Friday, February 17 2012 9:11 AM EST2012-02-17 14:11:54 GMT
People who have a stroke don't always die, but they are often left with devastation disabilities. There are ways to protect function, but patients have to call 911 as soon as they realize what is happening. In
Friday, February 10 2012 9:46 AM EST2012-02-10 14:46:42 GMT
The number one killer in the United States is Heart Disease, and its been that way since 1900. That is why Munson Medical Center has made it a priority to give their heart patients quality care. In
Friday, February 3 2012 9:28 AM EST2012-02-03 14:28:40 GMT
Volunteers found a way to comfort patients during a trying time at Munson Medical Center. For a cancer patient in the hospital, there isn't much to look forward to and they usually don't feel to well. Some
Friday, January 20 2012 9:25 AM EST2012-01-20 14:25:35 GMT
Many women live several years dealing with an inconvenient, uncomfortable condition...yet there's an easy, less invasive procedure to fix it available in Northern Michigan. Dr. William Nowak says his
Friday, January 13 2012 7:59 AM EST2012-01-13 12:59:14 GMT
Whether you're giving your time, money or talents...it feels good. In today's MedWatch report, meet a man who was presented with an incredible opportunity to help countless people, and he took it. See
Friday, January 6 2012 3:06 PM EST2012-01-06 20:06:04 GMT
You've seen the signs around town, and maybe you've already had one..It's time to get your flu shot. Flu season typically starts in early fall and lasts until early spring. And if you were thinking
Thursday, January 5 2012 1:25 AM EST2012-01-05 06:25:53 GMT
For anyone who's looked for a doctor you know it isn't as easy as it might seem. So why not get in touch with a professional. Someone who helped make 13,000 referrals last year. Learn more about the
Wednesday, January 4 2012 11:58 AM EST2012-01-04 16:58:00 GMT
When you see an accident on the side of the road, or when someone breaks into your house the first instinct is to call 911. But when you feel like something just isn't right with your health, many people
Tuesday, January 3 2012 9:17 AM EST2012-01-03 14:17:38 GMT
These days, when someone has a question about a medical condition, the first place they go is probably not their doctor, but the internet. Yet, it is not always the most accurate option. In this edition
Monday, January 2 2012 10:56 AM EST2012-01-02 15:56:36 GMT
American doctors do about 500,000 knee replacements a year. Ankles are much less common, only about 3,500. There may not be a huge demand, but now some patients at munson medical center have a lot better
Monday, January 2 2012 10:48 AM EST2012-01-02 15:48:17 GMT
Grand Traverse surgery started doing bariatric proceudres 8 years ago ... Now it's the majority of what they do, having informational meetings across northern michigan. One of their success stories in
Friday, December 23 2011 10:37 AM EST2011-12-23 15:37:02 GMT
Some adults may look back and think, why do kids need so much protective gear? We never needed that! But in reality, you did. Statistics show that the same accidents happened back then, but there weren't
Friday, December 23 2011 10:36 AM EST2011-12-23 15:36:44 GMT
Whether its a visit to the doctor, or an extended stay in the hospital, patients can feel a lot of anxiety when it comes to medical care. So some offices have special assistants that are more than happy
Between work, errands, sports and school getting healthy meals to kids can be tough. Getting them to actaully eat them can be even more difficult. In today's Medwatch, Michelle Dunaway tells
Between work, errands, sports and school getting healthy meals to kids can be tough. Getting them to actaully eat them can be even more difficult. In today's Medwatch, Michelle Dunaway tells
As we age, our bones get weaker and that's especially true for women who aren't getting enough calcuim. Sometimes just a slip and fall or even simply sitting down can break your back, causing
As we age, our bones get weaker and that's especially true for women who aren't getting enough calcuim. Sometimes just a slip and fall or even simply sitting down can break your back, causing
Free Screening Helps Identify Peripheral Arterial Disease This serious condition affects blood circulation to legs and feet If grandpa complains of recurring leg or foot pain, he may have peripheral
Free Screening Helps Identify Peripheral Arterial Disease This serious condition affects blood circulation to legs and feet If grandpa complains of recurring leg or foot pain, he may have peripheral
Thursday, January 5 2012 1:18 AM EST2012-01-05 06:18:19 GMT
People need MRI's for lots of reasons. The high-resolution imaging is used by doctors to look at organs and joints. But there are only so many machines in use.
Wednesday, January 4 2012 11:57 AM EST2012-01-04 16:57:34 GMT
We as adults have gotten into the habit of going to the doctor when we are sick and that's about it. But when you're a child, those doctor visits are imperative to being and staying healthy. See how
It seems that everyone is "plugged in" these days, which can be both a blessing and a curse. But there's no doubt technology is a valuable resource in the medical industry. That's why
It seems that everyone is "plugged in" these days, which can be both a blessing and a curse. But there's no doubt technology is a valuable resource in the medical industry. That's why
You want to feel confident that you're getting the best health care possible no matter where you live. Munson Medical Center is trying to make sure we all can see the most qualified doctors without
You want to feel confident that you're getting the best health care possible no matter where you live. Munson Medical Center is trying to make sure we all can see the most qualified doctors without
Some people swear by fate ... But even if you're not a believer .. you won't want to miss this story. Two familes who believe they were brought together .. and now they're trying to help
Some people swear by fate ... But even if you're not a believer .. you won't want to miss this story. Two familes who believe they were brought together .. and now they're trying to help
There's a new way to see the doctor without actually having to be in the same room The new Munson Health system is using Telemedicine to examine patients. Michelle Dunaway explains the new technology
There's a new way to see the doctor without actually having to be in the same room The new Munson Health system is using Telemedicine to examine patients. Michelle Dunaway explains the new technology
When you're hospitalized, there are many people working together to help you recover. While the doctors are the leaders in this process, they couldn't get their job done without nurses. In
When you're hospitalized, there are many people working together to help you recover. While the doctors are the leaders in this process, they couldn't get their job done without nurses. In
Fundraising is becoming harder and harder for many organizations because people just don't have the extra money to give. Now golfers can hit the links and help out Munson's Hospice Program.
Fundraising is becoming harder and harder for many organizations because people just don't have the extra money to give. Now golfers can hit the links and help out Munson's Hospice Program.
Cardiac arrest happens when someone's heart stops beating. The first priority is to get the heart working again, but what happens next is also crucial. In this MedWatch report learn about "the
Cardiac arrest happens when someone's heart stops beating. The first priority is to get the heart working again, but what happens next is also crucial. In this MedWatch report learn about "the
When a person suffers an illness or injury that leaves them disabled, often their lives become dedicated to reestablishing some function. An important part of function, is fun, which is absolutely necessary
When a person suffers an illness or injury that leaves them disabled, often their lives become dedicated to reestablishing some function. An important part of function, is fun, which is absolutely necessary
With the National Cherry Festival starting this weekend, bike EMT are working to make the festival a safer place for everyone. In tonight's MedWatch Report, Michelle Dunaway shows you what their role
With the National Cherry Festival starting this weekend, bike EMT are working to make the festival a safer place for everyone. In tonight's MedWatch Report, Michelle Dunaway shows you what their role
Many people suffer from pain in their legs, not realizing it's because of their veins. Now, a quick trip to the doctor's office can get patients back on their feet and pain-free. Previous vein
Many people suffer from pain in their legs, not realizing it's because of their veins. Now, a quick trip to the doctor's office can get patients back on their feet and pain-free. Previous vein
Although asthma can strike at any time in someone's life, people should still be able to do anything they want without problems. In today's Medwatch, Michelle Dunaway reports how Munson Medical
Although asthma can strike at any time in someone's life, people should still be able to do anything they want without problems. In today's Medwatch, Michelle Dunaway reports how Munson Medical
During any kind of medical emergency or accident, timing is everything. The sooner the patient can get help, the better their chances of survival. In this MedWatch we celebrate North Flight, for
During any kind of medical emergency or accident, timing is everything. The sooner the patient can get help, the better their chances of survival. In this MedWatch we celebrate North Flight, for
The Munson Hospice House is a place for the terminally ill or those with a life-limiting illness. The atmosphere is different than what you would find in a hospital, and so is the care. In today's
The Munson Hospice House is a place for the terminally ill or those with a life-limiting illness. The atmosphere is different than what you would find in a hospital, and so is the care. In today's
Eat less and exercise more. It's the simple equation for weight loss... it only it were that easy. But as a local program expands more and more waistlines are shrinking. Find out the "secret"
Eat less and exercise more. It's the simple equation for weight loss... it only it were that easy. But as a local program expands more and more waistlines are shrinking. Find out the "secret"
People are diving at Munson Medical Center five days a week, and there is no water involved. Hyperbaric oxygen chambers have proven very successful for certain types of patients. Learn more in this
People are diving at Munson Medical Center five days a week, and there is no water involved. Hyperbaric oxygen chambers have proven very successful for certain types of patients. Learn more in this
Age brings with it wisdom, confidence and oftentimes a better knowledge of who you are. But sometimes along with those years comes illness, pain and loneliness. In today's Medwatch report, learn
Age brings with it wisdom, confidence and oftentimes a better knowledge of who you are. But sometimes along with those years comes illness, pain and loneliness. In today's Medwatch report, learn
A free skin cancer screening clinic will be offered Monday, May 9 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Munson Medical Center, Conference Rooms 11 and 12. Dermatologists Joan Griner, M.D. and Raymond Deam, M.D., of
A free skin cancer screening clinic will be offered Monday, May 9 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Munson Medical Center, Conference Rooms 11 and 12. Dermatologists Joan Griner, M.D. and Raymond Deam, M.D., of
When you walk into Munson Medical Center, chances are you will run into a volunteer. There are usually between 430 and 450 people who give their time to help things at the hospital run more smoothly.
When you walk into Munson Medical Center, chances are you will run into a volunteer. There are usually between 430 and 450 people who give their time to help things at the hospital run more smoothly.
This Saturday is National Healthcare Decision Day - a day to remind you to take charge of your medical future. It's not fun, or exciting, but as Michelle Dunaway explains in today's Medwatch
This Saturday is National Healthcare Decision Day - a day to remind you to take charge of your medical future. It's not fun, or exciting, but as Michelle Dunaway explains in today's Medwatch
For many women, just getting through an average day can be an uphill battle. Add cancer and treatment to that list, and life can seem impossible. But there's help and support. Michelle Dunaway
For many women, just getting through an average day can be an uphill battle. Add cancer and treatment to that list, and life can seem impossible. But there's help and support. Michelle Dunaway
Hard to believe that car makers were worried about installing windshield wipers, for fear they may be too much of a distraction. Today, we have so many other things that take our attention off the road.
Hard to believe that car makers were worried about installing windshield wipers, for fear they may be too much of a distraction. Today, we have so many other things that take our attention off the road.
Physical therapists help patients get back to a functional goal. For some that may be walking the dog, others are looking to continue a career on the field or court. In this Medwatch report, Michelle
Physical therapists help patients get back to a functional goal. For some that may be walking the dog, others are looking to continue a career on the field or court. In this Medwatch report, Michelle
When you think of donations, maybe time, money or clothes come to mind. But there's another type of donation that is so personal and very special for both the givers and those who receive. In
When you think of donations, maybe time, money or clothes come to mind. But there's another type of donation that is so personal and very special for both the givers and those who receive. In
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