Reedsburg Area Medical Center Recognized as One of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare in 2023!
For the third time, Reedsburg Area Medical Center has been selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the 2023 Best
Pink Eye – What is it and what to do about it?
Pink eye, also known as conjunctivitis, is a common condition affecting millions worldwide. It occurs when the transparent membrane that lines the eyelid and covers the white part of the eye becomes inflamed. A variety of factors, including viral or bacterial infections, allergies, and exposure to irritants, can cause this.
Causes of Pink Eye
The most common cause of pink eye is a viral or bacterial infection. Viral conjunctivitis is highly contagious and usually spreads through coughing and sneezing. On the other hand, bacterial conjunctivitis is caused by bacteria and can be treated with antibiotics. Other causes of pink eye include:
RAMC Celebrates National Donate Life Month
Reedsburg Area Medical Center has a long history of supporting organ, tissue, and eye donation.
To celebrate National Donate Life Month, we joined dozens of other hospitals and organizations earlier today for Pause to Give Life, a nationwide flag-raising ceremony and moment of silence. This remarkable event honors donors and their families while raising awareness of the need for organ, tissue, and eye donors. It elevates the importance of registering your donation decision on the Wisconsin donor registry.
By honoring donors and their families, our work makes
Dani Liegel Becomes Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management
Congratulations to Dani Liegel who recently passed her certification exam to become a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)!
Stacey Warneke Becomes Board Certified in Advanced Diabetes Management
Congratulations to RAMC Family Nurse Practitioner Stacey Warneke who recently passed the rigorous exam to become Board certified in Advanced
The Differences in Colds vs. Flu
You’re not feeling well. You have some congestion, some aches, and maybe a headache or fever. So, what might it be? Many wonders, do I have a cold or is it the flu?
Although both illnesses can present with common symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, and fever, there are several differences between the two infections. While the common cold is usually milder and occurs more often, cases of the flu (influenza) tend to be more severe and may require medical attention. Influenza can lead to serious medical complications, including pneumonia and bronchitis.
According to estimates from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 35 million people were affected by influenza during the 2018-2019 season, resulting in thousands of deaths. It is important to recognize that although cold and flu may present similar signs, they are caused by different viruses and have varying levels of severity.