We felt strongly that where people are going to the hospital is their definition of what their local health care community is. If they want to go to a hospital 10 miles away, or they consider a hospital 30 miles away local, that's their choice.

March is designated as Preparedness Month, and marks the beginning of severe weather season. This is a good time to talk about your family's plan and put together the supplies that may be needed in the event of any type of emergency situation.