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Health and Wellness
April 25, 2019

A Healthier Tomorrow – Occupational Health

Imagine a Healthier Tomorrow Occupational Health By:  Alison H. Page April is Occupational Health Month; so exactly what is Occupational Health?  Occ Health is a branch of health care concerned with the intersection of work and health. Many workplaces contain risks for employees, ranging from offices where people can develop...
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Community
April 23, 2019

WW Health Now Renting Community Garden Plots for 2019

Western Wisconsin Health is excited to announce the return of the community garden on our campus.  We’re looking for gardeners who are interested in renting plots. The raised bed portion of the garden is ready and we anticipate the large garden plot area to open by May 13, 2019 (weather...
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Health and Wellness
April 19, 2019

New Specialty Providers at WW Health

Western Wisconsin Health is pleased to announce we are now partnering with two new specialty care providers to offer you more services close to home. Dr. John Moore, Allergist from Midwest Ear, Nose and Throat Specialists, will be providing asthma and allergy services. He began seeing patients on Thursday, April...
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Health and Wellness
April 18, 2019

WW Health Offers New Treatment for Acid Reflux

Imagine getting rid of your acid reflux, protecting your health and improving your quality of life! That’s the premise behind LINX® Reflux Management System, a laparoscopic procedure that eliminates the symptoms caused by Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). In February 2019, general surgeons Peter Dahlberg, M.D. of Western Wisconsin Health and...
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Health and Wellness
April 17, 2019

8 tips to ensure a safe and successful birthing experience

For all families, the day of receiving a new child is one of the most important of your life, and one filled with emotion, anxiety, and a life-changing delivery. So much anticipation goes into this momentous day, and preparing yourself beforehand will help ensure it goes as smoothly as possible....
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Health and Wellness
April 10, 2019

Occupational Therapy Month at WW Health

April is Occupational Therapy Month and a great time to learn about the practice formed over 100 years ago! Loreen Ranals has been working in Occupational Therapy (OT) since approximately 1975. She started her career in the US Army as an Army Orthotist when she was 17 years old and...
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Community
April 1, 2019

Natasha Ward Receives Public Health Hero Award

As part of National Public Health Week (April 1-7), the Pierce County Public Health Department selected five Public Health Heroes for their work in preserving, protecting and promoting the health of Pierce County residents. The Heroes are from a wide range of sectors and backgrounds, but all make a positive...
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