Patient StoriesMedical Myth: Long-Term Effects of Knuckle Cracking
Myth: Cracking your knuckles will cause arthritis later in life. It’s the scourge of every parent. Since time began, children have been irritating their parents by cracking their knuckles. But does habitual knuckle cracking cause any long-term effects - or worse yet - arthritis? Cataracts: Healthy Lifestyle May Slow Onset
A healthy lifestyle can help reduce your risk for diabetes and heart disease. Can it also prevent cataracts? Most likely it will not. An age-related condition, cataracts cannot be prevented. Living a healthy lifestyle is among factors that may slow cataract onset or progression. Here’s the ‘Skinny’ on Healthy Weight
for Women
Losing weight – it’s a hot topic in the media, in doctors’ offices and in our homes. And it’s part of a $60 billion health and fitness industry in this country. But what’s the long-term solution to maintaining our weight and being healthy?
Clinic's Higher Quality Care Saves Medicare $118 MillionIn the fifth performance year of a five-year Medicare demonstration project, Marshfield Clinic has once again improved the quality of health care it delivers to patients while decreasing health care costs. Marshfield Clinic has so far saved the Medicare program more than $118 million over the five performance years reported. Holding the Line on Health Care CostsRequest a fee estimate - Call 1-800-782-8581, ext. 9-4475 for an estimate on how much your health care will cost at Marshfield Clinic  Patient Assistance Center - Do you have questions about the financial aspects of your health care? Insurance plans accepted by Marshfield Clinic - See if your insurance is part of one of our contracted networks
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The Latest from Marshfield ClinicAsk the ExpertAnswers to your health care questions: Marshfield Clinic experts discuss health care concerns. Prevention, The Best MedicinePreventive care: Preventing poor health is often a matter of personal decisions. Here's how we can help Obstetrics & Gynecology: Your guide to women's health, obstetrics and gynecologyOb/Gyn: Obstetrics and gynecology are medical specialties that treat conditions affecting the health of female reproductive and urinary systems.
Managing DiabetesManaging diabetes: The symptoms, risk factors, treatment options and more Your Guide to Good Dental HealthDental health: Good dental health means more than a bright smile and white teeth. Proper care of your mouth, teeth and gums will help prevent cavities, gum disease and other health problems.
Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know Breast cancer: It is the second most diagnosed cancer for women. Early detection and treatment can make the difference.
Breast cancer news & events at Marshfield Clinic Your Wellness Guide to Good HealthThis guide will help you, in partnership with your doctor, make informed decisions that can improve and maintain your health. More Health News for You Follow Marshfield Clinic on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube Find the latest news, information, patient stories, Ask the Expert columns and more at the Marshfield Clinic News Blog
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