“Over the course of COVID-19 and its disastrous implications on physical health and its associated social outcomes, we have been protected by the conviction and tireless efforts of our frontline workers. We commend and salute these brave actions and seek to investigate and formulate the clinical transition of COVID-19.”
Missouri Delta Medical Center now offers the Boston Scientific Ranger drug coated balloon (DCB), which was developed for the treatment of patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD) in the superficial femoral artery (SFA) and proximal popliteal artery (PPA).
This innovative robotic technology allows surgeons to personalize procedures to each patient in the region.
The 15-bed Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit at Missouri Delta Medical Center in Sikeston officially opens Wednesday, providing specialized services closer to home for Southeast Missouri residents.
Telehealth is defined as the delivery of healthcare services via electronic devices allowing for video and audio interactions between a patient and healthcare provider who are not in the same location.
Letter to Our Community Regarding the COVID-19 Crisis
March 31, 2020
As your community hospital, it is important that we keep you informed and confident in what we are doing to respond to the rapidly evolving COVID-19 Pandemic. These are extraordinary times for public health. Not only are we at heightened concern for the communities we serve, but we’re also extending that concern to our families, friends, and neighbors, to local businesses and restaurants. Please know the health and well-being of the community remain our top priority.
“Influenza also differs from the common cold in many ways. Influenza usually causes a significant fever which lasts for 3-4 days, while colds have a minimal fever. However, it is important to note that people may be infected with the flu and have respiratory symptoms without a fever.”