Mad River Community Hospital

Mad River Community Hospital 78-bed, acute care medical facilities. Locally owned, independently operated, community hospital.

We are a locally owned and operated hospital located in Arcata, Ca.

Adults need sun protection just as much as kids! Keep your skin healthy:🧴 Wear broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily, even on clo...
07/28/2026

Adults need sun protection just as much as kids! Keep your skin healthy:

🧴 Wear broad-spectrum SPF 30+ daily, even on cloudy days
🕶️ Protect your eyes with UV-blocking sunglasses
👒 Cover up with hats and lightweight, protective clothing
🗓️ Do a monthly skin self-check. Look for new moles or spots that are changing in size, shape, or color
🩺 See your provider if anything looks unusual. Early detection makes a real difference
Small habits, done consistently, add up to real protection. Your skin will thank you. ☀️

New foods, changes in routine, and long stretches in a car, plane, or cabin can all take a toll. A few tips to help:🍽️ E...
07/27/2026

New foods, changes in routine, and long stretches in a car, plane, or cabin can all take a toll. A few tips to help:

🍽️ Ease into new foods; try a little at a time, especially with rich or unfamiliar cuisine
💧 Hydrate, especially after any stomach upset. Water and electrolyte drinks help you recover faster
🚫 Watch water sources. Stick to bottled or treated water in unfamiliar areas, especially outside the U.S.
🌬️ Get fresh air and move a little. That helps with both motion sickness and general queasiness
⏳ Give it time. Most travel-related stomach upsets resolve within a day or two with rest and fluids

A little discomfort doesn't have to derail your trip! Listen to your body and give it what it needs to bounce back.

Our parks are beautiful — and a little preparation goes a long way toward keeping your outing safe and enjoyable:💧 Stay ...
07/24/2026

Our parks are beautiful — and a little preparation goes a long way toward keeping your outing safe and enjoyable:

💧 Stay hydrated — bring more water than you think you'll need
🗺️ Bring a physical map — cell service is spotty in many of our parks
📢 Tell someone your plan — where you're going and when you expect to be back
🧥 Layer up — coastal weather can shift quickly
🐻 Know your surroundings — store food properly and give wildlife space

A little planning means more time enjoying the trail and less time worrying. Get out there and explore!

Nothing beats a meal cooked outdoors, and camping adds a few extra food safety challenges:🧊 Pack a well-insulated cooler...
07/23/2026

Nothing beats a meal cooked outdoors, and camping adds a few extra food safety challenges:

🧊 Pack a well-insulated cooler, and keep it in the shade – not the trunk
🥫 Bring non-perishables as backup. Canned goods and dried foods are forgiving if your cooler warms up
🔥 Cook meat thoroughly! Campfire cooking can look done on the outside while staying underdone inside
🐻 Store food properly overnight. Use a bear canister or hang food away from your campsite; bears are always looking for an easy meal in our area
👣 Keep an eye out for Bigfoot. He's never been caught snooping in anyone's cooler, but we hear he appreciates a tidy campsite

A little food prep planning means more time enjoying the outdoors and less time worrying about what's in the cooler.

Primary care isn't just for when something's wrong — it's the foundation of staying well. A provider who knows your heal...
07/23/2026

Primary care isn't just for when something's wrong — it's the foundation of staying well. A provider who knows your health history can catch small issues before they become big ones, manage chronic conditions more effectively, and simply know you as a patient, not just a chart.

Our Family Practice and Internal Medicine clinics are growing and accepting new patients. Whether you need an annual physical, help managing an ongoing condition, or just haven't had a regular doctor in a while — now's a great time to start.

Establishing care today means better care tomorrow. Get started today!

If something feels easier — your energy, your sleep, your mood — it’s worth noticing.Those patterns are often what help ...
07/22/2026

If something feels easier — your energy, your sleep, your mood — it’s worth noticing.

Those patterns are often what help you later.

If your provider has ordered a cardiac stress test, you don't have to travel out of the area to get it done. Mad River o...
07/21/2026

If your provider has ordered a cardiac stress test, you don't have to travel out of the area to get it done. Mad River offers cardiac stress testing locally — combined with our on-site lab and imaging, we can often provide a fuller picture of your heart health faster.

Remember: You have the right to choose where your referral is sent. Ask for Mad River Community Hospital.

Getting sick while traveling is uniquely frustrating. A few strategies can help you feel better faster without derailing...
07/20/2026

Getting sick while traveling is uniquely frustrating. A few strategies can help you feel better faster without derailing your trip:

🛌 Rest when you can — even a short nap can make a real difference
💊 Bring familiar over-the-counter remedies — unfamiliar pharmacies in a new place can slow you down when you need relief fast
🍵 Stay warm and hydrated — herbal tea, water, and broth-based soups are easy on the go
😷 Be mindful of others — a mask or extra hand-washing helps keep travel companions healthy too
🩺 Know when it's more than minor — a high fever, trouble breathing, or symptoms that worsen instead of improve are signs to seek care wherever you are

Most minor illnesses just need time and rest. Don't push through if your body's telling you to slow down.

There’s still a chance to take advantage of our Mid-summer Friends & Family Sale! Save 25% off everything, except See’s ...
07/20/2026

There’s still a chance to take advantage of our Mid-summer Friends & Family Sale! Save 25% off everything, except See’s Candy and clearance items, until July 20th.

Volunteer Shop profits support scholarships for local students and continuing education for hospital staff. We’re open 8:30-4:00 PM Monday-Wednesday, 8:30-7:00 PM Thursday, 8:30-4:00 PM Friday and 12:00-3:00 PM Saturday.

Is it hot outside? Is it not hot outside? Doesn't matter — today's the day to enjoy a scoop (or two) of your favorite ic...
07/19/2026

Is it hot outside? Is it not hot outside? Doesn't matter — today's the day to enjoy a scoop (or two) of your favorite ice cream.

Whether you're grabbing a cone at Arcata Scoop or Jersey Scoops, making a sundae at home, or raiding the freezer for whatever's left in the carton, we hope you enjoy every bite.

What's your go-to flavor? Tell us below! 👇

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