Dementia

Dementia: Creating a Community That Cares

Chances are you may know someone with dementia, whether it’s a family member, friend, coworker or neighbor. In 2015, approximately 115,000 people in Wisconsin had dementia, according to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, a number that’s expected to increase to 242,000 by 2040. In the years ahead, the organization anticipates there will be fewer […]

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Blood Pressure Trivia

May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month. How well do you know the causes and risks of high blood pressure? What you know (or don’t know) can dramatically affect your health. Take this short quiz to find out.

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allergy and asthma

May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month

National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month: How They’re Connected and How You Can Take Control May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month Ah, spring – a time of new life all around us! Unfortunately, for many people, spring blooming also means a return of itchy eyes, runny noses, and scratchy throats. Yes, it’s “allergy […]

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hearing aids

Three Reasons to Upgrade Your Hearing Aids

Did you know that the average hearing aid lifespan is 5 years? After 5 years the device may not be working to its fullest potential and your hearing could be at stake. Below are just a few things people have said after trying the latest hearing aid technologies from Starkey and Signia Hearing Aid Manufacturers. […]

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Hudson Physicians Makes Donation to BRIDGE for Youth

Hudson Physicians Makes Donation to BRIDGE for Youth Hudson Physicians was pleased to make a donation of $250 to support the BRIDGE for Youth program’s Bowlarama fundraiser. Hudson Physicians’ donation will fund existing programs and the development of future programs at Bridge For Youth. “Bridge For Youth is making a real difference in local families’ […]

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Hudson SAFE program

Hudson Physicians Supports The Hudson SAFE program

Hudson Physicians Supports The Hudson SAFE program The team at Hudson Physicians is proud to announce our recent $500 donation to the Hudson SAFE program, a non-profit collaboration between area parents, local schools, and the community at large to promote drug-free and alcohol-free opportunities for area youth. Their annual Senior All Night Graduation Party, scheduled […]

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Reach Out and Read

Reach Out and Read Program

Hudson Physicians Participates in Reach Out and Read Hudson Physicians, along with Hudson Hospital, kicks off participation in Reach Out and Read Wisconsin. Reach Out and Read is a nonprofit organization that coordinates with pediatric medical providers to promote childhood literacy. With 90% of children visiting doctors, medical providers are able to reach many children […]

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hudsonphysicians mental illness

Make It OK: Learn the Lingo

Make It OK: Learn the Lingo Talking more openly about mental illnesses is one way we can reduce the stigma and “Make It OK.” Sometimes we resort to silence because it can be hard to find the words to say. We’re part of a local effort to stop the silence and stigma surrounding mental illnesses. […]

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Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Gastroesophageal reflux disease, otherwise known as GERD, is a chronic disease of the digestive system. Flare-ups occur when stomach acid backflows into the esophagus causing irritation and inflammation of the esophageal lining. This process is known as “reflux” and it is caused by a failure of the […]

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