11 Frequently Asked Questions for Anyone with Asthma or a Chronic Respiratory Illness Does having asthma put me at a higher risk of being infected with the new coronavirus and contracting COVID-19? No. Having asthma or other chronic lung disease does not increase your risk of getting COVID-19 any more than influenza or other disease....
In collaboration with area nursing home and assisted living facilities, Glacial Ridge Health System has assembled a testing “strike team,” as the state refers to them, to respond within 24 hours to a need for mass testing for the coronavirus. This is a key component in helping to identify and stop a potential spread within...
Posted May 1, 2020; Updated June 5, 2020 Medical appointments are essential; learn how we’ve made it safer than ever before for you and your loved ones to receive care. Your health and wellness are vitally important. Nearly all your medical concerns can be addressed at Glacial Ridge Health System. The team is ready to...
When things are uncertain, we naturally look for answers. There are several reasons. Most importantly, on a national level, testing supplies are sent to hotspots in our country.
By Alissa Redding, DMP, Podiatry April is Foot Health Awareness Month, but this year is certainly different. The current COVID-19 crisis is affecting many aspects of life. The goal of podiatrists during this time is to reduce the burden on the healthcare system by keeping patients safe, functional, and at home. This is particularly true...
Glacial Ridge Health System and Glenwood Retirement Village are now utilizing GRHS’ Tele-Health option for many clinical concerns. This secure program provides GRV nursing home residents a clinic visit with a GRHS provider – without leaving the building. In addition to efficiency, it improves safety for residents by eliminating the potential community exposure to respiratory...
If experiencing symptoms call the GRHS hotline at 320.334.5481 or schedule a Tele-Health Video Clinic Visit. DO NOT go directly to one of the clinics or to the ER. UPDATED on April 8, 2020 to include the extension of Governer Walz’ Stay Home Executive Order through May 4. In response to Governor Tim Walz’ March 27, 2020...
Glacial Ridge Health System has an adequate supply of personal protective equipment (PPE) – gowns, masks, personal respirators, face shields, eye goggles – currently on hand to protect our employees and patients from COVID-19. However, the global supply continues to be uncertain and we are actively taking steps to secure more supplies. We are proactively...
