By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

Winter is fast approaching, although there are signs in some ways it is already here. The ground and many river sources are frozen. Trees are bare, with the exception of evergreens, and plants have died back.

Nights are cold, although the days have still been moderate compared to what Wyoming has in store for residents of Carbon County in the months to come.

By Dana Davis

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

As the year draws to a close, millions of Americans face fast-approaching deadlines to secure health insurance coverage for 2025. Understanding key insurance terms, especially for Medicare, is essential for making informed decisions about health care options.

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

. “Rural health care is really important because obviously the work rural is involved, especially here in Medicine Bow, we are considered sub-rural,” Casey Winter, office manager of the Medicine Bow Clinic said. “Having good medical care for the rural community is really important.”

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

Kristen Dirck, the  Respiratory Therapist Supervisor at Memorial Hospital of Carbon County (MHCC) wants to help people sleep. 

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

“For cancer awareness, we are bringing something new to the community this year,” Stephanie Hinkle, Director of Strategic Operations, Foundation Director of Memorial Hospital of Carbon County (MHCC) said. “It is called Mammos and Mimosas and is scheduled for October 19 at the Depot Station in Rawlins.”

She said it would start at 10 a.m. and go until 12 p.m.

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

The Memorial Hospital of Carbon County (MHCC) had a bit of good luck according to Stephanie Hinkle, Director of Strategic Operations, Foundation Executive Director of MHCC, when Kristel Lessard inquired if there were any internal medicine positions available.

“This just doesn’t happen,” Hinkle said. “It is like a gift.”

Where did this gift come from?

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North Platte Valley Medical Center

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Wyoming Academy of Dermatology

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

The Medicine Bow Clinic celebrated on May 3 to unveil the new metal sign created by local resident Tim Heward. There were refreshments for the ceremony and although the wind was blowing strongly, it did not deter the sign’s presentation by the clinic’s board and staff.

By Mike Armstrong

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

Margaret Fontana is the newest addition to the team at Memorial Hospital of Carbon County (MHCC), stepping into the crucial role of Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

By Dana Davis

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

Residents of Hanna, Saratoga, and Encampment have an opportunity to prioritize their health and well-being as Wyoming Health Fairs (WHF) announces the availability of low-cost wellness screenings in these communities.

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North Platte Valley Medical Center

A new visiting provider will soon be seeing patients on a monthly basis at the North Platte Valley Medical Center. Dr. Oleg Ivanov, M.D., F.A.C.C., a cardiology specialist from Wyoming Cardiopulmonary Services, PC in Casper, will join our roster of visiting specialists at NPVMC in Saratoga beginning April 9th.

By Dana Davis

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

The Platte Valley Kiwanis is set to host a blood drive in collaboration with Vitalant, a leading nonprofit blood and biotherapies healthcare organization, on March 19, 2024. The event will take place from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Assembly of God Church located at 111 North 7th.

By Dana Davis    

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

By Mike Armstrong    

Reporter, Carbon County Comet

A new medical professional has come to Memorial Hospital of Carbon County (MHCC) who specializes in wound care.

Sophie Baxter has extensive experience in this field of medicine although she said when she was younger, her goal was to be a veterinarian. After she worked in an animal rescue, Baxter had her heart broken too many times to make it a career.