Subject: June eNews: PTSD Awareness, Men's Health, and More!

PTSD Awareness Month: Understanding Trauma, Promoting Healing

June is PTSD Awareness Month, a time to highlight the realities of trauma and the potential for healing. At Spencer Hospital and Clay County Behavioral Health LINC, we are dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health. We want our community to know that healing is possible and that no one has to go through it alone.

This message is particularly significant as we reflect on the one-year anniversary of last year's devastating flooding in northwest Iowa. Trauma can manifest in different ways, but its effects are very real, and support is available. We encourage you to start by having a conversation with your primary care provider, who can guide you on your healing journey.

To learn more about PTSD, local resources, and the importance of reaching out for help, read our latest blog by clicking the link below.

PTSD Awareness Blog

Specialized Hand Therapy Services Close to Home

At Spencer Hospital, we're proud to offer specialized hand therapy services through our Rehabilitative Services Department. Hand therapy is an essential part of recovery for individuals facing upper extremity injuries or conditions. Karin Hogge, an Occupational Therapist and Certified Hand Therapist on our team, shares her insight on the value of this unique form of care.

Hand Therapy Blog

Taking Charge of Men's Health: Prevention, Screenings & Support

Men, your health matters - don’t wait to take charge of it! This Men’s Health Month, Clay County Public Health and Spencer Hospital encourage you to prioritize routine checkups, cancer screenings, healthy habits, and mental well-being. Early detection and preventive care can make a big difference in living a longer, healthier life.

Local resources, including advanced cancer care and mental health support, are available right here in our community. Take that first step, your future self will thank you.

Men's Health Blog

Spencer Hospital Ambulance Team Receives Team GEM Award

As we reach the one-year anniversary of last June’s devastating flood, we are proud to recognize our Spencer Hospital Ambulance Team with the Team GEM (Going the Extra Mile) Award. This honor celebrates their extraordinary service and selflessness during the crisis.

On June 22, 2024, while floodwaters rapidly overtook the community, our EMS team acted swiftly—strategically positioning units on both sides of the river, working nonstop for 72 hours, and providing lifesaving care under unimaginable conditions. Despite personal loss and exhaustion, their courage, compassion, and coordination never faltered.

Their actions exemplified the true spirit of EMS and we thank them for their unwavering dedication to our hospital and our community.

To read the full story, please follow the link below.

Ambulance Team GEM Award

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Subject: June eNews: PTSD Awareness, Men's Health, and More!

PTSD Awareness Month: Understanding Trauma, Promoting Healing

Specialized Hand Therapy Services Close to Home

Taking Charge of Men's Health: Prevention, Screenings & Support

Spencer Hospital Ambulance Team Receives Team GEM Award