Patient military and veteran status will also be used for research in patient communities Military experiences and exposures are well-known factors that affect individuals’ health and well-being, …

The Merrill Lions Club and Gleason Area Lions Clubs will host a Diabetes Alert Day event with information booths at both Dave’s County Market and Walgreens in Merrill on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, …

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month Endometriosis is a prevalent but often misunderstood condition that affects millions of women worldwide. It is characterized by the presence of endometrial-like …

THe Lincoln County Health Department, with support from the Healthy Minds for Lincoln County Coalition, is working with local organizations and businesses to distribute gun locks. This initiative …

BY TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ARDC) of Central Wisconsin is offering a free Managing Caregiver Stress Workshop for individuals who provide care for loved ones. …

“The good news is that these are factors you can affect in a positive way if you take responsibility and work on improving your own health.” - Dr. Daniel Krause Heart disease is still the leading …

BY TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR The Lincoln County Board of Health is seeking applications from citizens interested in serving on the Committee. The composition of this Board is as follows: Five County Board …

Help stop bullying. Everywhere. Stock photo. Stand for the Silent, an organization helping to stop school bullying is helping communities around the nation Anyone who has had their child bullied …

Lincoln County Health Department would like to remind community members of the risk of Blastomycosis (or “Blasto”). Although the risk of getting this fungal infection is low, every year there are …

Brandtly’s story showcases just one of the needs for blood donors Brandtly receives a blood transfusion in the hospital. Photo courtesy of the Clark family. BY TINA L. SCOTT EDITOR Imagine you’re …

This baby is snug in a carseat with warm layers, not a puffy slippery coat. Straps should be adjusted tighter to hold baby securely in the seat. Stock photo. As the winter chill sets in, parents seek …

The Chiropractic Wellness Center in Merrill will transform into a jungle paradise next week in celebration of the 9th annual Wisconsin ChiroKids Day. ChiroKids Day, led by the Chiropractic Society of …

Aspirus Health recently provided information on prostate cancer and said screenings are a key defense against it. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), about 288,300 men will be diagnosed …