Wellness
-
November 30 is Meth Awareness Day
For the Star Journal The Northwoods COPE (Community, Outreach, Prevention and Education) coalition joins organizations across the state to recognize November 30 as Methamphetamine ... -
Prepare to ‘fall back’ by checking carbon monoxide detectors
Properly Working Home Heating Devices and Carbon Monoxide Detectors Save Lives Courtesy of Oneida County Health Department As we turn back the clocks Nov. ... -
Free walk-in flu shot clinics for veterans in Rhinelander
STAR JOURNAL Flu vaccinations are now available for Veterans enrolled in VA health care. Veterans may request the flu shot at their regularly scheduled ... -
Five things to know about prostate cancer
BY VIC LIENGSWANGWONG, MD Nearly 165,000 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer this year, according to the American Cancer Society. Prostate cancer is ... -
Technology troubles – poor posture and spinal development
BY WENDY M. HENRICHS Chiropractic Pediatrician and Nutrition Counselor We live in a world where technology dominates our daily lives. From watching TV, utilizing ... -
Ovarian cancer: Risk factors women should know
By David Meyer, M.D. The American Cancer Society reports that when diagnosed and treated in its early stages, more than 90% of patients with ovarian ... -
Oneida County horse positive for equine encephalitis
Eastern equine encephalitis, a virus transmitted by mosquitoes, has been reported in Oneida County. A horse has tested positive for the virus, according to ... -
Wondering if you need to ‘detoxify?’
BY DR. WENDY HENRICHS Special to the Star Journal Toxins are everywhere – in the air we breathe, the food we eat, the water ... -
Four little-known facts about skin cancer
By Tammery Perry, APNP James Beck Cancer Society With summer vacations in full swing and endless outdoor activities, it’s easy to remember to protect ... -
Strategies to trim the fat
BY WENDY M. HENRICHS Board Certified Chiropractic Pediatrician and Nutrition Counselor Summer is a great time to trim some of the fat you may ...