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Avera announces that Mara Groom, DO, MBA, has been named the new Chief Medical Officer for Avera Medical Group, Avera’s physician and advanced practice provider group. Dr. Groom …

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Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) is taking proactive steps to address the current shortage of intravenous (IV) and peritoneal fluids following the temporary closure of Baxter International’s largest manufacturing …

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Influenza is a serious illness. For some, the flu leads to hospitalization and even death. It can be especially serious among young children, older adults, and people with …

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The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was passed in 2010 and places a significant focus on community-based prevention, requiring nonprofit hospitals such as Lakes Regional Healthcare (LRH) …

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It can cost you money not to review your Medicare Part D drug coverage annually. In one hour, a Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) counselor can complete …

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In recognition of their contributions to patient care, Lakes Regional Healthcare is observing National Surgical Technologist Week from September 15 through 21, 2024. Surgical Technologists play a critical …

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Fall sports are an exciting time for the entire community, and local sports specialists want to ensure it’s a safe one for the athletes themselves. Local medical professionals …

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Area outbreaks of swimmer’s itch usually start to appear in early July every summer. Lakes Regional Healthcare urges people to understand how to prevent, recognize symptoms of, and …

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June 13-19, 2024, marks National Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) Week. Lakes Regional Healthcare wants to recognize the team members that provide care to people within the hospital setting …

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Will you be eligible for Medicare in the near future? Have you been on Medicare for a while and want to better understand what it offers? Do you …

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