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How Do I Know If Aquatic Therapy Is Right For Me?

Monday, December 06, 2021
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
The properties of an aquatic environment can offer a variety of benefits depending on the individual’s needs. Are you experiencing weakness? Water is denser than air, therefore providing more resistance and making it an optimal environment for getting stronger. Do you have pain? The thermal properties of our 91 ̊…

Giving the Gift of Health

Wednesday, December 01, 2021
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
It's only $45 to give the gift of a Target Heart or Stroke Screen. Consider Target Heart or Stroke Screen if any of the following risk factors apply: Family history of heart disease or stroke  High cholesterol History of smoking High blood pressure Overweight High stress levels Sedentary lifestyle Diabetes Postmenopausal female Target Heart…

Mass COVID Booster/Vaccination Clinic in Watertown Set for December 7, 2021

Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Published in News and Announcements
A mass COVID vaccination clinic has been scheduled for Tuesday, December 7 from 7:00am – 5:30pm at the Codington County Extension Complex.   This is an opportunity for individuals in the Watertown region to receive their booster vaccine if they have already received their first and second COVID vaccinations. First and…

Tree Fundraiser at the Watertown Regional Library

Monday, November 29, 2021
Published in News and Announcements
15 local non-profit organizations will have trees on display at the Watertown Regional Library starting November 30th to December 31st, including Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation. Visit the library and donate to your favorite organization(s). The Watertown Area Community Foundation will match up to $300 for each organization's total donations and…

New Director of Marketing and Business Development Named, Lydia Newman

Wednesday, November 24, 2021
Published in News and Announcements
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is pleased to announce and welcome the new Director of Marketing and Business Development, Lydia Newman. Newman holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Studies/Business from Augustana University. She is new to the healthcare industry, but has eight years of marketing experience in various industries.  Newman previously…

October 2021 PLHS Network Disruption

Wednesday, November 03, 2021
Published in News and Announcements
On October 6, 2021, Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) experienced a network disruption that impacted some PLHS IT systems. When the disruption was discovered, our IT staff took immediate action to secure the systems and investigate. We worked quickly to restore critical systems to allow continued hospital operations. We have engaged a…

Lung Cancer and Available Lung Screenings, What to Know

Tuesday, November 02, 2021
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
November is lung cancer awareness month.  This is important because lung cancer is a major cause of cancer death in the United States.  Thankfully, experts now agree that individuals at high risk should undergo screening for lung cancer in an attempt to increase the chance of catching lung cancer early…

New Cancer Center Bell Showcased on Dakota News Now

Tuesday, November 02, 2021
Published in News and Announcements
Thank you to Cooper Seamer from Dakota News Now, for helping the Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation share the good news about the Prairie Lakes Cancer Center Bell! Click to View the Story: Dakota News Now Story

Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation Donates New Bell to the Prairie Lakes Cancer Center

Wednesday, October 27, 2021
Published in News and Announcements
On October 27th, 2021 Prairie Lakes Cancer Center held the unveiling of the Cancer Center’s new Bell. With a generous donation from the Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation, the Cancer Center was able to purchase a bell to help cancer patients celebrate their accomplishments and journey milestones. Jennifer Pletan, Cancer Center…

Infant Loss Remembrance 2021

Friday, October 15, 2021
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
Infant loss is an unfortunate reality for many expectant parents as they look to grow their families.  Miscarriage and stillbirth are both terms describing pregnancy loss.  Miscarriage is defined as a loss before 20 weeks of pregnancy, while stillbirth is considered to be 20 weeks of gestation or later. Most…