"Always Connected" Story by: June Hootman | Eau Claire, WI In January of 2020, Scott, my husband of 41 years, and I were looking forward…

"Climbing Back" Story & Art by: Karen Bejin | Chippewa Falls, WI "Climbing Back," is an idea that came out of my own reflections about…

Humming a favorite tune makes us relax and feel cheerful. But to experience the full benefits of humming, it is suggested you practice a yoga…

HPV is the most common cause of cervical cancer. And during January, Cervical Health Awareness Month, women are encouraged to receive the HPV vaccine. They also are encouraged to…

"Reflections of 2020" Story by: Sue Cullinan, M.D. | Mayo Clinic Health System I remember my first very sick COVID patient. These patients can be…

"The Bravery Bell"  Story & Art by: Hayley Zimmerman | Chippewa Falls It was a couple of days after Christmas my 7th-grade year when my…

"Hugs Interrupted" Story by: Sue Kinderman | Eau Claire WI Darn virus has come to keep us apart. Stay six feet away is where we…

"Safe Place" Story and Art by: Jan Balow Flying to a safe place. During COVID shutdown we went flying with a sack lunch to another…

"End of Day" Story by: Charles Nordstrom, M.D. | Mayo Clinic Health System My twelve-hour shift complete, sunset long past, I step outside the hospital…

OPINION Why we need the arts and humanities to get us through the COVID-19 pandemic https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2021/01/06/why-arts-have-essential-role-during-covid-19-pandemic-column/4138588001/

Battling the COVID-19 pandemic continues to be challenging, especially for health care workers across all levels of patient care. "People came together in adversity, responded and synergized…

      Dealing with a complicated medical condition can feel overwhelming at times, and it’s normal to have questions and concerns. Seeking a second…