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Oh bugger, this flu season is a doozie

January 17, 2013 in Alexandria Echo Press

Happy birthday, no flu. Happy birthday, no flu. The two things you need to do this flu season to keep yourself protected are: get a flu shot and wash your hands. Continue Reading

The birth of a trend? C-sections rise 55 percent statewide

November 22, 2010 in Alexandria Echo Press

Is it fear of malpractice or is it becoming common practice? Is it medically necessary or a matter of convenience? Perhaps it’s just patient impatience? Continue Reading

New hospital era dawns

October 12, 2010 in Alexandria Echo Press

“Wow, what a day! What a facility! And just wait until you get inside.”
Those words from Douglas County Hospital Administrator Bill Flaig minutes before a ribbon-cutting ceremony opened Sunday’s celebration of the hospital’s $31 million expansion. Continue Reading

The hospital expands: DCH to showcase $31 million addition

October 7, 2010 in Alexandria Echo Press

A multi-million dollar project that began in 2008 has come to fruition and the people of Douglas County and beyond will reap in its benefits. Continue Reading