Acid reflux is a common condition that causes a burning pain, known as heartburn. It's a condition that if left untreated, can cause more serious problems.
There's a new program being implemented in SWOK that helps first responders get crucial emergency information for a victim who may be unable to communicate for themselves. It's called the "Yellow Dot" program.
Comanche County Memorial Hospital is celebrating the hospital's 6th year with its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.To help celebrate, they invited all the kids and their families who were in the unit to a reunion full of fun.
Lawton has the only active Nurse Honor Guard in the state. A CCMH nurse founded the group of local nurses who come together to perform a ceremony to honor a former nurse who has passed away.
An accident on a four wheeler sent one woman to a hospital and then to rehab. She chose the Jim Thorpe Inpatient Rehabilitation Center at Comanche County memorial Hospital to get her moving again.
The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) has confirmed the first case in the state associated with a national occurrence of serious lung injuries related to e-cigarette and vaping product use
Lawton Medi-Equip is one of the largest medical equipment companies in SWOK. They work with Comanche County Memorial Hospital to help make the transition from hospital to home as seamless as possible for patients.
Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our local event will be happening on August 24th in Elmer Thomas Park.
The Tomlinson Nursing and Rehabilitation Center put on a fashion show Friday evening. Residents of the center showed off the latest styles in outfits donated by Dillard’s.
The Cancer Centers of SWOK has received an award for their contribution and support of their nursing staff. It's an award that showcases the Centers dedication to providing the best possible care.
It's hard to believe that it's already time for the spirit of survival kickoff! It's the 14th year for the race that benefits the Cancer Centers of Southwest Oklahoma.
Summertime usually means kids out enjoying their break from school and work, but not for some local teenagers who are volunteering to help others during their summer vacation. It's through a program called volunteens, at Comanche County Memorial Hospital.
Calling all tomato lovers... if you enjoy fresh home grown tomatoes, then Lawton's annual tomato festival is the place for you. A time of celebration, fun competition, and plenty of tasting. And this year, they've added some new things.
According to the national CMV website, congenital cytomegalovirus is the most common viral infection, and the leading non-genetic cause of hearing loss, that infants are born with in the United States. Every pregnant woman is at risk of getting it. But only 9% of women know about it.
April is donate life month, and Comanche County memorial Hospital celebrated it by releasing balloons to honor those who have become organ and tissue donors.
March is the month of giving, and the Comanche County Memorial Hospital foundation has partnered with Jersey Mikes in Lawton to raise money for the Starlight Unit.
The death of a loved one is never easy, and for some, the grieving process takes a lot longer. Now, Comanche County Memorial Hospital has a new program to help you in your healing journey.
Coronary Artery Disease is the blockage of the arteries to the heart, that decreases the blood flow. It's a disease that can be deadly, but Doctors say it's preventable.
Heart bypass surgery is the most common type of heart surgery performed on adults. Doctors say it's relatively safe and an effective procedure that reduces the risk of heart attack and death.
Heart failure happens when the heart cannot pump enough blood and oxygen to support the needs of your body. It's a serious condition, but it's not necessarily a death sentence.
Deep vein thrombosis is a medical condition that if left untreated, can have deadly consequences. Doctor's say it is often under-diagnosed, but it is preventable.
The opioid crisis is a nationwide problem, but legislators in Oklahoma passed a bill to help regulate opioid prescriptions. One local physician says the bill comes with challenges.
Oklahoma has one of the highest number of registered organ donors in the country. However, there's still about 700 people in the state, and 114,000 in the country waiting for their second chance at life.
After an 8-year-old asked Santa to borrow money for kids with cancer, word spread quickly among family friends and colleagues, and the boy found $1,200 under the tree Christmas morning.
According to the FDA (United States Food and Drug Administration), Torrent Pharmaceuticals Limited is voluntarily recalling two lots of Losartan potassium tablets,
The study found illicit drugs like fentanyl, heroin and cocaine were the leading causes of unintentional overdoses, and prescription drugs were more likely to be involved in suicidal overdoses.
Losing a loved one is hard, especially around the holidays. Hospice officials have some tips on how to deal with the loss of a family member the holiday season.
