April is National Donate for Life Month, it helps to encourage Americans to register as organ, eye and tissue donors and to honor those that have saved lives through the gift of donation. Register to be a donor today https://www.donatelife.net/register/   ... Continue Reading

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

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

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