Northern Cochise Community Hospital

06/01/2026

PTSD Awareness Month
June is PTSD Awareness Month. Many older adults are living with the lasting effects of trauma, often quietly. With the right support, healing is possible at any age.
Northern Cochise Community Hospital's Senior Life Solutions offers compassionate, outpatient group therapy designed to help older adults feel understood, supported, and connected. If you or someone you love needs support, we are here to help.
📞 Call 520-766-6479 or visit https://www.ncch.com/ to learn more.

05/26/2026

🚑 Honoring Our EMS Teams -EMS Week (May 17 - 23, 2026) and Every Day 🚑

Each year, EMS Week gives us a special opportunity to recognize the incredible Emergency Medical Services professionals who serve on the front lines of our communities. Established in 1974, EMS Week shines a spotlight on the vital role these dedicated individuals play in saving lives and providing compassionate care when it matters most.

At Northern Cochise Community Hospital, we are proud to partner with the EMS teams who respond day and night—often in challenging and unpredictable situations—to care for our friends, families, and neighbors. From emergency calls to critical transports, your skill, courage, and commitment make an immeasurable difference in the health and safety of our community.
While EMS Week allows us to celebrate you in a special way, our appreciation extends far beyond just one week. Every single day, we are grateful for your service, your partnership, and the compassion you bring to every patient you serve.

💙 Thank you for being there when it matters most.
💙 Thank you for your dedication to rural healthcare and the communities we serve.

Please join us in recognizing and thanking our local EMS professionals every day!

05/26/2026

CHANGE OF LOCATION
Give blood. Get rewarded. ❤️🩸 Fewer than 40 spots remain—sign up for the HOSA Blood Drive and score a $15 eGift card + a chance to win $7,500!

Here is our direct link to the online appointment portal - https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=HOSA

05/18/2026

We are honored that he is part of our team! Congratulations Dr. Bob! Way to lead by example! ❤️🎉

Lifestyle Award Winner for the 2026 Southern Arizona Heart Walk: Robert Clegg, PhD

This recognition honors an individual whose lifestyle changes have led to meaningful improvements in their heart health. Their commitment creates a powerful ripple effect by inspiring healthier choices for themselves, their families, and their community

Robert (Bob) Clegg, PhD, serves as the Rural Executive Director of Operations and Quality for Benson Hospital and Northern Cochise Community Hospital, with a deep commitment to improving care and access in rural communities. Bob’s heart attack began with what he thought was heartburn, but as the pain worsened and radiated through his neck, back, and left arm, he knew something was wrong. His wife rushed him to Benson Hospital, where he received lifesaving treatment before being transferred to Tucson for advanced cardiac care.

Since his heart attack, Bob has taken a proactive approach to his health, working closely with his care team, improving his diet, increasing physical activity, and managing stress. He has lost nearly 45 pounds and significantly improved key health measures. Now working at the hospital that saved his life, Bob leads with purpose and is honored to walk as a heart attack survivor at the 2026 Southern Arizona Heart Walk on April 18. His message is simple: take care of your heart, it’s the only one you have.

05/17/2026

Thank you to all who came by to see us at WAMM-Fest. We enjoyed getting to spend time with you all. Check out some of the awesome art that was made at our booth! We also enjoyed listening to all the live bands!

05/16/2026

Come on over and join us! This is TODAY!!!!

TOMORROW WAMM is back! May 16th enjoy a day of art, music, and movies! From Noon to Night Railroad Park will once again be filled with free activities for the whole family put on by local businesses along with live music, food vendors, and at sundown, a free movie at the nearby Ant Hill Drive In Theater!

05/15/2026

Healing Happens Here at Northern Cochise Community Hospital! We wrapped up Hospital week celebration today with a delicious lunch from La Unica, snacks, the prize wheel, and a raffle filled with great items to honor our staff. Thank you to all who have joined us and celebrated all the people who work hard to keep healing happening here. 💕

05/14/2026

Day 4 HOSPITAL WEEK - What is on the lunch menu? It's another fantastic meal by our Chef Isaiah. BBQ or marinated chicken cooked on the grill! And some tasty salads on the side. All delicious as usual! 🥗🍗🌞

Really nice to see so many of our colleagues enjoying themself and taking a break from their every-day work routine. You know what they say about "relaxation."

1. Improves Focus and Mental Clarity 🧠
Continuous work without breaks leads to mental fatigue, reduced problem-solving ability, and slower decision-making. A lunch break acts as a mental reset, helping you return to tasks with clearer thinking and sharper focus.

2. Reduces Stress and Prevents Burnout 🔥
Stepping away from work allows your brain to process information, lower stress hormones, and release endorphins, which improve mood and emotional resilience Reality Pathing+1. This helps prevent the chronic stress and exhaustion that can lead to burnout.

3. Boosts Creativity 💫
Disengaging from work tasks can spark new ideas. Activities like walking, stretching, or chatting with colleagues can trigger creative breakthroughs.

4. Enhances Physical Health💪
Eating mindfully during lunch supports digestion and helps you avoid unhealthy snacking. It also reduces eye strain, muscle tension, and fatigue from prolonged sitting.

Have a wonderful day! And thank you, to Chef Isaiah and his team for all of their hard work! 🤩🥳

05/14/2026

Northern Cochise Community Hospital Conducts State-Mandated Emergency Exercise 🚑🔥
Northern Cochise Community Hospital carried out a comprehensive emergency preparedness exercise this morning, fulfilling one of the State of Arizona’s annual requirements for hospital disaster readiness ✅

Arizona mandates that hospitals conduct emergency drills on every shift at least once every 12 months, ensuring that staff across all departments remain prepared for a wide range of potential emergencies 📋⏱️ This morning’s exercise simulated a complex and high-risk scenario involving a kitchen fire, a gas explosion, and the evacuation of patients 🔥💥🏥

Hospital staff participated in the coordinated drill, testing response times, communication protocols, and patient safety procedures in a fast-moving emergency environment 🚨👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Officials note that these scenarios are continuously updated and varied to reflect real-world risks and evolving best practices.

The exercise also drew attention from local media. Mia Longoria of The Cochise County Voice and Hector Acuna, freelancing for the Eastern Arizona Courier, were on site to observe and report 🎥📰 Their coverage helps residents better understand how local hospitals prepare to protect the community.

State-required emergency exercises are designed to simulate real disasters, helping hospital teams identify gaps, strengthen coordination, and refine response strategies. Ultimately, these drills play a vital role in reducing risk and improving outcomes during actual emergencies 📊✅

Northern Cochise Community Hospital remains committed to ongoing training and preparedness to ensure the safety of both patients and staff in any situation ❤️

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05/14/2026

Congratulations, Willcox Cowgirls! ❤️