Pulaski Memorial Hospital continues to ease its visitor restrictions. Those under 18 may once again visit patients, as long as they’re with an adult.
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Pulaski County Seeing Few Breakthrough COVID Cases, Changes Planned for Testing, Vaccination Sites
The COVID-19 vaccine is proving to be effective in Pulaski County. Of the roughly 4,100 Pulaski County residents fully vaccinated, fewer than five of them subsequently tested positive, according to Nathan Origer with the county’s incident management team.
Continue readingPulaski Memorial Hospital Names Next CEO
Pulaski Memorial Hospital will soon be getting a new CEO. Tom Barry is retiring at the end of the year, according to a hospital press release. He’s served as the hospital’s chief executive since 2013.
Continue readingPulaski Memorial Hospital Eases Visitor Restrictions
Pulaski Memorial Hospital continues to ease its visitor restrictions. Medical/Surgical Wing and Maternity Ward inpatients may now have two visitors, 18 or older, at a time, according to a hospital press release.
Continue readingPulaski County Health Department Struggles to Secure COVID-19 Testing Site
Finding a place to put a COVID-19 testing site remains a challenge for Pulaski County. The county had been hosting an OptumServe testing site at the Star City Community Center but decided to move it to a county-owned building at the end of last month, to save on costs.
Continue readingFour County Counseling Center Reports Uptick in Usage during COVID-19 Pandemic
More Pulaski County residents are seeking help for mental health issues or substance use disorders through Four County Counseling Center. CEO Dr. Carrie Cadwell says Four County had 479 active consumers in Pulaski County as of March, the most it’s had at any one time.
Continue readingN.J.-S.P. Partners with Pulaski Memorial Hospital to Vaccinate Students at School
North Judson-San Pierre students will be able to get the COVID-19 vaccine at school. Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin says the school corporation is partnering with Pulaski Memorial Hospital to host a vaccine clinic.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski Gets New Athletic Trainer, Thanks to Partnership with Hospitals
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation recently got a new athletic trainer, thanks to a partnership involving Pulaski Memorial Hospital and Logansport Memorial Hospital.
Continue readingPulaski Memorial Hospital Updates Visitor Restrictions
Pulaski Memorial Hospital has updated its visitor restrictions. Visitors will be screened for fever and other COVID-19 symptoms, and they must be identified by the patient or the patient’s health representative. General visiting hours are 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Continue readingPulaski Memorial Hospital Continues with Vaccine Clinic Tuesday
Pulaski Memorial Hospital’s vaccine clinic is open today (Tuesday, February 16) for an extended hour to accommodate patients. The operating hours are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. ET.
Continue readingPulaski County Preparing for Vaccine Distribution
While a few of the Pulaski Memorial Hospital healthcare workers are getting their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine this week, officials from the Pulaski County Health Department are holding planning sessions for public distribution of the vaccine.
Continue readingPulaski Memorial Hospital Breaks Ground on Winamac Clinic Expansion
As health care providers deal with the COVID-19 pandemic, Pulaski Memorial Hospital is moving forward with expansion plans for its Medical and Surgical Group. Hospital officials broke ground Thursday on a 16,000-square-foot addition to the Winamac Clinic.
Continue readingLocal Health Care Facilities Helping to Supply Eastern Pulaski Schools with PPE
The Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation continues to get help from the local community, when it comes to keeping students safe during the pandemic. This month, it was local health care facilities that helped supply personal protective equipment.
Continue readingPulaski Memorial Hospital Named INspire Hospital of Distinction for Infant, Maternal Health
A local hospital has gotten some statewide recognition for its care for infants and moms. Pulaski Memorial Hospital was named an INspire Hospital of Distinction by the Indiana Hospital Association.
Continue readingUPDATE: WKVI Job Fair Canceled
UPDATE: The job fair that had been scheduled for Thursday has been canceled.
Those looking for a new job will be able to meet with multiple local employers tomorrow in Knox. WKVI is hosting a job fair from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. CDT at the Nancy J. Dembowski Community Center.
Continue readingPulaski Memorial Hospital Pledges $7,500 to Forward Thinking Leadership Initiative
Efforts to strengthen Pulaski County’s leadership continue to gather support. Pulaski Memorial Hospital recently chipped in $2,500 to the Community Foundation of Pulaski County’s Forward Thinking Leadership Initiative. It’s the first installment of a $7,500 pledge.
Continue readingPulaski County Health Officer, PMH Asks Community to Plan Holidays with Safe
Pulaski County Health Officer Dr. Rex Allman and officials from Pulaski Memorial Hospital ask that residents to plan upcoming holidays with social distancing in mind to help slow the spread of COVID-19.
Continue readingPolice, Coroner’s Office Investigating Death of Francesville Teen
The death of a Francesville teenager is under investigation. The Pulaski County Coroner’s Office says Shannon J. Bretzinger, 17, was pronounced dead at Pulaski Memorial Hospital Friday evening by Chief Deputy Coroner John Behny.
Continue readingPulaski Memorial Hospital Discontinues COVID-19 Hotline
Pulaski Memorial Hospital has ended its dedicated COVID-19 hotline. Those with coronavirus questions are now directed to call their primary care provider instead. Hospital officials say that those who may have COVID-19 symptoms or have come into contact with someone who’s tested positive can make an appointment with one of the hospital’s providers by calling 574-946-2194.
Continue readingPulaski County Reports Another Three Cases of COVID-19
Pulaski County is now up to four COVID-19 cases. The Pulaski County Health Department reported another three cases Thursday morning.
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