Mary Ellen Nelson got the best birthday present today, her first dose of the COVID vaccine. Turning 89 and getting the vaccine as her daughter Sue Alrick, RN from our Cancer Center was with her. Great day! Her shot of hope. ... Continue Reading
February is Heart Health Month
February is Heart Health Month. Take care of your heart by trying these cholesterol reducing tips: https://www.healthpartners.com/blog/how-to-lower-cholesterol-naturally/?fbclid=IwAR0QreA5YDkVsHgK9B5UCVncSPJBaJ3Gg6bsBMSnc3tmX5mGA4hudvh5Xw0 ... Continue Reading
Do you have chronic coughing?
CHRONIC COUGH Do you notice yourself frequently coughing and/or clearing your throat? Has this persisted for longer than 8 weeks? Does your cough have an impact on your willingness to go out in public or socialize with others? You may benefit from Behavioral Cough Suppression Therapy Common causes of Chronic Cough include asthma or breathing difficulties, allergies or sinus difficulties causing postnasal drip, reflux, common cold or bronchitis, and/or medications treating high blood pressure. Treatment with our Speech-Language Pathologists would focus on understanding your cough triggers, ways to help reduce coughing and keep your voice healthy. Contact your primary physician for a referral. ... Continue Reading
Vaccine interview with Dr. Brian Pollmann
Hear a great explanation about the COVID-19 vaccine and how it works. Mary Hodson from Hutchinson Chamber of Commerce interviews Dr. Pollmann about the vaccines and why the COVID vaccine is a true shot of hope for us all. The Chamber Connection: A COVID-19 Vaccine Conversation with Dr. Pollmann - YouTube ... Continue Reading
Want the latest information about vaccine?
We are receiving many questions in regard to vaccines for patients. The best way to get current information and be ready to schedule when you are eligible, is to go to HealthPartners.com and create an online account or download our mobile app. This will notify you via email and you will be able to schedule on your online account. Already have an account, you are set to receive notifications. ... Continue Reading
COVID 19 and Mental Health
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Free Outdoor Wi-Fi Access
Hutchinson Health has installed free outdoor Wi-Fi internet access points for public use around our facility. To support distance learning and people working from many locations, we wanted to provide a WiFi hotspot for those that may need assistance accessing the internet, an opportunity to hop on our outdoor system. There are two parking areas with the ability for an internet connection. One location is in the Plaza 15 parking lot and the second is in the Hutchinson Health Clinic parking lot. Please look for the blue WiFi signs to obtain the best signal. We strategically placed the signal away from entrances, for safety. The photo below has the parking spots highlighted in blue for your reference. The internet access will appear as “GUEST” when you search for the address. Map below attached. ... Continue Reading
Here are the RN’s helping support our Providers
Hutchinson Health Clinic Manager, Liz Carroll, announced our new Integrated Care Model last week. Here are the registered nurse care coordinators that will be helping us deliver an enhanced patient-centered care experience for you and your family! ... Continue Reading
Distance Learning Tips
Is distance learning becoming a pain? Posture and ergonomics is a big issue for adults in the workplace. The goal of ergonomics is to reduce stress and eliminate injuries and disorders associated with the overuse of muscles, bad posture and repeated tasks (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). With distance learning, as well as how our kids are staying in contact with friends and family via the internet, this is now becoming an issue for our children. Follow the same rules for adults: Kids should sit with their elbows, hips and knees all bent at a 90 degree angle Don’t let their feet dangle Screens or reading material should be directly in front to them and at eye level to avoid looking down or up too much and straining neck muscles Use props to make adjustments. Work with what you have. A box can be ... Continue Reading
A New Integrated Care Model – what is it and why do we have it?
Clinic Manager Elizabeth Carroll is thrilled to announce the implementation of a new integrated care model at the Hutchinson Health Clinic. What is an integrated care model?- Carroll explains that this model is designed to provide additional support to the patients’ of Hutchinson Health Clinic through the use of proactive care planning, strategic patient outreach and advanced-level nursing interventions, both remotely and in-person. These interventions are timely and coordinated with your entire care team. This model welcomes the addition of four Registered Nurses to our care team as well as internal reorganization of the current support team. This addition and reorganization aligns the care team to be delivering care at the top of their licenses in a collaborative and efficient manner that best fits our patient’s ... Continue Reading
