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September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month, a time to spotlight one of the leading causes of injury among older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls send about three million people to...

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Compassion Through Crisis: An Aspirus Physician’s 9/11 Story

Thursday, September 11, 2025

September 11, 2001, is a day that changed the world forever. For Dr. James Thatcher, now a physician at the Aspirus Tick-Borne Illness Center in Woodruff, Wis., it also marked a turning point in his life and career. At the t...

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A Simple Formula to Build Balanced Meals for Kids

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Every parent knows that well-balanced meals are incredibly important for their children. However, in the middle back-to-school busyness, keeping healthy meals at the top of the priority list can feel overwhelming. The good ...

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Aspirus Surgeon Shares Early Warning Signs and Treatment Options for Varicose Veins

Friday, August 22, 2025

Aspirus Health is raising awareness about the warning signs and health risks of varicose veins, a condition that affects millions of Americans, especially women. Varicose veins are more than a visual issue. If ignored, they can le...

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See the Future Clearly

Monday, August 18, 2025

August is National Eye Exam Month, a time to recognize how much your eyes can reveal about your health. Many people wait until they notice changes in vision, but routine eye exams can uncover medical conditions long before symptom...

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Aspirus Health Promotes Screenings During National Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month

Thursday, August 7, 2025

August is National Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, and Aspirus Health is encouraging families to prioritize their children’s vision as part of their overall health. According to the CDC , nearly 6.8 percent of children und...

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Aspirus Physician Encourages Healthy Social Media Habits for Families this Back-to-School Season

Tuesday, August 5, 2025

August is National Back to School Month, and while students may not be in the classroom just yet, now is the time for families to start building routines that support a healthy transition into the school year. That includes...

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World Lung Cancer Day

Friday, August 1, 2025

August 1 is World Lung Cancer Day, and Aspirus Health has one clear message for anyone who has ever been a heavy smoker: schedule a low dose CT scan. The fast, painless test can spot lung cancer years befo...

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Breast Reduction Surgery Lifts Pain and Restores Comfort

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

For many women, breast reduction surgery is about more than appearance. It’s a life-changing procedure that addresses physical discomfort and improves quality of life for those living with chronic pain caused by disproportionately...

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Uterine Fibroids are Treatable

Monday, July 21, 2025

Uterine fibroids are non-cancerous growths that develop in or around the uterus, and they’re more common than many people realize. Up to 80 percent of women will develop fibroids in their lifetime. “Fibroids are the m...

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Itchy, Bumpy, Rashy

Monday, July 14, 2025

When the summer sun finally shows up in the Midwest, shedding layers and heading outside is only natural. But more time outdoors, and more exposed skin, can also raise the risk of hives, rashes, and other mysterious bumps. These u...

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Aspirus Highlights Growing Tick-Borne Threat

Tuesday, July 8, 2025

A rare but potentially deadly tick-borne illness is making headlines in Wisconsin after health officials confirmed recent cases of Powassan virus. The virus, transmitted by the same blacklegged tick that spreads Lyme disease, has ...

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Food Allergy or Intolerance? Here’s What to Do Next

Thursday, June 26, 2025

From the growing prevalence of gluten-free options and dairy alternatives, it should be no surprise that food allergies and intolerances are on the rise. A 2025 survey by the International Food Information Council found that over ...

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The Healing Edge

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Wound care is more than just cleaning and dressing an injury. It is a comprehensive approach to healing that can dramatically improve outcomes for patients. Chronic wounds, diabetic ulcers, pressure injuries, and surgical sites al...

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Common Medications Can Increase Risk of Falls

Compassion Through Crisis: An Aspirus Physician’s 9/11 Story

A Simple Formula to Build Balanced Meals for Kids

Aspirus Surgeon Shares Early Warning Signs and Treatment Options for Varicose Veins

See the Future Clearly

Aspirus Health Promotes Screenings During National Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month

Aspirus Physician Encourages Healthy Social Media Habits for Families this Back-to-School Season

World Lung Cancer Day

Breast Reduction Surgery Lifts Pain and Restores Comfort

Uterine Fibroids are Treatable

Itchy, Bumpy, Rashy

Aspirus Highlights Growing Tick-Borne Threat

Food Allergy or Intolerance? Here’s What to Do Next

The Healing Edge