February 2nd is Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Day
How Much Do You Know About Rheumatoid Arthritis? Most people think of arthritis as an “old person’s” disease. But that couldn’t be farther from the truth. Arthritis can affect people of all ages and is the number one cause of disability in the United States. While there are many different kinds of arthritis, the goal […]
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Would You Recognize the Symptoms of a Heart Attack or Stroke?
You’re nibbling appetizers at a party when you abruptly break into a cold sweat. You feel lightheaded and your friend mentions that you appear pale. Is it something you ate? You sit down in a nearby chair and assure your friend that you’ll be fine. Just when you’re feeling better, a wave of nausea hits and you feel […]
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10 Signs You May Have Hearing Loss
There are many different causes of hearing loss and even different types of hearing loss. Seeing an audiologist can help diagnosis and treat potential hearing concerns. Hearing loss can occur so gradually that often times individuals are not aware of the severity of the loss. Like any medical condition, the sooner you address the hearing […]
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Your Guide to Getting the Right Care
Hudson Physicians has an Urgent Care option to help meet your care needs and fit your busy schedule. It’s a walk-in, weekend care option for minor injury and illness – right inside the Hudson Physicians clinic. Use this chart to see how it compares to our other care options.
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Hudson Physicians Earns Family Friendly Workplace™ Certification
Hudson Physicians is extremely honored to announce that we have earned the Bronze Level certification as a Family Friendly Workplace™ from the United Way St. Croix Valley’s Success by 6 initiative. This certification recognizes businesses that actively invest in programs and practices that support employees and their families. While other industry organizations have recognized our work, […]
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Lung Cancer Awareness Month
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month – a time to build awareness and reduce stigma around lung cancer as well as provide reassurance and inspiration to lung cancer patients, caregivers, survivors, family and friends everywhere. The personal stories of those who have been impacted by lung cancer will be showcased on the American Lung Association’s […]
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Continuing The Campaign Against Breast Cancer
As October and Breast Cancer Awareness month come to a close, we at Hudson Physicians remind all of our patients to consider this important health issue. Unfortunately, the women in our community are under screened and we encourage people to actively monitor their breast health. “Breast cancer is the most common cancer, except for cancer […]
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Tips for Safe Trick-or-Treating
Vampires and werewolves and witches, oh my! While staying clear of Halloween’s favorite friends, don’t let an accident spoil the fun of trick-or-treating. Follow these five safe tips for trick-or-treating tips gleaned from safekids.org and Reader’s Digest for a howling good time: 1. Walk Safely Plan your route in advance to avoid getting lost and […]
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Pertussis
Now that school is back in session, the risks of spreadable diseases are increased and Pertussis, or whooping cough, is one of those diseases. Pertussis has a unique, severe persistent cough. It can make people of all ages very ill and can be life threatening. One case has recently been reported in St. Croix County, and […]
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Understanding Zika Virus Threats
The recent Summer Olympic Games in Rio brought attention to the Zika virus and its dangers to pregnant women. Closer to home, the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has issued an official health advisory regarding the Zika virus. It is spread to people primarily through the bite of an infected mosquito, but it can also […]
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