Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics (ACMH) invites community members ages 18 and older to attend Talk Saves Lives, a free suicide prevention education program on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at the Audubon Rec Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the presentation runs from 6 to 7 p.m.
Once again, Kate Hargens, owner of The Bakery on Broadway, welcomed community members for another presentation in the What’s Happening Series. This week, Dr. Jeffrey Maire, General Surgeon at Audubon County Memorial Hospital (ACMH), shared information about wound care and the services available through the ACMH Wound Care Center.
October Is Physical Therapy Awareness Month
Physical therapy isn’t just about exercises. It’s about helping people get back to the people, places and activities that matter most. This October, the Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics (ACMH) Rehabilitation Services team encourages community members to learn how physical therapy can help improve mobility, build strength and support independence at every stage of life.
The Medicare Open Enrollment Period (OEP) for 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D Prescription Plans opens today, October 15, 2026, and runs through December 7, 2026. Ahead of this year’s enrollment window, more than 87,000 Iowa Medicare beneficiaries statewide received notice that their current Medicare plan is being canceled or discontinued in their county – including an estimated 297 beneficiaries in Audubon County.
Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics (ACMH) improves access to care with same-day clinic appointments at Audubon Family Health Clinic and Exira Medical Clinic, providing another option for individuals and families seeking care for common illnesses and minor health concerns.
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is teaming up with Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics to support National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 18–24, 2026. It is important to discuss safe driving habits with teens every day, but Teen Driver Safety Week serves as an opportunity for parents and guardians to have a conversation with teens about safe driving habits. Teen drivers need to know the Rules of the Road (https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/teen-driving) before parents hand over the keys. Ultimately, it’s parents who are in control.
With flu season fast approaching, ACMH Rural Healthcare Clinics now offers walk-in flu shots Monday – Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM in both the Audubon and Exira Clinics.
ACMH staff and providers enjoyed participating in the 2026 Career Day offered by Audubon County Economic Development. Career Day offered local students from around the area an opportunity to meet with staff members of a large variety of organizations from agriculture to healthcare.
Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics recently hosted a LifeServe Blood Center blood drive, collecting 19 units of blood to help support patients in need.
Audubon County Memorial Hospital and Clinics (ACMH) was proud to participate in several community events throughout September, creating opportunities to connect with community members, share health information, promote local resources and support the organizations that help make Audubon County a strong and connected community.
