(Yoakum, TX, Jan. 7, 2026) – Yoakum Community Hospital has been surveyed by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ) and has successfully met the requirements for Hospital Accreditation by demonstrating compliance with CIHQ…
The Victoria Advocate covered a joint effort between Yoakum Community Hospital at DeTar Healthcare System to enhance emergency response for patients in this area with severe heart attacks. On September
The Texas Hospital Association recently named Tiffany Miller Hintze, DBA, MHA, CEO of Yoakum Community Hospital, as one of its “Women to Know in Texas Hospitals, Health Care and Public
A recent Victoria Advocate article highlights Yoakum Community Hospital’s impressive achievement in being named among the Top 100 Rural Critical Access Hospitals in the United States. The recognition comes from the
A recent article from Texas A&M Health’s Vital Record spotlights how Yoakum Community Hospital is working with the university’s Rural Health team to strengthen access to care in rural South
Guidelines for Healthy Winter Skin Taking preventive precautions to combat the damaging effects of harsh winter weather will keep your skin soft, supple and moist until warmer weather arrives. Moisture-robbing...
When you turn 65, you have health care choices: Traditional Medicare or Medicare Advantage? Having the freedom to choose the health care coverage that works best for you only works...
Living Short on Sleep Could Shorten Your Life There are studies and statistics indicating too little sleep can produce health issues known to shorten our lifespans. The body of research...
Yoakum Family Practice along with Yoakum Community Hospital had the wonderful opportunity to participate in the Teachers Trade Show for Yoakum ISD. We were most excited to showcase our clinic...
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Yoakum Community Hospital is proud to help raise community awareness of the valuable vaccines that help to provide protection from serious diseases, including COVID-19,...
Your ankles are the busy joints between your feet and legs that are largely responsible for your mobility. Ankles help provide your body’s stability and support, and when injured, they...
Maintaining Brain Health Can Be Fun When someone has dementia, they may have trouble with memory, thinking, reasoning, or even language. Losing these skills can make it difficult for people...
Benefits of Drinking Water Water plays a vital role in our overall well-being. From maintaining bodily functions to enhancing cognitive performance, the benefits of drinking water are plentiful. There are...
Crystal Harris was honored as the local 2024 recipient of the Dan Wilford Award for Compassion & Community Service. She was chosen for this award for exhibiting the following criteria...
For everything there is a season, including allergies! They may be impossible to stop, but there are some steps you can take to minimize the impact to those who suffer....
The Chartis Center for Rural Health released its annual list of the top 100 critical access hospitals in the U.S on Feb. 15. To determine the 2024 list, Chartis used the...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. You may be able to reduce your risk for breast cancer by taking care of your health. Check out this resource to learn more:...
Did you know that engaging activities can help keep our minds active and healthy! ???? ???? From puzzles and games to mindfulness practices, these brain exercises can contribute to your...
Background All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are motorized vehicles with over-sized, low-pressure tires, designed for uneven surfaces and off-highway work and recreation. ATV models can weigh up to 600 pounds1 and reach speeds...
If you’re a farmer or a rancher, you know you’re working in a risky occupation. Not only are the hot months when you’re working long days the most dangerous time...
With March coming to an end, we want to take this opportunity to recognize our Social Workers Sloane, Sara and Chrissy as a part of our New Horizons team. We...
On behalf of Yoakum Community Hospital and the RISE committee, we present Beatrice Cuellar (Bistro) with the Caring Heart Award. The caring heart award is an on-the-spot recognition to thank...
On behalf of Yoakum Community Hospital and the RISE committee, we present Martha Rainosek with the Caring Heart Award. The caring heart award is an on-the-spot recognition to thank...
Stroke Signs and Symptoms https://www.cdc.gov/stroke/signs_symptoms.htm Prevent Stroke: What You Can Do https://www.cdc.gov/stroke/prevention.htm Stroke statistics In 2020, 1 in 6 deaths from cardiovascular disease was due to stroke.1…
HEALTH ADVISORY_ Multi-Colored or Rainbow Fentanyl _ Texas DSHS Colorful versions of fentanyl (“multi-colored” or “rainbow” fentanyl) have recently appeared in the illicit drug market. Law enforcement agencies, including...
Yoakum Family Practice is excited to now offer extended evening hours. Jared Nielson, FNP-C, who joined our medical staff as a Nurse Practitioner in August is accepting new patients and...