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Show Good hospital very important Dear Editor: It seems as though a well furnished, well staffed, local medical facility doesn't seem very important to the average person until a loved one needs it. Last week, a surgery was performed here in Vernal at the Uintah County Hospital which had not been attempted here before. The doctor assured us that had it not been for the presence of some new and highly trained personnel and equipment that we now have in the new Uintah County Hospital, the surgery could not have been done here. Whenever a family member faces a difficult surgery, family support is so important and can many times involve weeks and weeks of encouragement. Few families have either the financial means or the flexibility with their jobs to be able to afford the weeks of hours to be with family members who have had to go out of town for surgery. It's time everyone in Vernal realize the importance of a hospital facility that meets all our needs, the doctor's as well as the patient's. Local support of the hospital board and all business, civic and private contributions possible are a must to upgrade the facility we have. It's time Vernal has the facilities to take care of our many needs here at home. We are fortunate to have such a fine facility with a lot of potential. Do your part in any way you can. We will. THE FAMILY OF ISABELLE JOHNSON |
