Setting Kids up to Succeed
Sports and physical activities are more than just fun and games for school-aged children. Engaging in structured physical activity can have profound effects on a child’s physical health, mental well-being, social skills, and academic performance.
Helping Your Child Manage Their Anxiety
Anxiety disorders are one of the most common mental health disorders and can begin in childhood. Signs of anxiety in childhood may include excessive worrying and difficulty controlling those worries along with other symptoms such as difficulty sleeping, being more fidgety, easily angered, or having a hard time concentrating. Talking to your child about anxiety […]
Prioritizing Men’s Health
June marks the start of Men’s Health Month, a time dedicated spreading awareness on issues surrounding men’s health and well-being. Understanding commonly faced issues for men and their risk factors can empower men to prioritize preventative care.
National Savings Day
Celebrated annually on Wednesday, October 12th, National Savings Day reminds people of the importance of savings, as it can be an essential function to live a healthy life. The increase in gas, food, and other essential items has altered many aspects of everyday life, making people question if they really need to take that vacation, […]
Getting Ahead of Flu Season
The weather is getting colder, the days are getting shorter, and that only means one thing. Winter and flu season are right around the corner. To be prepared for the impending sickness that is bound to take over your household, there are a few different activities you can complete to be better prepared and stay […]
Who Can Provide Diabetic Care
Eye Center, Southwest Health If you have Type 2 Diabetes, like 10% of US adults, you may have an understanding of the importance of eye care. If left untreated or undetected, diabetes can cause severe vision problems and possibly even blindness. Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness in adults aged 20 to 74, and […]
Now’s the Time to Schedule Your Mammogram
Melissa Ebbinghouse, Lead Mammography Tech With Breast Cancer Awareness Month, now is the time to schedule your mammogram. Breast cancer screening in southwest Wisconsin took a giant leap forward with the addition of revolutionary 3D digital mammography technology at Southwest Health. The 3D breast imaging system produces three-dimensional views of breast tissue. It helps doctors […]
HRO & The Zero Suicide Initiative
Kate Bergmann, Safety and Risk Coordinator, Southwest Health Every day, suicide affects hundreds of lives across the globe. It robs families of loved ones, young ones of their futures, workplaces of their colleagues, and communities of their people. Zero Suicide is the belief that no suicide is fated. Deaths by suicide are preventable for individuals […]
How to Help
We all have a role to play in preventing suicide. Have you ever heard someone talk about wanting to take their own life? When someone talks about suicide, it can be challenging to know what to do, what to say, or how to help. At Southwest Health, we believe in ‘zero suicide’, and we all […]
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Suicide has touched the lives of almost every American. Many know someone who has died by suicide, whether it’s a coworker, friend or family member. Over the past two decades, suicide rates have steadily risen in the United States and are currently ranked 12th as a cause of death among all ages. What’s important to […]
