News & Articles
Perimenopause and Changing Periods: When to Seek Care
Written by: Dr. Cara Syth OB/GYN Have you noticed that your periods are changing as you age? Are they getting heavier? Longer? More irregular? You are not alone. Abnormal uterine bleeding is a common finding for people approaching menopause. There are many reasons why...
Western Wisconsin Health Launches New Substance Use Disorder Program, “Many Paths to Recovery”
Written by: Ryma Lindquist, Community Relations Director in collaboration with James Roe, LPC, SAS Western Wisconsin Health (WWH) has announced the launch of a new Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment program, Many Paths to Recovery, a holistic, trauma-informed...
Healthy Hustle 5K Draws Record-Breaking Crowd for Glow Run Fun
BALDWIN, Wis. – The Western Wisconsin Health Fitness Center welcomed a record-breaking 182 participants to its annual Healthy Hustle 5K on Friday, June 5, as community members gathered for an evening of fitness, fun, and celebration during Baldwin Windmill Days. For...
Understanding Your Kidneys and Their Importance
Written by: Nilin Raj, MD As we approach National Kidney Day, it’s essential to shed light on the vital role our kidneys play in maintaining overall health and well-being. As a nephrologist, I've witnessed firsthand the significance of kidney health and the impact it...
Preventing Coronary Artery Disease: A Patient’s Guide to Heart Health
Written by: Michael Douglas, MD, MBA Coronary artery disease (CAD) remains a leading cause of illness and mortality worldwide. This chronic condition, characterized by the narrowing of the coronary arteries that supply blood to the heart, can lead to serious...
Advanced Abdominal Wall Reconstruction – It’s not just a simple hernia
Written By: Wendy Liu, DO - General and Bariatric Surgeon “It was just a small little bump and now it’s become the size of a grapefruit!” I have certainly heard that phrase more than a handful of times. Sounds like this patient has a hernia! A hernia is a hole in the...
Volunteer to make a difference: Why giving back is important
Written by: Rosa Magnus, Development and Volunteer Service Manager, CFRM As we head into the holiday season, thinking about gifts under the tree and gatherings to celebrate this festive time of year, it is also a time to think about how we can give back to others. We...
National Diabetes Month
Written by: Chris Veenendall, RN, CDCES Do you have diabetes or worry about getting diabetes? If so, here is some valuable information you should know. In 1975 the American Diabetes Association joined the International Diabetes Federation and the World Health...
Western Wisconsin Health Celebrates Expansion Groundbreaking
On Saturday, November 18th Western Wisconsin Health (WWH) hosted their Obstetrics and Medical Surgical Expansion Groundbreaking event. Over 150 WWH employees, family, friends, community members, funding partners, donors, politicians, and members of the local media...
Health Lung Awareness
By Jesse Moor RRT, MBA, Respiratory Therapist With respiratory season upon us, the time is right to talk about our lungs! In the United States, more than 34 million Americans live with lung disease. When combined with lung cancer and respiratory diseases like...
Thyroid Cancer Awareness
Written by: Kheng Joe Lau, MD, Endocrinologist Thyroid Cancer Awareness: Understanding the Basics and Seeking Help Thyroid cancer, a relatively rare yet increasingly diagnosed malignancy, requires our attention to ensure timely detection and effective treatment. In...
Back to School Immunizations
Written By Sara Atteberry, CPNP, RN, MSN As summer break comes to a close, and the new academic year approaches, parents and students begin to prepare for a seamless transition back to school. Amidst the excitement of gathering backpacks and back-to-school supplies,...