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Donna Hirner-Gardner was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma–grade 1 in December 2023. Following a process that included surgery, she was declared cancer free on June 24.  Photo by Kayla Nilges | Special to the Democrat
Hirner-Gardner's swift intervention leads to lifesaving breast cancer treatment
When Donna Hirner-Gardner felt it, she froze. more
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Bothwell Regional Health Center Auxiliary will host an Ice Cream Social on Sept. 12. From left are Sara Lyles, membership chair; Eddie Crouch, planning committee member; Jackie Butler, president; and Leisha Nakagawa, BRHC volunteer specialist. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
BRHC Auxiliary to host Ice Cream Social on Sept. 12
Bothwell Regional Health Center Auxiliary will host its first Ice Cream Social since the COVID pandemic on Thursday, Sept. 12. more
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Community activist Lauretta Emerson, 96, on left seated, was honored Thursday, Aug. 8, at the Bothwell Regional Health Center lobby by her family, the Sedalia/Pettis County NAACP, Sedalia Business Women (SBW), and BRHC. Seated with Emerson are her children, John Emerson and Valencia Harris, both of St. Louis and Kay Palmer, of Sedalia. She was recognized for her community involvement and for championing Black rights in Sedalia. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
Photos: Emerson honored at Bothwell Regional Health Center
Editor's Note: The second photo has been updated to reflect the correct name of the woman who helped organized the event. more
Pettis County Ambulance District Paramedic Emma Smith,22, sits with her dog, Leila, at PCAD Station 1 on Friday, July 12. On Monday, July 8, Smith and her PCAD partner, EMT Matt Kowalski, received lifesaving awards for saving the life of a pediatric patient. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
Emma Smith: From American Idol to paramedic
Emma Smith, 22, a paramedic with Pettis County Ambulance District, is dedicated to her patients and saving lives — so much so that she recently received a lifesaving award. She also loves to sing and was one of the top 40 contestants on American Idol in 2018. more
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E.W. Thompson Health and Rehab Center has contracted with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to offer hospice and skilled nursing care for veterans, which will pay 100% of the cost for their care. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
E.W. Thompson contracts with the Department of Veterans Affairs
E.W. Thompson Health and Rehab Center has contracted with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to offer VA hospice and skilled nursing care, which will pay 100% of a vet's care cost. more
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On Wednesday, June 26, the Pettis County Ambulance District received the American Heart Association's Mission: Lifeline® EMS Silver Participant achievement award. Photo courtesy of Pettis County Ambulance District
PCAD recognized nationally for its life-saving care
The American Heart Association recognized Pettis County Ambulance District nationally on Wednesday, June 26, for its commitment to recognizing stroke and heart attack symptoms in Pettis County. more
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The United Way of Pettis County, along with seven other local organizations, is kicking off a new program, the 5 a Day Challenge, on Tuesday, July 2, at the Sedalia Area Farmers' Market. One can find out more about the program at the Green Market table. File photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
United Way of Pettis County introduces 'Five a Day Challenge'
After a successful Day of Action on Saturday, June 22, the United Way of Pettis County will launch a new program in partnership with seven agencies on Tuesday, July 2, at the Sedalia Area Farmers' Market. more
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In a move away from the "sterile" look of previous patient rooms, freshly renovated patient rooms at Bothwell Regional Health Center will feature a contemporary color palette, new furnishings, and smart boards for connectivity with doctors, staff and family. Photo courtesy of the Bothwell Foundation 
Bothwell Foundation seeks sponsors for patient room remodels
The Bothwell Foundation has begun its Patient Room Remodel Project, an ambitious renovation beginning with 24 rooms in the Medical and Surgical Unit on 2 Southwest at Bothwell Regional Health Center. more
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On Wednesday, June 19, during the State Fair Community College Health Fair, nursing student Genae Hodge shows a spoonful of sugar to members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of West Central Missouri. Hodge's table was about "Rethink What You Drink and Eat." The annual event is hosted each year for the Boys & Girls Club. This year it was hosted at Heber Hunt Elementary School. Photo by Faith Bemiss-McKinney | Democrat
SFCC hosts Nursing Fair for Boys & Girls Club
Young members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of West Central Missouri received thoughtful and healthy information Wednesday, June 19, during the annual State Fair Community College Health Fair. more
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RSV season hits Pettis County
As Pettis County approaches the winter season, residents are beginning to see cases of RSV spike across the area.  Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a contagious yet common virus that … more
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Charlotte Edwards was diagnosed with cancer one year ago. Family support and community well-wishers kept her spirits high through months of treatments.
Edwards back at work after cancer
Charlotte Edwards owns The Country Ruffle, a unique gift shop at 200 W. Third St. in Sedalia. She has been operating the boutique for almost 35 years, and her customers make the hard work … more
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The American Red Cross is preparing for several blood drives across the area ahead of the holiday season.
Red Cross gears up for fall blood drives
The American Red Cross is preparing for a drop in blood donations during the holidays by offering several blood drive donation sites across Missouri in the next few weeks. In addition, those who give … more
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Donna Barnes, 67, of Sedalia, is a breast cancer survivor. Her small but aggressive cancer was found with a mammogram in 2021. After treatments, Banes is now cancer free.
Barnes: mammogram finds small, aggressive cancer
  Cancer was the furthest thing from Donna Barnes’ mind when she made an appointment with her doctor for a well-woman visit in 2021. Barnes, 67, of Sedalia, who has no breast … more
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