Your skin is the largest organ of your body. Do you know what your “normal” is when it comes to your skin? Many of us have freckles, brown spots, and moles, and think nothing of it when a new one appears – especially after spending a lot of time in the sun. It is extremely important to know what your skin looks like, and do a self-examine on a monthly basis. You are checking for any new or changing spots or moles. Although these are usually benign, occasionally a change can signal a cancerous or precancerous lesion. Checking should be...
22nd Annual Riding for a Cause Raised $29,663
Thanks to the dedication of local organizers, sponsors, and donors, $29,663 was raised during the 22nd Annual Riding for a Cause – Motorcycle Ride and Car Run benefitting Glacial Ridge Hospice patients and their families. The weather held and the roads were rumbling with 129 people along for the ride: 78 motorcycles with 113 riders and 7 cars with 16 people. It was another great year – thank you to all who were part of it! Here’s a recap of the event in pictures in case you missed it. (Click on the logo to see all of the album. You...
Starbuck Medical Center Open House July 17
It’s time to celebrate the opening with a Community Open House. Join the familiar staff you’ve come to know and trust from Glacial Ridge Health System at our new clinic in Starbuck on Tuesday, July 17th from 4-7 p.m. Take a guided tour of your new clinic Enjoy refreshments Register for $25 gift cards to area businesses We hope to see you at the Open House! Heartfelt care is now available Monday-Friday at the new clinic conveniently located at 707 East 7th Street along Highway 28. Call 320.239.2200 for an appointment or when same-day care is needed.
Starbuck Medical Center is Now Open!
Starbuck Medical Center opened on June 25th with the same staff you’ve come to know and trust in Glenwood, including our radiology technologists, lab technicians, and nursing staff. Why build a clinic in Starbuck? “With Starbuck being an important part of our market area, we want to provide more convenient services to patients in western Pope County,” CEO Kirk Stensrud said. He added, “Opening a clinic in Starbuck is a long-term commitment that Glacial Ridge Health System is making to better serve all of our patients.” Starbuck resident and Certified Nurse Practitioner Tanya Freske is very excited to begin providing...
Glacial Ridge Homecare Purchases Minnewaska Homecare
Glacial Ridge Homecare recently purchased Minnewaska Homecare in Starbuck. For several months, Glacial Ridge Homecare Manager Tina Blair worked closely with Minnewaska Home Care staff and Horizon Public Health nurses to ensure a smooth process. In addition, some of the staff from Minnewaska Home Care joined Glacial Ridge Homecare during the transition. “Glacial Ridge Homecare is continuing to provide the same services to our new clients that they were receiving from Minnewaska Homecare,” said Blair. She also noted that the homecare office will remain at Minnewaska Lutheran Home in Starbuck for client and family convenience. Minnewaska Community Health Services Administrator,...
Not All Heroes Wear Capes: Meet Your Local EMS Team
“Every day, you’re called upon to help others through one of the most frightening times of their lives. Every day, you’re called upon to provide a sense of security and relief during chaotic and challenging situations. Every day, you’re called upon to do the work that only a select few can do. Every day, you’re called to care.” Credit www.emsstrong.org. During National EMS week, we’d like to recognize the difficult, dangerous, and critically important work performed by our EMTs and paramedics, as well as all of our community’s first responders. Thank you for your commitment to serve others and for providing...
Specialties in Occupational Therapy Help Patients Overcome Daily Challenges
By Tammy Vig, OTD, OTR/L, CLT, Occupational Therapy Occupational therapy practitioners enable people of all ages to live life to its fullest by helping them promote health, and prevent – or live better with – an injury, illness, or disability. Occupational therapy involves more than what you may think including many specialty services. Did you know that occupational therapists provide services for patients with post-concussion syndrome? These patients often experience difficulty transitioning back to activities such as work, school, and play. Patients who experience post-concussive symptoms include pediatric patients and most often sustained their concussions as a result of a sports injury,...
Rise and Shine!
Our Glenwood Family Eye Center staff started this beautiful Friday hosting the Glenwood Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce #RiseandShine! We are grateful to be able to provide a high level of comprehensive eye care in our community and appreciate everyone’s support. Learn more about the comprehensive services available at Glenwood Family Eye Center and don’t miss the Spice Up Your Style May Frame Sale! Shop early for the best selection.
“Doc, my knee is killing me. What can I do?”
By Gustave Mellgren, M.D., Family Medicine Sound familiar to you or someone you know? If so, you are not alone. Chronic knee pain affects 25% of adults. Arthritis is the most common cause of knee pain that limits people from activities they want to do or which keeps their body healthy. Staying active is important to stay healthy so when knee pain limits activity, it can be a big problem. Using over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medications can help alleviate knee pain, but taking those medications regularly can cause health problems such as liver or kidney disease so their use should be monitored by...
Flu Vaccine Cuts Risk of Death in Half for People With Heart Failure
For people with heart failure, getting a seasonal influenza (flu) vaccine was associated with a 50 percent drop in the risk of death during flu season and a 20 percent drop in the risk of death during the rest of the year, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session. The study came out amid the 2017-2018 flu season that brought higher than normal rates of infection and death. Influenza and flu-related complications can cause death even in otherwise healthy people. Previous research has found the risk of flu-related death is elevated in people with...