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.
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.
Losing a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth or newborn birth can be devastating to parents. A Sun., June 2, event will provide parents with the opportunity to celebrate their child’s memory.
The Waupaca County Rural Health Initiative recently raised over $10,000 to be used for services for farmers in the county.
Colonoscopy is best known for its use as a screening test to check for cancer or precancerous growths in the colon or rectum. It is also used to detect other changes or abnormalities.
Purchasing an oversized bike to “grow into” can be dangerous for your child as it may be hard for your child to maneuver the handlebars or reach the ground.
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) recently expanded its benefits for breastfeeding families by requiring health plans to cover breastfeeding support services, such as lactation consultant visits, and breastfeeding supplies, which include the buying or renting of breast pumps.
The people of Shawano are getting their first look at the initial site plan for the new ThedaCare Medical Center-Shawano. The new facility, expected to open late 2014 or early 2015, will replace the 82-year-old Shawano Medical Center and create a local center for convenient, coordinated health care.
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.
