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Six Common Winter Injuries ... and How to Avoid Them

Falls and other serious events, like a heart attack can be common when shoveling snow. Understanding common winter injury risks and how to avoid them can help keep you safe during the cold and snowy weather.

Alzheimer's Disease: A Link Between Gut and Brain Function | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin “You are what you eat” is not just a catchy saying. Medical science is discovering more and more links between bacteria in the digestive tract — the gut microbiome — and physical and mental health.

“You are what you eat” is not just a catchy saying. Medical science is discovering more and more links between bacteria in the digestive tract — the gut microbiome — and physical and mental health.

Retired Milwaukee Co. chief deputy shares journey with rare genetic condition Daniel Hughes retired early after learning a chronic cough was a pre-existing lung disease that was sparked from short telomere syndrome.

Our Lung Transplant Program team is honored to stand alongside patients and families facing rare and complex conditions, offering hope through advanced medicine and compassionate care.

Retired Milwaukee Co. chief deputy shares journey with rare genetic condition Daniel Hughes retired early after learning a chronic cough was a pre-existing lung disease that was sparked from short telomere syndrome.

Daniel Hughes, former Chief Deputy of Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office, shares his powerful journey living with a genetic condition — and how expert care and support have helped him navigate challenges with resilience.

Retired Pulmonologist Turned Heart Patient | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin After 50 years of treating patients, retired pulmonologist Mehboob Qureshi, MD, of Menomonee Falls, has always taken his health seriously. As he approached 90 years old, he swam daily at his local YMC...

Retired pulmonologist Mehboob Qureshi, MD, was in critical condition, presenting a trio of cardiac issues. Mehboob’s heart team recommended the transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedure, a less invasive approach to treat his heart conditions.
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Advances in Lung Cancer Treatment | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Discover the latest advances in lung cancer treatment, including targeted therapies, immunotherapy, and innovative clinical trials, as explained by Dr. Jonathan Thompson of Froedtert & MCW.

Jonathan Thompson, MD, a medical oncologist, talks about diagnostic techniques and innovative therapies like immunotherapy that are helping people live through lung cancer.

Sailaja Kamaraju, MD, is leading a phase III national trial locally to find out if a lower dose of tamoxifen is as effective as usual hormonal therapy. The trial focuses on post-menopausal women who have certain types of low risk early stage breast cancer.
🔗Learn more: froedtert.com/tamoxifen-trial

As we enter into the busy holiday weekend, some of our locations observe special hours during the Thanksgiving weekend. Our hospitals and emergency departments will continue to be open 24/7. Visit froedtert.com/locations to verify hours and closures before visiting any of our facilities.

Out today in Brain&Behavior from the #KrucoffLab: evidence that functional #brainnetwork connectivity necessary for hand function switch from resting to task states in people w/ #braintumor. #neurosurgery @medicalcollegeofwi.bsky.social @froedtert.bsky.social onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10....

Smoking Cessation (Quit Smoking) | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin The Smoking Cessation Program at Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin helps patients quit smoking to reduce their risk of disease.

Five to 10 years after quitting - risk of lung and other cancers – cut in half.
🚭Get help quitting today. froedtert.com/smoking-cessation

Quit facts: After 20 minutes, your heart rate drops. After 24 hours, carbon monoxide levels in your blood are normal. Your lungs start regaining normal function. Risk of heart attack and stroke can drop by as much as half after a year.

Lung Transplant: Road to Recovery | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Tom Miller, of Oak Creek, is breathing easier today, thanks to the lung transplant he received in 2022 through the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Lung Transplant Program at Froedtert Hos...

After being tethered to an oxygen concentrator, Tom found new life through the Froedtert & MCW Lung Transplant Program. Now, he’s back doing what he loves — traveling with his wife and racing his supercharged Mustang.

Our team of experts explains why annual mammograms should begin at age 40 for average-risk women, who should consider additional screening based on personal risk factors and how our comprehensive Breast Cancer Program delivers personalized care.

YouTube video by Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Community Champions: Breast Cancer Early Detection

Froedtert & MCW breast cancer experts recently shared crucial information during a Community Champions segment. Dawn Regner, MD, diagnostic radiologist, and Adrienne Cobb, MD, MS, surgical oncologist, discuss breast cancer risk factors and why early detection matters. youtu.be/ev2-bP6fcF0

Organ Transplant Services | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Froedtert Hospital, the Medical College of Wisconsin and Children's Wisconsin partner to provide comprehensive organ transplant services in Milwaukee, Wis.

Why registering to become an organ donor matters:
👉 Over 100,000 people in the U.S. are waiting for a life-saving transplant.
👉 One donor can save up to 8 lives and enhance 75 more.

Learn more about becoming an organ donor: www.froedtert.com/transplant

Now, helping save lives is a tap away. Patients can now register to become an organ donor through their MyChart account. This new feature empowers patients to register as organ, eye and tissue donors with just a few clicks. Register today: froedtert.com/mychart

MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgFUS) | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Discover MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS), a non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment for essential tremor and Parkinson’s disease offered at Froedtert & MCW in Milwaukee.

Watch a MRgUS treatment in action: froedtert.com/mrgfus

New Wisconsin procedure offers treatment for movement disorder patients Instances of movement disorders such as Parkinson's Disease and essential tremors are up. Fortunately, treatment is advancing as well. A neurosurgeon talked to Larry Meiller about the latest procedure...

Kunal Gupta, MD, PhD, neurosurgeon, visited WPR’s The Larry Meiller Show to discuss MR-Guided Focused Ultrasound (MRgUS), a non-invasive treatment new to Wisconsin that targets and reduces tremors.

A Family Affair | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Teri Strange, a registration specialist at Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital, followed in her father’s footsteps and joined the United States Air Force when she was 23 years old. Teri was assigned to...

Teri Strange, a US Air Force veteran is now a Froedtert & MCW registration specialist and reflects on how her service shaped her compassion and connection with patients. This Veterans Day, we honor Teri's story and the generations of service behind it. www.froedtert.com/stories/fami...

Average cost for a pack is $8.39 or more; for pack-a-day smokers, that’s at least $3,000 per year – poof! Up in smoke. In 10 years, you could save more than $30,000.

Get help quitting today. Talk to your doctor.
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Liver Transplant: Making More Possible | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Liver transplants are challenging procedures. Thankfully, skilled physicians using advanced technology at Froedtert Hospital helped Renae get the liver transplant she needed.

Battling liver cancer, Crohn’s disease, and diabetes, Renae faced daunting odds. But with advanced perfusion technology and a collaborative team of specialists, our transplant team made the impossible possible.

Parkinson’s Disease Symposium - Brookfield, WI This program will feature experts discussing: Ways to Manage Anxiety, Stress, & Depression, Research Updates, Advanced Treatments for PD, and Urinary & Pelvic Floor Health.

If someone you know has been affected by Parkinson's disease, join us for this important event that brings together experts, caregivers and community members to share insights and support those impacted by the disease.
Register to attend in-person or virtually: Parkinson.org/Froedtert2025

Versiti - Learn About Blood Donation Donate blood, donate plasma or donate platelets at a blood donation center near you or a blood drive near you. Make an appointment to donate blood today.

According to Versiti, even though about 38% of people are eligible to donate blood, less than 5% actually do. Donating blood is a powerful way to give back to your community and help patients in need. Find a donation center or event near you to start saving lives today! versiti.org/ways-to-give...

"Time is Brain" for Stroke Treatments Faster door-to-needle time speeds up stroke treatment.

Patients who receive fast stroke treatment are more likely to regain their independence and avoid disabilty after a stroke event. That’s why we say “time is brain saved.” #worldstrokeday2025

We collected 538 pounds of returned medications from 217 households during last Saturday’s drive-thru drug collection at Frodtert & MCW Moorland Reserve Health Center. Thanks to our volunteers and all who stopped to drop off their unused, expired or unwanted medications for safe disposal.

We collected 538 pounds of returned medications from 217 households during last Saturday’s drive-thru drug collection at Frodtert & MCW Moorland Reserve Health Center. Thanks to our volunteers and all who stopped to drop off their unused, expired or unwanted medications for safe disposal.

We're Stronger Together, Breast Cancer Awareness | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin

Hey Milwaukee! Rally with us and the Milwaukee Bucks as we team up to raise awareness for the early detection of breast cancer. With early detection, there are more treatment options, so a mammogram may just save your life.
Join us at the Breast Cancer Awareness night on Oct. 28!

Your breast health action plan: Get a mammogram starting at age 40, keep a healthy weight, eat a healthy diet, stay active and limit or avoid drinking alcohol. Learn more: froedtert.com/breast-cancer

High Risk Breast Cancer | Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin The High Risk Breast Cancer team at Froedtert & MCW reviews your lifestyle, family and medical history and genetics to develop a plan to lower your risk and detect cancer early.

Some risk factors for breast cancer include getting older, family history, genetic mutations, alcohol consumption and prior radiation therapy to chest area. If you have certain risk factors, you may need to get screened earlier than age 40. Talk to your doctor.

Need help choosing a Medicare plan? Local Medicare advisors know your area and can help you explore plans like Network Health and others that include providers from the Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin health network and ThedaCare. Enrollment runs through Dec. 7. froedtert.com/medicare

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