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Pancreatitis is inflammation in the pancreas. The pancreas is a long, flat gland that sits tucked behind the stomach in the upper abdomen. The pancreas produces enzymes that help digestion and hormon...

What causes nonhealing wounds? Chronic, or nonhealing, wounds can result from a number of factors, including diabetes, poor circulation, trauma, vascular disease and immobility. These can lead to pres...

You may need experienced wound care if you have severe or chronic wounds and surgical incisions. Learn about the types of chronic wounds and treatment options available. Chronic wound types There are...

If you have an ostomy, ask for a wound and ostomy care nurse to meet with you before and after any surgery. Follow-up care is available for fitting of appliances and concerns about possible complicati...

Dietitians in Bloomer want you to know that with a little planning and preparation, you can have healthy snacks ready when the temptation strikes. A wide variety of snacks can fit into a healthy lifes...

Will insurance cover the cost of the dietitian appointment? Insurances vary in their coverage, so we recommend that every patient check with their own insurance company to verify if the service is cov...

Contrary to what you might have heard, brown rice has a pleasing nutty flavor which can be enhanced with sweet or spicy vegetables or fruit. Here the fruit juices plus chopped veggies and dates combin...

Is this the right time to have a baby? Here are some questions you may ask yourself in determining whether the time is right: Why do I want to have a baby? Does my partner feel the same way I...

Eat well During pregnancy, you'll be eating for two ― you and your baby. However, don't think of this as eating twice as much. Instead, think of it as eating twice as well. Most of your baby's major o...

Pregnancy and prenatal care go hand in hand. Learn more about what to expect at your prenatal visits below. What to expect each trimester First trimester Second trimester ...