News and Blog
Prairie Lakes Baby Café Coming January 2025!
Monday, December 09, 2024
Published in
News and Announcements
Prairie Lakes Maternal Child Health is excited to introduce the new Prairie Lakes Baby Café - a free and informal breastfeeding support group offering ongoing professional lactation care and intervention. The Baby Café will be available every Tuesday starting January 7th, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the…
Simple Recipe Swaps to Keep Your Holidays Healthy
Friday, December 06, 2024
Published in
Health & Wellness Blog
Just because it's the holiday season, doesn't mean you need to toss your healthy lifestyle over the next few weeks. You've done a lot of work lately in making healthy choices, eating right, moving your body, and staying hydrated. Don't give up now! With these simple recipe swaps, you can…
Celebrate the Holidays Mindfully
Friday, December 06, 2024
Published in
Health & Wellness Blog
During the holiday season, it's important to remember that you have the freedom to enjoy your meals in a way that feels right for you. Here are some suggestions for a balanced approach to holiday feasting: Don’t skip meals the day before an event revolving around food. Don’t skip breakfast…
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System to participate in American Heart Association initiative to expand and enhance stroke care
Thursday, December 05, 2024
Published in
News and Announcements
Mission: Lifeline Stroke initiative will support quality of care across the full stroke system WATERTOWN, S.D. – December 6, 2024 – Prairie Lakes Healthcare System has committed to participation in Mission: Lifeline Stroke, a statewide initiative of the American Heart Association to strengthen the full spectrum of stroke care across…
Benefits of Visiting Convenience Care
Wednesday, December 04, 2024
Published in
Health & Wellness Blog
Have a nasty cold? Slipped on the ice and bumped your elbow? Child tripped at school and sprained their ankle? Cut your finger prepping a holiday feast? Convenience Care is here to help! Earlier this year, Prairie Lakes Healthcare System opened Convenience Care – a walk-in healthcare clinic located at…
Prairie Lakes Healthcare System and Watertown Area Community Foundation Partner to Address Homelessness in Watertown
Wednesday, December 04, 2024
Published in
News and Announcements
Watertown, SD – December 4, 2024 – Prairie Lakes Healthcare System and the Watertown Area Community Foundation are joining forces to support Watertown Cares in its mission to fight homelessness in the community. Together, these organizations are announcing their backing of Watertown Cares’ latest awareness and fundraising campaign, SOS: Sam…
Enjoy the Foundation Tree at the Annual Watertown Area Foundation Christmas Tree Fundraiser
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Published in
News and Announcements
Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation was lucky enough to be selected to decorate a tree for all to enjoy – and they need your support by selecting their tree as your favorite! Each year the Watertown Area Community Foundation randomly selects fifteen (15) area non-profit organizations to be featured in their…
National Influenza Vaccination Week: Reminder to Get Vaccinated!
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Published in
News and Announcements
National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) runs December 2nd - December 6th! This week is a critical opportunity to remind everyone 6 months and older that there's still time to protect themselves and their loved ones from flu this flu season by getting their annual flu vaccine if they have not…
Take the Pledge "To Get There" Safely This Holiday Season
Monday, November 25, 2024
Published in
Health & Wellness Blog
Human Service Agency has partnered with MADD to ensure more people can get to their holiday festivities safely to share special moments and make cherished memories with their loved ones. Every day there are 347,000 incidents of drunk driving. From Dec 1 through 31, that means there will be almost…
Diabetes: What Is It and Do You Have It?
Monday, November 25, 2024
Published in
Health & Wellness Blog
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar, also known as glucose. Glucose comes from food and serves as the main source of fuel for the body. In people with diabetes, the body either doesn't produce enough of a hormone called insulin or…
We can help you find a doctor. Call 605-882-7000 or search online.