Archive - 2021

posted on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 Are you looking to press the reset button on your health for 2022? How you approach a lifestyle change determines how successful you will be at accomplishing this goal. In our recent blog, we go over 10 key steps provided by the American Heart Association for evidence-based dietary guidance to promote cardiovascular health as well as other small changes that promote healthy new behaviors.

posted by DeeAnn Vaage on Friday, December 17, 2021 Getting a flu shot is the best way to protect yourself and ones we care for from flu and its potentially serious complications. There is still time to protect against flu. With the holidays almost here, and while that means more opportunities for spreading holiday cheer, there is also more opportunity for spreading flu and other respiratory viruses.

posted by Darlene DeWitt, MS, RD, LD on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 This year, everyone is definitely looking for something to celebrate this holiday season. Celebration does not have to lead to holiday weight gain. With a little planning and preparation, you can savor the holidays and still manage to lighten up!

posted by Laura Manwarren on Friday, December 3, 2021 Cold and flu season has arrived and with an increase in illness brings an increase of phones calls and visits to the Spencer Hospital Emergency Department. While it's important for people to check with their local healthcare teams when they have concerns, it is also important for people, especially parents, to know what symptoms to look for and how they can help treat the illness at home.

posted by Chelsea Reed on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 November is recognized as National Home Health & Hospice Month - a time to spread awareness about the benefits of home health and hospice care to improve the quality of life for patients that are in their final stages of life and provide support to their loved ones during their end-of-life journey.