Information and Referral (Community
Connection)
MVRMC is proud of its award-winning, computerized community
resource service. This service is available to everyone in the community, at
no cost. If you are looking for a specific program or service and don’t
know where to begin to find it, call us and we will help you locate the
nearest service available to meet your needs. We can also assist you with
information about Magic Valley Regional Medical Centers services.
Some of the listings included in the directory are:
physician referral, counseling resources, support groups, legal information,
financial services, children’s and adult services, and much more.
Having a health care problem is often an overwhelming
experience, not only for you, but also for your family. For more information
contact Community Connection at
208-737-2065 or toll free 800-947-4852.
Support and Education Services
The Cancer Patient Support Groups are held monthly and provide social
support among the group members. Cancer Patients, as well as family members
are invited to attend. At various times during the year the three
Cancer Patient support groups join together for combined social activities,
ie. summer picnic and Christmas party. Educational programs are offered
periodically throughout the year.
Breast Cancer Support Group
Meets the 4th Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m., at the St. Lukes Mountain
States Tumor Institute Lobby. Call Andy Hall, 737-2441 for information.
General Cancer Support Group
Meets the 2nd Thursday of the Month at 7:00 p.m., at the St. Lukes Mountain
States Tumor Institute Lobby. Call Andy Hall, 737-2441 for information.
Osteoporosis
Don't wait for a fracture to diagnose osteoporosis...
It is estimated that at age 50, a woman has nearly a 40% chance of
developing an osteoporotic fracture during her remaining lifetime. A
women's lifetime risk of hip fracture alone is equal to the combined risk of
developing breast, uterine, and ovarian cancer-and up to 20% more women who
suffer from hip fractures die within one year of the fracture than those of
a similar age who haven't suffered a hip fracture. Bone density measurement
gives you an accurate picture of the risk of future fracture.
Important information for diagnosis and management...
Bone Density cannot be accurately deduced from clinical information such as
inherited and life style factors, or X-rays. Bone Densitometers can
accurately measure bone density. Call you local doctor to have this
procedure scheduled for you.
Important reasons to consider bone density measurement include...
- To help diagnose and manage osteoporosis
- To arrive at an estimate of the risk of future fracture
- To assess the possible effect of glucocorticoid therapy on bone
density
- To assess the possible effect of hyperthyroidism on bone density
- To assess the need for surgery in patients with asymptomatic primary
hyperparathyroidism
Feel free to call Magic Valley Regional Medical Center's Outpatient
Services at 737-1675 at any time to arrange an appointment to see our
facility and to learn how bone densitometry can help.
Arthritis Education Program
If you are interested in learning more about arthritis, contact Becky Jensen,
BSW, 732-3374.
