Many diseases can be dangerous to a child but many can be prevented. For that reason, health organizations like the Centers for Disease Control, the American Academy of Family Physicians and The American Academy of Pediatrics recommend children receive immunizations to protect them from diseases that could be serious or deadly.
ThedaCare welcomes, Anthony Lee, PA-C, a physician assistant specializing in neurosurgery, to the medical staff of Appleton Medical Center and Theda Clark Medical Center. He is a member of the staff at NeuroSpine Center of Wisconsin.
When Rick Lessard first saw Community Health Network orthopedic surgeon David Jones, MD, more than a year ago, he could barely walk. Although just 56, Lessard had severe arthritis in both hips. After an initial consultation, Dr. Jones recommended anterior approach hip replacement surgery, which is less invasive and has a faster recovery than traditional hip replacement surgery. Lessard had surgery on his right hip in November 2013, and just one month later he returned for the same surgery on his left hip. Now one year later, he’s enjoying regular activities without the intense pain he experienced before.
We are rapidly approaching the shortest day of the year. This means our opportunity for adequate sun exposure is shortened. Although excessive sun exposure to the skin can cause skin damage and increase the risk of skin cancer, some limited sun exposure is important for vitamin D metabolism.
Armed with nothing but their sharp wit, comedians Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood will take the stage at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center on Fri., March 6, to raise funds for the ThedaCare Family of Foundations.
People plagued by recurring neck and arm pain can learn about various cervical spine disorders, as well as nonsurgical and surgical care options at this free educational class.
If you’re a Midwesterner, you know all about winter. While starting out exciting and beautiful, it can get “old” as the snowy season continues into March and April. As the winter begins to drag, sometimes, so do we.
Colds and influenza are just a couple illnesses that can put a senior citizen's health at risk during the winter. This is also pneumonia season for seniors and others who are at-risk.
For the second year in a row, Ripon Athletic employees have gone above and beyond in supporting the community. Team members at this Berlin organization showed their giving spirit with various fundraisers they created for the month of October – designing and selling breast cancer awareness T-shirts, along with a raffle, lunches, and a bake sale
Last week most of us had a chance to enjoy the Thanksgiving Holiday. Hopefully you had a chance to spend time with the ones you care about and take time to reflect on the things you have to be thankful for. Thanksgiving is the day of the year designated to be grateful and give thanks for our blessings. Interestingly the feeling of gratitude or thankfulness has been linked to better health.
Increased convenience and improved care are just two of the benefits area residents have experienced since Community Health Network and Wild Rose Community Memorial Hospital affiliated with ThedaCare.
Seven of the state's leading health care systems – Aspirus, Aurora Health Care, Bellin Health, Gundersen Health System, ProHealth Care, ThedaCare and UW Health – today announced that their recently-formed partnership is named abouthealth™. The name makes a simple and clear statement about why these organizations have come together – to improve overall population health for the communities they serve while working together to advance clinical quality, efficiency and the customer experience.
Celebrate the Season at a special Holiday Open House at Refine MD. Learn about minimal downtime treatments that can help you get smoother, younger-looking skin or achieve the body of your dreams.
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