health

Balance class tackles fear of falling

Feb 23, 2017

People who have turned down a chance to go out with family or friends because they were concerned about falling, who have cut down on a favorite activity because they might fall, or are taking medications that may increase the risk of falling are encouraged to attend “A Matter of Balance: Managing...

Only 3 spots left in arthritis exercise class

Jan 12, 2017

There are just three participant openings left for the “Fit and Strong!” exercise class being offered at St. Mary’s of the Lake Catholic Church, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to noon beginning January 31 and continuing for 12 weeks until April 27. The free class combines flexibility,...

Free exercise class open to arthritis sufferers of all ages

Dec 29, 2016

A free, low-impact exercise class for arthritis sufferers is held Monday and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. in the dining room at Lake Pepin Plaza in Lake City. Its open to anyone with arthritis, regardless of age, instructor Nancy Meyers said. Developed by the Arthritis Foundation, the...

Eight bad reasons to avoid a flu shot

Sep 8, 2016

Everyone is at risk of getting influenza (“the flu”) during flu season, which is typically from December through March. Influenza is a respiratory virus that causes an illness many people never forget once they’ve had it. Some say they felt like they were hit by a semi-truck and were wiped out...

Facts about the zika virus

Sep 8, 2016

It’s hard to not have heard about the Zika virus, as it frequently dominates news headlines. As a Minnesotan, sometimes it’s harder to see the connections between a hot climate disease and our temperate climate. September is National Preparedness Month, so now is a good a time as any to review...

Health alliance gets new CFO

Aug 17, 2016

South Country Health Alliance (SCHA) has announced the appointment of Scott Schufman as chief financial officer (CFO). Schufman comes to the company with an extensive background in finance and business operations and experience in health care and Managed Care Organizations.“South Country Health...

Clinics cited for top care in some fields

Aug 10, 2016

The Minnesota Health Action Group (The Action Group) has announced Mayo Clinic Health System sites among 276 Minnesota and border-state clinics are being recognized for delivering optimal care and achieving optimal care measures. The recognition is part of the 2016 Minnesota Bridges to Excellence...

Hypnotist to offer seminar May 31

May 19, 2016

Leslie Reynolds, in conjunction with the non-profit organization Health Awareness Clinics will be conducting a free to the public hypnosis seminar. The seminar (a $5 donation is appreciated) will be at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 31, at the AmericInn located at 1615 N. Lakeshore Dr. in Lake City. Anyone...

Lake City man among six honored for assisting heart attack victim

Apr 28, 2016

Two months after helping save the life of a St. Charles woman who had collapsed while attending her granddaughter’s seventh grade girls basketball game in Wabasha, the rest of that group involved were honored at the Wabasha-Kellogg (W-K) School Board meeting last Wednesday evening. Wabasha Police...

Letters: Grateful to legislators for support for childhood health

Apr 13, 2016

To the editor: We want to thank State Rep. Tim Kelly and State Sen. Matt Schmit for meeting with us and local volunteers recently to discuss ways to increase active living and physical activity among Minnesota youth. As part of the Minnesotans for Healthy Kids Coalition Day at the Capitol, we...