May 23, 2013

DCMH announces new program to treat lymphedema

Lymphedema is a side effect of some cancer surgeries and treatments and can create significant swelling, discomfort and disability. "The lymphatic system transports and filters vital fluids and allows immune cells to travel throughout the body," said Staci Ochoa, physical therapist and certified lymphedema therapist at Delta County Memorial Hospital.

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10-year employee

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Rob Bradshaw was recently recognized by hospital administrator John Mitchell and department head Rachel Oberheu on 10 years of service at DCMH.

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Delta Timber sees benefit from its local partnership

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Sawdust produced daily by the multi-semi load is one of the salable by-products of Delta Timber’s mill on Hwy. 92, said Eric Sorenson, managing partner of the business, during DCED’s annual meeting on April 12.
A partnership between Delta Timber and Delta County Economic Development (DCED) may help lead to new commercial products and markets along with some operational efficiencies for the local forest products company.

Delta Timber's managing partner Eric Sorenson said that a DCED-assisted grant and feasibility study have identified economic potential in a by-product of his aspen processing mill.

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Delta High students explore health careers

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DHS students visit the radiology department at Delta County Memorial Hospital.
Twenty-one students from Delta High School attended a Health Careers Expo at Delta County Memorial Hospital on April 5 to learn about career opportunities in various health fields.

Representatives from the Delta County Memorial Hospital pharmacy, obstetrics and radiology departments, along with a paramedic with the Delta County Ambulance District and staff from the Delta County Health Department's WIC program, environmental health program and immunization program discussed work in their respective fields.

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Acting forest supervisor named

The Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forests have a new acting deputy forest supervisor on board for the next few months. Bernie Bornong comes to the forests from the Bighorn National Forest in Wyoming.

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