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The Ozarks Healthcare Foundation is excited to announce the return of its highly anticipated “Blue Jean Ball” on Saturday, Oct. 5, at Silver Springs Ranch. This year’s event promises to be a night to remember, filled with music, live and silent auctions, unique vendors, and opportunities to make a difference in our community.

Ozarks Healthcare is pleased to announce the addition of Sandra Wade to its team of 15 retail pharmacists at the Ozarks Healthcare Pharmacy in Gainesville. Wade brings a wealth of experience and a deep connection to the community, having grown up in Gainesville.

The Ozarks Healthcare Behavioral Health Center (BHC) is excited to announce the launch of a new stress management group specifically for West Plains High School students. This group aims to provide a safe and supportive space for students to discuss stress, explore how it feels, and learn practical strategies for managing it.

Ozarks Healthcare continues its commitment to community health by extending the services of its Mobile Mammography Unit throughout September 2024. As the month begins, Ozarks Healthcare underscores the critical importance of proactive health measures, particularly in the early detection of breast cancer.

Ozarks Healthcare is proud to announce the successful completion of its latest Nurse Residency Program, welcoming seven newly graduated registered nurses (RNs) to the Ozarks Healthcare team. These dedicated individuals have undergone an intensive eight-week training program, designed to provide them with the essential skills, knowledge, and experience necessary to excel in their nursing careers.

Just in time for the back-to-school season, Ozarks Healthcare Mountain View has announced a change in hours to better accommodate the community's needs. Starting immediately, the clinic will be open from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., providing extended access to comprehensive health services. Reese Marriott, family nurse practitioner at Ozarks Healthcare Mountain View, will now be available to see patients earlier, ensuring families can receive the care they need at convenient times.

Ozarks Healthcare is proud to announce that Heather West, registered nurse (RN), from Ozarks Healthcare’s Obstetrics (OB) Department, has been honored with the prestigious DAISY (Diseases Attacking the Immune System) Award. This award, presented by the not-for-profit DAISY Foundation, recognizes nurses for their exceptional care, compassion, and clinical excellence.

Glennette Haney, board-certified family nurse practitioner at Ozarks Healthcare in Alton, will conduct free athletic physicals for student athletes entering grades 7 through 12 in the 2024 - 2025 school year.