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- CDC: Swine flu Cases Seem To Be Dropping In US
Health officials say swine flu cases appear to declining throughout most of the U.S., but the specter of Thanksgiving gatherings next week makes it hard to predict what will happen next.
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- Aspirus Wausau Hospital Holding Public Forum On New Breast Health Recommendations
Aspirus Wausau Hospital is holding a public health forum today.
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- Local Doctors to Answer Questions About Breast Exam Guidelines
Aspirus Wausau Hospital will hold a public forum regarding the government's new mammogram guidelines. It starts at 7 p.m. Thursday.
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- Thinking of Quitting Smoking? Perhaps You Should Try Thursday
If you have been thinking about quitting smoking, Thursday may be the day to try it. Thursday is the American Cancer Society’s annual Great American Smokeout.
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- Wisconsin Medical Examining Board Adds New Jobs, Help With Backlog
The Wisconsin Medical Examining board is also adding new jobs.
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- Top 10 Unsafe Toys this Holiday Season
The list is out of the ten worst toys as the holiday season nears. The group, People at World Against Toys Causing Harm, makes the list. It includes the X-Men Origins Slashin' Action Wolverine that they say could cause an eye injury, the Wall-E Foam Rocket Launcher, and Curious Baby Curious George Counting - My First Book of Numbers.
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- Better Watch Out, Better Not Cough: Santas Lobby For Swine Flu Vaccine
Never mind flying, steep roofs and shinnying down chimneys, some Santas are worried about catching swine flu from kids.
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- A Third Portage County Resident Dies From H1N1
Officials In Portage County have confirmed another H1N1 related death in less than a month. The Health Department reports the victim did not have underlying health condition.
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- Wis. Confirms 11 Swine Flu Deaths In Last Week
State health officials are confirming 11 more deaths related to the swine flu in Wisconsin.
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- State Health Department Says Swine Flu Has Hit Peak
It appears the H1N1 flu virus has hit its peak in Wisconsin.
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- Madison Has Extra Doses of H1N1 Vaccine
Thousands of extra doses of the H1N1 vaccine in Madison are allowing health care workers to distribute it to a wider group of people.
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- New Guidelines For Breast Cancer Detection Surprising
New guidelines from a government task force say women should start getting mammograms at age 50, not 40 as recommended before. They should also have them every other year rather than annually. And self-breast exams may not be effective.
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- Marathon County Health Department Announces Dates For H1N1 Flu Vaccine Clinics
The Marathon County Health Department is announcing dates for H1N1 flu vaccination clinics.
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- NBA Launches Program to Keep Kids Fit
The NBA is launching a program to help keep kids fit. Charlotte Bobcats center Tyson Chandler joined Jeff Thelen Tuesday morning to talk about the NBA/WNBA Fit Challenge.
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- Vilas County Health Dept. Changes Time For Courthouse H1N1 Vaccine Clinic
The Vilas County Health Department has changed the time of the H1N1 flu vaccine clinic at the county's courthouse. - Vilas County Health Department Holding H1N1 Flu Vaccine Clinic
The Vilas County Health Department is holding an H1N1 flu vaccine clinic.
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- Prostate, Breast Cancers Most Common in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Prostate cancer in men and breast cancer in women were the most common cancers between 2002 and 2006 in Wisconsin.
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- Number of Births Declines Slightly in Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Slightly fewer babies were born last year in Wisconsin compared to 2007.
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- Rep. Obey: Health Care Reform His Hardest Fight
WAUSAU, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin representative who has served 40 years in Congress says passing the health care reform bill has been the most difficult legislative fight of his career.
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- Rep. Obey Talks Health Care
Representative Obey stopped by NewsChannel 7 Tuesday. He says the bill will provide health insurance to 36 million people who don't have it, while changing the way doctors and hospitals are paid.
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- Feeding Children Good Germs May Help Slow Down Swine Flu
You may be able to help your child keep the swine flu at bay by feeding them certain edible germs.
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- Gov. Doyle Won't Get Vaccinated for H1N1
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Gov. Jim Doyle says he has not gotten vaccinated for swine flu and probably won't.
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- Adams County Offering Children's H1N1 Vaccines
Adams County Public Health is offering H1N1 injectable and nasal mist vaccine for children, the health department announced.
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- Gov. Doyle Talks Health Care with Pres. Obama
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Gov. Jim Doyle says he talked with President Barack Obama about the economy and how federal health care reform will affect Wisconsin during a private meeting in the White House on Thursday.
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- Is the H1N1 Vaccine Safe? Experts Sound Off
Many of you have questions about the safety of the H1N1 vaccine. While the medical community overwhelmingly supports the vaccine as safe, some still say enough hasn't been done to ensure its safety.
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- Time to Sign up for Jingle Bell Run/Walk
The Jingle Bell Run/Walk for the Arthritis Foundation is set for December 12 in Wausau. But the time to sign up is now.
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- Wisconsin's Death Toll From H1N1 Continues to Rise
The total number of Wisconsin residents who have died from the H1N1 virus since spring is now up to 16.
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- Flu Holds Steady at UW; More Than 1,100 Cases in Semester
Flu cases on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus held steady last week, according to the weekly flu report from University Health Services.
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- Swine Flu Vaccine Coming Soon to UW-Eau Claire Campus
College students are very mobile people, always on the go and often, running on less than a healthy amount of sleep. And health experts say that makes them more susceptible to getting sick.
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- Kenosha County Reports 1st Swine-Flu-Related Death
KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) -- The Kenosha County health department says the death of a local adult is related to the swine-flu virus.
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- Wood County School Vaccine Clinics Canceled
Wood County won't be setting up in-school clinics for students to receive H1N1 shots.
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- Saint Michael's Hospital In Stevens Point Restricting Visitors Due To Flu
It isn't just schools asking people who are feeling ill to stay home.
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- School Districts In Northcentral Wisconsin Keep Close Eye On Flu
School districts across Northcentral Wisconsin are keeping a close eye on students coming down with flu symptoms.
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- Birth Center At Local Hospital Restricts Visitors
The Family Birth Center at Saint Clare's is temporarily restricting visitors until further notice.
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- Marathon County Health Department: H1N1 Vaccine Limited
The H1N1 vaccine is in very limited to supply.
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- Sanitizer Sales Are Up
You might have a bottle of it on your desk or next to your bathroom sink. Either way, hand sanitizer has become a big seller.
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- 17 Schools Close in October due To Flu-Like Illness
Three schools closed in Wisconsin on Thursday because of influenza-like illness, bringing the total number to 17 individual schools or entire school districts that have been closed at some point this month because of the flu.
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- Aspirus Gives Women A Unique Way To Receive Their Mammograms
Women in our area don't always have to go to their doctor's office to get a mammogram.
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- First Batch of H1N1 Vaccine Distributed in Western Wisconsin
The first batches of the H1N1 vaccine in Wisconsin are being distributed this week.
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- USDA Confirms H1N1 in Minnesota Pigs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture says at least one pig from Minnesota has tested positive for the H1N1 virus, the first case of a pig contracting the virus in the United States.
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- Cargill Meat Solutions Recalls Beef Tongues
A Cargill Meat Solutions plant in Milwaukee is voluntarily recalling over 5,500 pounds of beef tongues because the tonsils may not have been completely removed.
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- Families Say ‘Boo to the Flu’
Aspirus Wausau Hospital attempts to take the spook out of shots for area children.
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- 1-Year-Old Girl Latest Victim of Swine Flu in Wisconsin
CASHTON, Wis. (AP) -- A family member has identified the victim of swine flu in Monroe County as a 1-year-old child from Cashton.
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- H1N1 Outbreak Closes Medford Schools
The Medford School District will close at the end of the day today due to an H1N1 outbreak.
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- 9 Foods That Reduce Stress
Reach for these items next time you're feeling under pressure, under the weather, or just too close to that breaking point. Munching on these stress-free foods will help pull you back into the game. - Applications Rolling in For State Health Care Program
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Thousands of low-income childless adults applied to get into Wisconsin's insurance program for them before the noon Friday deadline when enrollment was frozen.
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- Dogs: Just What the Doctor Ordered
It’s been said that dog saliva can cure a broken heart, but some dogs in our area are also proving they can help your health.
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- Democrats to Push Mental Health Insurance Bill
MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Democratic lawmakers say they'll introduce a bill to improve insurance coverage for the mentally ill and drug addicts.
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- Interactive Web Site Designed To Help Diagnose Your Flu Symptoms
An interactive Web site is being offered to help people decide just how bad their flu symptoms are.
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- H1N1 Vaccine On the Way This Week
The first batch of H1N1 vaccines will be hitting our area by the end of this week.
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Aspirus Health Beat 7 helps you make better health care decisions with news about the latest medical breakthroughs, research and technology. Tune in for information about exciting new care options you and your family can access right here in central Wisconsin through Aspirus doctors, services and the Wausau Hospital.
August 3, 2009
New Radiation Therapy Shortens Breast Cancer
Darryl Barton, MD ARCC
Health Beat: New Radiation Therapy Shortens Breast CancerAugust 10, 2009
LIpasorber
German Lorrain, MD AHVI
August 17, 2009
Level 2 Trauma Center
Jenny Larson, MD AWH
Health Beat: Level II Trauma CenterAugust 24, 2009
Kohl's Safety Center
Michelle Armstrong, AWH
August 31, 2009
SaferTreatment for Barrett's Esophagus (HALO)
Christopher Young, MD GI
Health Beat: SaferTreatment for Barrett's EsophagusSeptember 7, 2009
2009 HealthGrades Women's Health Excellence Award
Sherri Holmes
Health Beat: 2009 HealthGrades Women's Health Excellence AwardSeptember 14, 2009
Single Room Care Newborn ICU
Sue McDonald, RN
Health Beat: Single Room Care NICUSeptember 21, 2009
New Lumbar Fusion Surgery
Dr. Beaumont and Dr. Brunch
Health Beat : New Lumbar Fusion SurgerySeptember 28, 2009
Nurse Navigator Assists Women
Chris Hanke, RN
Health Beat: Nurse Navigator Assists WomenOctober 5, 2009
Hospice Services Expand to Rhinelander
Jean Bergener
October 12, 2009
Adolescent Scoliosis
Dr. John Hugus
October 19, 2009
XOFT for Gynecologic Cancer
Dr. Tod Speer
October 26, 2009
AHVI Program Expands to MHC
Dr. Luetmer and Kaaron Keene
November 2, 2009
Heart Valve Surgery
Dr. Ronald Miles
November 9, 2009
Major Causes of Traumatic Injuries
Dr. Jenny Larson
Health Beat : Major Causes of Traumatic InjuriesNovember 16, 2009
Aspirus Safety Center Expands
Michelle Armstrong
November 23, 2009
Vitamin D Update
Dr. Hilary Bingol
November 30, 2009
New Cosmetic Procedures
Dr. Katharina Hahn
December 7, 2009
Improved Care for Seniors
Paula Brabec, RN
December 14, 2009
Beating Heart Surgery
Fernando Riveron, M.D.
December 21, 2009
Bar-Code System Supports Patient Safety
Joni Hahn, RN
December 28, 2009
Confusion Problems in Seniors
Paula Brabec, RN
January 4, 2010
Team Helps Women With Abnormal Bleeding
Paul Kerns, M.D.
January 11, 2010
Innovations In Joint Replacement Surgery
Daniel Seybold, M.D. & Daniel Priebe, M.D.
January 18, 2010
Personalized Cancer Care
Christopher Peterson, M.D.
January 25, 2010
Pain Relief For Facial Shingles
Mazin Ellias, M.D.
February 1, 2010
3-D Technology Advances Heart Diagnostics
Germain Larrain, M.D.
February 8, 2010
Transporting Critically Ill Newborns
Sue McDonald, RN & Jason Keffeler, RN
February 15, 2010
Wireless Pacemaker Technology
Mark Hoffmann, M.D.
February 22, 2010
Treatment Options for Disc Herniation
Todd Fairchild, M.D.
March 1, 2010
Infertility Testing and Artificial Insemination
Jennifer Mullen, Nurse Practitioner
March 8, 2010
Injection Therapy for Low Back Pain
Luke Budleski, M.D.
March 15, 2010
Minimally Invasive Colon Surgery
Steve Weiland, M.D.
