Last October, Governor Mark Dayton admitted that the projected significant jump in premiums for 2017 is making the Affordable Care Act “no longer affordable.” He proposed one fix for the estimated 123,000 Minnesotans faced with surging premiums of 55% or more. By providing a 25% premium rebate to those who purchase health insurance on the individual market, who are not eligible … [Read more...]
Active PT takes over where Fillmore County Physical Therapy left off
For years, the residents of Preston had to travel out of town for their physical therapy needs. Then, Physical Therapist Lisa Stensrud opened Fillmore County Physical Therapy in downtown Preston and began a thriving business serving the people of Preston and the surrounding towns. When Stensrud decided to move out of state, she knew she couldn’t just leave her patients high … [Read more...]
Results of the Harmony Community Chest 2016 Charity Drive
The 2016 Harmony Community Chest Drive has been completed. A total of $5,600 was collected from solicitation mailings. There were no door-to-door solicitations due to the difficulty recruiting and retaining solicitors. As a result, the total collected is smaller than other years, and we had to cut back on the amount given to some organizations and eliminate others. Proceeds … [Read more...]
Blood – the perfect gift
It can’t be wrapped or placed under a tree, but the perfect gift can help save patient lives this holiday season. The American Red Cross urges eligible donors to give the lifesaving gift of a blood donation in December, a time when donations decline but the needs of patients remain steady. Barbara Coger will never forget the donors that gave the blood that her husband … [Read more...]
Blood drive in Harmony collects 40 units
The blood drive held in Harmony on November 29, 2016, succeeded in collecting 40 units of blood. There were 48 donors that presented and one first-time participant. Congratulations to these two donors who reached the following milestones: Christy Bakken – 1 gallon and Geri Ehler – 4 gallons. The bloodmobile is sponsored by the Harmony American Legion Auxiliary, and many of … [Read more...]
Red Cross needs blood donations to help ensure a sufficient supply throughout the holidays
This November, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give the perfect gift – a blood donation – to help ensure a sufficient blood supply throughout the holiday season. A decline in donations occurs from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day when donors are busy with family gatherings and travel. However, patients don’t get a holiday break from needing lifesaving … [Read more...]
Flu vaccine available
Give yourself and your family the gift of health this winter by getting a flu shot. Fillmore County Public Health is offering flu vaccinations on November 23 from 1-4 p.m. at their office located at 902 Houston Street NW, Suite 2, Preston, Minn. The cost of the flu vaccination is $30.00 each. Adults with Medicare Part B and/or Medicare Advantage Plans and both adults and … [Read more...]
Bloodmobile coming to Harmony on November 29
Harmony will be hosting a bloodmobile at the Harmony Community Center from 1-7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 29, 2016. All donors will be required to provide identification before donating, so please remember your donor card or driver’s license. Donors are encouraged to use a new option available online to speed up the donation process. RapidPass (redcrossblood.org/RapidPass) is … [Read more...]
Rushford flu shot clinic
Healthcare providers recommend that infants over six months, children and adults, including women who are pregnant, get a flu vaccine. Getting vaccinated not only helps protect you from the flu, it helps protect those you come in contact with. Flu shots will be given on a walk-in, first come, first serve basis at Rushford Clinic, 109 W. Jessie Street in Rushford, Wednesday, … [Read more...]
Give blood with the American Red Cross before the holiday season and help save lives
The American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood to help stock the shelves before the busy holiday season. Many regular donors delay giving between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day because of holiday activities. This often causes a drop in donated blood available for patients. Therefore, more donations are needed in the weeks leading up to the holidays to help … [Read more...]