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Sarah Trickey, registered nurse (RN) with Barton’s Emergency Department, was selected as a recipient of The DAISY Award for extraordinary nurses.

Continuing its mission of advancing local health care through philanthropy, the Barton Health Foundation has donated 32 automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to aid in the response to heart issues at Barton Health facilities, both in and out of Barton Memorial Hospital.

Winter is in full force in Tahoe, and with it comes an influx of eager snowplayers. Sledding and snow tubing are sure to be among the winter activities that families pursue, and like many contact sports, risk of injury is increased. Given the increase in COVID spread within the region and the impact it is having on healthcare systems, it’s more important than ever to remain injury-free!

Power outages during or after winter storms have become a common occurrence in our region. When the power goes out, especially for prolonged periods of time, being prepared can help reduce anxiety and keep you and your family safe until the lights come back on.

Flooding is the most common natural disaster in the United States according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and mountain communities, especially those in or around burn scars from recent fires, are at heightened risk. Residents and visitors are urged to consider safety preparedness measures as major atmospheric river activity, or wet storms, continue to move toward our region.

Lake Tahoe is known for its snowfall with multi-day storms dropping deep, often heavy, snow. And while our region embraces these storms, removing snow is a necessary and strenuous task.

John Truesdell, registered nurse (RN) with Barton’s Emergency Department, was selected as a recipient of The DAISY Award for extraordinary nurses.

Electric scooters (e-scooters) may be a cost-effective and convenient way to navigate a new or familiar city, however, every summer there is a significant increase in emergency department patients presenting with injuries from e-scooters. Injuries happen most frequently to upper and lower limbs, as well as the head and the neck, all of which can have severe consequences.