Take GERD out of the holidays
During the holiday season food plays such a big role in the festivities and fun. Unfortunately, huge meals and holiday snacking can bring digestive upset and misery for those suffering […]
Monthly Archives: December 2019
Aitkin hospital announces visitor restrictions
In the past week, Riverwood Healthcare Center has seen a surge in patients coming into its clinics, emergency department and hospital for respiratory infections and influenza-like illness. On Dec. 23, […]
Giving opportunity supports newborn care
With the birth of each newborn, there is one piece of equipment that is absolutely vital. An infant warmer is used to stabilize newborns with suction of fluids and the […]
Riverwood has 49-year history with RPAP
In mid-December, Riverwood was pleased to host Dr. Ray Christensen, faculty member from the Rural Physician Associate Program (RPAP), for a site visit. Over the past 49 years, Riverwood has […]
McGregor restaurant supports breast health
Bann’s Bar and Restaurant of McGregor continues its tradition of raising funds to promote breast cancer awareness. Each Friday in October, owners Chrissy Pierce (left) and Lisa Bann (right) gathered […]
Riverwood clinics to close for holidays
Riverwood Healthcare Center’s clinics in Aitkin, Garrison and McGregor will be closed for the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays on Wed., Dec. 25, and Wed., Jan. 1. The clinics […]
Riverwood welcomes new board member
Riverwood Healthcare Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Lowell Larson to the Governing Board of Directors. “On behalf of our governing board, I’m pleased to welcome Lowell, an […]