Welcome Baby Abel
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Name Abel Date of Birth May 24, 2017 Time 6:01 P.M. Weight 7 lb 14 oz Length 19 1.4 in Parents Catalin [read more]
6 gotta-dos to avoid sports injuries
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The last thing anyone wants is to be laid up for weeks or months with a sports injury. You want to enjoy your sport, not your sofa and a pack of ice. Although there is no fool-proof way to avoid all issues when you’re active, you can reduce your risks. Nix the idea of just [read more]
With Small Steps Came Big Rewards
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by Amanda Sternquist, Marketing Assistant at Southwest Health All my life I’ve struggled with my weight. I’ve tried countless diets and programs which have inevitably failed me, never losing more than 10 or 15 pounds each time. I’m the type of person who vehemently despises working out, and I love food. At one point, after [read more]
Start Your Summer Story Here
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Summer comes, and your hair and your heart get lighter. Water gets warmer. Drinks get cold. Windows open. Music gets turned up. And nights get longer. Throughout our lives, the wonder of each summer always comes with its own story. As the sun shines and green things grow, every one of us, no matter our [read more]
Making It Easier to Talk about Mental Health; SBS “Says It Out Loud” with Art Contest
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One if four adults – about 60 million Americans – experiences a mental health disorder in a given year. One in 17 adult lives with a serious mental illness, such as schizophrenia, depression, or bipolar disorder. One in 10 children lives with a serious mental or emotional disorder. Despite the impact of mental illness on [read more]
Strawberries are a sign of Spring!
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by Joan Bahr, MS RD CDE, Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator at Southwest Health Imagine a plump, succulent, beautiful red strawberry! Is your mouth watering? Strawberries are a delicious fruit – but did you know they are also VERY nutritious? First, here’s some strawberry facts that might shock you! Ninety percent of US households eat [read more]
Eat To Remember: The 10 best foods for a quick mind and strong body
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by Healthbeat Committee at Southwest Health You think of food to fuel your workouts, but it also can improve your brainpower! A study from Rush University in Chicago found that adults who followed a heart-healthy diet reduced their risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease by 50% compared to those who didn’t. The diet, a hybrid of [read more]
Are Our Children, The Ambassadors of Our Future, At Risk?
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by Valerie Herber, APNP, PMHNP-BC, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at Southwest Behavioral Services “Marijuana is harmless!”, “I won’t get addicted!”, “Everyone is doing it!” or even, “I could be doing worse!” If you’re a parent of a teenager who is using marijuana or you accidentally fell upon your child’s “stash” while cleaning or looking [read more]
Pipe Full of Focus
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by Jaime Collins, Director of Marketing and Communications at Southwest Health | My ignorance is sometimes a big plus. On specific occasions, I find it very helpful to dredge up some inner unawareness. Which is totally not hard for me, but the thing is, with it I can do just about anything. It’s a matter [read more]
Medical Care for Your Children
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by Jessica Schmid, DO at The Platteville Clinic at Southwest Health | The health and well-being of a child is always on your mind if you’re a parent. It’s only natural to want the best for your children. Finding a doctor you trust to help with the care of your child can often be a [read more]