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Labor Day Recipe: Chipotle Chicken Quinoa Burrito Bowl

Tuesday, August 30, 2022
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
There is no laboring over this quick, delicious and nutritious recipe! Just because tomorrow is a national holiday, doesn't mean you should take a day off from your healthy lifestyle. This tasty treat will delight the entire family and also help you to stay on track toward your health and…

Prairie Lakes Names New Facilities Director

Saturday, August 27, 2022
Published in News and Announcements
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) named Josh Dahl as the new Director of Facilities. He replaces Rick Masloski upon his retirement after he dedicated 10 years to Prairie Lakes. Dahl plans, directs, supervises, and evaluates the infrastructure and physical plant management at PLHS. Dahl joined Prairie Lakes in 2015 as…

Prairie Lakes Elects Two New Board Members

Thursday, August 25, 2022
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The Prairie Lakes Healthcare System Board of Directors has elected Diane Stiles and Jesse Peterson to serve on the board. They bring diverse leadership experiences to the Board of Directors and will each serve a 3-year term.  Diane Stiles has 15 years of experience in technical education and economic development…

Back to School Vaccination Checklist

Friday, August 19, 2022
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
As families throughout the Watertown area start to prepare to send their children back to school for the 2022-2023 school year, it is also a good time to schedule routine vaccinations to ensure your family is safe all year long. With school back in session, we must remain diligent in…

Thursday's Blood Drive At Prairie Lakes Healthcare System Helps 99 Local Patients!

Friday, August 19, 2022
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System partnered with Community Blood Bank for a very successful Blood Drive today receiving 33 blood donations that will then go to help 99 patients in need in the Watertown community! Thank you to everybody that participated in either donating blood or helping to make this event…

Core 4 Program by Sodexo, Gain a Healthy Lifestyle-Early Bird Discount until 9/4

Thursday, August 18, 2022
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
Change your lifestyle, change your eating habits, change your attitude and change your life! Core4 is offered in two different one hour sessions. One at 12pm and one at 5:30pm every Tuesday starting September 13th. Effective weight management isn’t just about losing pounds. It’s about gaining a healthier, more rewarding lifestyle.…

Healthy Eating Habits at Boys & Girls Club

Wednesday, August 17, 2022
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The Prairie Lakes Nutritional Services team at Sodexo was part of summer programming at the Boys & Girls Club of Watertown this summer! They focused on teaching children of all age ranges the importance of eating right, balancing your nutrition, and learning about foods that can be just as nutritious…

Quick & Easy Back to School Meal: Beef & Bean Burritos

Monday, August 15, 2022
Published in Health & Wellness Blog
The kids are going back to school which means back to hectic schedules: earlier bedtimes, homework, and after-school activities. Here is a quick & easy meal that is nutritious and everybody in the family will love. You can even make a double or triple batch and refrigerate or freeze for…

Shauna V. Speaks with KXLG about the Benefits of Joining the Cancer Support Group

Friday, August 12, 2022
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Recently, Shauna VanDusseldorp from the Prairie Lakes Cancer Center spoke with KXLG Radio about the powerful connection provided by the Cancer Support Group. This is a free group that meets each month to offer advice, guidance, encouragement, and support to those going through cancer treatment and their loved ones. Listen…

Prairie Lakes Welcomes Dr. Ravi Kalaga to Cardiology

Friday, August 12, 2022
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System is pleased to welcome board-certified Interventional Cardiologist, Ravi Kalaga, MD to our team of dedicated heart specialists. Dr. Kalaga sees patients at the Prairie Lakes Cardiology Clinic and Cath Lab where he joins Dr. Richard Howard and Jacklyn Karli, DNP in the expert care of hearts.…