Community News
The latest healthcare information and the current events happening at Decatur County Memorial Hospital.
Community tree lighting set for Dec. 7: Decatur County Memorial Hospital to memorialize Schmalenberg
GREENSBURG – Santa, his reindeer, and even a few of his elves will help Decatur County Memorial Hospital usher in the Christmas season starting at 6 p.m. Dec. 7. Games, treats, and Santa fun will make for a festive kickoff to the season, but the evening’s main event...
Hospital hosts Veterans Day program
GREENSBURG – Despite chilly temperatures and a brisk breeze, a large crowd attended Monday morning’s Veterans Day program hosted by the staff at Decatur County Memorial Hospital. Hospital President and CEO Rex McKinney welcomed those on hand, offering a word of thanks...
Local trainer nominated for national honor
Decatur County Memorial Hospital Athletic Trainer Amanda Mang has recently been nominated for the 2018-2019 Newell National Athletic Trainer of the Year Award. In partnership with local leading orthopaedic practices, such as Southern Indiana Orthopedics in Columbus,...
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and in conjunction with that, Decatur County Memorial Hospital is now offering their Lung Screenings for $25. The noninvasive, painless screenings are a Low-Dose Computed Tomography (CT) scan for individuals with a significant...
Westport Health & Business Expo a success
Every year, the Westport Area Business Association and the Decatur County Memorial Hospital (DCMH) Westport Clinic partner to present the annual Westport Health and Business Expo. This year, approximately 300 individuals attended the twelfth annual Westport Health and...
DCMH to host Veteran’s Day program
“The quality care you want. Close by.” This has been Decatur County Memorial Hospital’s motto for more than 50 years as they strive to serve our community with the quality care it deserves. But this wouldn’t be possible without the brave men and women who have fought...
Hepatitis: What you need to know
What is Hepatitis? Hepatitis means inflammation of the liver. When the liver is inflamed or damaged, its function can be affected. Heavy alcohol use, toxins, some medications, and certain medical conditions can cause hepatitis but a virus often causes Hepatitis. In...
Westport Health & Business Expo
This year, on October 27th, Decatur County Memorial Hospital will be holding its annual Westport Health and Business Expo. This will be a day filled with fun and information about personal health and wellness. The expo will be held at the Westport Community Building,...
