Garfield Memorial Hospital
Garfield Memorial Hospital offers Emergency care, Imaging and radiology, Laboratory and pathology, Nutrition services, Rehabilitation, Surgical Services, and Women's health located in Panguitch, UT.
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Emergency care
Winterize your vehicle: The emergency kit checklist every driver needs
Learn how to winterize your vehicle with a comprehensive emergency kit checklist.
Women's health
Navigating scanxiety: Finding calm during breast cancer screening and treatment
Learn how to manage scanxiety — the stress and uncertainty around breast cancer screenings and results. Discover expert tips, calming strategies, and emotional support resources to help you feel more in control.
Nutrition and weight loss
Think beyond meat: Smart swaps that power your plate
Explore smart, simple plant-based protein swaps that support your health. Learn how to build complete proteins, boost nutrition, and enjoy easy, everyday meals without relying on meat.
Pregnancy and baby
Step into birth with confidence: The impact of Intermountain Healthcare’s classes
Learn labor techniques, newborn care, and how to advocate for yourself—available in-person, online, and in Spanish for families across Southwest Utah and beyond
Nutrition and weight loss
Nutrition Over 60: Simple food swaps that boost energy and vitality
Discover expert nutrition tips to increase energy, support muscle health, and stay strong with easy food swaps and hydration strategies
Nutrition and weight loss
Pickled Everything: Why quick pickles are summer’s boldest food trend
Learn how this easy, healthy trend adds bold flavor, reduces food waste, and turns everyday produce into award-winning dishes
Transforming healthcare
How price transparency is changing the way patients experience care
Tellica Imaging is redefining patient care with transparent, flat-rate pricing and fast scheduling
Primary care
Behind the Bloodwork: Learn what routine labs can uncover
Discover how blood tests can uncover hidden health issues early and guide smarter care decisions—even when you feel fine
Pharmacy
PrEP: The HIV prevention pill too many people never hear about
PrEP is a powerful HIV prevention tool—yet too many people still don’t know it exists. Learn how PrEP works, who it’s for, and how Intermountain Health is breaking stigma with easy, affirming access to care.
Pharmacy
5 hair loss myths that stop men from getting real help
Don’t let hair loss myths hold you back. Discover the truth behind 5 common misconceptions and learn how Intermountain Health’s on-demand service offers real, evidence-based treatment options for men.
Wellness and preventative medicine
When rest isn’t enough: How to tell if you need physical therapy
Whether you’re recovering from an injury, struggling with ongoing soreness, or just want to move more freely again, physical therapy can help you get there
Nutrition and weight loss
Your friendly guide to GLP-1 weight loss: what works, what doesn’t and what’s next
Learn about their benefits, safety, side effects and how to maximize results with healthy habits
Heart health
Understanding Women's Heart Health: Unique risks, symptoms and prevention strategies
Explore how women's heart health risks differ from men's
Heart health
8 heart-healthy superfoods to boost cardiovascular wellness
Dive into our list of accessible and nutrient-rich foods that promote cardiovascular health
Pregnancy and baby
Is Simply Birth right for you?
How to have a home-like birth within the safety of a hospital setting
Pharmacy
Get your meds in minutes: On-demand care right to your doorstep
Meeting you where you are, we are making sure you get the care you need, when and how you need it
Women's health
Busting the myths about mammography screenings
Many misconceptions exist about mammograms, but the fact is mammograms can impact your long-term health — and save your life.
Pregnancy and baby
Nurturing Hope: How losing weight could help your fertility journey
Weight loss is a journey as personal and emotional as your fertility journey.
Cancer care
Julie’s Journey: Navigating breast cancer treatment with support of caregivers
Now two years since completing her chemotherapy and in remission, Julie’s story is a testament to the strength and resilience of women facing breast cancer.
Wellness and preventative medicine
Goodbye flu, hello healthy: How to prep for this flu season
Your comprehensive guide to staying well-informed and healthy this fall
Pregnancy and baby
Learn about the benefits of hypnosis for birth
A new alternative for pain relief during labor
Wellness and preventative medicine
Creating family adventures with parent-friendly services at the zoo
Accessibility options make the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance a welcoming place for all
Women's health
Navigate your breastfeeding journey with Connect Care lactation help
Get the support you need from the comfort of your home
Wellness and preventative medicine
Keep kids safe around vehicles, windows and water this summer
Soak up the sun with these essential summer safety tips.
Neurology
How to prepare and what to expect from an MRI
By knowing what to expect during an MRI, you can feel more at ease during the procedure.
Emergency care
Next Level Trauma Care: St. Vincent Regional Hospital Achieves Level I Trauma Center Verification
With Level I Trauma Center designation, St. Vincent Regional Hospital is equipped to handle the most severe and complex cases 24/7, 365 days a year.
Emergency care
Know where to go: Your guide on choosing the right care at the right time
No matter what health concerns you may have, Intermountain Health is just a call or click away.
Nutrition and weight loss
Baking better: Balancing flavor and wellness
Learn about the surprising health benefits of sourdough bread.
Wellness and preventative medicine
Will this allergy season be extra bad due to the dry winter?
You're not imagining it – allergy season is worse this year. Here are some tips to manage your symptoms.
Wellness and preventative medicine
Plan ahead and live fully with advance care planning
How an advanced care plan helps communicate your preferences when you’re unable to.
Nutrition and weight loss
Your prescription for nutrition: How to embrace food as medicine
Learn how you might apply these nutrition principles in your life
Women's health
Learn the importance of a postpartum checkup
Find out the importance of postpartum checkups during the “fourth trimester”
Breathing easy into motherhood with nitrous oxide assisted deliveries
Discover the empowering world and benefits of nitrous oxide-assisted deliveries
Primary care
Your Definitive Guide To Health Screenings
When and what to get screened for based on age and gender.
Nutrition and weight loss
Nothing Beats a Summer Peach: Make Peaches Part of Your Healthy Diet
Feeling peachy? Take a bite out of summer with these summertime peach-inspired recipes!
Nutrition and weight loss
How Much Protein Is Simply Too Much?
You see it everywhere: protein shakes, the keto diet and even supplements. But can you eat too much of it?
Nutrition and weight loss
Drive-Thru Tips: Healthy options when eating fast food
You might be surprised how good it feels to enjoy a fast food meal without compromising your health.
What You Need to Know About Your Visit to the ER
A trip to the Emergency Room is less than ideal, to say the least. Understanding what will happen once you arrive can reduce some of the stress and ease the frustration of not knowing what to expect.
What to Expect in the Emergency Room
No matter what, visiting an emergency room is a stressful experience. Staff members strive to do everything possible to make patients feel safe and comfortable. However, there are eight tips everyone should understand to help an ER visit go as smoothly as possible:
Understanding Thyroid Cancer in the Old and Young
Elder L. Tom Perry, a top-ranking leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, passed away from thyroid cancer on Saturday, May 30, less than two months after he was diagnosed with the disease
Signs you might have a thyroid problem
It’s not always easy to know if you have a problem with your thyroid. Knowing some of the common symptoms of an underactive or overactive thyroid will help give you an idea of you need to talk to your doctor.
A Patient's Journey Through Thyroid Cancer
It’s often easy to ignore symptoms like fatigue and simply chalk them up to our modern, harried lifestyles. But, it’s important to take stock in what your body is telling you and discuss symptoms with your primary care doctor when those vague feelings of something being “not quite right” come up.
Beware the Keto Flu
Yes, the keto flu, also known as the “carb flu,” is a real thing. It can happen to you if you drastically and suddenly remove carbs from your diet.
Building a Better Model to Provide Effective and Efficient Care in a Busy Emergency Department
Intermountain Medical Center’s Emergency Department (ED) moved to a new model of care last November that’s dramatically shortened the amount of time patients spend in the ED.
Better Nutrition to Better Health
We might not be what we eat, but we can feel like it. Here are some easy tips to follow when you want your health to reflect your diet.
Behind the Scenes: Coordinating Patient Transports with Life Flight
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes for Life Flight to transport a patient? Cindy Hayes is an Operational Controller with Intermountain Life Flight. On average, she coordinates 8-10 flights per 12-hour shift
Pregnancy and baby
Benefits (and risks) of Exercising While You're Pregnant
Contrary to popular belief, getting pregnant doesn’t mean you have to give up exercise for nine months.
Beating Fast Food
What is “fast food”? What eateries do you think of when you hear the phrase, “fast food”? Here are six restaurants: McDonalds, Pizza Hut, Taco Time, Subway, Noodles and Company, and Einstein Bros. Bagels. Are they purveyors of fast food?
Baby Essentials for the Hospital and Beyond
Being prepared with a hospital bag full of essentials long before your baby comes will give you time afterward to do what you really want: snuggle your baby.
Avoid the Pitfalls of Restrictive Dieting
Dieting is a never-ending cycle for most of us. We overeat or binge, which can bring weight gain. Then we have this desire to be thin and decide to go on a diet.
Avoid Kidney Stones: Eat and Drink Right
Passing a kidney stone is one of the most painful experiences possible. Unfortunately, once you’ve had a kidney stone, your risk of having a second one is 30 percent within 5 years and 50 percent within 10 years
Avoid Falling for Grocery Store Food Traps
We’re all trying to be healthier and most of us seek out healthier foods in the grocery stores. Unfortunately, marketers hone in on key ingredients to maketheir products sound healthier, and more alluring at our expense. Watch out for these traps
Aspartame: Is it Safe as a Sugar Substitute?
Aspartame is a common replacement for sugar that is 200 times sweeter to the taste. However, aspartame has always been subject to controversy because people have reported suffering from adverse effects - so we ask: is it really that safe to use as a sugar substitute?
Are you updating your 72-hour emergency kit often enough?
When an emergency hits, it’s crucial to be prepared with adequate amounts of water, food, and basic necessities. A 72-hour kit, also called a disaster supply kit, is a small collection of things that you would need in an emergency.
Ask Nurse Dani: When Should I Feel My Baby Move?
The first time you feel your baby move will be unforgettable, especially for first-time moms. But when will it happen, and what should you expect?
Are You at Risk for Breast Cancer?
Are you at risk for breast cancer? Take our breast cancer risk quiz today.
Are Bio-Identical Hormones for Menopause Safe to Use?
Are bio-identical hormones safe to use for menopause? Dr. Cannon tells us about this "natural" alternative to hormone replacement therapy.
Antibiotics: Do You Need Them?
Antibiotics can be a useful and necessary treatment for serious bacterial infections and may even save lives, but only work when taken properly.
Seasonal Allergies During Pregnancy
As springtime approaches, so does allergy season. Many pregnant women are faced with this common problem, yet are uncertain about what they can do to minimize their symptoms while keeping their unborn baby safe.
After His Heart Stopped, Patient Grateful He Received CPR
Keith Hambly isn't sure how long his heart was stopped, but he knows that without CPR he might not be alive. Today, he promotes CPR awareness in the hopes that it will save others.
How to Help a Spouse Suffering From Postpartum Depression
When it comes to postpartum depression, a spouse can do a lot to support their partner. It may not be easy, and it may not be pleasant, but a spouse can help their partner overcome - or at least live with postpartum depression and anxiety.
Advanced Trauma Care at Intermountain Proves Lifesaving for John Ames
Recently expanded trauma services at Intermountain’s Dixie Regional meant lifesaving treatment was close to home for St. George realtor John Ames when he broke his pelvis after falling 38 feet into a ravine last year.
A Tale of Two Meals
One survey indicates that up to one-third of Americans feel they have a food “allergy,” but carefully done studies indicate that true food allergies occur in about 6-8% of children and 3-4% of adults. What, then, accounts for the difference?
A Physician's Perspective on Opioid Misuse in Utah
Utah has the seventh highest opioid death rate in the nation, which costs the state more than $237 million per year in added healthcare costs. The cost, however, isn’t only financial, but emotional, and social.
A Little About PPD – Postpartum Depression
If you’ve just had a baby, you may be struggling with a heightened mindset of sadness. While feeling a little down for a few weeks after giving birth is normal, here are some questions you might have if you’re concerned that it may be more than just the “baby blues.”
911 Program Bridges Gap between Urgent and Emergent Healthcare
As a community partner, Intermountain Healthcare’s North Temple Clinic recently completed a successful, two-year pilot program with the fire department to help meet the needs of people who call 911, but who may not have life-emergent situations.
50 Shades of Yellow: The Color of Your Urine Can Help You Avoid Dehydration
Hiking, running, or playing outdoors during the heat of the summer puts you at risk of dehydration. But being active indoors can place you at risk, too. Learn more about the signs of dehydration.
16 Things I Wish I Knew Before Having A Baby
Whether you are a new mom or a mom of three bring a new little one into the mix can be tricky. We’ve asked moms to share their comments on what they wished they had known before having your most recent baby? We received some great thoughts!
17 Things to Include in Your Birthing Plan
One thing that helps women and families through the birthing experience is having the opportunity to plan and mentally prepare for what to expect.
12 Ways to Improve Fertility
12 Ways to Improve Fertility
11 Truths of Motherhood
You are an awesome mom. Here are 11 truths you know and should remind yourself of often.
10 Things Women Can Do to LiVe Well With Preventive Care
Preventive care puts you in charge of your health. It lets you gauge your health today, and find out ways to protect it for the future.
10 Common Signs of Menopause
10 Common Signs of Menopause
9 Useful Pregnancy Snacks
I’ve tried to find a few healthy and easy grab and go snacks that I can quickly eat when I realize I haven’t eaten in a while or I start to feel a little sick. Here are a few of my favs.
8 Things New Moms Want to Know About Breastfeeding
Whether you're a new mom or a seasoned parenting pro, breastfeeding often comes with its fair share of questions. Here are some answers to common questions that mothers—new and veteran—may have.
7 Tips to Surviving a Summer Pregnancy
Summer is here and with it comes scorching temps and stifling heat. Now imagine how an expectant mama is handling the heat.
Pregnancy and baby
7 Misconceptions About Midwives
Midwives have been caring for women for centuries. But until the 1940s, history tells us they were generally local women with good hearts and instincts, but no formal education. Times have changed, as has the scope of midwifery practice.
6 Things You Need to Know about Mammograms
Unfortunately, Utah women have the second-lowest mammogram screening rate in the country. A mammogram only takes a few minutes and can save your life.
5 Ways Moms Can Overcome Feeling Overwhelmed
The stress of motherhood can leave anyone feeling overwhelmed. But taking time to care for yourself will allow you to better care for your family.
5 Tips for Moving to a New House While Pregnant
Selling a home and moving is an exciting, and sometimes stressful, time for everyone in the family. Doing so while pregnant increases the excitement level, but can also increase the stress level and potential impacts on your pregnancy plan.
5 Tips for Making Good Choices at the Grocery Store
The grocery store can be a hazardous place for anyone trying to eat healthy. There are thousands of unhealthy food products lurking at every turn.
5 Things I Wish I Knew as a First Time Mom
5 Things I Wish I Knew as a First Time Mom
5 Things You Should Do Before Delivery
5 Things You Should Do Before Delivery
New moms share newborn stresses
Amazing, magical, and beautiful often describe the excitement of childbirth, but with a new baby comes new stressors.
5 simple tips to eating healthier
It’s National Nutrition Month so what better time to commit to eating better than now? Here are 5 tips to eating healthier.
Women's health
5 Misconceptions About Mammograms
Many misconceptions exist about mammograms, but the fact is mammograms can impact your long-term health — and save your life.
5 Great Antioxidants You May Not Know About
You may be surprised to hear your dietitian tell you to eat more herbs and spices, but the truth is many common herbs are often overlooked as rich sources of antioxidants. Not only are you adding flavor to your food, but also giving your health a boost.
5 foods to Build a Superfood Lunch
Instead of eating out for lunch, answer these 5 questions for creating a power lunch.
3D Printed Kidney Saves Patient's Organ
3D Printed Kidney Saves Patient's Organ
3D Mammography Provides the Best in Breast Imaging
3D mammography is helping physicians make more accurate diagnosis and detect more invasive cancers. So women can take comfort in knowing time taken for a mammogram is time well spent.
3 Insights Giving Courage to Overwhelmed Moms Everywhere
Are you feeling like motherhood is overwhelming you? You are not alone. Here are three “mommy insights” that will help give you perspective and courage to continue being a great mom.
3 Breast Pumps, But Which is Best?
You might ask what kind of breast pump should I buy, Then I might ask, What are you going to use it for?
6 Tips to Maintain Your Mental Health After Baby
Maintaining Your Mental Health After Baby
Cancer care
Thanks to early detection and mammography, more women surviving breast cancer. One young mother tells how early detection saved her life and the life of her child.
Analey Miltenberger was 18 weeks pregnant with her first child when she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Pregnancy Brain Is Not A Myth
Pregnancy can be overwhelming, and it doesn’t help that you don’t know what’s going on with your body. It is hard to know what’s normal and what’s not. Don't worry. You're not alone.
Pregnancy and baby
Pregnancy Heartburn? 7 Ways to Get Relief
Expectant mothers everywhere are aching to know one thing: “How can I get some relief from this awful pregnancy heartburn?” To help ease your pain, here are some answers to your “burning” questions.