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> From the President It is humbling to think about what my predecessor must have been feeling 100 years ago. Opening one of only a few hospitals in the state must have been an invigorating, rewarding and challenging time.

However, staying open for more than 100 years could also be considered a challenge. Our hospital has persevered through many difficult times during its century of service. Through national and local economic downturns, outbreaks and the always challenging, ever changing world of health care reimbursement, we have always kept our commitment to provide quality health care to our community.

We stand proudly on the shoulders of the leaders before us. Those who saw the importance of providing quality health care to residents of northeast Oklahoma. We honor their contributions and service with our continued commitment to our mission, to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

I want to personally invite you to our Centennial Celebration on Sunday, June 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. As you will see in this issue, we have a fabulous day planned to celebrate with our community.

Thank you for your commitment to our hospital. I consider it an honor and a privilege to serve in this role.

Yours in health,

Jonas Rabel, M.B.A., B.S.N. RN, President, INTEGRIS Miami Hospital

INTEGRIS Miami Hospital –

A Century of Service

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Stay hydrated for good health

Push through a panic attack

Keep fruits and veggies fresh

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION:

Sunday, June 30 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.

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Good hydration is vital for good health

A s temperatures increase and dehydration poses a greater risk during the

summer, you might make drinking water a priority. But did you know that proper hydration is important year-round? Learn more about why hydration is so important and strategies for staying hydrated.

THE BENEFITS OF HYDRATIONThe majority of our bodies are made of water, so it’s no wonder that staying hydrated is important for good health.

Water helps:• Cushion the brain and spinal cord.• Flush bacteria from the bladder.• Form saliva, aiding with the

digestion of food.• Lubricate joints and organs.• Prevent constipation.• Regulate body temperature.• Support the structure of cells

and tissues.• Transport nutrients.

HOW TO STAY HYDRATEDBecause breathing, sweating and waste elimination all cause you to lose water throughout the day,

experts advise frequent hydra-tion. According to the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, men should aim for 15.5 cups of fluids a day, while women should consume 11.5 cups of fluids. Here are tips on how to reach your daily goal:• Water isn’t the only hydrating

drink. // You can supplement water with other drinks to reach your hydration goal. Everything from juice to coffee to tea to milk counts. When choosing drinks, aim for those low in sugar and other additives.

• Foods can hydrate, too. // About 20% of your fluid intake is expected to come from food. Try eating more fruits and vegetables that are made up of mostly water, such as oranges, spinach and watermelon.

• Create a reminder system. // Try setting an alarm that goes off every two hours and prompts you to drink a glass of water. Or use a water-tracking app or smart water bottle to get reminders on when you should drink more. Whatever method works for you, there’s no wrong way to

remember to stay hydrated.

STILL DEHYDRATED?Have you increased your

fluid intake but still feel thirsty or have dark urine? If you have con-cerns about your ability

to stay hydrated, contact your health care provider.

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REFRIGERATOR

Keep fruits and veggies fresh

Onions, garlic and shallots

Hard squash

Sweet potatoes, potatoes and yams

FOOD STORAGE GUIDE

Asparagus // Trim the ends and store in a glass of water.

Melon // Store whole melon loose in the fridge.

Mushrooms // Keep in a container or paper bag.

Berries, cherries and grapes // Store in a single layer in a covered container.

Beets, carrots, parsnips and turnips // Remove green tops; keep loose in produce drawer.

Broccoli and cauliflower // Store in a plastic or cloth bag.

Fresh herbs // Keep stems moist and wrap loosely in plastic.

Lettuce and leafy greens // Wash, spin and pat dry, then wrap loosely in a paper towel and place in a storage container.

Zucchini and yellow squash // Store in a cloth bag or plastic bag with holes.

MAIN COMPARTMENT

OF FRIDGE

CRISPER DRAWER ON

HIGH-HUMIDITY SETTING FOR VEGETABLES

Apples and pears // Store in a plastic bag with holes.

CRISPER DRAWER WITH LOW-HUMIDITY SETTING FOR

FRUIT

PANTRY STORE THESE ITEMS

IN A COOL, DARK PLACE. COUNTERTOP

Avocados, apricots, nectarines, peaches and plums // Ripen in a paper bag on the counter.

Bananas // Keep away from sunlight, heat and moisture.

Citrus fruit // For longer storage, keep in a mesh bag in refrigerator.

Cucumbers, eggplant and peppers // Store in a cool spot in kitchen.

Tomatoes // Store at room temperature with stem side up.

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I n 1918 the city of Miami was flourishing, as residents found themselves in a crossroads of lead and zinc production.

It was then that James Fountain Robinson, president of First National Bank, made a decision that continues to impact northeast Oklahoma to this day – to raise funds to build a hospital in the growing city.

Robinson worked in conjunction with George L. Coleman, Al Coleman and C.M. Harvey to raise the first $150,000 needed to build the hospital. The hospital was soon deeded to the Oklahoma Baptist Convention, which agreed to operate it.

On July 1, 2019, the facility – now known as INTEGRIS Miami Hospital – will mark 100 years of service to the community thanks to the efforts begun by Robinson.

A celebration complete with lunch, music and more will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., on Saturday, June 30, 2019, on the south lawn of INTEGRIS Miami Hospital, 200 Second Ave. SW.

A commemorative item will be given to the first 300 people in attendance. Guests will have a chance to sign a scroll destined for the time capsule set for burial by the end of the centennial year.

IN THE BEGINNINGDr. Charles Punnell, Dr. M.M. DeArmond and Dr. F.L. Wormington, along with dentist Dr. Culley, made up the first medical team. They established the first clinic on the top floor of the Security Bank Building, using an old frame building across from the post office as the hospital.

Known as Miami Baptist Hospital, the facility drew patients from the surrounding area. Dr. J.C. Stalcup served as the first administrator.

G.M. London was the second administrator, serving until 1930.

The hospital operated a school of nursing from 1919 to 1930, with Anna M. Berkshire serving as the first superintendent of nursing. In 1920, she was followed by Florence Worley, who served as the second superin-tendent. Worley became hospital administrator in 1930.

During the next 50 years the facility grew as additions and renovations brought about numerous changes including the addition of an emergency

INTEGRIS Miami Hospital – A Century of Service

room, gift shop, laboratory, radiology and a unit designed to provide psychiatric care for the elderly.

In 1994, the Dail and Frances West Resource Center opened in a building across from the hospital. It included the Baptist Regional Health Center Foundation, as well as the community relations, marketing, education and human resources departments. It also featured an auditorium and a classroom.

In 2001, ground was broken for the new INTEGRIS Baptist Regional Hospital. Upon its competition in 2004, hospital officials began work on a new women’s center.

KEY DATES• 1918 – James Fountain Robinson leads the effort to

develop a hospital in Miami.• 1919 – Drs. Charles Punnell, M.M. DeArmond and

F.L. Wormington become the first doctors to staff the hospital.

• July 1, 1919 – Miami Baptist Hospital opens.• July 27, 1919 – Formal Dedication of the hospital.

These original ledgers from around 1918 show donations received from local citizens to help fund the new hospital. From the largest donation of $65,000 to a quart of peaches, community members gave what they could to bring a hospital to town.

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> A Look at Miami Baptist Hospital in 1919From the Miami Record-Herald, Friday, Aug. 15, 1919, page 4.

• A nurses training school is to be opened Sept. 1 [1919], at the Baptist Hospital. • An enrollment of ten or fifteen is expected as soon as the school is started. • Young ladies between the ages of 18 and 30 will be permitted to join. A

three-year course will be given.• “To say that the new Miami Baptist Hospital is the most modern and up-to-date

in the state would be putting it mildly,” was the assertion of J.C. Stalcup, superintendent of the institution, Saturday. “The hospital can rightly claim the distinction of being the most modern in every particular that can be found in this part of the United States.”

• In the first two weeks of the hospital’s work, there were 62 patients and 46 of those were operative cases.

• The percentage of recoveries has been remarkably high, speaking well for the management of the hospital.

• Some of the recoveries have proved interesting, not only to local medical men, but over the state at large.

• The hospital is operated without a house physician, it being conducted on the “open staff” plan.

• All doctors recognized by the medical societies are permitted free access to practice in the building.

This year marks the 100th anniversary of our hospital.

A local newspaper shared this story on December 11, 1917, detailing the early talks and plans to construct a new hospital.

The Joplin News Herald ran this story on July 26, 1919, about the first baby born at the hospital. It was suggested that “Baptist” would be a suitable middle name for baby John Dixon.

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If you or someone you care about has hearing loss, don’t wait to get help.

Connecting the dots between hearing loss and memory

H earing loss is something that can sneak up on you without you even realizing it. Does this scenario sound familiar? You get a call

from your grandchild, excited to tell you about their day at school. You struggle to understand the conversation, wanting to be part of their excitement and frustrated you can’t hear all of it. Then later, you realize you can’t remember what was discussed.

It can be hard to convince a loved one (or yourself) to seek help for hearing loss, but it can make a significant difference in the ability to communicate with others and enjoy life. Now there’s one more compelling reason to wear hearing aids: Maintaining or restoring hearing may actually stimulate your brain and protect your memory as you age.

HEARING LOSS AND COGNITIVE DECLINEMany people consider hearing loss more of a nuisance than a health concern, but a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that people with measurable hearing loss had a 30 to 40 percent greater rate of cognitive decline over six years compared with their counterparts who did not have hearing loss.*

While the study did not show why the connection between hearing loss and cognitive decline exists, researchers suggest the following factors may be related:• Encoding error // When you’re so focused on hearing

and comprehending the information being given to

you, you may not be able to commit what is being said to memory, causing memory lapses.

• Social isolation // Sometimes when you begin to realize you are experiencing hearing loss, you may start to isolate yourself because of embarrassment or frustration. Your brain receives stimulation with conversation and hearing. When you are isolated, your brain isn’t going to be fired up as often, potentially leading to loss of functionality.

HELP YOUR HEARINGFor anyone who has difficulty hearing, the benefits of wearing hearing aids clearly outweigh any drawbacks. With technological advancements, the newest hearing aids are small and less noticeable. Some can hide behind hair or your ear, so people won’t even know you are wearing one.

If you or someone you care about has hearing loss, don’t wait to get help. Take the next step now. Ask your provider to check your hearing during an office visit.

* Source: JAMA Internal Medicine

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GET PANIC ATTACKS UNDER CONTROL

WHAT IS A PANIC ATTACK?

Pushing through a panic attack

D izziness. Sweatiness. Tight chest. Upset stomach. Your heart

pounding like crazy. Feeling like you might die. These are all potential indications of a panic attack. And they can occur at any time, for no reason. But there’s no need to panic about a panic attack. You can learn to manage attacks and help prevent them.

TREATMENT CAN HELP

A panic attack consists of sudden, extreme fear with other intense mental and physical symptoms. It can happen even when there is no danger or clear cause. Panic attacks can last for only five minutes or can take about an hour to subside. Most attacks include at least some of these signs and symptoms:• Accelerated heart rate• Chest pain or discomfort• Chills or heat sensations• Choking sensation• Dizziness or lightheadedness• Fear of dying• Fear of losing control• Feeling detached from reality• Headache• Nausea• Numbness or tingling• Pounding heart• Ringing ears• Shaking• Shortness of breath• Sweating

While these symptoms can be scary, note that a panic attack can’t cause you physical harm on its own.

While many people have one or two panic attacks in their life, others may have recurrent attacks and live in fear of them, a condition known as panic disorder. But whether it’s your first or 50th panic attack, you can learn methods for navigating attacks.

Here are some techniques for handling a panic attack:• Take deep breaths // Rapid

breathing can make anxiety and tension worse, and deep breaths can counteract these symptoms. Breathe in and slowly count to four. Then count to four as you breathe out.

• Avoid stimuli // Bright lights or loud crowds can intensify a panic attack. Try to find a quiet, peaceful spot where you can close your eyes to focus on breathing.

• Take a walk // In addition to removing you from a stressful environment, the exercise of walking can relax you and improve your mood.

• Focus on an object // Distract yourself by shifting your concen-tration to something nearby and think about different aspects of the object. For example, you might think about how it feels to hold or wonder how it was made.

• Accept what’s happening // Fighting an attack can worsen your symptoms, while accepting the reality and remembering a panic attack eventually ends can be reassuring.

HANDLING PANIC ATTACKS

If you experience panic disorder, there are steps you can take to help prevent attacks:• Cognitive behavioral therapy

(CBT) // CBT can teach you techniques for how to think and behave in response to your feelings during a panic attack. The attacks should occur less often as you learn approaches that work for you.

• Medication // Some anti-depressants and sedatives help manage the symptoms of panic attacks. Your doctor may prescribe one or multiple medications and it may take trying a few different drugs before finding ones that offer relief.

• Lifestyle changes // Avoiding alcohol, caffeine and smoking, becoming physically active, getting adequate sleep, and practicing relaxation techniques can all help lessen the frequency and severity of attacks.

If you experience regular panic attacks, you don’t need to live in fear. Talk with your health care provider about ways to help you manage your symptoms.

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YEAR ANNIVERSARY

• Free lunch• Bounce house, games and face painting

for the kids• Corn Hole• Live music by Western Justice• Be a part of the centennial time capsule

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATIONSunday, June 30, 2019

11 a.m. until 2 p.m.

INTEGRIS Miami Hospital200 Second Ave. SW, Miamion the south lawn

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