Women of all ages will run around town on July 20 during Girls Just Wanna Run, Springfield’s first women-only 5K/10K. The event funds scholarships for FitLife, CoxHealth’s 12-week health management program that educates, encourages and empowers people to take back their health. Read More
The Springfield chapter (SAHU) of the National Association of Health Underwriters (NAHU) recently welcomed Cox HealthPlans President, Matt Aug and State Senator Eric Burlison as guest speakers. Read More
Access to medical care for people living in rural communities just got a little easier thanks to a new provider joining the health care team at CoxHealth Center Crane. Leslie Bunyar, family nurse practitioner, started seeing patients on Monday, June 24. Read More
Each year, CoxHealth volunteers create thousands of blankets and pillows that are given to patients in the hospital. On Friday, July 12, local kids are especially invited to help create even more items at the 2019 Kids Sewing Day, an annual event filled with fun, food, team building – and, of course, lots of sewing. Read More
Members of the public are invited to dispose of unused prescription medications – for free and anonymously – through take-back boxes installed at CoxHealth Pharmacy locations. Read More
Classic cars, bikes and trucks are called to participate in 2019 STOP, the CoxHealth Auxiliary’s car and bike classic. Scheduled for Saturday, June 22, the event is held to raise money for patients who require financial assistance for obstructive sleep apnea treatment. Read More
Safety education can be beneficial to families – and it can also be fun. Those things come together on June 1 at CoxHealth’s annual Kids Health and Safety Fair. The free event offers a one-stop opportunity to learn about need-to-know safety topics in ways that are both engaging and educational. Read More
Aging comes with a variety of challenges, but CoxHealth will soon offer education and resources to help ease those changes at Senior Fest 2019. Read More
Cancer survivors throughout the Ozarks are invited to a Springfield Cardinals game on May 31, when CoxHealth’s Hulston Cancer Center will honor these individuals for their strength and determination at Cancer Survivors Day. Read More
It’s a sad fact: Many parents throughout the Ozarks struggle to have enough diapers for their babies. To help fill that need, CoxHealth is currently underway on its seventh annual diaper drive, and invites the community to help make a difference by donating diapers. Read More
Join Cox Health June 1st for the 28th Annual CoxHealth Medical Mile and 5k run/walk held at CoxHealth Fitness Centers- the Meyer Center! Proceeds benefit local Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. Read More
It’s estimated that over three million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer each year. That fact makes regular screenings very important, as identifying potential skin cancers and precancers can keep the disease from spreading beyond control. Read More
CoxHealth presents Ladies First: After 30 years, the annual Baby Affair is expanding to include women of any age. Read More
Medical Explorers, a longtime tradition at CoxHealth, offers young adults the chance to see if a career in the health care industry is right for them – and registration for the next chance to participate is going on now. Applications will be accepted for the upcoming session until March 31. Read More
If a sudden illness or injury left you unable to speak for yourself, who would you want to speak for you? Join CoxHealth Center for Health Improvement Staff for a conversation about advance care planning that will help you to reflect on your values, choose a health care agent, take the first steps toward completing your advance directive and make your wishes known. Read More
On March 7th from 9 a.m. to noon at the Meyer Fitness Center in Conference Rooms A-C, there will be the first annual Wellness for Warriors Expo. This event will include local organizations that have partnered with the fitness center who impact the community. Read More
Skaggs Foundation is pleased to provide support to students pursuing education, certification and degrees in the health care field. This scholarship program ensures excellent healthcare will be available for years to come. Read More
To better serve patients, CoxHealth is pleased to announce that the hours of several of its clinics have been extended. Read More
As part of the Heroes for Healthy Hearts campaign, on Thursday, February 14, join Cox Health in Foster Auditorium from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. for a benefit chili cook off, bake sale and silent auction, with proceeds going to CoxHealth Foundation’s heart and vascular fund supporting cardiac patients. Read More
Be a hero in February by purchasing a $2 heart during the Heroes for Healthy Hearts campaign, Cox Health’s charity of the month! Funds raised will stay right here in the Ozarks to support CoxHealth cardiac patients who need assistance paying their medical expenses. This can include medical bills for care, rehabilitation, medications and more. Read More