Sleep problems are a commonly reported side effect of cancer treatment in patients. In its efforts to continue to improve the quality of life of local cancer patients, HSHS St. Vincent Cancer Research Institute is offering a clinical trial that tests three possible treatments for insomnia among cancer survivors. 

Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) – Eastern Wisconsin Division has announced the appointment of Dr. Rich Cooley as Chief Physician Executive of its four hospitals in Northeast Wisconsin: HSHS St. Vincent Hospital and HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center in Green Bay; HSHS St. Nicholas Hospital in Sheboygan; and HSHS St. Clare Memorial Hospital in Oconto Falls.

HSHS St. Vincent Hospital and HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center’s 2017 efforts to provide families with donation options and information have been recognized by the American Tissue Services Foundation (ATSF). Each hospital has received the ATSF Tissue Donation Recognition Award. 

With high temperatures in the forecast, HSHS St. Vincent Hospital, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center and Prevea Health urge everyone to be familiar with the signs and symptoms of heatstroke, as well as the steps that can be taken to avoid heatstroke.

Stroke, a disease that affects arteries leading to and within the brain, is the fifth-leading cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States, according to the American Stroke Association. A stroke can happen to anyone at any age – men and women of all ages and races. The good news is, up to 80 percent of strokes are preventable.

Prevea Health and Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) – Eastern Wisconsin Division are pleased to announce the launch of a 3-D and digital, mobile mammography unit to provide residents in rural areas greater access to breast health screenings.

HSHS St. Vincent Hospital Cancer Centers is pleased to present, “Celebrate Life: With Resilience!” for local cancer survivors on Tuesday, June 5 at the Radisson Hotel & Conference Center in Green Bay.

HSHS St.  Vincent Hospital Cancer Centers and Prevea Health invite cancer survivors to participate in Bridge to Wellness® – a 10-week series designed to help cancer survivors find healing and wellness – in collaboration with Western Racquet and Fitness Club.

Stroke, a disease that affects arteries leading to and within the brain, is the fifth-leading cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States, according to the American Stroke Association.

HSHS St. Vincent Children’s Hospital in Green Bay, Wis. is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Thomas Huffer as Executive Medical Director.