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Type 1 Diabetes | Raegan’s Story
November 29, 2022Raegan is an energetic and happy four-year-old. As a preschooler, she is artistically inclined and loves to paint and color. She is the bright star of her family, surrounded by her two older sisters and they are very close. Raegan and her mom, Crystal were on their way to their pediatrician’s office to get her COVID vaccine. At the appointment, Crystal thought it…
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Lexi Pyykkonen
November 28, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Portage? I am the Executive Assistant to our executive team at UP Health System - Portage. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?Growing up, being a doctor was never a dream of mine — instead, I was interested in being a teacher. I knew I wanted to find a career that allowed me to help people, but a…
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Recipe Tuesday: Leftover Turkey Gumbo
November 28, 2022With the holidays, comes with a lot of planning, preparation and leftovers. UP Health System – Portage Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Taylor Paul, shares a quick and easy leftover Turkey Gumbo for you and your entire family to enjoy.
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Joy Benz
November 23, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am the Health Information Management (HIM) Lead at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? When I decided to go back to school, I wanted to go into a career that made a difference for people. I may not work directly with patients and their care, but the…
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Living with Diabetes: Tips for A Healthier Holiday Season
November 21, 2022Thanksgiving is upon us, and we all look forward to getting together to celebrate meals with family and friends. People with diabetes, need to be prepared for plenty of dietary temptations throughout the holiday season. If you have diabetes it’s important to eat mindfully and follow your treatment protocols. For smoother sailing, here are five helpful holiday tips…
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Valerie Fraser
November 18, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I am the Clinic Supervisor in the Pediatric Specialists office at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I always wanted to do something in the medical field, but I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do. When I saw an opening at a Pediatric office I thought it…
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Healthy Tips for a Healthy Thanksgiving
November 18, 2022This Thanksgiving and beyond, choose to eat and live a healthier lifestyle. Your diet can have a tremendous impact on your health, but making the right eating decisions can be overwhelming. Taylor Paul, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at UP Health System – Portage is here to help this holiday season with 10 healthy tips for a healthy Thanksgiving – so you,…
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Recipe Tuesday: Chorizo, Chestnut, Brussel Sprout & Apple Stuffing
November 18, 2022For this week’s recipe Tuesday, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Taylor Paul is sharing chorizo, chestnut, brussel sprout, and apple stuffing to enjoy this Thanksgiving. Ingredients 8 cups cubed multigrain bread ( 1lb = ½ inch pieces) 12 oz. chorizo sausage, remove the casing 3 tbsp. olive oil 4 cups Brussel sprouts 2 cups diced celery 1 cup chopped…
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UP Health System – Marquette Cancer Care Social Worker Jacki Lasich Honored with Julianne Kirkham Award
November 17, 2022Jacki Lasich, LMSW, CTP, OSW-C, Cancer Care Social Worker in the Cancer Center at UP Health System - Marquette, has been chosen as the latest recipient of the Dr. Julianne Kirkham Award. This award at UP Health System – Marquette (UPHS – Marquette) recognizes exemplary employees of the support and ancillary departments of the hospital who clearly see and act…
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UP Health System – Portage Nationally Recognized with Ninth Straight Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade ‘A’
November 15, 2022UP Health System – Portage has received an 'A' Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for the fall 2022 measurement period. This national distinction recognizes UP Health System – Portage’s achievements in protecting patients from preventable harm and errors. This is the ninth straight 'A' rating in patient care and safety for UP…
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Cathy Paul
November 13, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Portage?I work with Risk and Compliance but also am the Patient Advocate and Facility Privacy Officer at UP Health System – Portage. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?Interacting with such kind people while my family was dealing with some very serious illnesses is what motivated me to pursue a…
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UP Health System – Portage Recognized for Excellence with ACC Chest Pain Center Accreditation
November 10, 2022UP Health System – Portage provides necessary care, and resources to patients with heart attack symptoms ACC Accreditation Services, the accrediting arm of the American College of Cardiology, has recognized UP Health System – Portage, for its demonstrated expertise and commitment to treating patients with chest pain. UP Health System – Portage again…
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Diabetes: What You Need to Know
November 09, 2022With Michael Parks RN, BSN, CDCES , Diabetes Education, UPHS - Marquette; Michael Prevost, MD, Family Medicine, UPHS - Bell; Jennifer Tarvis, FNP, Diabetes Education, UPHS - Portage. Diabetes is a chronic health condition that impacts how your body turns food into energy and causes blood sugar levels to rise to abnormally high levels. As the seventh leading cause of…
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UPHS – Portage Heroes | Amanda Baril, Phlebotomist
November 07, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Portage? I am a Phlebotomist in the Laboratory Unit at UP Health System – Portage. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare?Phlebotomy has always been something that interested me so when I saw an open position, I went for it and have never looked back. What's a typical day like for you?I don't…
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Recipe Tuesday: Fall Flavor Trail Mix
November 06, 2022With fall comes delicious fall snacks – but making the right eating decisions can be difficult and overwhelming. UP Health System – Portage Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Taylor Paul, is here to help guide you and your family to a healthier lifestyle. This week, Taylor is sharing an easy Fall Flavor Trail Mix filled with nutritious food.
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UPHS – Marquette Heroes | Tamatha Larson
November 04, 2022What is your role at UPHS – Marquette? I’m an Operational Buyer in Materials Management at UP Health System – Marquette. What was your inspiration for getting into healthcare? I’ve always wanted to work in the healthcare field. Even though I don’t work in the direct care of the patients, the behind-the-scenes work is equally needed…
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Extraordinary Nurses Recognized at UP Health System – Portage
November 03, 2022Nurses at UP Health System – Portage are being honored with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses®. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care they provide patients and families every day.
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PortagePointe Neighbor of the Month | Betty Busser
November 02, 2022What was your first job? My first job was working at Montgomery Ward in high school. I was happy to take this job as it allowed me to earn money to do things and go shopping for new clothes. What is your favorite activity that is offered at PortagePointe?At PortagePointe I really enjoy the musical entertainment, as well as bingo! What are the most important life lessons you have learned?I always told my children, "do whatever you want in your life, as long as you do not hurt anyone." My kids say this has stuck with them throughout their lives — even to this day!
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UP Health System – Marquette’s New Imaging Technology Assists in Early Detection of Cancer and Development of Optimized Treatment Plans
November 02, 2022UP Health System – Marquette’s new imaging technology assists in the early detection of cancer and the development of optimized treatment plans. For more information, visit www.mgh.org/our-services/cancer-care or call 844.411.UPHS (8747). UP Health System – Marquette is now offering advanced imaging technology for cancer patients. This new PET/CT system…
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Recipe Tuesday: Green Beans with a Creamy Mushroom Sauce
October 28, 2022During this holiday season, it can be difficult to stick to healthy food choices. To help curb your cravings, every Tuesday throughout November, UP Health System – Portage will be sharing healthy, easy (and delicious!) recipes for community members to try
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