February 24, 2016
How Do I Know My Child is Ready to Babysit
A few factors go into being ready to babysit. There is no magic age. It may depend on the child’s maturity and willingness to accept the responsibility of caring for another child.
News & Events
Diabetes Support Group Waupaca
Diabetes Adventure Group Sponsored by ThedaCare Medical Center – Waupaca, Health & Wellness Department. Join our Certified Diabetes Educators in adventures throughout the community exploring ways to manage your diabetes well! Meet new members of your community, bring your questions and concerns, and catch up on the latest Diabetes Education news.
ThedaCare Joins Security Health Plan Provider Network
Security Health Plan of Wisconsin today announced that ThedaCare, one of Wisconsin’s leading health organizations, has joined the insurance company’s provider network.
The Dopey Challenge
You’ve heard of Walt Disney World, but have you ever heard of the Dopey Challenge? It may have a silly name, but it’s actually a seriously tough four-day running event through all of the Disney Parks, consisting of a 5K, 10K, half marathon and full marathon. Two Berlin Memorial Hospital employees―Bill Bergthold, occupational therapist, and Frank McShane, CRNA as needed― completed the Dopey Challenge in January.
Savor the Flavor of Eating Right
Healthy meals with less sodium can be great tasting and those attending the Diabetes Support Group at Berlin Memorial Hospital on March 10 and 11 will be treated to some flavorful recipes.
February 23, 2016
Healthy Living with Diabetes
This researched and proven, peer-led workshop is designed to help adults with type 2 diabetes or pre-diabetes learn skills for managing their diabetes.
February 22, 2016
Dont Neglect Stretching When You Exercise
Good physical health comes from a balance of cardiovascular activity, resistance training and stretching. The three work together to strengthen your body for daily and sporting activities. While most of us are fairly good at getting in cardio, whether it’s running, walking or biking, and more people are lifting weights or using resistance bands, stretching is still something most people skip. But that’s a mistake since stretching plays an important role in our overall physical health.
Respiratory Therapists Grace the Catwalk
ThedaCare At Home’s sleep respiratory therapists will model the newest designs of sleep apnea masks at a free A.W.A.K.E. sleep mask style show on Tues., April 5, at The Grand Meridian in Appleton and on Tues., April 19, at Crystal Falls Banquet Center in New London.
February 19, 2016
Exploring the Next Frontier
No doubt you’ve heard that ThedaCare is on the move. This week we announced a board-approved launch of an exploration about the future of healthcare in all the communities we serve. The discussion includes the possibility of bringing together our two Fox Cities hospitals into one premier, regional healthcare destination that will provide the highest quality care at the lowest cost for generations to come.
February 18, 2016
ThedaCare Board Approves Exploration of New Facilities
The ThedaCare Board of Trustees this week approved a long-term exploration of facilities throughout the ThedaCare nine-county service area, and their ability to meet the communities’ expectations for outstanding health care into the future. This includes the possibility of bringing together the system’s two Fox Cities hospitals into one premier, regional health care destination that provides the highest quality health care at the lowest cost for generations to come.
February 17, 2016
What is Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Digestive problems can plague many people but what sets it apart as IBS is that belly pain and diarrhea or constipation comes back again and again. IBS affects 10 to 15 percent of people in North America and mostly women.
Remove Ear Wax With Care
Ear wax build up can be bothersome but be careful when treating it. Glands in the ear canal produce war wax, which traps dust and other small particles, preventing them from reaching, and potentially damaging or infecting, the ear drum. It will dry up and fall out of the ear.
The Building for Kids Childrens Museum Opens the Newly Renovated ThedaCare Physicians Doll Hospital
The newly renovated ThedaCare Physicians Doll Hospital at The Building for Kids Children’s Museum (BFKCM) will be ready for little doctors and nurses on Wednesday, February 24. The exhibit is designed like an exam room at a pediatrician’s office and includes scales, stethoscopes and scrubs for kids to use as they give dolls check-ups.
For media inquiries, please call Cassandra Wallace, Public and Media Relations Consultant at 920.442.0328 or the ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah switchboard at 920.729.3100 and ask for the marketing person on call.
