Kind Eyes

Submitted by Allison Allen Let’s begin with an experiment. I think it’s one I have suggested in a past missive, but it’s quick and worth repeating. Imagine you are looking at someone you do not trust. Your least favorite politician may come to mind, or that kid who made your life miserable in high school. Notice how…

American Cancer Society and NFL Award Grant to NorthLakes

American Cancer Society and National Football League Award Grant to NorthLakes Community Clinic to Safely Increase Cancer Screening During COVID-19 Iron River, Wis. –  The American Cancer Society and the National Football League (NFL) has awarded a grant to NorthLakes Community Clinic (NLCC) to safely increase cancer screenings during the COVID-19 pandemic. The grant funding was…

COVID-19 Vaccine Update

By Lori Cannon, RN At the time I write this, there are two vaccines available to protect against COVID-19, with potential others on the way.  Many people are understandably hesitant about getting a COVID-19 vaccine. One might be concerned about what they see as a new or untried technology, worried about side effects, or fearing…

Perspective

So, I was chatting with someone as we waited for a meeting to start earlier today and we were discussing coping.  In particular we were talking about how much easier it seems to be to offer helpful pointers to others than to apply them to ourselves. I think everyone has had the experience of giving…