You are here

Home » News

Blanchard Valley Health System

Weekend doctor: The COVID-19 Vaccine

The word on everyone's lips these days
Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Saturday, January 23, 2021

By Jeffrey Eiden, MD & Leah Eiden, MD
Family Medicine 
Vaccine.
The word on everyone's lips these days. As family physicians working during a pandemic, we find ourselves studying the specifics of the COVID-19 vaccines and passing the information on to our patients, answering questions, giving advice, and discounting misinformation. Here is what we've been sharing.

»

BVHS covid-19 update on Facebook Live Thursday

Posted by Fred Steiner on Wednesday, January 20, 2021

Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) will host a Facebook Live titled “BVHS COVID-19 Update,” on Thursday, Jan. 21, at 2 p.m.

BVHS President and CEO Myron Lewis and Dr. William Kose, vice president of special projects, will discuss the organization’s planning of operations and processes that will ensure the safety and care of patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The event will be streamed on the health system’s Facebook page, facebook.com/BlanchardValleyHealthSystem/. Community members can “like” the corporate Facebook account of BVHS and visit the page to watch live.

»

Weekend doctor: Is the Covid-19 vaccine safe for pregnancy?

What does the data really show?
Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Saturday, January 16, 2021

By Miguel Jordan, MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Concerns have come to my attention because a lot of misinformation has been spread on social media. I have heard claims that the COVID-19 vaccine can cause problems from infertility to miscarriage to even harm in the baby’s female reproductive system. All not true.

»

Bluffton Hospital will administer vaccines to those 80 and older

Registration begins on Jan. 18 • vaccines administered beginning Jan. 23
Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, January 15, 2021

Vaccinations for Bluffton community members, 80 years of age and older, will begin Saturday, Jan. 23, at Bluffton Hospital, a division of Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS).

These individuals can register for the vaccine beginning Monday, Jan. 18, by calling 419.369.2323.

Operating hours for the call center are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. There are a limited number of vaccines available, therefore, vaccines will be given on a first-come, first-served basis. A caregiver or loved one may make an appointment on behalf of an eligible senior.

»

BVHS and University of Findlay establish partnership

Posted by Fred Steiner on Friday, January 8, 2021

Blanchard Valley Health System (BVHS) and the University of Findlay (UF) recently announced they have formalized a collaborative affiliation relationship to ensure that the two organizations are closely aligned to ensure excellence in healthcare services from well-prepared professionals for generations of families within the region.

»

Vaginal Discharge: What Is Normal?

Weekend doctor
Posted by Anne Pannabecke... on Saturday, December 19, 2020

By Abby Maas, APRN-CNP
Blanchard Valley Obstetrics & Gynecology

Vaginal discharge is the fluid or mucous that comes from the vagina. This is a common concern among women and leads many to see their healthcare provider. Vaginal discharge can be normal unless it occurs with itching, burning, or other bothersome symptoms. Different causes of vaginal discharge can cause similar symptoms. It is recommended to seek examination to determine the cause of a vaginal discharge.

»

Pages