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As Halloween approaches, candy is everywhere, but not everything that looks like candy is safe to eat. “Many medications are small, colorful, and sometimes flavored to make them easier to take,” said Kenneth Yuk, Aspirus Pharmacy ...

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Community Stories

Aspirus Health Expands Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program

Monday, August 4, 2025

Residents of seven communities in the Aspirus Health service area now have additional access to fresh produce at their local farmers market thanks to this year’s expansion of the Aspirus Fruit and Vegetable Prescription (FVRx) Pro...

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Community Stories, Safety/Injury Prevention

ATV and UTV Crashes Raise Safety Concerns During Peak Riding Season

Monday, June 23, 2025

ATV and UTV activities are shifting into high gear with warmer days becoming longer across the Upper Midwest. Riders are taking advantage of expanding trail systems and local road routes to explore the outdoors. The number of seri...

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Community Stories

World Blood Donor Day Highlights the Lifesaving Importance of Blood Donation

Friday, June 13, 2025

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, someone in the United States needs blood every two seconds. On World Blood Donor Day, Aspirus and regional blood centers are calling attention to this critical and ong...

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Community Stories

CHI Week Spotlights the Role of Community Health Assessments

Monday, June 9, 2025

Community Health Improvement Week, observed June 9 through 13, recognizes the work of public health professionals and partners who build healthier communities through collaboration and prevention. At Aspirus Health, this work is v...

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Community Stories

Community Paramedic Program Shows Early Signs of Success

Wednesday, June 4, 2025

A proactive care model supported by Aspirus and the Wausau Fire Department is helping reduce unnecessary 911 calls by connecting patients with the long-term support they need before emergencies occur. The Community Pa...

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Aspirus Health and Three Bridges Create Lifelines for Substance Use Support

Thursday, May 8, 2025

In an ongoing effort to address the challenges of substance use recovery, Aspirus Health and Three Bridges Recovery are coming together to provide healing and support for individuals facing substance use challenges. By combining m...

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Community Stories

Addressing Addiction

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Substance abuse continues to be a significant concern across many communities, with alcohol, opioids, and methamphetamine use among the most common challenges individuals face. Health care professionals emphasize that addiction is...

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Community Stories

Early Literacy Program Helps Build Strong Foundations for Children

Monday, March 3, 2025

Reading is one of the most powerful tools for a child’s development, helping to build language skills, improve cognitive function, and strengthen emotional bonds with caregivers. According to Reach Out and Read, families participa...

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Community Stories

Aspirus Health Recognizes Law Enforcement as Vital Partners in Community Health and Safety

Thursday, January 9, 2025

National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, observed on January 9, offers an opportunity to celebrate the invaluable contributions law enforcement officers make to community health and safety. At Aspirus Wausau Hospital (AWH), thes...

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Community Stories

Advancing Healthcare Education Through Innovation

Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Aspirus and North Central Technical College (NTC) are working together to bring immersive reality technology into healthcare education. This partnership is giving students a chance to experience clinical scenarios like never befor...

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Community Stories

Aspirus Health Marks Importance of Life Saving Month through Community Partnerships

Monday, January 6, 2025

Every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood or platelets. Findings like that from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are why it’s so important for Aspirus Health to partner with organizations like Memori...

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Community Stories

Preventing Slip and Fall Injuries in the Winter

Monday, December 16, 2024

As winter sets in, snow and ice can turn sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots into hazardous zones. Slip and fall injuries are among the most common winter-related accidents, often leading to serious consequences such as fractur...

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Featured, Community Stories

Improving Access, Improving Lives

Thursday, November 21, 2024

For those living in small communities, access to health care can be a struggle. Hospitals and specialists are often hours away creating a barrier for receiving timely care. However, Aspirus Health is committed to rewriting this st...

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Keep Medications Out of Reach This Halloween Season

Aspirus reminds families to store medicines safely and prevent accidental poisonings

Aspirus Health Expands Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program

ATV and UTV Crashes Raise Safety Concerns During Peak Riding Season

World Blood Donor Day Highlights the Lifesaving Importance of Blood Donation

CHI Week Spotlights the Role of Community Health Assessments

Community Paramedic Program Shows Early Signs of Success

Aspirus Health and Three Bridges Create Lifelines for Substance Use Support

Addressing Addiction

Early Literacy Program Helps Build Strong Foundations for Children

Aspirus Health Recognizes Law Enforcement as Vital Partners in Community Health and Safety

Advancing Healthcare Education Through Innovation

Aspirus Health Marks Importance of Life Saving Month through Community Partnerships

Preventing Slip and Fall Injuries in the Winter

Improving Access, Improving Lives