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Geriatric Ear Conditions
Tuesday, August 11, 2015
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-Posting last reviewed by Dr. Mancell, September 2020. Dr. Jered Mancell of Prairie Lakes Ear, Nose, Throat and Facial Plastic Surgery Clinic has information for senior citizens on geriatric ear conditions. Geriatric is defined as patients of 65 years and older. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human…
Living By Yourself with Diabetes
Monday, August 03, 2015
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Home Alone – how to live by yourself with diabetes – and protect against lows. Dizziness, shaking, sweating, hunger, nervousness – symptoms of low blood sugar can awaken you in the middle of the night or creep up on you. Confusion can set in quickly and be really frightening when…
Merkel Observes Howard's Combat Medic Training
Monday, July 27, 2015
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Marcus Howard is a registered nurse in the Critical Care Unit at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System. Every day he works to serve and nurse our patients. But that is not all that makes this individual so note worthy. Marcus is in the Army National Guard as a healthcare specialist, commonly…
Prairie Lakes Recognizes Life of Jeffrey Kowitz, MD
Wednesday, July 22, 2015
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Dr. Jeffrey Kowitz, Prairie Lakes Pulmonologist, died Tuesday morning, July 21, 2015, in a motor vehicle accident. Dr. Kowitz provided regional pulmonary services at the Prairie Lakes Pulmonology Clinic since August, 2013. He believed in patient education and empowering his patients to make healthy choices. He also served as a…
BASH 2015 was a “Sense-ational” Celebration!
Monday, July 13, 2015
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The Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation hosted BASH (Building A Superior Hospital) on Saturday, May 9 at the Watertown Event Center. This annual gala event is a “friend”/ fund raiser for the Foundation. What a night! Three hundred eighty six guests were in attendance, an increase from last year. The event…
Outreach Clinic Moving to Main Campus
Tuesday, July 07, 2015
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The Outreach Clinic is moving from Mallard Pointe to Prairie Lakes Hospital at 401 9th Ave Northwest. Dr. Jered Mancell will continue the Ear, Nose, and Throat Clinic at Mallard Pointe downstairs and Mallard Pointe Surgical Services will continue upstairs. Providers that are relocating to the 2nd Floor, West Wing of Prairie…
Fireworks Safety
Thursday, July 02, 2015
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The Fourth of July is a fun time to celebrate our nation's freedom with friends and family. A day at the lake, at a parade, grilling, and shooting off fireworks are traditions enjoyed by many. If you are shooting off your own fireworks this year, please be safe and use…
2015 Hospital Hill Run Results & Photos
Monday, June 15, 2015
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The 19th Annual Hospital Hill Run was held on Saturday, June 13th with 106 runners and 84 walkers participating in a 5k walk/run or a one-mile walk. Proceeds from this event will benefit the Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation’s Caring Club House. Overall winners in the 5k run were Jesse Kroupa…
Diabetes - Going Low
Tuesday, June 09, 2015
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5 Facts to know about Going Low: Having a low blood sugar can be a scary situation. According to the American Diabetes Association, Hypoglycemia is a condition characterized by abnormally low blood glucose (blood sugar) levels, usually less than 70 mg/dl. However, it is important to talk to your health care provider about your individual blood glucose targets, and…
Ladies, Laugh Freely
Monday, June 01, 2015
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It happens to about 1/3 of women; leaking when laughing, coughing, sneezing, and physical activities. It's an embarrassing topic, but it can affect everyday life. Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) is the most common type of urine leak. Leakage can be a few drops or enough to soak through your clothes. To…
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