(Greensburg, IN) – The Hospital Foundation of Decatur County (Hospital Foundation) is proud to announce that $7,500 was distributed in 2024 to support Decatur County Memorial Hospital’s (DCMH) preventative health screening events, reinforcing their commitment to the health and well-being of the community.
These screenings provide essential access to care to community members who may not receive regular check-ups, ensuring those in need receive critical health evaluations they might otherwise go without. Thanks to these efforts, DCMH has detected serious conditions—like undiagnosed cancer—allowing individuals to seek the care they need.
“Regular health screenings play a key role in identifying potential health issues before they become significant concerns,” said Jenny Simon, Chief Nursing Officer at DCMH. “Early detection through screenings can lead to better management of chronic diseases, ultimately improving health outcomes and quality of life.”
At DCMH’s most recent health screening event, over 77% of attendees were advised to seek follow-up care based on their screening results, highlighting the critical need for these preventative screenings.
Upcoming events in 2025 include:
Women’s Health Expo: The 2025 expo aims to expand on the success seen in 2024, with record-breaking attendance, by providing accessible online registration forms, additional resources and support for women’s health, as well as a comprehensive range of screenings exclusively for women 18 and older. Women’s Health Expo will be held on Saturday, March 8, 2025, with registration opening in February.
Community Healthy Fair: The 2025 community health event will build on 2024’s success to offer a variety of health screenings for men and women 18 and older, access to educational sessions, health information, wellness resources, new seminars, expanded health information, and more. This event is dedicated to empowering the community with the knowledge and tools needed to prioritize their health. Healthy Fair will be held on Thursday, June 5, with registration taking place at the event.
Men’s Health Tailgate: The 2025 men’s health event strives to expand on the success seen in 2024, with unparalleled registrations and participation, by offering accessible online registration forms as well as targeted screenings and health information to encourage proactive health management among men. Men’s Health Tailgate will be held on Saturday, November 1, 2025 and Registration for the event will open in October.
“By helping to fund these screenings, supporters of the Hospital Foundation and DCMH not only demonstrate their dedication to our community’s health but also foster increased engagement and awareness,” said Mandy Lohrum, Director of the Hospital Foundation. “Thanks to generous donors, these screenings remained free for our community. Continued support helps ensure we can offer even more life-saving screenings in the future.”
To serve as many community members as possible, DCMH offers the screening events on both weekdays and weekends, making it easier to prioritize your health regardless of your schedule.
Rex McKinney, President/CEO of DCMH said, “We welcome anyone in our community seeking accessible care, making it easy to participate in health screenings that empower you to stay on top of your well-being—whether you’re due for a checkup or have a health concern.”
Whether you or a loved one could benefit from a free screening or you want to help make these screenings possible for others, DCMH and the Hospital Foundation are committed to ensuring accessible care for all. For more information on event dates, locations, and the specific screenings offered, please visit dcmh.net/events.
(Decatur County Memorial Hospital press release)
