Tick Bites: What to Know, How to Prevent Them, and When to See a Doctor
July 6, 2026
By Dr. Brian Kevin Knowles, DO Medical Director of the Rural Health Clinics | Pershing Health System Tick season is in full swing across Missouri, and at Community Medical Associates, we want to help you and your loved ones stay safe while enjoying the outdoors. While most tick bites do not lead to illness, some ticks can carry diseases that may become serious if left untreated. Knowing how…Read more...
When ‘I’m Fine’ Isn’t Really Fine: Mental Health Awareness
May 7, 2026
By Megan Tschannen, Psychiatric & Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Community Medical Associates We tend to treat mental health a little differently than physical health. If something is wrong with our body—high blood pressure, pain, diabetes—we usually don’t wait too long to get it checked out. But when it comes to anxiety, burnout, or depression, a lot of people try to push through it. We tell ourselves to “tough…Read more...
Occupational Therapy Month: When the Body Heals but the Brain Needs Time: How Occupational Therapy Supports Cognitive Recovery
April 22, 2026
By Kate Gaudet, PHS Occupational Therapist When most people think of therapy after an illness or injury, they often picture exercises to rebuild strength or improve movement. While that is certainly an important part of recovery, occupational therapy goes far beyond the physical. It plays a vital role in helping patients rebuild cognitive skills, regain independence, and return to the routines that make up everyday life. At Pershing…Read more...
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Early Detection Saves Lives
March 27, 2026
By Joni Solomon, Outpatient Clinic Supervisor Each year, nearly 53,000 people in the United States lose their lives to colorectal cancer—making it one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths among both men and women. But many of these deaths are preventable. As the Outpatient Clinic Supervisor at Pershing Health System, I see firsthand how early detection can make a difference. At Pershing Health System, we are committed…Read more...
Medical Imaging and Radiation: Closer to Everyday Life Than You Think
November 10, 2025
Medical Imaging and Radiation: Closer to Everyday Life Than You Think By Brooklyn Murrell, Radiology Director – Pershing Health System When you hear the word radiation, it’s natural to feel a little uncertain — especially when it relates to medical imaging like X-rays or CT scans. But did you know that the radiation used in most imaging exams is often similar to what we’re already exposed to just…Read more...
The Role of Housekeeping in Patient Safety
October 13, 2025
The Role of Housekeeping in Patient Safety By Matt Schmidhuber, Housekeeping Supervisor at Pershing Health System When most people think of housekeeping, they picture mopping floors, emptying trash cans, and dusting surfaces. But in a hospital, housekeeping is much more than that—it’s about patient safety, infection prevention, and creating a clean, welcoming environment where healing can take place. At Pershing Health System, our housekeeping team is proud to…Read more...
