Have the long days of sunlight that stretch late into the evenings lulled you into a seasonal time warp? If so, you’re not alone. The warm summer days have a way of causing us to downshift into a leisure time that includes barbecues and picnics, trips to the lake or pool and a late-afternoon nap,…
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You’ve waited all year for the upcoming family vacation. With the kids out of school, it’s officially time to look forward to some together time with your loved ones. Whether you’re planning a staycation to discover activities in your hometown or have plans for a road trip or plane ride, the vacation is guaranteed to…
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It’s that time of year again. The days are growing longer, the sun is brighter and your friends and family members are emerging from their winter hibernation. While summer is a wonderful time, it is also one of the most dangerous to your skin. For this reason, it is extremely important to be mindful when…
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As Summit Medical Center prepares for its First Anniversary Health Summit Open House, CEO Dennis Jack spoke with K2 Radio host Brian Scott about the hospital’s first year in business, and what to expect at the open house. You can join the celebration at Summit Medical Center, 6350 East Second Street, Casper, on Saturday, May…
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Event Details WHO: Summit Medical Center WHAT: One-Year Anniversary Health Summit WHEN: Saturday, May 21, 2016 1 – 4 p.m. WHERE: Summit Medical Center, Main Lobby 6350 E. 2nd Street, Casper, Wyoming 82609 WHY: Summit Medical Center is proud to have officially served the residents of Casper and surrounding communities for one year. To…
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Everyone from the Honey Nut Cheerios bee to the actors playing a doctor on TV talk about the importance of heart health, but what does heart health actually mean? For many of us, the heart is a part of the body we often associate with extreme emotions of happiness, love or sorrow. Less often do…
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As we turn the calendar to a new year, it’s common to start the month of January with personal initiatives to improve our general health and well-being. For some this might include making a goal to finally kick an addictive smoking habit. For others, the New Year could include a plan for an improved diet…
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Tis the season for sharing, but unfortunately it’s also the season when many children share their cold and flu germs. So when should you take your sniffling kids to the doctor, and when is it ok to let their cold run its course? Dr. Dana Ideen of the Family Clinic spoke to K2 Radio’s Brian…
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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, colorectal cancer is the second leading cancer killer in the country. However, if everyone adhered to recommended screening tests, 60% of those deaths could be avoided. Board Certified Gastroenterologist Kent Katz, M.D., recently spoke to K2 Radio’s Brian Scott about colon cancer screening guidelines and the…
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Summit Medical Center has recently been accepted as an in-network provider for Blue Cross, allowing a broader patient population to take full advantage of the hospital’s specialty and primary care services. Since opening in April 2015, and while managing negotiations with select insurance carriers, Summit Medical Center has worked to be a viable out-of-network option,…
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