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Prostate Cancer Q&A with Abby Wookey, PA-C
Monday, September 16, 2024
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Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer among men, right behind skin cancer. Approximately 1.3 million men are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year and one in seven will be impacted in some way by it in their lifetime. Even though prostate cancer is quite common among men, there is…
How To Cope With Losing Someone To Suicide
Thursday, September 12, 2024
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Losing a loved one to suicide can be devastating to endure. With suicide rates on the rise, this has become a public health crisis that affects everyone. When a person is gone, it impacts everyone around them, and it can take months to years for people to cope with that…
What is Sepsis?
Thursday, September 05, 2024
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Sepsis is the #1 cause of death in U.S. hospitals - killing over 350,000 American adults each year. In 2011 September was deemed Sepsis Awareness Month by the Sepsis Alliance. Each month, healthcare professionals and medical organizations work to spread awareness about this disease. Sepsis affects an estimated 49 million…
Physical Therapy Can Be Beneficial After a Concussion
Thursday, September 05, 2024
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A "concussion" is classified as a form of a mild traumatic brain injury. While most symptoms of a concussion will resolve with little to no treatment within a few days, some individuals will experience longer lasting effects. Our brain is like a bowl of gelatin protected by the hard shell…
Local Businesses Can Now Provide PLHS Flu Clinics to Employees
Wednesday, September 04, 2024
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We are entering the 2024 flu season and the Center for Diseasse Control & Prevention (CDC) recommends flu vaccines for anybody 6 months or older to best protect yourself from contracting the flu and spreading it to others. PLHS is doing our part to make it as convenient as possible for local employers…
Registration is Now Open for Fall 2024 Explore Camp
Tuesday, September 03, 2024
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Registration is Now Open for Fall 2024 Explore Camp on Friday, October 11, 2024. This day of exploration is for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors who are curious about the healthcare industry and want to learn more. The first half of the camp will feature patient treatment processes in…
Prairie Lakes Welcomes Kristopher Johnson, MD, General Surgeon
Friday, August 30, 2024
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WATERTOWN, S.D. – August 30, 2024 – Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Kristopher Johnson, General Surgeon, to our medical team. Dr. Johnson joins Dr. Greg Gerrish and Dr. Jacob Schaeffer in diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients at the General Surgery Clinic. He…
Join Us at the Prairie Lakes Ice Arena Grand Opening on Thursday, September 12th
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
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The City of Watertown is planning a grand opening of the state-of-the-art Prairie Lakes Ice Arena on Thursday, September 12, 2024, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Self-guided tours will be offered throughout the evening with a ribbon cutting ceremony and short program planned at 4:30 p.m. The community is…
Registration is Now Open for Fall Session of Core4 by Sodexo - Early Bird Discount until September 9th!
Tuesday, August 27, 2024
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Fall is a perfect season to set a new, healthier routine - Core4 by Sodexo can help! Change your lifestyle, change your eating habits, change your attitude and change your life! Classes start Tuesday, September 17th with a $20 Early Bird discount available until Monday, September 9th. Core4 by Sodexo is…
Understanding the Benefits, Challenges, and Basics of Breastfeeding
Thursday, August 22, 2024
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Prairie Lakes Maternal Child Health (MCH) strongly recommends all new moms breastfeed their babies. The benefits of breastfeeding are numerous for both an infant and their mother. However, we also understand that challenges are normal – even if you’ve successfully breastfed your previous newborn. Certified Lactation Counselors (CLC) and International…
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