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Kermit, TX · Health
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MCH Dr. Stephanie Kubacak honored in Remarkable Women spotlight
Editor’s note: To watch the full remarkable women spotlight of Dr. Stephanie Kubacak, view the video player attached above this article. ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- For Dr. Stephanie A. Kubacak, the calling to become a doctor began in a hospital waiting room. As a child, she watched close family members go through repeated hospital stays and […]
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Odessa’s MCH to host monthly grief support group for pregnancy and infant loss
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – Medical Center Hospital is launching a grief support group for families experiencing pregnancy, infant, and perinatal loss. According to a news release, the monthly support group, called Healing Hearts, will be held on the fourth floor of the MCH Center for Women & Infants on the hospital campus. The first session […]
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Nest Pediatrics in Midland offers a new way to pay for direct care
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- A new pediatric clinic opened in Midland earlier this year, and it’s looking to offer direct and quick service to families. “What I saw was this practice kind of an opportunity to do something completely different for the area, this is, it’s called direct primary care,” said Dr. Coby Robbins, who is […]
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Odessa Hospital provides Ash Wednesday services
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – In honor of Ash Wednesday, Medical Center Health in Odessa offered special services for staff members, patients, and family members. The religious day is celebrated by marking the beginning of Lent, 40 days of prayer, fasting, and reflection. Pastor Doug Herget understands the limited availability that some in the community may […]
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Midland Hospital diverts trauma surgeries over sterilization issues
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- Midland Memorial Hospital has been diverting all trauma surgeries since Monday afternoon because of sterilization issues. So, MMH is sending people to hospitals across the area. “On Saturday morning, we had a pipe that burst in our central utility plant, and it flooded a control panel that controls our boilers, which provide […]
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Sterilization Equipment Failure Forces Ambulance Diversions at TX Hospital
Currently, Midland Memorial Hospital remains on diversion of all trauma surgeries. Crews are working diligently to repair the hospital’s sterilization equipment. An alternative sterilization process is being developed. Updates will be provided as additional information is available. Effective immediately, Midland Memorial Hospital (MMH) is on temporary diversion of all...
One Green Planet
Oil Pollution Leaves Texas Water at Risk as Cleanup Costs Fall on the Public
Oil pollution in West Texas shows how water cleanup costs fall on the public while communities face long term environmental and health risks. The post Oil Pollution Leaves Texas Water at Risk as Cleanup Costs Fall on the Public appeared first on One Green Planet.
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NICU survivor now saves lives at Medical Center Hospital
ODESSA, Texas (KMID/KPEJ) – 35 years ago, at Medical Center Hospital, Gaston Valdez was born at 24 weeks. He weighed one pound and 13 ounces. He was a fragile baby needing intensive care, and he stayed in the NICU for about four months. Now it is a full-circle moment for him as he helps families […]
KLST/KSAN
Shannon enters agreement to acquire, renovate Big Spring medical center
SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — Shannon Medical Center has announced that it has entered into an asset purchase agreement to acquire all of the assets of a Big Spring-based medical center. In a release issued on Jan. 9, Shannon Medical Center stated that the agreement is to acquire all assets of Scenic Mountain […]
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Measles Outbreak Claims Lives in West Texas as Seminole's Mennonite Community Upholds Vaccine Resistance
In the aftermath of a historic measles outbreak in West Texas, which saw the infection spread across state and international borders, claiming two children's lives, and infecting over 762 Texans, the local Mennonite community remains resolute in their views on vaccinations. Despite waves of vehement scrutiny and pressure from health authorities, the resistance to vaccinations in Seminole's Mennonite community persists. Anita Froese, who watched her own children suffer through the disease without seeking conventional medical help, continues to rely on natural immunity over vaccinations.
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Midland and Odessa hospitals welcome first babies of 2026
WEST, Texas — Two hospitals welcomed the first babies of 2026, bringing joy to families in Midland and Odessa. In Odessa, Baby Brielle Acosta was born just after midnight at 12:16 a.m. at Medical Center Hospital. She weighed 6 pounds, 8 ounces. Her parents are Krystal Madrid and Bryan Acosta, and the delivery was performed by Dr. Pillarisetty. Children’s Miracle Network at Medical Center Health System provided gifts for the family.