Cases of pertussis continue to climb in Wisconsin, but families can take measures to protect themselves and others. Pertussis, also known as whooping cough, is a highly contagious respiratory tract infection.
Everyone 18 and older should have a healthcare power of attorney form on file. This is not just for the elderly or who have terminal illness.
Severe morning sickness is known as hyperemesis gravidarum and women suffering from that vomit every day, many times a day throughout their pregnancy and are at risk for weight loss and dehydration.
Sprained ankles are a common injury – and it doesn’t only happen to athletes.
Circumcision has been practiced as a religious rite for thousands of years. In the United States, most boys are circumcised for religious or social reasons. There is discussion over whether circumcision is advisable from a medical standpoint. There are potential medical benefits to circumcision as well as risks.
Strep throat is caused by streptococcal bacteria, which causes an infection in the throat and tonsils. The throat gets irritated and inflamed, causing a sudden, severe sore throat.
As a dietitian, this time of year always causes me some anxiety. I am torn between standing firm in my beliefs on healthy eating, and trying to “one-up” the neighbors by providing the best and biggest Halloween “loot” on the block.
Having a baby and hoping there’s some kind of handbook to answer your questions and concerns? Oshkosh-area residents can attend the free community presentation, “Does This Baby Come with a Handbook?” Andrew Collins, MD, of ThedaCare Physicians-Oshkosh, will talk about caring for your new baby.
Stress is an experience you may have in response to both positive and negative events in your life. It is not always possible to remove yourself from a stressful situation, but you can work on improving your reactions, thoughts, and emotions related to the event.
“Especially for Boys: What’s Happening to Me?” will help fathers and sons wade through topics on physical and emotional changes during puberty, including acne, body hair, body odor and voice deepening.
Concussions are traumatic brain injuries that change how the brain normally works. A person can get a concussion from an indirect whiplash injury or a direct hit to the head. Even a minor hit can be serious.
The APGAR score is a way of assessing how a newborn baby is doing immediately after birth. It was developed by Virginia Apgar in 1952.
Being active outside, not drinking enough fluids or certain health issues and medications all increase the chance for heat related illnesses, which range in various stages, with heatstroke being the most severe and requiring emergency medical attention.
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.
