Gratiot County Herald - Health

Test drive the future of surgery

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:04:53 UT

Wound Care Center offers new tools for healing

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:04:10 UT

McLaren-Central Michigan wins top award for quality

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 21:03:17 UT

Orthopaedic Connection: 'Activities You Can Do After Total Knee Replacement'

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:34:53 UT

(January 26, 2012 issue)
Transforming patient information into patient understandings.
As I closed last week we listed the activities which I do not recommend after total knee replacement.

Five steps to healthier feet

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:25:24 UT

Your foot is a complex feat of engineering and a critical element in how you stand, walk, and balance. Of all your many body parts, your feet are likely the most neglected.

HHS aids development of next generation antibiotic

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:22:11 UT

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has issued a contract for advanced development of a novel antibiotic that potentially could treat illnesses caused by biological threats, such as anthrax and plague, as well as treat bacterial pneumonia and certain life-threatening bacterial infections associated with prolonged hospitalization.

Orthopaedic Connection: 'What Happens After Knee Replacement'

Thomas J. Haverbush, M.D. — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:57:52 UT

Transforming patient information into patient understanding.
Last week I discussed what I know is the best total knee prosthesis for the majority of my patients. It is the LCS total knee prosthesis made in the USA by DePuy Orthopaedics, Inc. It is unique because of its design and exceptionally long life: twenty years and counting!

Safeguard your health care dollars Physician offers tips for saving money, assuring quality

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:43:57 UT

More Americans are paying more of their health care costs out of pocket every year because they lack insurance, have higher deductibles and co-payments, or have chosen a Health Savings Account plan.

'Tis the season for foot and ankle injuries**

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:33:01 UT

Foot and ankle emergencies happen every day – especially in the icy days of winter. Broken bones, dislocations, sprains, contusions, infections, and other serious injuries can occur at any time. Early attention is vitally important to minimize complications.

Donors needed to give blood

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 14:30:01 UT

(published January 19, 2012)

Orthopaedic Connection: 'Surgery for Knee Arthritis II'

Thomas J. Haverbush, M.D. — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:17:46 UT

(January 12, 2012 issue)
Transforming patient information into patient understanding.

Last week we discussed arthroscopic surgery, osteotomy and patello-femoral replacement. The other procedures available are these.

Healthy living tips for the new year

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:13:46 UT

by James N. Martin, Jr, MD
President, The American
Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
The beginning of a new year is a great time to get your priorities in order and to set goals for the next 365 days. ACOG urges women to put health at the top of their 2010 to-do lists.

Left untreated, glaucoma can lead to vision loss

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:07:31 UT

A leading cause of blindness in the United States, glaucoma, can strike without pain or other symptoms.

Carson City Hospital announces its Brown Bag Lunch Series line-up

Wed, 11 Jan 2012 15:05:23 UT

Each presentation is held on the third Wednesday of each month in Conference Room A at the hospital from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration is not required and everyone is welcome. Light refreshments are served.

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 13:46:21 UT

(January 5, 2012 issue)
Nearly 13,000 American women were diagnosed with cervical cancer in 2011, and more than 4,000 died from an advanced form of the disease, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI).