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What is hyperbaric oxygen therapy? Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, also called HBO therapy, involves breathing 100% oxygen in a pressurized environment. Why is a hyperbaric oxygen chamber beneficial for wound care? […]
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Cy and Ramona Nelson of Decorah have established the Dr. Kevin Locke EMS Provider Endowment Fund with the Winneshiek County Community Foundation, an affiliate of the Community Foundation of Northeast […]
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January is National Radon Awareness Month. While most people are familiar with the concept of radon, many are unaware of what a serious health problem radon represents to our community. […]
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WinnMed has awarded Home Health and Hospice RN, Nicole Reicks, the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, recognizing her exceptional commitment to providing knowledgeable and compassionate care to her patients and […]
read moreInfluenza season is approaching and it is an important and effective prevention strategy to get a flu shot. When should I get a flu shot and how long does it […]
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Are you one of the 10%? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 10% of all US patients report having an allergic reaction to a penicillin […]
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