A poison ivy rash can show up hours to days after contact and last weeks. Learn how to treat it at home and when to see a provider.
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Sprains and Strains: What Helps and When to Get Checked
Twisted an ankle or pulled a muscle? Learn the difference between sprains and strains, how to treat them at home, and when you may need further care.
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“Riding for a Cause” Celebrates Milestone Anniversary
Generations of riders, volunteers, and donors have kept this event going, and every one of them has made a difference for hospice patients and their families.
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Is My Bug Bite Infected? How to Tell and What to Do
A big, red, swollen bug bite usually isn't infected. Learn how to tell a skin reaction from an infection, when to be seen, and how to calm the itch at home.
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Five New Specialty Services Now at Glacial Ridge Hospital in Glenwood
Glacial Ridge Hospital is adding psychiatry, endocrinology, GI, pulmonology, and rheumatology; see a specialist months sooner in Glenwood.
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GLP-1 Weight Loss Medications: Side Effects, Nutrition, and What to Know
Taking Wegovy or Zepbound for weight loss? Learn how GLP-1 medications work, common side effects, and how a dietitian can help you reach your goals.
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Men’s Health Guide
Mens health screenings at Glacial Ridge Health System can detect prostate cancer, skin cancer and other conditions. Download this guide to know when to schedule exams and preventative screenings based on your age and health risks.
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Grill Smart: A Guide to Avoiding Food Poisoning
Grilling season is here, time for a food safety refresher. Clean, separate, cook, chill, and know when to call your doctor.
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Therapy for Young Children: Theraplay and PCIT at Glacial Ridge
Theraplay and PCIT therapy for children from birth to age 7 is available in Glenwood. See how early therapy helps kids form secure attachments and regulate emotions.
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Glacial Ridge Named One of the Nation’s Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals
Glacial Ridge is one of Becker’s 2026 “100 Critical Access Hospitals to Know.” See why this top-rated hospital ranks among the nation’s best rural hospitals.