January is cervical cancer awareness month. Cervical cancer is a common cancer that can be effectively treated when caught early. Some myths and misconceptions about cervical cancer can lead to misunderstandings and misinformation. While screening and prevention have greatly reduced the impact of this form of cancer, according to the CDC, each year about 11,500 […]
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Posted inHealth, Parenting
Postpartum depression: How to recognize and treat
During pregnancy, women can often experience a range of emotions. When you are a mother-to-be, your mental health is just as important as your physical health. One in five women experience mental health symptoms during or after pregnancy, while one in seven women experience postpartum depression (PPD). What are postpartum and peripartum depression? There are […]
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6 babies in the Ascension NICU make Santa’s Nice List
RACINE — Six babies, including a set of twins, are ready to celebrate their very first Christmas. These six babies are currently admitted and will spend their first holiday season at Ascension All Saints Hospital, 3801 Spring St., in Racine in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Ascension nurses create a memorable moment To make […]
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Routine mammograms, early detection can help save lives
Dec. 7, 2021, was an action-packed day like many others for Racine resident and hospital president for Ascension All Saints Hospital, Kristin McManmon. It even included squeezing in a mammogram appointment, one year and six days since her 2020 mammogram. Kristin McManmon, Ascension All Saints Hospital President – “I was not particularly worried, as I […]
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Establish a healthy back-to-school sleep schedule for kids: 5 recommendations for the entire family
As summer comes to a close, it’s time to start checking items off your child’s back-to-school checklist. Along with new school supplies, your checklist should also include getting your kids into a healthy sleep routine. Research has shown that sleep plays an important role in memory and learning, so getting the recommended hours of sleep […]
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Community Back to School event features free supplies, food, activities on Aug. 10
RACINE — A community Back to School event will take shape at Park High School, 1901 12th St., in the west parking lot on Aug. 10. This free event welcomes the community from 3 to 7 p.m. for a backpack/school supply giveaway, food and drinks, a bounce house, music, games, face painting, and more. A […]
Posted inLocal news, Police and fire
Multiple Injuries Reported in 3-Vehicle Car Crash in Yorkville
TOWN OF YORKVILLE — Six individuals sustained injuries in a three-car crash at the intersection of Highway C (Spring Street) and 67th Drive in the Town of Yorkville on Saturday afternoon, July 29. Kansasville Fire & Rescue (KFRD) responded promptly to assist the Union Grove – Yorkville Fire Department. One patient’s injuries requires Flight for […]
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Stroke Support Group in Racine builds connections and community
RACINE — A Stroke Support Group operating out of Ascension All Saints Hospital, 3803 Spring St., is focused on educating and enriching the lives of people who’ve endured a stroke, along with their families. The group meets on the second Wednesday of each month. At its core, this support group connects patients, families and the […]
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2 men displaced following house fire on Olive Street
RACINE — At 3:59 a.m. on Wednesday, June 14, a house fire at 2425 Olive St. left two men homeless. One of the men discovered the fire, alerted the other occupant and called 911. Both men were outside the house when firefighters arrived on the scene, according to a press release by the Racine Fire […]
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Perinatal Loss Memorial and Burial Service, Oct. 25, 2022 – May 1, 2023
Notice for Perinatal Loss Memorial and Burial Service October 25, 2022 – May 1, 2023 It is with the greatest sympathy that we, at Ascension All Saints Hospital, express our condolences for the perinatal loss of your baby. We would like to honor your grief and recognize your loss in a way that is meaningful […]
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Alcohol Awareness Month 2023: how much is too much?
April is alcohol awareness month; a time to reflect on our drinking patterns and the role that alcohol plays in our lives. Most adults in the United States who drink, do so moderately and without complications. At the same time, alcohol-related problems are among the most significant public health issues in the country, especially in […]
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Prevention and Wellness: A comprehensive approach to high-risk cancer care
Cancer is the second most common cause of death in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society. However, according to the World Health Organization, up to 50% of cancers are preventable. In an effort to address this issue and reduce the cancer burden in Wisconsin, the Ascension Wisconsin Cancer Prevention and Wellness Program is […]
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Craig Allen Hansen, 71, was an avid Badger, Brewer, and Cubs fan
Obituary for Craig Allen Hansen Surrounded by his family, Craig Allen Hansen, age 71, passed away Feb. 25, 2023, at his residence after a brief battle with cancer. Craig was born in Racine, July 30, 1951, son of the late Maurice and Georgelean (Nee: Bell) Hansen. In memory of Craig Allen Hansen Craig was a […]
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American Heart Month: 7 things to know about AFib
February is American Heart Month and an important time to learn more about this common heart arrhythmia. Most people take a regular heartbeat for granted but according to the American Heart Association, at least 2.7 million Americans cannot. They are living with the most common form of irregular heartbeat known as atrial fibrillation, or AFib. […]
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Women and heart disease: Ascension Cardiologist talks about Wear Red Day 2023
RACINE, Wis. — National Wear Red Day unites people across the United States each February during American Heart Month to spread awareness about heart disease, especially its impact on women. On Feb. 3, Americans will focus on going red for women and community members will take strides to raise awareness for heart disease. Dr. Desiree […]