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Are You Eligible For a Lung Screening?
Thursday, December 12, 2024
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Doctors recommend a screening test to find lung disease early, when treatment may be more successful. The only recommended screening test for lung cancer is low-dose computed tomography (also called a low-dose CT scan, or LDCT). During the scan, you lie on a table and an x-ray machine uses a…
Simple Recipe Swaps to Keep Your Holidays Healthy
Friday, December 06, 2024
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Just because it's the holiday season, doesn't mean you need to toss your healthy lifestyle over the next few weeks. You've done a lot of work lately in making healthy choices, eating right, moving your body, and staying hydrated. Don't give up now! With these simple recipe swaps, you can…
Celebrate the Holidays Mindfully
Friday, December 06, 2024
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During the holiday season, it's important to remember that you have the freedom to enjoy your meals in a way that feels right for you. Here are some suggestions for a balanced approach to holiday feasting: Don’t skip meals the day before an event revolving around food. Don’t skip breakfast…
Benefits of Visiting Convenience Care
Wednesday, December 04, 2024
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Have a nasty cold? Slipped on the ice and bumped your elbow? Child tripped at school and sprained their ankle? Cut your finger prepping a holiday feast? Convenience Care is here to help! Earlier this year, Prairie Lakes Healthcare System opened Convenience Care – a walk-in healthcare clinic located at…
Take the Pledge "To Get There" Safely This Holiday Season
Monday, November 25, 2024
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Human Service Agency has partnered with MADD to ensure more people can get to their holiday festivities safely to share special moments and make cherished memories with their loved ones. Every day there are 347,000 incidents of drunk driving. From Dec 1 through 31, that means there will be almost…
Diabetes: What Is It and Do You Have It?
Monday, November 25, 2024
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Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar, also known as glucose. Glucose comes from food and serves as the main source of fuel for the body. In people with diabetes, the body either doesn't produce enough of a hormone called insulin or…
Why Hospice, Why Now?
Thursday, November 21, 2024
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Many families avoid having conversations about Hospice and Life Care Planning until a loved one is nearing the end of life. The reality is that NOW is the perfect time to discuss Hospice care. What is Hospice? Hospice is a philosophy of care providing physical, mental/emotional, and spiritual care sharply…
Need a Boost to Build a Positive Mindset? Give Thanks!
Thursday, November 21, 2024
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Take the 28-day Challenge to Improve Your Mindset! Thanksgiving marks the start of the festive holiday season – a time of joy, family togetherness, laughter, and making memories. However, for some – endlessly worrying about roasting the perfect turkey, how to decorate the entryway, how many chairs you can comfortably…
No Shave November – Raising Awareness for Men’s Health
Thursday, November 14, 2024
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Ever wondered why men around the country are choosing to ditch their razors in November? It’s not just to keep their faces warmer while hitting the hunting trails or working outside in the cooler late-Fall weather. “Movember” or “No-Shave November” is a global movement encouraging men to grow our their…
Safety Tips to Ensure a Happy & Healthy Halloween
Wednesday, October 23, 2024
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Halloween is one of the most dangerous nights each year for pedestrians, especially children. Statistics show a 43% increase in pedestrian injuries and deaths on Halloween night. In addition, research shows that 6pm-9pm are the riskiest time of day for child pedestrians as they are smaller, therefore less visible to…
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