Colon cancer awareness: Improving mortality trends for younger adults
March 04, 2026
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, and this is a critical time to spotlight a troubling trend in younger adults.
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Make time for self-care when working from home
March 04, 2026
In the post-Covid era, working from home has become second nature for many in the American workforce, and with it comes a list of advantages – and potential pitfalls.
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Meet Ben: Children's Miracle Network Hero
March 04, 2026
Meet our 2026 Children’s Miracle Network® (CMN) Hero Ben Appleman, of Melrose, Wis., who lives life to the fullest while managing type 1 diabetes.
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Meet Bri: Children's Miracle Network Hero
March 04, 2026
Meet our 2026 Children’s Miracle Network® (CMN) Hero, Briyelah (Bri) Root of Onalaska, Wis., who shows remarkable strength while facing many health challenges.
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Meet Holden, Riley & Finley: Children's Miracle Network Heroes
March 04, 2026
Meet our 2026 Children’s Miracle Network® (CMN) Heroes and siblings Holden, Riley and Finley Buisman who each spent their earliest days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.
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Meet Luke: Children's Miracle Network Hero
March 04, 2026
Meet our 2026 Children’s Miracle Network® (CMN) Hero Luke Willenbring, a sixth-grader of La Crosse, Wis., who courageously overcame neuroblastoma.
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Meet Sawyer: Children's Miracle Network Hero
March 04, 2026
Meet our 2026 Children’s Miracle Network® (CMN) Hero Sawyer Clements of Viroqua, Wis., who despite medical challenges has found his true passion for sled hockey.
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Teaming up to protect student athletes
March 03, 2026
The Athletic Training Outreach Program provides more than just physical rehabilitation for kids involved in local athletics.
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Connections found between menopause and heart health
February 24, 2026
It’s a time in life every woman goes through – menopause. With it comes well-known symptoms, and some changes that you may not be aware of.
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Mugs for Rugs returns to help eliminate rug-related falls
February 24, 2026
Throughout March, residents are encouraged to turn in their throw rugs (4x6 feet or smaller) at participating local coffee shops in exchange for a free coffee mug filled with coffee.
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Primary care that makes a difference: Barb Romberg
February 23, 2026
Nurse practitioner Karen Lomas caught Barb Romberg's lung cancer early by truly listening and paying attention to every detail.
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Emplify Health’s CommunityLink: A vital resource connecting residents to local support services
February 19, 2026
Emplify Health is spreading the word about CommunityLink, its innovative online platform designed to provide residents with easy access to essential community resources.
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Excessive screen time can harm a child’s heart
February 19, 2026
Studies have shown that screen time is harmful to a child’s brain development, but a new study recently found that significant time on devices can also negatively affect the heart.
Protein is good for you, but make sure it comes from the right place
February 19, 2026
While protein is generally considered a beneficial nutrient, is there a point where too much of a good thing really isn’t that good? Registered dietician Meredith Hink weighs in.
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Emplify Health by Gundersen Hillsboro providing virtual visits to Royall School District
February 11, 2026
A program in the Royall School District allows the school nurse and an in-clinic provider to work together on illnesses beyond typical cuts, bruises and fevers a school nurse sees.
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Emplify Health by Gundersen Friendship celebrates Wittig as new administrator
February 04, 2026
Lori Wittig, MBA, RN, is the new Administrator of Emplify Health by Gundersen Friendship/Westfield, replacing Frank Perez-Guerra, who is retiring after 30 years of service.
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A lifeline for youth: Expanding mental health services
February 03, 2026
A new program opened its doors to teens in need of intermediate behavioral health services at Emplify Health by Gundersen in Onalaska. It's called the Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP).
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Emplify Health’s Perez-Guerra retiring from Friendship Hospital
January 27, 2026
Frank Perez‑Guerra retires after eight years leading Emplify Health by Gundersen Friendship Hospital, leaving a legacy of leadership and commitment.
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Making a meaningful impact in memory of a brother, son, friend and veteran
January 27, 2026
Brooke Mohn knew that Gundersen Medical Foundation would be the perfect fit for a gift honoring her late son.
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Emplify Health by Gundersen sponsoring new mom meetups at La Crosse YMCA
January 22, 2026
Emplify Health by Gundersen is sponsoring a new moms meetup program meant for women with infants and toddlers. The drop-in program is once a month at the Healthy Living Center
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Email is the best way to contact our Gundersen Media Relations. You can reach the team at:
- Chris Stauffer – (608) 775-6622
- Adam Hatfield – (608) 775-3133
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