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You're Not Going Crazy—You're in Perimenopause
June 30, 2025
By: Breanna Pond, MD, OBGYN Associates of Marquette, P.C. If you've been feeling off lately—maybe your moods swing without warning, sleep is elusive, and your once-predictable cycle has gone rogue—take a deep breath. You're not going crazy. You're likely in perimenopause, and you're far from alone. Perimenopause is the transitional phase before...
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UP Health System – Marquette Heroes | Malinda Willey
June 27, 2025
What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a Certified Medical Assistant in Neurosurgery at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? Growing up, I’ve always had a lot of health issues. Whenever something happened to me, it seemed like everyone would jump in to...
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Mary Lampinen, RN
June 26, 2025
What is your role at UP Health System – Portage? I am a registered nurse (RN) at PortagePointe, caring for the needs of elderly residents. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I’ve received a lot of help during times of need, and I felt that healthcare would be a meaningful way...
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UP Health System – Marquette Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients
June 26, 2025
American College of Cardiology NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award recognizes sustained, high-level performance in quality of care MARQUETTE, Mich. (June 26, 2025) — UP Health System – Marquette (UPHS – Marquette) has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance...
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Stay Safe This Summer: Tips to Beat the Heat, Enjoy the Water and Celebrate Responsibly
June 23, 2025
Summer is in full swing! With the longer days and warmer temperatures, now is the perfect time to enjoy all the outdoor activities you love—backyard barbecues, beach days, family hikes, lake time, fireworks celebrations and more. But as you make your summer plans, it’s essential to stay alert and take...
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Brian Belmore
June 20, 2025
What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am a second shift maintenance worker at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I have had many family members work in healthcare, and it's rewarding to make a difference in our community when others are at their...
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FDA Updates Blood Donor Eligibility Guidelines
June 19, 2025
UP Health System – Marquette is pleased to share an important update that supports a more inclusive and equitable blood donation process, following recent changes from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has revised its blood donor eligibility guidelines to focus on individual risk assessment, rather than broad...
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UP Health System – Bell Now Offers the Upper Peninsula’s First “Smart Knee” Implant for Knee Replacement Surgery
June 17, 2025
ISHPEMING, MI (June 17, 2025) — If you or someone you know is considering knee replacement surgery, there’s a new high-tech option now available close to home. UP Health System – Bell is proud to be the first in the Upper Peninsula to offer Persona IQ®, the world’s first and...
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UP Health System – Marquette Opens Second Registration Area to Improve Access and Reduce Walking Distance for Patients
June 16, 2025
MARQUETTE, Mich. (June 16, 2025) — UP Health System – Marquette has opened a second patient registration area to help improve access, reduce walking distances and enhance the overall patient experience. The new registration space was created in response to feedback from patients and families who shared challenges navigating appointments at...
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Madeline Jinkerson
June 13, 2025
What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am the clinic office clerk at Brain & Spine at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? The hospital was a big part of my life growing up. I experienced what it was like to be a patient,...
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