Cordell Memorial Hospital is proud to join communities across America in celebration of National Rural Health Day (NRHD) on November 21, 2024. The National Organization of State Offices of Rural Health (NOSORH) and rural-focused organizations throughout the United States set aside the third Thursday of November to recognize NRHD. This annual event is an opportunity to celebrate the “Power of Rural” and honor the individuals and organizations dedicated to addressing the unique healthcare needs of nearly 61 million people living in rural America.
“It is of vital importance that we ensure all rural Oklahomans and Washita County residents have the opportunity to be healthy and have access to affordable, quality health care regardless of where they call home,” said Melinda Laird, Cordell Memorial Hospital CEO. “Cordell Memorial Hospital is proud to recognize the incredible work of health professionals and volunteers in our community on National Rural Health Day and throughout the year.”
Community members and stakeholders are invited to participate in the following NRHD activities to help Cordell Memorial Hospital to celebrate the “Power of Rural.”
There will be cake and punch served at 3:30 p.m. The winners of the annual National Rural Health Day coloring contest with the schools in Washita County will be recognized during the celebration. The Hospital is partnering with WOW, (Western Oklahoma Wellness) to provide a fun afternoon. You are invited to attend and celebrate the winners of the coloring contest, enjoy healthy snacks and healthy life tools.
Additional information about National Rural Health Day, including resources and tools, can be found at PowerofRural.org. To learn more about Cordell Memorial Hospital, visit cordellmemorialhospital.com