital

Policy applies to all Blanchard Valley Health System facilities
Posted by Fred Steiner on March 24, 2020 - 10:06am

Due to community concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and to ensure that every precaution is being taken to prioritize the safety of our patients, Bluffton Hospital will no longer allow visitors. (Effective March 25, 2020)

This policy applies to all Blanchard Valley Health System facilities including hospitals and outpatient clinics.

An exception of one caregiver per patient for the duration of the hospital stay will be granted for patients in our pediatric and labor and delivery care units.

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Weekend doctor: Eating right

Posted by LizGH on March 14, 2020 - 6:00am

By Julie Russell, RD, LD, CD, Outpatient Dietician/Diabetes Educator
Blanchard Valley Diabetes Center
March is National Nutrition Month and this year’s theme is “Eat Right, Bite by Bite.” Sometimes it can be overwhelming with what to do first when you want to change your eating habits.

Simply start by trying to eat more variety. You can focus on one food group at a time. For example, think about some different vegetables or fruits you’ve never tried before.

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Updates from Bluffton Hospital, MHCO, school meal programs

Also a link to local cancellations and event updates
Posted by Fred Steiner on March 13, 2020 - 11:44am

CLICK HERE for the latest on cancellations and event updates in Bluffton.

In the wake of the current healthcare climate, Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS), will be limiting visitation to all areas of the organization.

The new guidelines allow for one visitor per day per patient. No children (under 16 years of age) will be permitted to enter patient care areas.

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Weekend doctor: Bicep injuries

Posted by LizGH on March 7, 2020 - 6:00am

By James Davidson, MD and Katie Fultz, PA-C
Blanchard Valley Orthopedics and Sport Medicine
The biceps muscle is a key player in the function of the upper and lower arm, therefore, when it has an injury, it can make a significant impact on a person’s function.

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