News & Events

HCMH Mental Health & Wellness Center Now a Certified SPRAVATO® Treatment Center

Humboldt County Memorial Hospital (HCMH) is proud to announce that its Mental Health & Wellness Center is now a certified SPRAVATO® Treatment Center, expanding access to innovative care for adults suffering from treatment-resistant depression.

HCMH Employees Receive Scholarships from the Iowa Health Care Association Foundation

74 Iowans receive over $100,000 in scholarships to work in long-term care from Iowa Health Care Association Foundation

HCMH Auxiliary Care Bags

The HCMH Auxiliary Care Bags project provides thoughtfully assembled care packages for individuals undergoing treatment for serious and life-threatening illnesses—such as cancer and other critical conditions.

Humboldt County Hospice Foundation Invests in New Bed to Enhance Patient Comfort

The Humboldt County Hospice Foundation has made a significant investment in patient care by purchasing a new hospice bed, valued at $18,781.19. This important upgrade reflects the Hospice Foundation’s ongoing mission to support hospice patients and their families with comfort, dignity, and compassion during one of life’s most difficult times.

Walk-In Sport Physicals

Needing to get your child in for their sports physical before school starts? No problem - you can walk-in (without an appointment) to the UnityPoint Clinic in Humboldt on July 23rd and July 30th.

101 DIR/Floortime® Course - July 10th-11th at HCMH

Are you a professional, parent, or caregiver looking to enhance your skills and support children with autism or developmental delays? Join us for a 101 DIR/Floortime® training course on July 10th-11th at Humboldt County Memorial Hospital!

HCMH Color Run Returns May 4th

The HCMH Foundation is proud to host the annual Color Run on Sunday, May 4th at Humboldt High School — a vibrant event filled with fun, community spirit, and a powerful message: It’s OK to not be OK.

2025 Founder's Golf Outing

Mark your calendar for the 2025 HCMH Foundation Founder's Golf Outing taking place Friday, June 13th at the Humboldt Country Club. There are options for teams of four to either do 9-hole or 18-hole Best Shot (with 8" cups). You will be able to select your preferred tee-time, get a free "to-go" style meal you can take with you on the golf course, option to purchase Mulligans (4 for $40), win hole prizes, putting contest and more!

Humboldt County Memorial Hospital Celebrates National Hospital Week, May 12–18

This annual event is a special opportunity to recognize the dedication, compassion, and excellence of the 280+ strong workforce who make quality care a reality for our community every day.

Humboldt County Public Health and the Humboldt County Memorial Hospital Encourages People to Support Children’s Mental Health during Child Abuse Prevention Month

Humboldt County Public Health, HCMH and Prevent Child Abuse Iowa are joining communities across the state this month in celebrating the importance of social connections and working to strengthen social-wellbeing during Child Abuse Prevention Month in April.

Advanced CT Imaging Possible At HCMH With New CT Scanner

From pediatric to adult patients, the SOMATOM go.Top CT system delivers a gentle patient experience, high quality images, and low dose — providing the perfect balance of patient comfort and clinical confidence.

Rockin' Into The Night: 21st Annual Founder's Event

Join the HCMH Foundation for their 21st Annual Founder's Event taking place at the Humboldt County Fairgrounds on January 25th. For $60 you can get a fun night out including, dinner, a cash bar and dueling guitars!

Des Moines Register names Humboldt County Memorial Hospital a winner of the Iowa Top Workplaces 2024 Award

Humboldt County Memorial Hospital has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2024 honor by The Iowa Top Workplaces. This is the fourth consecutive year Humboldt County Memorial Hospital has been recognized for the award.

110 Iowans receive over $300,000 in scholarships to work in long-term care from the Iowa Health Care Association Foundation

1 of those 110 Iowans work at Humboldt County Memorial Hospital. These scholarships provide for the cost of a variety of health care and leadership programs to equip health care workers with the skills they need to work in long-term care.

HCMH Joins Statewide Iowa Businesses Against Trafficking Effort

The Iowa Businesses Against Trafficking (IBAT) initiative is spearheaded by the Iowa Secretary of State’s Office. The goal is to have Iowa’s business community raise awareness and help prevent human trafficking.

Guidelines For Proper Cleaning/Disinfecting After A Flood

Floodwater and standing water can be dangerous and can make you vulnerable to infectious diseases, chemical hazards, and injuries. Know how to protect yourself and your loved ones from the risks brought on by floodwater.

Guidelines For Proper Cleaning/Disinfecting After A Flood

Floodwater and standing water can be dangerous and can make you vulnerable to infectious diseases, chemical hazards, and injuries. Know how to protect yourself and your loved ones from the risks brought on by floodwater.

HCMH Employee Given Outstanding Teaching Teach Award from ICCC

Sherry Kunert of the HCMH Lab Department just received the "Outstanding Teaching Tech Award" from Iowa Central Community College.

International Play Therapy Week, Feb. 4-10

Licensed mental health professionals throughout the United States are reminding the public of the value of play, Play Therapy, and Registered Play Therapists during International Play Therapy Week, February 4-10, 2024. Originally launched in 2014 as National Play Therapy Week, the Association for Play Therapy (APT) broadened the scope of this very important week by taking it internationally in 2023!

Humboldt County Memorial Hospital Now Offers Avel eCare Emergency Services

Open 24/7, the Humboldt County Memorial Hospital ER is equipped to handle any patient that comes through the door. However, access to a second set of eyes and ears can be beneficial in critical cases. This is why HCMH has entered into a partnership with Avel eCare--a telemedicine provider that supports hospitals around the country--to receive virtual Emergency services.