Occupational Therapy for Children

Written by Tami Nelson, OTR/L, Registered Occupational Therapist NorthLakes Community Clinic- Ashland Downtown Clinic & Iron River Clinic NorthLakes Community Clinic  (Published 10/2017) Have you ever noticed your child having challenges with attention? How about trouble completing motor tasks or sensitivity to sensory input like loud noises or certain textures? If so, your child may…

How Soda Affects Your Teeth

Written by NorthLakes Community Clinic, Hayward, WI (Published 2015) Since February is National Dental Health Month it is a good time to discuss how drinking soda and sports drinks can affect our teeth. Did you know that 51 million school hours are lost each year in the U.S. due to dental cavities or dental infections?…

Reading Provides Opportunities

Written by Jennie Zelenak, MS, CCC-SLP; Speech Language Pathologist, (Published 2018) NorthLakes Community Clinic, Ashland, WI While kids are off school for summer vacation, parents can continue to foster language development, expand vocabulary learning and listening comprehension through storybook reading at home. No matter how young the child, storybook reading is an important piece to…

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Prep Sports Fitness Tips

Written by Chris Gilbaugh, DC As we slowly drift back into school mode, many athletes are turning their attention back to getting in shape. Participating in sports can be a great way to become more physically fit, develop friendships and grow as a person. This makes it all the more important that injuries are avoided.…

Boost Your Immunity

Written by Dr. Lorelei Wakefield As a Doctor of Chiropractic, health and wellness is my main focus.  We have all been given the right components to keep ourselves healthy.  Our immune system is our defense to keep pathogens out.  Health comes from the inside out, so what you do to keep your immune system healthy…

The Benefits of Primary Care

Written by Lori Cannon, MSN, RN At NorthLakes Community Clinic, we believe primary care is a critical component to ensuring long-term health. One of the easiest ways to receive primary care is by establishing a primary care provider. A primary care provider, often shortened to PCP, is a doctor, physician’s assistant, or nurse practitioner who…

COVID-19 Update

March 25, 2020 COVID-19 Update During this time, our number one priority remains the health of our patients, our team, and our community. As a result, we are taking the following measures to limit patients and community members in our clinics. Service Update: In response to Governor Tony Evers Stay-At-Home order, we will be reducing…

Annual Eye Exams

Submitted by Dr. Cory Sateren, Optometrist NorthLakes Community Clinic – Ashland Optometry As you dive into your annual spring cleaning, it is also a great time to consider an annual eye exam. In addition to helping you remember to get your eyes checked, it is a great time to think about new sunglasses for upcoming…