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Feuerstein Series to Feature R.J. Palacio - Postponed
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
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Event Postponed - new date to be announced: The 20th Annual Feuerstein Speaker Series featuring RJ Palacio scheduled for Tuesday, October 15 at Lake Area Tech is postponed due the speaker’s unexpected medical emergency. The event will be rescheduled to a later date and all tickets will be honored at…
Is your child's backpack too heavy?
Tuesday, August 06, 2019
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It’s back to school time once again. As schedules and routines become established we may find our children's backpacks becoming more and more heavy. The weight of their backpacks could be a cause for concern as injuries may result. Carrying backpacks, especially overloaded ones, can cause chronic back pain which…
Hospital Hill Run Committee Makes Donations
Wednesday, July 31, 2019
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Hospital Hill Run walkers and runners participated in the event to raise money for the Prairie Lakes Healthcare Foundation’s Caring Club House and Watertown D.A.S.H. The Caring Club House exists to meet the hospitality needs of out-of-town patients, families, and caregivers receiving services through Prairie Lakes Healthcare System. Funded and furnished completely through…
Welcome Dr. Haque, Pathologist
Monday, July 29, 2019
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System welcomes Pathologist Farah Haque, MD. Dr. Haque will serve patients through her work in Prairie Lakes Laboratory. As a pathologist, Dr. Haque is trained to examine samples of body tissue for diagnosing conditions. Dr. Haque is board certified in anatomic and clinical pathology. She completed her…
COPD Risk Factors
Tuesday, July 23, 2019
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Take a deep breath in – and out. Breathing isn’t easy for everyone, especially those with COPD. COPD stands for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and it’s talked about a lot these days for a good reason. According to the American Lung Association, the third leading cause of disease-related deaths in…
Prairie Lakes Elects New Board Member
Monday, July 15, 2019
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The Prairie Lakes Healthcare System Board of Directors elected officers and elected a new board member at its annual meeting in May. Officers are Chairman, Jim Redlinger of Redlinger Bros. Plumbing & Heating; Vice President, Robb Peterson of Glacial Lakes Rubber & Plastics; Secretary, Shan Kruse of Peterson Motors; Treasurer,…
Home Health Named a SHPBest “Superior Performer” Featured
Tuesday, July 02, 2019
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) is proud to announce Prairie Lakes Home Health has been recognized by Strategic Healthcare Programs (SHP) as a “Superior Performer” for achieving an overall patient satisfaction score that ranked in the top 20% of all eligible SHP clients for the 2018 calendar year. The annual SHPBest™ award…
Welcome Dr. Senne, Pulmonologist Featured
Thursday, June 20, 2019
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System welcomes Pulmonologist, Svien Senne, DO. Dr. Svien Senne, lung and respiratory specialist, will see pulmonary patients at Prairie Lakes Specialty Clinic. Dr. Senne received his medical degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency training in internal medicine and a fellowship in…
Your Hernia Questions, Answered
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
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Hernias are usually self-identified due to bulging, swelling, and/or pain. It’s important to consult your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms and they are affecting your daily life. Here are a few frequently asked questions about hernias that I’ve answered below. What is a hernia? A hernia is a hole that allows…
Prairie Lakes Names New Director of Marketing
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
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Prairie Lakes Healthcare System (PLHS) is pleased to announce the new Director of Marketing, Jennifer Bender. Bender holds an Associate’s Degree in Marketing, a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, and is projected to receive her Master’s Degree in Public Health. She has eight years marketing and public relations experience, with…
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