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VolunTEEN Program

The Phelps Health Auxiliary and Volunteer Services Department hosts the VolunTEEN program each summer for area teenagers ages 14 to 18. Teens from several area school districts including Bland, Cuba, Dixon, Newburg, Rolla, Salem, St. James, Vienna and Waynesville participate in the program and learn more about helping other people, healthcare careers and workforce development. What VolunTEENs Do VolunTEENs are ...

Screenings Can Reduce Your Risk for Colorectal Cancer

March 3, 2022

Read Time: Three Minutes By Becky Witham, FNP-C, AOCNP Phelps Health Colorectal cancer is the third most common type of cancer, affecting both men and women in the United States. Colorectal cancer refers to any ...

What’s the Difference Between a Colonoscopy and Stool-Based Tests?

March 8, 2024

Read Time: 4 Minutes Three Things to Know Colonoscopies allow providers to visually examine your colon for polyps and remove them, if necessary. This procedure requires sedation and bowel preparation but is considered the most ...

Stroke

Stroke: Act Fast. Save Brain. If you think you or someone you know is having a stroke, call 911 right away. A stroke is a disease that affects the arteries ...

National Cancer Survivors Day 2026

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Events

Attention all cancer survivors! We will celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day with a breakfast celebration for area cancer survivors. Each cancer survivor plus one guest can receive a free breakfast. Who is a Cancer Survivor? Anyone living with a history of cancer - from the moment of diagnosis ...

Jordan McConahay: A Voice for Advocacy and Action

Read Time: 4 Minutes Three Things to Know Jordan McConahay was diagnosed with stage 4 colorectal cancer at age 28 after only 3 days of symptoms. Throughout her journey, she's been supported by the Delbert Day Cancer Institute and the Phelps Health Foundation. Jordan has become a vocal advocate for colorectal cancer awareness, giving back to the Foundation as they ...

Community Health Needs Assessment

Phelps Health prides itself on bringing exceptional healthcare to the community and the surrounding areas we serve. To ensure we are doing our part, we conduct a Community Health Needs Assessment so we can listen to what the community views as priority health needs. 2026-2028 Community Health Needs Implementation Plan 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment Report 2023-2025 Community Health Implementation ...

What You Need to Know About Allergies

As the days grow longer and everything begins to bloom, seasonal allergies can make it harder to fully enjoy spring. Sneezing, congestion and itchy eyes are common this time of year—but relief is possible. Here, you’ll find answers to frequently asked questions about allergies, from what triggers them to how you can find relief. What is an allergy? An allergy ...