Harper County Community Hospital

06/23/2026

It’s a great time to take charge of your health! 🩺
Dr. Aaron Sizelove, DO is now accepting new primary care patients. From wellness visits and immunizations to DOT/Flight physicals and Medicare annual visits, we’re here to care for you and your family at every stage of life.

📞 Call to schedule:
BFHC: 580-735-2911
LFHC: 580-921-3355

Establish care today and let us be your partner in lifelong health.
For a complete list of services check out our website.
https://www.hcchospital.com/services

06/22/2026

🌞 Heat Safety Tips 🌞
Stay safe and cool during hot weather with these simple reminders:
💧 Stay hydrated – Drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty.
🧢 Dress smart – Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing and a hat.
⏰ Avoid peak heat – Limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).
🌳 Take breaks – Rest often in shade or air-conditioned spaces.
👶🐶 Never leave kids or pets in cars – Temperatures rise dangerously fast.
🚨 Know the warning signs – Dizziness, headache, nausea, muscle cramps, or confusion can signal heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

☀️ Your health matters—take heat seriously and check on neighbors, kids, and older adults during extreme heat.

06/21/2026

06/19/2026

☀️🩹 Sunburn Safety Reminder 🩹☀️

If a child has a sunburn with blisters, it’s important to treat it like a skin injury—not just a mild sunburn. Blistering means the skin has been damaged and needs time to heal.

For this reason, children with blistering sunburns should avoid swimming pools until the skin has fully healed. Pool water can irritate the burn, increase pain, and raise the risk of infection, especially if blisters open.

To support healing:
• Keep the area clean and dry
• Avoid sun exposure and cover with loose clothing
• Do not pop blisters
• Use cool compresses or aloe for comfort
• Encourage plenty of fluids

Most importantly, allow time for the skin to heal before returning to the pool or outdoor activities.

If you have concerns about the severity of a sunburn or signs of infection, contact a healthcare provider for guidance.

06/17/2026

🩹 Wound Healing Awareness Month 🩹

Wound Healing Awareness Month is a reminder that wounds should never be ignored. What may seem like a small cut or sore can become serious if it doesn’t heal properly or is left untreated.

Wounds can develop from injuries, surgery, pressure, or underlying conditions such as diabetes or poor circulation. Warning signs that a wound may not be healing correctly include increasing redness, swelling, pain, drainage, odor, fever, or no visible improvement over time.

Early evaluation and treatment are key to preventing complications and supporting better healing outcomes. This is especially important for older adults and individuals with chronic health conditions.

At Harper County Community Hospital, we are proud to support wound healing awareness by offering treatment for minor wounds by referral, helping patients receive timely, coordinated care close to home.

If you or a loved one has a wound that is not healing as expected, don’t wait—reach out to a healthcare provider for evaluation. Early care can make all the difference.

06/17/2026

Career opportunities at HCCH!
https://www.hcchospital.com/careers

06/16/2026

Click the link to see who the staff of HCCH voted for employee spotlight

https://www.hcchospital.com/coming-soon

06/15/2026

🌞 Skin Cancer Awareness: Know What to Look For 🌞

Your skin can give you important warning signs. Knowing what to watch for can help catch skin cancer early—when it’s most treatable.

🔍 Check your skin for:
• New spots or growths that appear suddenly
• Moles that change in size, shape, or color
• Uneven or irregular borders
• Multiple colors in one spot (brown, black, red, or blue)
• Spots that itch, bleed, crust, or won’t heal
• Larger moles (about the size of a pencil eraser or bigger)

If something looks different or doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts and get it checked. Early detection saves lives. 💙