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Ringling, MT · Health
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State moves forward, plans meeting to discuss siting Laurel psychiatric facility
As Laurel citizens continue to fight against a proposed state psychiatric facility and their own town leaders, officials from the state on Tuesday night announced the formal beginning of the process that could eventually lead to the creation of a 32-bed facility on 114 acres just beyond the city’s limits. A group of well-organized citizens, […]
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Laurel city council votes down annexation pause, forensic hospital plans continue
LAUREL, Mont. — Plans for a new state mental hospital in Laurel are moving forward after city council voted down a measure that would have temporarily halted annexation of property. The decision came Thursday night following an emergency meeting that stretched for hours. If you live in Laurel, there's...
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DEQ takes comment on CHS Laurel project to improve refinery's water treatment process
The Montana Department of Environmental Quality is seeking public comment on an air quality permit for CHS’ Laurel petroleum refinery for the construction of four tanks and a new unit. The project is meant to improve the facility’s water treatment process. The development, situated roughly 520 feet from...
Daily Montanan
Before they were against it, Laurel leaders expressed support for psychiatric hospital
Before at least one state legislator was against a state psychiatric facility in Laurel, he was for it. And despite accusations of the community of backroom deals and discussions by Laurel’s city leaders, a meeting in October showed that many of the details residents have alleged have been kept out of the public view were […]
Daily Montanan
Everyone agrees Montana needs more state psychiatric beds, no one in Laurel wants them there
LAUREL — To understand the controversy surrounding locating a psychiatric hospital in Laurel, city officials have heard hours and hours of testimony objecting to the concept — even though nothing formal has been proposed and it’s nearly impossible to find a single public official willing to offer opinions on the record. Part of that is […]
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Plans moving ahead for new forensic mental health facility in Laurel
LAUREL, Mont. — Montana's Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) is progressing with plans to build a new forensic mental health facility in Laurel. The proposed 32-bed hospital is intended to address the state's limited forensic mental health resources. Currently, Montana's only forensic mental health facility is...
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Study Finds Rural Trauma Patients Face Longer Transport Times but Mortality Linked to Clinical Indicators
A recent investigation conducted by researchers at Billings Clinic examined the timelines and outcomes of trauma patients in rural areas, focusing on those transported directly from the scene versus those transferred between facilities. The study revealed that patients requiring inter-facility transfers experienced significantly longer times to reach a tertiary care center compared to those transported directly. However, adjusted mortality rates were found to correlate more closely with factors such as Injury Severity Score (ISS), age, hospital length of stay, and shock index rather than whether or not the patient was transferred.
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Indian Health sessions in Billings
The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) is conducting in-person listening sessions across the country to better understand and address the health care needs of Native communities. A.C. Locklear, CEO of the NIHB, shared details about these sessions during a recent visit to Montana.
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Indian Health sessions in Billings
The National Indian Health Board (NIHB) is conducting in-person listening sessions across the country to better understand and address the health care needs of Native communities. A.C. Locklear, CEO of the NIHB, shared details about these sessions during a recent visit to Montana.
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Public health opens new clinic for the homeless in Billings
The Yellowstone County regional public health clinic cut the ribbon Friday at the Montana Rescue Mission. The Healthcare for the Homeless program through RiverStone Health offers both primary care and mental health care to people experiencing housing instability. Community Partnerships Program Manager Nicole Gilbert said RiverStone is able to offer...
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Flex Family Health breaks ground on new Billings clinic
BILLINGS, Mont. – Flex Family Health has started construction on a new clinic, aiming to enhance healthcare access while maintaining a personal touch. Shovels hit the dirt on Gabel Road as clinic leaders and community members gathered to celebrate the groundbreaking. The new facility promises more space to serve...
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New clinic in Billings boosts healthcare access for homeless community
BILLINGS, Mont. – A new clinic has opened its doors in Billings, aiming to provide much-needed healthcare access to the city's homeless population. Housed inside the Montana Rescue Mission on the cities South Side, the clinic is a collaborative effort between Riverstone Health, the Montana Rescue Mission and the Billings Leadership Foundation.
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Local resources in Billings offer help as Medicare changes strain seniors across the state
BILLINGS, Mont. — Changes to Medicare taking effect on January 1 are already causing concern among seniors and advocates across Montana. Rising premiums and reimbursement cuts are expected to create challenges, especially for those on fixed incomes and in rural communities. At Allies in Aging in Billings, advocates are...