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Beware of Heat-Related Illnesses

Wednesday, July 12, 2023
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
Now that we are in the middle of the warmest summer months, it’s important to understand the danger of prolonged heat exposure. Monica E., our Director of Emergency Medicine shares some helpful information. Heat-related illnesses occur when the body’s temperature gets too high as it fluctuates depending on the heat…

Understanding the Dangers of Leaving Children in Hot Vehicles

Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
Since 1998, more than 900 children have died from vehicular heatstroke - an average of 38 per year - and 53% of incidents involve a parent or caregiver forgetting the child was in the vehicle.  Even on mild or cloudy days, temperatures inside vehicles can reach life-threatening levels. Watch the…

Sunscreen Tips with Abby Gietzen, PA - Dermatology

Monday, July 10, 2023
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
In an interview with KXLG Radio, Abby Gietzen, PA - Dermatology shares her thoughts on sun protection during these warm and sunny summer months.  Buying sunscreen is like buying make-up: you have to try a lot of the different kinds before you find one that fits you and your family’s…

Prairie Lakes Welcomes New Radiology Director, Megan Gilbertson

Friday, July 07, 2023
Published in News and Announcements
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) announces Megan Gilbertson as the new Director of Radiology. Her responsibilities include managing radiology services, including, X-Ray, CT Scanning, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Ultrasound. Gilbertson comes to Prairie Lakes with 27 years of experience in the Radiology field with over 20 of those years in…

How to Avoid Salmonella Infection

Wednesday, July 05, 2023
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
Food that is contaminated with Salmonella or other harmful germs usually looks, tastes, and smells normal. That’s why it’s important to know how to prevent infection. Salmonella are bacteria that can make you sick  Salmonella can be found in a variety of foods, including chicken, beef, pork, eggs, fruits, vegetables, and even…

Prairie Lakes to Host Blood Drive on July 24th

Monday, July 03, 2023
Published in News and Announcements
Your Blood Matters. What can be done to make sure your friends, neighbors, and family receive the blood they need? It’s simple – donate blood to the Community Blood Bank. The Blood Mobile will be parked outside of the Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. on…

Preventing Fireworks-Related Injuries & ER Visits

Thursday, June 29, 2023
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
Enjoying fireworks in the driveway or nearby field might seem like a festive and traditional way to celebrate summer and Independence Day. However, thousands of people, most of them children, teens and young adults, are injured each year while using fireworks. Most of these injuries happen in the weeks around…

Terry Redlin Canvas Raffle Benefiting Individuals with a Life-Threatening Illness

Thursday, June 22, 2023
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This beautiful Terry Redlin Canvas was donated to the Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation in an effort to help raise funds for the Suzanne Jacobson Memorial Fund, benefitting individuals diagnosed with alife-threatening illness, who have financial needs. For your chance to win this canvas, raffle tickets can be purchased for $10…

Open Water Summer Safety Checklist

Tuesday, June 13, 2023
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
Swimming in lakes, rivers, or even the ocean is a great summertime treat for children and families, but there are many additional dangers when swimming in open water. In order to ensure a healthy and safe summer for all, the Prairie Lakes Emergency Department offers the following Open Water Summer…

26th Annual Hospital Hill Run Results & Photos

Monday, June 12, 2023
Published in News and Announcements
The 26th Annual Hospital Hill Run took place on Saturday, June 10 with a 5K run, 5K walk, and a one-mile walk for all ages. There were 75 timed 5K runners, 24 5K walkers, and 40 one-mile walkers.  Fastest 5K male runner was Tucker Lunde with a time of 20…