Ozone: Good or Bad? Ozone (O3) in the atmosphere shields everything on the Earth's surface from the sun's harmful UV rays. But ozone can also form on the planet's surface and cause a variety of health problems including chest pain, coughing, and a sore throat. Ground-level or "bad" ozone is created by chemical reactions between oxides of nitrogen and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the ... Read More ->
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Saving Lives on the Slopes: The 2018 Mountain Medicine Symposium
Animas Surgical Hospital's Emergency Department Director, Dr. John (Jay) Mathers co-organized the 2018 Mountain Medicine Symposium in Silverton, CO. The event brings world leaders in avalanche recovery and medical rescuers to the region. Dr. Mathers shares his experience and how his background in mountain medicine and rescue have made him a stronger ER physician. Special thank you to the ... Read More ->
Medical Outreach in Guatemala: A Surgeon’s Firsthand Account
In the spring of 2018, one of our partnering physicians, Dr. Nicole Pinkerton, participated in a medical outreach trip to Guatemala. Dr. Pinkerton is a gynecologist at Specialists in Women's Care and operates at Animas Surgical Hospital. The following article is her own first-hand account of the trip. Guatemala is hard to describe in a few words. There is poverty, crime and corruption. ... Read More ->
Wildfire Smoke & Your Health
As the 416 and Burro Fires continue to burn, Durango and surrounding areas have been covered in a thick layer of smoke. Wildfire smoke is a complex mix of gases and fine particles produced when wood and other organic materials burn. These microscopic particles can penetrate deep into your lungs. They can cause a range of health problems, from burning eyes and a runny nose to aggravated chronic ... Read More ->
Free Health Lecture: Hand and Wrist Injuries
Learn how to prevent and treat hand and wrist injuries with a free seminar in July. Wednesday, July 25 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Durango Recreation Center 2700 Main Ave. Durango, CO 81301 Topics discussed will include carpal tunnel syndrome, complex nerve and tendon injuries and arthritis, as well as their surgical and non-surgical treatments. Those with hand or wrist pain are encouraged to ... Read More ->