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Children’s Hospital heart center achieves superior rating from Society of Thoracic Surgeons
The Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin Herma Heart Center has achieved a 3-star rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) for pediatric congenital heart surgery outcomes. This is similar to the reporting of adult heart surgery programs and follows the same 1-, 2- and 3-star ratings.
Aurora report shows cancer, obesity top concerns of Wisconsinites
Cancer and obesity are the top health concerns for Wisconsin residents, according to Aurora Health Care’s most recent Quarterly Health of Wisconsin Report.
BizTracker: Report cites aging workforce at Wisconsin hospitals
A new report by the Wisconsin Hospital Association cites the aging workforce at Wisconsin hospitals and suggests multi-disciplinary teams as a way to ensure that patient care will continue to be accessible, affordable and effective, especially for those with chronic or complex diseases.
Report cites aging hospital workforce in Wisconsin
A new report from the Wisconsin Hospital Association (WHA) sees multi-disciplinary teams as one way to ensure that patient care will continue to be accessible, affordable and effective, especially for those with chronic or complex diseases.
Last chance to register for the Wellness Summit
The theme of the 2015 Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Wellness Summit presented by BizTimes Media will be “The Competitive Advantage of a Mentally Healthy Workplace.”
YMCA hosting free diabetes health screening today
In recognition of today being American Diabetes Association Alert Day, the YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee is hosting a free health screening from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Parklawn YMCA, 4340 N. 46th St., Milwaukee.
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Cover story: Employers have a stake in the urgent need for mental health care
Mental health conditions affect millions of Americans, with more than 25 percent of people in any given year experiencing some kind of anxiety, depression or other condition, according to Mental Health America.
Zymbiotics touts health benefits of fermented foods
Zymbiotics makes and markets naturally fermented sauerkraut, ginger carrots and kimchi
Employers have a stake in the urgent need for mental health care
Mental health conditions affect millions of Americans, with more than 25 percent of people in any given year experiencing some kind of anxiety, depression or other condition, according to Mental Health America.
The ensuing fatigue, loss of energy, persistent sadness and more not only impact personal lives, but also carry over into professional lives with a loss of concentration, absenteeism and short-term disability.
Mental health conditions strike many Americans in their productive working years, and the results are so severe that World Health Organization research shows mental health conditions cause greater disability than cancer, cardiovascular disease, arthritis and diabetes.
The ensuing fatigue, loss of energy, persistent sadness and more not only impact personal lives, but also carry over into professional lives with a loss of concentration, absenteeism and short-term disability.
Mental health conditions strike many Americans in their productive working years, and the results are so severe that World Health Organization research shows mental health conditions cause greater disability than cancer, cardiovascular disease, arthritis and diabetes.
Advocates oppose state cuts for seniors and people with disabilities
Appointed representatives of older adults, people with disabilities and people with mental health issues and/or substance abuse issues are rallying opposition to Gov. Scott Walker’s plan to dismantle Wisconsin’s long-term care system.
