Press Releases

Nursing home residents connect with music

Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Nursing homes in Barron, Bloomer and Osseo recently were certified as Music and Memory facilities.

Prenatal breast-feeding class offered in Barron

Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Expectant women and their partners are invited to participate in a prenatal breast-feeding education class on June 6.

Free sports clinic for football kickers and punters

Mon, 20 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

For ages 12 and older at 6:30 p.m. Monday, June 3.

National honor for organ donation efforts earned

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

National Medal of Honor awarded for work to improve organ donation rates in Wisconsin.

Mayo Clinic Health System awarded national environmental honor

Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

2013 “Partner for Change, with Distinction” awarded by Practice Greenhealth.

Neurologist joins Eau Claire staff

Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Leonardo Fugoso, M.D., is the most recent addition to the Neurology Department in Eau Claire.

Physician assistant receives honors

Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

John Graykoski, recently named Distinguished Fellow of the American Academy of Physician Assistants and Senior Fellow of the Society of Emergency Medicine Physician Assistants.

Emergency medicine physician joins staff in Barron

Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

In addition to Eau Claire, Robert Wynkoop, M.D., now providing coverage in Barron.

Mother’s Day special for nurse practitioner who could have lost baby, own life from rare complication

Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

New mom Leanna Munoz has reason to celebrate this Mother’s Day.

Prenatal workshop and Caring for Baby class offered in Barron

Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

For expectant parents from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 18.

Psychologist joins Neurology team in Eau Claire

Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Dr. Bauste has special interest in psychological testing with academic concentrations in neuropsychology and health psychology.

Registered nurse named director

Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Jessica Hannusch named director of Surgical Prep & Recovery and Post Anesthesia Care Unit in Eau Claire.

Weight Management Services awarded gold standard certificate

Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Locations in Eau Claire and Rice Lake each received three HMR Gold Standard Certificates of Achievement.

Volunteers are stars at Northland

Tue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Volunteers were recognized at an appreciation brunch last week.

Camp Wabi offered for kids who struggle with obesity issues

Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Mayo Clinic Health System, YMCA partner to offer this 12-day summer camp program.

Stroke awareness promoted in May

Mon, 06 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Learn more about your risk for stroke and how you can prevent it.

Safety Camp '13 offered in Chippewa Falls and Eau Claire

Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Children can have fun and learn about safety at free camps.

Prenatal breast-feeding class offered in Barron

Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Expectant women and their partners are invited to participate in a prenatal breast-feeding education class on May 2.

Learn to quit smoking or using tobacco at free programs

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Programs offered in Eau Claire and Rice Lake.

Breast-feeding group to be held in Barron

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Pregnant women wanting to breast-feed or new moms currently breast-feeding are welcome to attend April 23.

Social worker earns National Kidney Foundation Merit Award

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Jessica Zeman recently earned a Merit Award from the Council of Nephrology Social Workers of the National Kidney Foundation.

Prom trauma simulations offered stop students from drinking and driving

Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

A simulated scene plays out annually at area high schools to raise awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving.

Free screening for runners

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Stop by during Eau Claire Marathon Expo May 3 and 4.

Prepare for college or build your resume by volunteering

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Volunteer opportunities can help students age 16 and older gain skills, confidence, meet college and job application requirements, and build their resume.

Children's play area is moving at Oakwood Mall

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

The play area closed April 9. Reopening is planned in July.

DAISY Award program expands at Mayo Clinic Health System

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Beginning in March, registered nurses at Red Cedar joined in participating.

Respiratory therapists receive preceptor awards

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Chad Spangberg and Lexie Bablick received recognition, and Jenny Sterzinger earned Preceptor of the Year.

Exercise program can help cancer recovery

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Rehabilitation Services staff in Rice Lake is offering a free six–week exercise program starting April 30.

Prenatal workshop and Caring for Baby class offered in Barron

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

For expectant parents from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 20.

‘Growing Up’ classes for boys, girls

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Classes are available in May 2013 in Eau Claire and Chippewa Falls.

Hospitalist joins Eau Claire staff

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Belmarie Roman, M.D., is a physician dedicated full time to taking care of patients admitted to the hospital.

Senior Center hosts free presentation on stress management April 5

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Linda Coffield, psychotherapist, will provide strategies to help seniors identify and manage stress in their lives.

Free smoking cessation classes begin in April

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500

An eight-session program will be offered on Tuesdays, starting April 16.

Dr. J. Chris Kerr Memorial Scholarship to benefit medical students

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500

$1,000 yearly scholarship available, renewable up to four years, for college students enrolled in medical school.

Massage class can help baby sleep better, fuss less

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500

The relationship between a parent and baby is enhanced and strengthened through the nurturing touch of infant massage.

Six-week Tai Chi classes begin in April

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500

In Barron, sessions run April 10 to May 17; in Rice Lake, April 9 to May 16.

Breast-feeding class offered in April

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Expectant women and their partners are invited to participate from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 4, in Barron.

Breast-feeding group held in Barron on March 26

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Pregnant women wanting to breast-feed or new moms currently breast-feeding are welcome to attend a free breast-feeding group discussion in Barron.

Mayo Clinic Health System and CVTC team up to help prevent teen driving accidents

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Teens can learn to be safer drivers with help of Car Control Class April 27 or April 28.

Sleep health important during daylight saving time and year-round

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0600

2013 National Sleep Awareness Week is from March 3 to 10.

Learn about cancer as chronic illness, attend CARE Fair

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Attend “Cancer — A Chronic Disease” talk on April 11 and CARE Fair April 13.

Colonoscopy myths debunked March 14

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Gastroenterologist Jaime Zighelboim, M.D., will lead a free presentation on colonoscopy myths.

Protect hands when snow blowing wet snow

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Each winter hundreds of people suffer mangling or amputation of their fingers or hands from improper handling of snowblowers.

Enjoy Spa Night and receive a mammogram

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Spa Night is offered from 4:45 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 9, at HERS Breast Center in Eau Claire.

Free running clinic offered on March 11

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Runners will learn how stride length can affect knee pain and watch a video analysis demonstration.

Physician receives hospice and palliative medicine certification

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Jim Roberts, M.D., medical director for Home Health & Hospice, received certification from the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Prenatal workshop and Caring for Baby class offered in Barron

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0600

For expectant parents from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 16.

Free golf clinic offered Feb. 25

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Physical therapist Mike Ramaeker, certified Titleist performance golf instructor, will discuss the No. 1 mistake golfers make in their swing.

Prenatal breast-feeding class offered in Barron March 7

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Expectant women and their partners are invited to participate in a prenatal breast-feeding education class from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 7, in the Peterson Conference Room at Mayo Clinic Health System – Northland in Barron.

Emergency medicine physician joins Eau Claire staff

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0600

Alina Hunt, M.D., joined the Menard Center for Emergency Care in Eau Claire.