Beatty Muller has been a longtime supporter of Windom Area Health. She and her late husband, David Muller, who passed away Fall of 2022, were passionate about memorial giving through the Windom Area Health Foundation. “Giving has always been a part of our life. We give in response to what has been given to us. …
At Windom Area Health Imaging, we put our patients first. Each patient has specific needs and whether it’s something minor or something major, we take care of them. Sometimes the use of x-ray imaging is required to identify how to help. One of the tools we have to provide better care for our patients is …
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Alice Huebert is a Windom Area Health Foundation donor and former Board Member. A longtime supporter of the hospital, she joined the newly formed Foundation in its early years, sharing “I was a part of the original group that established the Foundation and continued on as a Board Member for 19 years.” To her, having …
‘It’s Alright, Cuz You’re Saved By The Lab’ is the slogan for this year’s Medical Laboratory Professional week, which is April 23-29! It is an annual celebration of Medical Laboratory Professionals and Pathologists who play a vital role in healthcare and patient advocacy. Here at Windom Area Health we have 8 professionals on our laboratory …
Volunteers add so much to our communities! National Volunteer Recognition Week is April 16 -22 and it’s time to celebrate them and call attention to the great things they do. Stop for a minute and think of all the places you encounter volunteers. How would communities, organizations, churches, schools, and businesses function without them? Volunteers …
Whether it is your heart racing during a big test at school, the tightness in your chest in anticipation of a hard conversation, your leg shaking while you wait for test results, or feeling overloaded and overwhelmed with the week’s to-do list, everyone has experienced some form of stress in their lifetime. Without understanding stress, …
Our vision is so precious, and it is up to each of us to help save our vision! March is Save Your Vision Month, which is to remind individuals to prioritize their eye health and vision care. Going in for routine eye exams is the first step in preserving your vision. The American Academy of …
Winter is long and dreary, and for many people, it is a time where workouts move indoors. Did you know there is a difference between working out indoors versus outdoors, and that you should gradually transition into your outdoor activities and workouts to prevent overuse injuries? Recreational activities such as tennis, golf, and outdoor running/walking …
Outdoor Activities: A Safe and Steady Approach to Getting Back Outside Read More »
February is American Heart Month, a time to focus on and bring attention to cardiovascular health. According to the CDC, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Day-to-day life and work can lead to a lifestyle of stress, poor dietary habits, and a limited, or even a non-existing, exercise routine. …
The Giving Tree project continues to grow and thrive! The project was founded in 2018 through the Windom Area Health’s (WAH) Employee Focus Committee to provide assistance to children and families in need during the holiday season. “We want to give back to the communities we serve and our goal is to help more kids …
I have struggled with my vision for many years. I got my first pair of glasses when I was in second grade and had to wear them full time in fourth grade. I still remember how amazed I was when I got my glasses and I could see detail in the leaves on the trees. …
Do You See What I See?: New Cataract Surgical Chairs Read More »
The Great American Smokeout, sponsored by the American Cancer Society each year during the third week of November, challenges smokers to give up cigarettes for 24 hours. With the hopes of people making it those first 24 hours without a cigarette, just maybe some individuals will decide to quit after all. The process starts with …
