When you think of staying healthy, chances are proper nutrition, regular exercise, and annual checkups with our physician spring to mind. But what of your dental health? It’s more important than you think and the medical establishment is now pushing the importance of oral systemic health more than ever. “Oral systemic health is the connection between oral health and overall … [Read more...]
Emergency! Shrinking number of EMS volunteers
Emergency Medical Services — those professionals responding to crisis calls and both treating and transporting patients — are a vital part of our communities. So integral, we assume they’re just always there, willing and waiting in the wings when we need them. What happens though when there aren’t enough workers to do the job? In Fillmore County, these are volunteer-staffed … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Public Health hosts Healthy Bluff Country Summit
Fillmore County Public Health recently hosted the Healthy Bluff Country Summit on January 28 and 30 at the Fillmore County Office Building. Health Educator Brenda Pohlman and Director of Nursing for Public Health Jessica Erickson led the Summit. The purpose of the event was to discuss the current and future state of health in Fillmore County and provide information for the … [Read more...]
Canton man cycles his way to balanced life
By Janette Dragvold Cycling along the picturesque bike trails of Southeastern Minnesota is a leisure sport for most people, but Canton resident Shane Birch has taken his love of cycling way beyond that. He purchased his first full suspension mountain bike while in college, participated in his first mountain bike races, and was hooked. “I loved it,” states … [Read more...]
The relationship between eating and exercise
Diet and exercise are each vital components of a healthy lifestyle. While these components tend to be looked at separately, diet and exercise are actually interconnected. According to the American College of Sports Medicine, adequate food and fluid should be consumed before, during and after exercise. Following that advice can help men and women maintain their blood glucose … [Read more...]
Preliminary reports: four of eight fire deaths this year likely smoking related State fire marshal asking Minnesotans to follow smoking tips
Following four fire deaths since January 9, that appear to be smoking related, State Fire Marshal Jim Smith is asking Minnesotans who smoke to follow some important safety tips, and families to talk to loved ones who smoke about its fire-related dangers. Eight people died in fires between January 9-23. Four of these fatalities this month are likely smoking related, according … [Read more...]
Harmony bloodmobile collects 44 units
The blood drive held in Harmony on December 3, 2019, succeeded in collecting 44 units of blood. There were 51 donors that presented and one first-time participant. Congratulations to the following donor for reaching a milestone: Dennis Hershberger – 1 gallon. The bloodmobile is sponsored by the Harmony American Legion Auxiliary, and many of the volunteers are Auxiliary … [Read more...]
Need for blood doesn’t stop for holidays – donors needed
Between Thanksgiving and Christmas, more than one million units of blood could be transfused in the United States. Individuals are urged to give a lifesaving gift this holiday season by making an appointment to donate blood or platelets and help the American Red Cross ensure a sufficient supply is available for patients throughout the holiday season. Those with type O blood are … [Read more...]
Bloodmobile coming to Harmony on December 3
Harmony will be hosting a bloodmobile at the Harmony Community Center from 1-7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2019. All donors will be required to provide identification before donating, so please remember your donor card or driver’s license. To help with the current shortage of blood at the American Red Cross, they have partnered with Suburban Propane on a promotion from … [Read more...]
Fillmore County Public Health offers flu shots
Fillmore County Public Health has a limited quantity of flu shots available. We invite you to a flu shot clinic at 902 Houston Street, NW in Preston on Wednesday, November 27 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (Lower Level – Room 108) Vaccine cost ranges from $35 to $60 depending upon the type given. Fillmore County Public Health has flu shots available for everyone age six months and … [Read more...]