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Fort HealthCare
SEPTEMBER 2024 • VOLUME 17, ISSUE 9
Fort HealthCare Attains Dementia Friendly Recognition
Fort HealthCare is proud to announce its official recognition as a Dementia Friendly Organization, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to providing inclusive and compassionate care for all patients. Click below to read the full press release.
FORT HEALTHCARE EVENTS
Fall Risk Assessments
September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month. Wisconsin leads the nation in deadly falls, but they can be prevented. Fort HealthCare is offering FREE fall prevention screenings at various locations throughout September.

Walk-ins are welcome at all locations. Stay safe and healthy by stopping in for a screening. Click below to see the available screening opportunities!
September Blood Drive
Join us on September 11th for our Blood Drive at the Fort HealthCare Therapy & Sport Center in Fort Atkinson!

The blood drive will be located in the Versiti mobile bus in the Therapy & Sport parking lot on September 11th, 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM.

Reserve your spot today! Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are also welcome.
Free Blood Pressure Screenings
Join us and participate in our free blood pressure screenings in September!

September 11th - Rock Lake Activity Center from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

September 19th - Fort Atkinson Senior Center from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
COMMUNITY EVENTS
FROM OUR BLOG
Back to School
As summer ends and a new school year begins, getting your child ready for the classroom goes beyond supplies and clothes. It's also a time to focus on their health and well-being. Fort HealthCare is dedicated to helping families transition back to school to pave the way for a positive and productive year ahead.
HEALTHY HABITS
Recipe
Nothing says 'welcome fall' quite like a warm, hearty soup! Try this delicious Robust Three-Bean Soup recipe—perfect for the season!

Click the button below to access this recipe - and several of our healthy online recipes.
Virtual 5K Summer Series
The Summer 2024 Virtual 5K Series has FREE virtual races offered each month from May through September 2024. Don't miss the last series, from September 10th-20th.

Click below to register or learn more about our Virtual 5K Summer Series!
NEWS & HIGHLIGHTS
Best of the Area
We’re honored to be on the Daily Jefferson County Union “Best of the Area” 2024 list! Congratulations to Dr. Schuppner for being recognized as "Best Doctor" and to Dr. Larson for being a finalist in the same category. We also congratulate Kids Konnection for their recognition in the “Best Daycare” category.

Thank you for your continued support and for trusting us to serve you, our community.
FortCast Podcast
Tune in to our latest FortCast episode to hear Dr. Keehn discuss how to safely address back pain. Doug Keehn, DO, Pain Management Physician at Fort HealthCare, shares helpful insights on causes and treatments for lower back pain.

Click below to hear the latest information on topics that can help you improve your health!
COMMUNITY CONNECTION
Jefferson County Drug Free Coalition Parent Survey
The Jefferson County Drug Free Coalition is conducting a short survey for parents or guardians of youth ages 18 years and under to assess their knowledge and behaviors related to youth alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use. This survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete.
Jefferson County Health Department Public Health Vending Machine
The Jefferson County Health Department is excited to announce the installation of the Public Health Vending Machine outside their building. The vending machine has hygiene kits which include toothpaste and toothbrushes, shampoo and soap, mosquito wipes and wrist bands, and Narcan and fentanyl test strips.

Items will change based on the weather, season trends, and needs noted in the community. All items within the vending machine are free to community members.
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