HEALTH
A lesson on bullying
A lyceum was held at Hillcrest Elementary School Feb. 26. McDonald’s sponsored the lyceum, which included a visit from Ronald McDonald.
March 03, 2010
The Scene (March 2)
March 02, 2010
Letter: Program challenges girls to be best they can be, she says 
TO THE EDITOR: Registration is now open for the Girls on the Run Program for girls in grades third through fifth after school at Prairie View Elementary.
By Laurie Andrews, GOTR-Bluff Country Board Member, Hager City , February 24, 2010
Pierce County named one of the top 10 healthiest counties in the state
A study released Wednesday showed Pierce County as one of the top 10 healthiest counties in Wisconsin.
February 17, 2010
Second Dane County resident dies from meningitis
Wisconsin News- Dane County health officials say there is no cause for alarm, after two young people died from bacterial meningitis this month.
February 16, 2010
Bad economy is causing drop in ambulance usage
Wisconsin News- More folks hesitate to get medical help during this recession – and at least some Wisconsin ambulance services are feeling the effects.
February 15, 2010
Wisconsin above national average in vaccinations
Wisconsin News- Wisconsin is above the national average in the number of kids being vaccinated for measles, mumps, and rubella – in spite of past concerns over whether the shots are safe.
February 09, 2010
New sex education bill passes State Senate
Wisconsin News- If a public school teaches sex education, it will soon have to teach kids about birth control and sexually transmitted diseases if it doesn’t already. The Wisconsin Senate passed the bill on an 18-15 party line yesterday with all Republicans voting no. The bill now goes to Governor Jim Doyle, who says he’ll sign it.
January 29, 2010
Grants available for health care programs
River Falls Area Hospital Foundation has released a request for proposals from local programs that improve access to health care.
January 18, 2010
Aurora Heath Care being sued for releasing private info
Wisconsin News- One of Wisconsin’s largest health providers is being sued, for releasing private medical information of patients who file bankruptcy claims.
January 04, 2010
Melstroms give time, selves to bloodmobile in Ellsworth
Whether it’s on the front lines or behind the scenes, Perry and Dorene Melstrom support the American Red Cross Bloodmobile whenever it visits Ellsworth.
By Bill Kirk , December 21, 2009
Wellness Day in Spring Valley Dec. 12
SPRING VALLEY—Wellness providers, social justice organizations and vendors of wellness products will come together this Saturday to display health and wellness related products and services in the community.
December 09, 2009
Hair removal specialist opens Ellsworth location
Jill Bjorkman showed the space which has been converted for Softouch Electrolysis and Body Waxing, in the Ellsworth building most recently housing the former Guardianship Diversified Services.
December 04, 2009
Hair removal specialist opens Ellsworth location
Jill Bjorkman showed the space which has been converted for Softouch Electrolysis and Body Waxing, in the Ellsworth building most recently housing the former Guardianship Diversified Services.
By Bill Kirk , December 04, 2009
Plans expanded for flu clinics opening
Beginning this Thursday, the Wisconsin Division of Public Health will expand the targeted high risk groups of people who can receive the H1N1 influenza vaccine, according to information from the Pierce County Public Health Department.
November 18, 2009
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