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Victoria, Texas, December 30, 2024 — DeTar Healthcare System is excited to announce that its dedicated team of volunteers has elected new officers to lead their mission of enhancing the DeTar patient experience. These leaders will continue the essential work of supporting DeTar hospital staff and creating a welcoming environment for patients and visitors. DeTar volunteers donate thousands of hours each year to both DeTar North and DeTar Navarro hospitals in an effort to enhance the patient and visitor e... ... Read More

VICTORIA, TX – In honor of National Heart Health Awareness Month, Zion Lutheran Church of Mission Valley will host a Stroke and Heart Attack Prevention Class with Hands-On CPR Training on Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall (12183 FM 236, Mission Valley). DeTar Healthcare System team members will lead the free community training on this critical, life-saving topic. This free community class is open to anyone age 10 and older and will focus on teaching life-saving te... ... Read More

Pre-registration requested by calling (361) 788-2608 VICTORIA, TX – Expectant parents are invited to join us for an informative and fun prenatal class at DeTar Hospital North on Saturday, Dec. 21 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at DeTar Hospital North, 101 Medical Drive, Victoria. Whether you're a first-time parent or adding to your family, this class is perfect for you. Learn about pregnancy and childbirth from our experienced healthcare professionals. Get your questions answered and meet other expecting parents.... ... Read More

On behalf of DeTar Healthcare System, I want to thank everyone who helped make this year’s Annual Employee Bake Sale & Silent Auction a success. Thanks to the generosity of our staff, visitors, and community members, we raised funds to support our DeTar colleagues in need during the holiday season. This event wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work and dedication of our incredible volunteers: Michelle Bower, Jessica Heller, Stacy Garcia, and Bridget John. Your commitment to making this eve... ... Read More

VICTORIA, TX – DeTar Healthcare System celebrated the heart and soul of its organization – its dedicated employees – at the Annual Employee Service Awards Banquet held earlier this month on Thursday, November 7, 2024, at the Victoria Country Club. The event, which recognized employees for their years of service, spotlighted individuals who have dedicated up to 35 years and beyond to enhancing the lives of patients and contributing to the community’s well-being. The evening was emceed by DeTar Healthcare... ... Read More

Victoria, TX – DeTar Healthcare System is excited to announce its Annual Employee Bake Sale & Silent Auction, set to take place on Friday, December 6, from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will be held in the Java Bean Lobby of DeTar Navarro, located at 506 E San Antonio St, Victoria, TX 77901. The public is invited to attend and support with their purchases. This annual tradition offers a wide variety of delicious homemade baked goods and unique silent auction items, all contributed by DeTar employees. ... ... Read More

VICTORIA, TX– – DeTar Healthcare System recently celebrated a century of service to the Victoria community and surrounding counties with a 100 Years of Caring DeTar Picnic at Club Westerner on Sunday, November 17, 2024. The event brought together employees, their families, and DeTar’s extended healthcare family for an afternoon of fellowship, food, music, and fun. The picnic featured a delicious BBQ spread, games for all ages, and an on-site DJ, offering a well-deserved opportunity for staff to relax an... ... Read More

Learn the Key Symptoms and Risk Factors to Keep You and Your Loved Ones Safe This Holiday Season VICTORIA, TX – The holiday season is a time for celebration, but it can also bring an unexpected rise in health risks, including strokes. From indulgent foods and alcohol to busy schedules, the holiday hustle can impact your heart and overall well-being, increasing the risk of a stroke. The stress of gift shopping, holiday travel, and preparing big meals, coupled with colder weather, can lead to higher blood... ... Read More

Early Detection and Treatment of Breast Cancer Gives Best Chance of Survival VICTORIA, Texas, October 8, 2024 – The American College of Radiology now recommends women who are at average risk for breast cancer get screening mammograms annually starting at age 40 for women of average risk. The recommendations are in response to the increase in breast cancer diagnoses in younger women and high mortality rates in Black women. Here in Texas, breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer – at almost thr... ... Read More

The midpoint of the year is a good time to review health insurance policies to ensure you will get the most out of plan benefits, especially if you have already met the annual deductible. Many insurance plans will cover most, if not all, costs for eligible medical procedures and treatments once an individual meets the deductible and out of pocket maximum, making the second half of the year an opportune time to schedule any necessary or elective medical procedures that may have been postponed to reduce o... ... Read More