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Did you know that by age 80, there is a 60 percent chance that you will have high blood pressure? (John Hopkins Medicine, n.d.). Heart health is important and early intervention is key to saving lives. We can reduce the risk of heart disease by committing to a healthy lifestyle, exercising routinely and seeing a […]

You may not be able to find every hospital employee in the cafeteria during their lunch hour. Instead, you will find a number of them in the Fitness Center at Windom Area Health, participating in a Tune Up class. This is a free class offered to all hospital employees from 11:45 am to 12:15 pm

What does the “H” mean in healthcare? Many healthcare organizations, along with our State Association (Minnesota Hospital Association), have been discussing the same question. To answer this question we have to understand the difference between healthcare of the past, what it has transitioned into presently, and what we believe will be its transformation into the

With the holidays coming up next week, it is a good time to remind people about toy and gift safetly. According to Health Tradition with the Mayo Clinic Health System, in 2007, toy makers recalled over 19 million toys with lead paint and small magnets. Many parents want to fulfill their child’s wishes to have

This week is Older Driver Safety Awareness Week and we are focusing on elderly driver education. Keeping up to date with senior driving classes can help seniors keep fresh with their driving skills and help maintain their independence. Often times seniors will also get referred to an occupational therapist to identify potential driving risks and to help

Caught you Caring: Ike Pohlman Ike was recognized as the employee of the quarter due to the many patient comments that have been submitted noting his excellent care. He was nominated four times in August and September, including one patient that stated, “I haven’t felt this good in years…Ike improved my life.” Way to go

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a progressive lung disease that often gets worse as time goes on. This disease makes it harder for people to breathe, due to the low amount of air that flows in and out of the airways. This is caused by destroyed lung tissue, too much mucus obstructing the airways,

Great Place for Moms Windom Area Hospital Receives State Breastfeeding-Friendly Recognition Windom Area Hospital (WAH) has been named a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) for its contribution to the health of mothers and their babies. MDH recognizes workplaces and county health departments that have demonstrated their commitment to supporting breastfeeding

As many of you are well aware, Medicare will be changing in 2019. There are many changes to note and the state of Minnesota is partnering with senior organizations to help answer your questions. The following resources provided will help answer any questions that you may have about the changes in Medicare: Mailing CMS Important

This month we are celebrating National Physical Therapy Month here at the Windom Area Hospital. Physical therapy is a great way to help with pain management and to improve a persons mobility. One benefit of physical therapy is maximizing your movement. Our staff are movement experts and can identify, diagnose and treat movement problems with the

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and is dedicated to raising awareness. According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer in women and is the second leading cause of death as well. The root

In September it is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Early screening and detection are the best possible ways to prevent prostate cancer. The prostate is a ping pong ball sized gland, located near the base of the rectum in men. It is responsible for supplying seminal fluid, which mixes with sperm from the testes. The prostate