May 23, 2013
For school children with diabetes, there is more on their daily school planner besides when to go to math, history and science. Students with diabetes have to manage their diabetes properly and need to have a good support network of teachers, staff, nurses, coaches and others in their daily school life.
It’s time to refresh your grill skills. Finally, the weather is getting warmer and unless you are a die-hard grill warrior, you have just pulled your grill outside for the season. The grill skills I’m talking about could save your life or at a bare minimum save your skin!
May 21, 2013
Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional death in children ages 1 through 4 years. A swimming pool is 14 times more likely to cause death in a child under age 4 than a motor vehicle accident. Prevention of drowning is a significant health concern!
May 20, 2013
ThedaCare Physicians-Clintonville welcomes Lesley Fuerst, APNP, to the staff. Specializing in family care for every age, Lesley will also be on rotation at Shawano Medical Center.
There is an old adage about a house or home telling much about the family that lives there. So what does a firehouse tell one about the family of firefighters that resides there?
Destination Zero focuses on the fact that zero accidents, injuries, and preventable occurrences ARE possible and that EVERYONE is empowered to stand up, speak out, and take action if they witness a potentially unsafe activity.
May 16, 2013
Asthma causes swelling and inflammation in the airways that lead to the lungs. When asthma flares up, the airways tighten and become narrower, keeping air from passing through easily and making it hard for your child to breathe.
Teenagers who are sexually active should be seen for a variety of concerns by a physician or provider.
Brett Young, MD, is now on the staff at Theda Clark Medical Center in Neenah and at Riverside Medical Center of Waupaca. He is employed by Orthopaedic Specialists, S.C. as a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon.
ThedaCare hired Shane Smith as director of its cardiovascular value stream. In this role, he will lead efforts to improve cardiovascular services throughout ThedaCare.
May 14, 2013
Lactation consultants are professional breastfeeding specialists trained to help mothers, along with the healthcare team, with a variety of issues. They work in a variety of settings including hospitals, clinics, physician offices, and private practice.
: I’m thinking of buying a trampoline for my backyard. Any tips for keeping my child from getting injured on a trampoline?
ALL high school athletes must have a pre-participation physical evaluation (medical exam) on file to try out and play a high school sport.
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