January 24, 2014
January is Mental Health Awareness Month
January is National Mental Wellness Month. In honor of that I'd like to share some strategies to reduce stress.
News & Events: Healthy Living
January 10, 2014
Chef Larrys Black Bean Butternut Squash and Chipotle Chili
Here is a delicious, vegan chili recipe from Chef Larry.
January 2, 2014
Sledding Safety
Remember sledding down a hill as a child? The excitement, the frigid wind on your face and your parents terrified you’d crash? Unfortunately your parents may have been onto something. All that fun is the cause of more than 20,000 sledding injuries a year – most due to collisions with a tree, fence, utility pole or vehicle.
December 17, 2013
Why is it Important to get Calcuim and Vitamin D
People who do not get enough calcium and vitamin D run the risk of having thin and brittle bones (osteoporosis), which can lead to serious injuries.
December 6, 2013
Winter Safety Tips for Older Adults
The cold temperatures and winter weather can be hazardous, but if you plan ahead, you can stay safe and healthy.
December 5, 2013
On The Run Stephanie Smith
As a physical therapist with ThedaCare at Work, Stephanie Smith doesn’t just help her patients get back on their feet—she’s pretty quick on her feet too. Like completing-a-half-marathon-in-one-hour-25-minutes-and-10-seconds quick!
November 26, 2013
What is Pneumovax and Why Do I Need It
Pneumovax is the brand name for the pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine, which doctors recommend seniors and other at-risk adults get to protect themselves from the pneumococcal disease, a serious health threat that can lead to death.
November 14, 2013
Preventing Drug Interactions in Older Adults
Drug interactions are a serious potential problem older adults face when taking multiple medications. They consume a large share of the nation’s medications, with adults over age 60 buying 30 percent of all prescription drugs and 40 percent of all over-the-counter drugs. The Food and Drug Administration is working to make drugs safer for adults.
October 15, 2013
Will this Years Flu Vaccine Work
Manufacturers do their best to match the vaccine based on the influenza patterns seen in the southern hemisphere. Sometimes there is little genetic shift in the stains circulating and the vaccine match is very good.
October 9, 2013
When Should My Children Get the HPV Vaccine
The immune response to the vaccine is better in preteens, and this could mean better protection against HPV-related cancers for your children in the long term.
September 30, 2013
Should I be Worried about my Son Smoking Flavored Cigars
Flavored cigars are more popular than ever – especially since the FDA toughened the rules on cigarettes. With flavored cigars, the wrappers come in a variety of flavors and are placed around the tobacco, disguising tobacco’s bad taste. The flavors are designed to appeal to teens and young adults and include strawberry, watermelon, and chocolate.
September 6, 2013
Vaccines Protect School Children and Those Around Them
Your back to school check list should also include making sure school children are up-to-date on their vaccines.
September 5, 2013
Grab Go Meal Ideas
Eating on the run? Here are some grab & go meal ideas!
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.
