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                About / News / 2020 / March

                Posts in March, 2020

                • COVID-19 Guide

                  March 27, 2020
                  Posted By Kirby Medical Center

                  COVID-19 is a new disease and we are still learning about how it spreads and the severity of illness it causes. Person-to-person spread The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person. Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). Through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes or talks. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of ...

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                • Testing Process for COVID-19

                  March 27, 2020
                  Posted By Kirby Medical Center

                  Testing for COVID-19 Other Languages chat icon Self-Checker A guide to help you make decisions and seek appropriate medical care Self-Check There are laboratory tests that can identify the virus that causes COVID-19 in respiratory specimens. State and local public health departments have received tests from CDC while medical providers are getting tests developed by commercial manufacturers. Who should be tested Not ...

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                • Letter to the Public COVID- 19

                  March 20, 2020
                  Posted By Kirby Medical Center

                  March 19, 2020 Kirby Medical Center, Dewitt-Piatt Health Department, and Piatt County Emergency Management Agency continue to maintain collaborative, regular, daily communication regarding coronavirus, COVID-19. As always, know that we are all working very hard to assure the health and safety of all. Area residents can take many steps to help prevent the spread of illness, including COVID-19. We are receiving updates ...

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                  Eat This Not That to Better Your Health

                  March 18, 2020
                  Posted By Kirby Medical Center

                  We all love to indulge in a sweet treat or rich meal every once in a while — and that’s okay! However, when “sometimes” indulgences turns into “every day” indulgences serious and adverse effects on your health make an appearance. Making healthy choices every day can help you to live a longer, healthier life, and you’ll feel and look better too! When it comes to proper ...

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                • COVID-19 Visitor Guidelines

                  March 18, 2020
                  Posted By Kirby Medical Center

                  KMC COVID-19 GUIDELINES If you have symptoms such as cough, fever, chills, running nose, sore throat, diarrhea, vomiting or muscle aches, you could have a virus. This virus COULD BE COVID-19. While your symptoms could be the cause of many viruses or illnesses, the following precautions must be maintained until you receive your results: Stay home unless your symptoms are emergent: difficulty breathing, chest pain, ...

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                  COVID-19 Prevention in Piatt County

                  March 11, 2020
                  Posted By Kirby Medical Center

                  Kirby Medical Center, Dewitt-Piatt Health Department, and Piatt County Emergency Management Agency have been maintaining collaborative, regular, daily communication regarding coronavirus. Crystal Alexander, Kirby’s Emergency Preparedness Coordinator and Safety Officer, and Michelle Spainhour, Kirby’s Director of Quality and Infection Prevention, as well as the county partners have been participating in ...

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                  When Should You Have a Colonoscopy?

                  March 6, 2020
                  Posted By Kirby Medical Center

                  What is a Colonoscopy? A colonoscopy is a medical procedure that is used to find changes or abnormalities in the colon (large intestine) and rectum. While this exam may be intimidating for some, it can play a significant role in the early detection and treatment of colorectal cancer. Here’s what you need to know. Who Should Have a Colonoscopy? According to the American Cancer Society, people who are at average ...

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                  20 Health Tips for 2020

                  March 2, 2020
                  Posted By Kirby Medical Center

                  Eat Right Food, Nutrition and Health Tips from the Academy of Nutrition an Dietetics 20 Health Tips for 2020 1. Eat Breakfast Start your morning with a healthy breakfast that includes lean protein, whole grains, fruits and vegetables. Try making a breakfast burrito with scrambled eggs, low-fat cheese, salsa and a whole wheat tortilla or parfait with low-fat plain yogurt and whole grain cereal. 2. Make Half your Plate ...

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