Reid Health

07/29/2026

Dr. Annuradha Bhandari and Rick Duncan talked about skin cancer on this morning’s "Healthy Conversations" on G101-3.

More than 5 million people are diagnosed with skin cancer each year, making it the most common cancer in the United States. When melanoma is caught early, the five-year survival rate is about 99%, but when it’s found after it has spread, the rate decreases to about 32%.

"Early detection is everything," Dr. Bhandari said.

Learn about the ABCDE warning signs of skin cancer, ways to protect yourself from harmful UV rays, and steps you can take to reduce your risk in the post below.

07/27/2026

Every blood donation is a chance to help someone in our community. Whether it's a neighbor undergoing cancer treatment, someone recovering from surgery, or a patient in need after an emergency, your donation can help up to three people.

Join us for our upcoming blood drive hosted by Versiti Blood Center of Dayton and help make sure blood is there when it's needed most.

📅 Tuesday, Aug. 4
⏰ 7:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
📍 Reid Health Lingle Grand Hall, 1100 Reid Parkway, Richmond

Current supplies of all Type O blood groups, as well as Type A negative and Type B negative blood, are below desired levels, but every donation makes a difference.

As a thank-you, donors will receive a Versiti water bottle while supplies last.

Can't make it on Aug. 4? You can also donate at one of these upcoming blood drives:
• Saturday, Aug. 1, 9 a.m.–noon, Reid Health Lingle Grand Hall
• Tuesday, Aug. 11, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Reid Health Connersville campus, 2500 Park Road

Schedule your appointment at https://donate.versitidayton.org, through the Donor Time app, or by calling (937) 461-3220.

07/23/2026

Set your child up for a healthy school year!

A back-to-school wellness visit helps ensure your child is ready for the year ahead. During the visit, your provider can:

✔️ Track growth and development
✔️ Review required vaccinations
✔️ Perform vision and hearing screenings
✔️ Update prescriptions or treatment plans
✔️ Answer questions about your child’s overall health and well-being

Schedule your child's wellness visit today through the MyReid patient portal.

If you're new to Reid Health, our Patient Referral Line will connect you with a
provider accepting new patients: https://www.reidhealth.org/new-patient

07/22/2026

🌼 Entrusting a loved one to someone else’s care can be difficult, especially when they need extra support to communicate their needs. For one mother, the compassion shown by her son’s nurse turned what could have been a stressful hospital stay into one filled with reassurance and dignity.

For her extraordinary care, Natasha Vance, RN, on our Observation Unit, has been named the DAISY Award recipient for July.

“Natasha’s ability to connect with him, even in moments that could have been challenging, did not go unnoticed,” the nominator wrote.

“It takes a truly special person to provide that level of attentive and empathetic care, and your dedication made a meaningful difference in both his experience and mine.”

Read more about July’s DAISY honoree: https://reidhealth.org/Healthy-Communities/Reid-Health-Blogs-News-and-Stories/News/Search/July-DAISY-Award-recipients-connection-compassionate-care-bring-reassurance-to-family

🌼 Help us celebrate Natasha by sharing your congratulations in the comments below!

07/22/2026

Start your Wednesday with Dr. Annuradha Bhandari on The Morning Show with Rick Duncan as she discusses timely health topics and shares practical tips to help you stay healthy.

Missed an episode? You can catch up anytime on G101-3's page.

Healthy Conversations
• Heat Stroke: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1At5QTtpgD/
• Healthcare Safety: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1CyveGGSJs/
• Brain Health: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19KSMey4a7/
• Headaches: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/18E2mLgJgt/

Be sure to tune in every Wednesday at 8:35 a.m. for a new Healthy Conversations segment with Dr. Bhandari and Rick Duncan.

07/22/2026

🎨 Calling all women artists in Fayette County and the Whitewater Valley region!

We're seeking original artwork for “Women, Healing & Home,” a special exhibition at the Stephen Joseph Holmes & Elizabeth Handley Holmes Art Gallery inside our new Reid Health Connersville campus.

We're looking for artwork that celebrates the strength, creativity, resilience, and perspectives of women in the Whitewater Valley. Inspired by healing, home, community, hope, and survivorship, selected works will create a welcoming, restorative environment for patients, families, visitors, and caregivers while showcasing the talent of women artists throughout our region.

Who can apply?
🖌️ Female artists from Fayette, Franklin, Union, and Wayne counties

Accepted media include:
• Watercolor
• Photography
• Oil or acrylic on canvas
• Mixed media
• Textile art
• Other two-dimensional works suitable for a healthcare environment

📅 Submission deadline: Aug. 10

Artists may submit up to five original pieces for consideration. Selected artists will be notified Aug. 28, and chosen works will be featured in the exhibition from October 2026 through January 2027, which coincides with the dedication of the Stephen Joseph Holmes & Elizabeth Handley Holmes Art Gallery and the Jan & Roxie Deer Mammography Suite.

Learn more about the exhibition, artwork criteria, installation requirements, or to submit artwork here: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/019f47406d2b77e38622a8dc7c43ae2d

07/21/2026

Don't miss Dr. Annuradha Bhandari and Rick Duncan tomorrow morning as they discuss the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Dr. Bhandari will explain the warning signs your body gives you when it's getting too hot, when it's time to move indoors to cool off, and the symptoms that mean you should seek emergency care.

Tune in to G1013 at 8:35 a.m.

How do you know when you've gotten too hot outside?? Find out tomorrow and learn the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke. More Healthy Conversations with Reid Health's Dr. Annuradha Bhandari and Rick Duncan tomorrow morning at 8:35a on the G101-3 Morning Show!

07/21/2026

A Richmond native who has spent her career in various roles with us is taking on a new one – our Vice President/Chief Quality Officer.

Stacia Robertson began at Reid in 2013 as a nurse in the Critical Care Unit. She’s since served in a variety of leadership roles, most recently as the Senior Director of Quality, Clinical Documentation Integrity, and Inpatient Physician Services.

“It means a lot to me to move into this role,” Stacia said. “It’s more than a title. All my family lives locally and obtains care at Reid Health. I want to ensure my family and all those in the community get the best care possible.”

Read more about Stacia at https://reidhealth.org/Healthy-Communities/Reid-Health-Blogs-News-and-Stories/News/Search/Reid-Health-adds-to-Administration-team-with-new-Chief-Quality-Officer and join us in congratulating her in the comments below!

07/17/2026

As you make your way through your child’s back-to-school checklist, don’t forget to schedule their sports physical.

If your kids are involved in any school sports and need a physical, we’ve got you covered.

Between now and Oct. 1, you can get a preparticipation physical for just $20.

To schedule an exam, reach out to your child’s primary care provider for an appointment. If you don’t have a primary care provider, don’t worry! We have providers who’re accepting new patients conveniently located near you. We also have several urgent care locations where you can go to have a physical.

Find out more at https://reidhealth.org/Medical-Services/Sports-Medicine/Sports-Medicine-Services-and-Specialties/Sports-physicals.

07/14/2026

People in rural communities live an average of three years fewer than their urban neighbors and have a 30% increased risk for stroke mortality, according to the American Heart Association.

We’re committed to changing that, and the American Heart Association has noticed.

For the sixth year in a row, we’ve earned American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines® achievement awards for demonstrating a commitment to following up-to-date, research-based guidelines for the treatment of stroke, helping save lives, support recovery, and reduce hospital readmissions.

“In stroke care, every minute matters — and for our rural patients, timely, guideline-based treatment can mean the difference between going home and never being the same. These awards reflect a team that treats that urgency as sacred,” said Neurologist Dr. Jordan Raynor, our Stroke Medical Director.

“We're bringing the same standard of stroke care found at major academic centers to the communities we serve, right here close to home.”

Read more at https://reidhealth.org/Healthy-Communities/Reid-Health-Blogs-News-and-Stories/News/Search/For-6th-straight-year-Reid-Health-nationally-recognized-for-commitment-to-excellence-in-stroke-care.