Fort Madison Community Hospital - Partnership for the Health & Safety of All Students

What is it?

Fort Madison Community Hospital (FMCH) formed the Partnership for the Health & Safety of All Students with an area high school. As part of the effort, FMCH hired an athletic trainer to work onsite at the school to support the students, parents, coaches and administration in creating a safe environment. This program was expanded to a second high school the following year. In addition, a team of health care professionals visits schools before the start of the fall season to perform athletic screenings.

Who is it for?

Athletes at two area high schools

Why do they do it?

An area high school track team member collapsed on the track and died. The school did not have an AED at the track, and staff was unsure how to respond to the emergency. This program helps to prevent another tragedy through preparation.

Impact

The hospital donates half of the $25 screening fee back to the schools’ athletic programs. This year, the team provided more than 200 athletic screenings and donated $2,650 back to the schools.

Contact: Angie Budnik
Director, Community Relations
Telephone: 319-376-2244
Email: abudnik@fmchosp.com