February 5, 2014
Running with Hip Pain
Regular running can trigger various types of hip pain. One example is hip flexor tendonitis or a muscle strain. The hip flexor muscles are powerful and you use them when walking and running.
News & Events
CDC and Million Hearts Recognize 2013 Hypertension Control Champions
Today, HHS’ Million Hearts initiative recognizes nine public and private practices and health systems across the country for success in achieving excellent rates of high blood pressure control.
Riverside Health Foundation Seeks Applicants
The Riverside Health Foundation seeks applicants for the Boudry Memorial Scholarship, the Nancy Salan Memorial Nursing Scholarship, and the Isabelle Rowe Nursing Scholarship. The scholarships will be awarded in May 2012.
Make a Wish for Jack
Twelve-year-old Jack Goerlinger recently received a wish through the Make-a-Wish Foundation. While he is extremely grateful, Jack said with uncanny honesty, “My real wish is that this never happened to me.” Jack has microscopic polyangiitis (MPA). The annual incidence of MPA is 3 cases per 1 million people.
February 4, 2014
ThedaCare Receives Fox Cities Only National Breast Centers Accreditation
The National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) renewed accreditation of the ThedaCare Breast Centers, recognizing the health system’s dedication to improving the quality of care and monitoring the outcome of patients with breast diseases.
February 3, 2014
Matters of the Heart
During February, known as National Heart Health month, health and wellness patients can participate in “Matters of the Heart,” a month-long art project at Riverside Medical Center in Waupaca.
Appleton Girl Honors Brother with Donation
A 9-year-old Appleton girl took her family’s heartache and did something positive to help other children dealing with a sibling’s death.
January 31, 2014
ThedaCare Follies
ThedaCare employees are rehearsing and putting the final touches on the performances they have planned for the health care system’s annual ThedaCare Follies community benefit event, which will be staged at 7:30 p.m. on Fri., Jan. 31, at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center in Appleton.
Grocery Store Tours
Come join the dietetic interns from UW-Green Bay for an in-formative grocery store tour. We’ll show you the healthiest foods in the store and give you valuable tips that you can use any-where!
January 30, 2014
New London Mayor Shares Brush with Colon Cancer
It had been many years since Mayor Gary Henke went to see a doctor. When his new family physician, Dr. Donn Fuhrmann at ThedaCare Physicians-New London, suggested he get a colonoscopy, Mayor Henke agreed.
From Mother to Daughter Puberty Presentation
Mothers who are prepared to have “the talk” with their teenage daughter can attend a free ThedaCare session, “From Mother to Daughter.” Amber Post, MD, of Women’s Care of Wisconsin will speak about new guidelines for pap smears, HPV vaccinations, birth control options and more.
Art Therapy for Heart Patients
During February, known as National Heart Health month, health and wellness patients can participate in “Matters of the Heart,” a month-long art project at Riverside Medical Center in Waupaca.
January 27, 2014
Shawano Group to Focus on Better Breathing
People interested in improving the quality of their life through better breathing can join a ThedaCare group in Shawano that offers the opportunity to learn ways to better cope with breathing issues. Monthly meetings feature speakers, Q&A and fun.
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.
