Kerry & Synda Douglas Medical Center

09/10/2026

World Su***de Prevention Day reminds us that anyone can be affected by su***de and we can all play a role in preventing it. You never know what someone may be going through. They may be struggling with mental health even if they don't show it. Help spread awareness that it's okay to seek support. 988 is always here, no matter the reason. If you or someone you know is having thoughts about su***de, call, text, or chat 988. Trained crisis specialists are available 24/7. Learn more at https://missouri988.org/

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! Our clinic is closed Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day.

We wish everyone a safe and happy Labor Day!

08/25/2026

Citizens Memorial Hospital welcomes Lee A. Lane, DPM, to the CMH medical staff as a podiatrist. She joins podiatrists Brad Jones, DPM, and Creighton Woolsey, DPM, at the CMH Podiatry Clinic. Dr. Lane will provide comprehensive foot and ankle care, including treatment for diabetic foot conditions, toenail disorders, bunions, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, ankle pain, foot numbness and foot fractures.

In addition to seeing patients in Bolivar, she will provide outreach services at Stockton Family Medical Center and Lake Stockton Healthcare Facility in Stockton, Parkview Health Care Facility and Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility in Bolivar, and Community Springs Healthcare Facility in El Dorado Springs.

For more information, visit: https://cmhbolivar.info/4fALydC

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Lane, call the CMH Podiatry Clinic at 417-328-7000.

07/26/2026

Stay safe as temperatures climb this week.

Hot weather can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke, especially for older adults, young children and people with chronic health conditions.

Here are a few simple ways to stay safe:
• Drink plenty of water, even if you don't feel thirsty.
• Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
• Limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
• Take breaks in the shade or air conditioning.
• Check on family members, neighbors and pets.

Know the signs of heat-related illness and take action if you or someone else begins to feel sick.

Read more about staying safe in the heat here:

Summer sun can be a lot of fun. But summertime heat waves—also called extreme heat events—aren't so fun. Learn the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion.

07/10/2026

Stop in and visit one of the micro-learning sessions during the CMH Baby Fair on July 11 in the Third Floor East Tower Room at the hospital. Sessions start at 10:30.
Baby Fair Micro-Learning Sessions Schedule
10:30 a.m. – CMH Birth Place – Car Seat Safety
11:00 a.m. – Polk County Health Center – Prenatal Nutrition and Women, Infant and Children’s Program
11:15 a.m. – Polk County Library – How to sign up for a library card, programs for babies and online resources with Laura Jenkins
12:00 p.m. – CMH Behavioral Health – Postpartum Depression with Nicole Twenter, LPC
12:30 p.m. – CMH Birth Place – Car Seat Safety
1:00 p.m. – Polk County Health Center –What is Safe Sleep? Safe Cribs for Missouri Program
1:15 p.m. - Polk County Library – How to sign up for a library card, programs for babies and online resources with Laura Jenkins

07/09/2026

We are so excited. The Baby Fair is almost here! Come join us on Saturday, July 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Third Floor East Tower Room in Citizens Memorial Hospital for the Little Sprout Baby Fair! There will be fun micro-learning sessions throughout the day from the Polk County Health Center, Polk County Library, CMH Behavioral Health, and CMH Birth Place. We’d love to see you there! For more details visit: https://cmhbolivar.info/BabyFair2026

07/04/2026

Happy Independence Day!

We hope you have a fun, safe and relaxing Fourth of July with family and friends. Have a wonderful holiday!

06/21/2026

06/03/2026

National CPR & AED Awareness Week is June 1-7. Knowing CPR can help save a life during a cardiac emergency.

This week is a reminder to:
- Learn CPR.
- Know where AEDs are located.
- Encourage others to do the same.

For more details on CPR or to locate a course, visit https://cpr.heart.org/en/resources/what-is-cpr.

05/31/2026

May 31 is World No To***co Day.

Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your lung and heart health. Benefits of quitting begin almost immediately and continue over time.

Need support to quit? CMH and the CDC Quit Smoking Resources offers tools and guidance to help. Visit https://www.citizensmemorial.com/services/pharmacy/tobacco-cessation.html or https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/campaign/tips/quit-smoking/index.html for more details.