Paul Meznarich 715-838-5805 EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — Jackie Dutton knew she wanted to lose weight. She already had high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Then came the death of her mother from heart disease. And finally the diagnosis of type II diabetes. “I knew my weight was killing me,” she said. “I had these beautiful [...]
Archive for January, 2010
A New Year’s resolution with resolve
Posted in News Releases, tagged Diane Dressel, Luther Midelfort, luther midelfort news, registered dietitian, weight loss, Weight Management Services on Monday, January 11, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Get your shots in honor of National Influenza Vaccination Week
Posted in News Releases on Monday, January 11, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Susan Barber Lindquist 715-838-3012 EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — The week of January 10 to 16 marks this season’s National Influenza Vaccination Week, a national observance to highlight the importance of continuing influenza vaccination beyond the holiday season, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. All people 6 months and older are encouraged to [...]
Sleep disorders group to hold vendor fair, nurse practitioner discussion
Posted in News Releases on Thursday, January 7, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Susan Barber Lindquist 715-838-3012 EAU CLAIRE, Wis. — The A.W.A.K.E. Sleep Disorders Support Group will hold a vendor fair during its meeting from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, at Luther Midelfort, Dining Conference Room 1, lower level, 1221 Whipple St. Free parking is available in the ramp. Bring in your CPAP or [...]
Cholesterol: An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure
Posted in News Releases on Monday, January 4, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Contact: Susan Barber Lindquist 715-838-3012 EAU CLAIRE, Wis. –– When it comes to cholesterol, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. That’s the title of a talk by Susan Pope, a nurse practitioner at Luther Midelfort’s Cardiac Center, who is the guest speaker of “Health Break” at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. [...]


