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David Feist, Physician's Assistant in Dermatology, Talks with KXLG About the Importance of Annual Skin Screening
Monday, November 14, 2022
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Our new Physician's Assistant in Dermatology, David Feist, recently spoke with KXLG about his own personal struggles with cystic acne which lead him to a profession in Dermatology. David has a long history with the Prairie Lakes Dermatology team and we're so proud to now have him with us full time. …
Home Care and Hospice Month
Wednesday, November 09, 2022
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During the month of November, the home care and hospice community honors the millions of nurses, home care aides, therapists, social workers, and support staff nation-wide who make a remarkable difference for the patients and families they serve. These heroic caregivers play a central role in our health care system…
Blood Mobile Coming to PLHS November 14th
Monday, November 07, 2022
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During this time of community, connection, and giving thanks please consider giving blood during the next Prairie Lakes Healthcare System Blood Drive in partnership with Community Blood Bank! The Blood Mobile will be parked outside of the Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm. Did you know,…
Prairie Lakes Welcomes New Speech Language Pathologist
Thursday, November 03, 2022
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is pleased to announce the recent addition of Speech Language Pathologist, Kirsten Blackwell to Rehabilitation Services. With the addition of Blackwell, Prairie Lakes Speech Therapy now has three Speech Language Pathologists that care for patients with conditions that affect speech, cognition, and swallowing. Blackwell grew…
Headaches: A Common or Complex Problem?
Thursday, November 03, 2022
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A headache is a very common condition that almost every person has experienced at least once in their lifetime. It’s most described as a throbbing pain in your head that seems like it won’t stop and seems to hinder your thoughts and actions. Despite being prevalent in society, headaches can…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Prairie Lakes Cancer Center is Here for You
Monday, October 24, 2022
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - a time to raise awareness of the rates, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of the most common form of cancer among women in the U.S. According to the CDC, 31% of cancers in American women is breast cancer- accounting for over 287,000 new cases…
A Newer Approach in Swallowing Rehabilitation
Thursday, October 20, 2022
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Prairie Lakes Health System is proud to offer a new treatment option for those who have difficulty swallowing, known as dysphagia. Speech-language pathologists at Prairie Lakes continue to assess and treat dysphagia via screenings, clinical evaluations, Modified Barium Swallow Studies and conventional treatment methods. Prairie Lakes Speech Therapy recently added…
Cooler Weather Not Only Brings Colds and Allergies - But Sinusitis Too!
Monday, October 17, 2022
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Not only does Fall bring cooler days, turning leaves, and crop harvesting, but unfortunately it also brings cold and flu, allergies, and sinus infections. What is Sinusitis? Sinus infections, also called sinusitis, occur when the lining of the sinuses become inflamed. These infections often occur after a viral cold, allergy…
Prairie Lakes Adds Two Therapists to Rehab Services
Saturday, October 15, 2022
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System welcomes Physical Therapist, Todd Hodenfield and Occupational Therapist, Chelsea Hodenfield to the Prairie Lakes family. The Hodenfields join the Rehab and Therapy Services team to provide individualized care plans for patients with rehabilitation, therapy, and recovery needs. Chelsea Hodenfield grew up in Sioux Falls and graduated…
Sherri Sellers Chats with KWAT About the Importance of Grief Support
Thursday, October 06, 2022
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Sherri Sellers, Spiritual Care Coordinator at Prairie Lakes Healthcare System, sat down with KWAT to share the benefits of grief support and why it is so incredibly important to get support while you're grieving - you don't have to go through it alone, nor should you. Sherri felt called by…
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