Health
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The hidden danger: Puffy coats and car seats
As the winter chill sets in, parents seek the perfect balance between warmth and safety for their little ones. Puffy coats, while a popular ... -
The Chiropractic Wellness Center to Celebrate ChiroKids Day with a wild week
The Chiropractic Wellness Center in Merrill will transform into a jungle paradise next week in celebration of the 9th annual Wisconsin ChiroKids Day. ChiroKids ... -
Getting outside in winter is good for you
As the saying goes, there’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing choices.Even though the winter weather is turning colder, don’t give ... -
Aspirus Health provides information on prostate cancer, encourages screenings
Aspirus Health recently provided information on prostate cancer and said screenings are a key defense against it.According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), about ... -
Open enrollment for health insurance
WAUSAU, Wis. – It’s time to start thinking about your health care coverage as it’s that time of year again–it’s annual health insurance open ... -
DANGER! Carbon monoxide poisoning kills!
Properly working heating devices and carbon monoxide detectors save lives As temperatures start to drop, the Lincoln County Health Department wants to remind residents ... -
Lincoln County taxpayers urged to complete community survey on Pine Crest by Oct. 1
BY TINA L. SCOTTEDITOR For those who are frustrated trying to type in the url for the community survey on Pine Crest Nursing Home ... -
OCHD campaign seeks to shine light on fentanyl abuse
FOR THE MERRILL FOTO NEWSONEIDA COUNTY – The Oneida County Health Department (OCHD) recently launched a campaign to raise awareness about the dangers related ... -
AG Kaul, Merrill Police Chief Bennett highlight NARCAN distribution to law enforcement agencies
For the MERRILL FOTO NEWSAttorney General Josh Kaul and Merrill Police Department Chief Corey Bennett recently highlighted the distribution of NARCAN to law enforcement ... -
MASH Blood Drive coming to Merrill
BY TINA L. SCOTTEDITOR The annual MASH Blood Drive will be held in Merrill on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023, from 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 ...