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Gundersen Health System’s Kangaroo care exceeds national average

January 10, 2023

Gundersen Health System officials are exceeding the national average for newborn skin-to-skin contact, or Kangaroo care, which is contact between a newborn and an adult caretaker’s exposed skin.

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Experts urge caution when considering over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids

December 27, 2022

Access to less-expensive hearing aids for those with mild hearing loss just became easier, but experts say to consider more than just the cost before purchasing the do-it-yourself technology.

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Diversity in ideas, experience drive Albrecht in new Gundersen VP role

December 15, 2022

Rachel Albrecht always wanted to work for an organization where she could make a difference in her community. “I feel blessed to have found Gundersen.”

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‘Grace and space’ help Lechnir grow teams and care as Gundersen VP

December 15, 2022

Lead with people first. For Tina Lechnir, Gundersen administrative vice president for Cross-Functional Care, this approach leads to great culture and opportunities.

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GundersenAIR celebrates 30 years of service to the Tri-State area

December 15, 2022

What started 30 years ago has evolved into an operation that’s called on multiple times a day when minutes matter the most.

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The holidays are a good time to make sure guns are locked

December 14, 2022

Putting a firearm out of sight or out of reach is not safe storage and not enough to prevent the use by children or unauthorized adults.

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From a student volunteer: 'My parents told me to help where you can'

December 08, 2022

Two student volunteers discuss why they choose to give their time with us.

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Gundersen Health and Bellin Health merge

November 30, 2022

Gundersen Health System and Bellin Health Systems completed their merger of equals and combined operations Nov. 30.

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CMN Heroes create holiday cards

November 22, 2022

Thanks to the generosity of a local partner and the creative talents of its Heroes, Children’s Miracle Network is spreading cheer this season through its holiday greeting card campaign.

Gundersen Health System and Bellin Health Merger

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Gundersen, Bellin anticipate merger closing Nov. 30, start of operations Dec. 1.

November 17, 2022

Gundersen Health System and Bellin Health have announced they plan to begin combined operations on Dec. 1.

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From EMT to MD: Gundersen doctors aim to inspire healthcare careers

November 16, 2022

Two of Gundersen’s Emergency doctors took their first step into healthcare as emergency medical technicians (EMTs). Their career journey can inspire yours.

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Gundersen, Crossing Rivers launch health record partnership

November 09, 2022

Gundersen Health System and Crossing Rivers Health in Prairie du Chien are partnering to implement Epic’s Community Connect+ program.

Flight medic Ben Shockey checks the back hatch prior to lift off from his base in Decorah on Oct. 3.

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GundersenAIR flight crew embraces office in the sky

November 09, 2022

No two days are the same for the flight crews of GundersenAIR, but for flight medic Ben Shockey and flight nurse Andy Carpenter, they wouldn't have it any other way.

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Keep the community warm by donating to Gundersen's blanket drive

November 04, 2022

Gundersen’s Wrapping the Community in Warmth blanket drive runs Nov. 7 to Dec. 2.

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Supporting farmers in rural Wisconsin with conversations

October 26, 2022

The wellness team at Gundersen Boscobel Area Hospital and Clinics sees the power of supportive conversations with farmers about mental health.

Nurse giving flu shot to a male patient.

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Gundersen sees surge in flu cases, experts encourage vaccination

October 25, 2022

The flu is here and our experts urge you to get your flu shot to reduce illness.

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Breaking down barriers by making the rounds

October 20, 2022

Gundersen Health System providers are visiting encampments in La Crosse to care for the unsheltered population.

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‘Field of Dreams’ helps make project a reality at Gundersen St. Elizabeth’s

October 18, 2022

A field of crops near Gundersen St. Elizabeth’s Hospital is moving the healthcare organization toward building a new health and wellness center.

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Gundersen offering new COVID bivalent vaccine booster

October 14, 2022

For the Pfizer bivalent vaccine, anyone 12 years and older is eligible at least two months after the primary series or prior booster.

Counselor talking to patient at hospital.

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MA-turned-financial counselor reassures cancer patients: ‘I, too, sat in your chair’

October 12, 2022

A breast cancer diagnosis changed one Gundersen employee’s career path. A medical assistant, Connie Schroeder, realized it was time to pursue her dream and help others on similar journeys.

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