Ohio County Healthcare

02/19/2026

Share Love, Encourage Screenings!

Love doesn’t end on February 14th, and neither should the care we show ourselves and the people we cherish.

This month, remind someone you care about to schedule their cancer screenings, and make sure you’re up to date on yours, too!

Kentucky Cancer Program - West

02/17/2026

🎗️ Kick Kentucky Cancer 🎗️

FREE upcoming classes sharing tips and strategies to support cancer prevention and wellness. 2 of the 4 classes will be led by OCH employees.

Classes held every Tuesday between March 3rd – 24th at 5:30 PM.
Ohio County Cooperative Extension Office | 1337 Clay St., Hartford, KY

To REGISTER, please see the link in the comments or call 270-298-7441.

02/14/2026

OCH has seen incredible growth among our Pediatric Therapy patients, including one milestone that brought tears to all of us.

Our Pediatric Therapy team has been working with a young child with autism who is primarily nonverbal. From day one, his mother shared her biggest wish: to one day hear her child say “I love you.” He would make a heart shape with his hands, but the words had never come.

During a simple Easter egg matching game in therapy, he found an egg with a heart on it, and in that moment, something clicked. He looked up and, without prompting, said the words his mother had been waiting to hear: “I love you.”

Since that time, the patient has been able to tell his mother, “I love you,” independently.

It was an unforgettable moment that captured not only measurable progress in communication but also the deep emotional bonds that therapy helps make possible.

We appreciate the continued support and funding from the Kentucky Social Welfare Foundation.

02/13/2026

Today, OCH went RED for American Heart Month! We’re raising awareness about heart disease and reminding our community that small steps today can lead to a healthier heart tomorrow. Know your numbers and talk with your provider about your heart health.

02/12/2026

PROCLAMATION for American Heart Month

Ohio County Fiscal Court members joined representatives of Ohio County Healthcare on February 10 to sign a proclamation recognizing American Heart Month. Seated from left are Bo Bennett, Magistrate, 3rd District; Sonja Davis, Fiscal Court Clerk; Judge-Executive David Johnston; and Dale Beavin, Magistrate, 4th District. Standing are Michael McKenney, Magistrate, 1st District; Jason Bullock, Magistrate, 2nd District; CeCe Robinson, Director of Administrative Services; Dr. Joshua Skibba, Cardiologist and Chief Medical Officer; Shellie Shouse, CEO of Ohio County Healthcare; Justin Keown, County Attorney; and Larry Morphew, Magistrate, 5th District.

More details in the upcoming issue of OCTN.
Hartford, Kentucky Ohio County Chamber of Commerce Beaver Dam, Kentucky Ohio County Health Coalition

02/11/2026

Urology is back at OCH!

Please join us in welcoming Amy Shelton, APRN, to our OCH Urology Team. Ms. Shelton is a nurse practitioner with more than 22 years of nursing experience, including over eight years in urology care. She will begin seeing patients four days a week at the OCH Main Campus - Building B, starting February 23rd.

To learn more about our urology services, visit OCHcares.com/urology or call 270-504-1300 to schedule an appointment!

02/10/2026

If you are a cancer survivor, please take a moment to complete this brief survey for the Kentucky Cancer Program - West

If you are a cancer survivor, please take a moment to complete this brief survey. The survey will remain open through the end of February.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf074UKM5HwFCwT1qtoFkPsb_jwOLtjOWKaJ-8vGl-zzrDx5Q/viewform

02/10/2026

❤️ February is American Heart Month ❤️

Take a moment to focus on your heart health and recognize the signs of heart disease.

Board-certified cardiologist Dr. Joshua Skibba is here for your cardiovascular needs. Call (270) 730-5344 or visit OCHcares.com/cardiology for more information.

02/06/2026

Turning 21 marks an important milestone in a woman’s life - and her health! Gynecologic visits and pap smears typically begin at this age, making it a natural time to establish ongoing care and focus on preventive health.

Kasee Paxton, APRN, works alongside Dr. Kimberly DeVore at our Beaver Dam Women's Health location and is welcoming new patients for preventive care and gynecologic health concerns.

To schedule a new patient appointment with Ms. Paxton, please call 270-274-9928!

02/05/2026

OCH is proud to be a GOLD sponsor of the 2026 February Freeze 5K walk/run! ❄️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Registration is $25 now ($30 on Race Day - 2/21). Sign up today at the Ohio County Family Wellness Center or call 270-298-4500. The race starts and ends at 301 W. Frederica St., Hartford, KY.

02/04/2026

Need something positive to do on a snow day? Let’s let our vets know we care ❤️

02/02/2026

Experiencing Joint Pain, but want an alternative to steroids or surgery?

OCH Orthopedics now offers Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy, a natural approach to dealing with joint pain.

PRP uses a patient’s own blood to promote healing. A small blood sample is taken, spun in a centrifuge to concentrate platelets, and then injected into the injured or painful area. Because PRP contains natural growth factors, it supports tissue repair rather than simply masking pain.

This treatment is offered at our Hartford and Owensboro orthopedic locations. Call today to schedule a consultation and see if PRP therapy is right for you!

Hartford: 270-504-1300 | Owensboro: 270 - 691-0059