Prairie Ridge Health

01/09/2026

Last week, we welcomed our final group of students in 2025 for our popular Safe Sitter class. The students learned about behavior management, first aid, what to do when an infant or child chokes, and how to perform CPR on an infant and child.

👉 Fun Fact: T date, we've had OVER 800 students attend our Safe Sitter course since the start of the program in 2004!

👉 For more information about our Safe Sitter course, visit: https://prairieridge.health/safe-sitter-training/

01/09/2026

At Prairie Ridge Health, we provide high-quality, individualized healthcare close to home. Feel the difference at Prairie Ridge Health. Visit us in Columbus, Beaver Dam, Sun Prairie, and Marshall, Wisconsin.

01/07/2026

🌟My Why Wednesday🌟
Today we’re celebrating two behind-the-scenes teams who make a huge impact at PRH every day!

Our Clinical Informatics team is the go-to resource for all things Epic, our electronic health records system—supporting our staff and providers with workflows, problem-solving, and system improvements that help deliver safe, efficient patient care.💚

🙏We’re also grateful for our Medical Staff Specialist, who partners closely with providers to guide credentialing and peer review processes, helping ensure high standards of quality and professionalism across our organization.

Thank you for your expertise, dedication, and commitment to supporting our teams and our patients!

01/07/2026

Struggling with a wrist or upper extremity injury, carpal tunnel, a sprain, or arthritis? Proper splinting can make a HUGE difference in comfort and recovery. Becky explains how our Occupational Therapy team at Prairie Ridge Health can help by creating a custom splint to help you heal.
👉 Tap the link to watch:

Learn how custom hand therapy splinting can help you recover from common hand and upper extremity injuries, fractures, nerve damage, or arthritis. Our therap...

01/05/2026

Our birth center team helped welcome our first baby of the new year, Sullivan Adams born 1/1/2026 at Prairie Ridge Health! Congratulations to the family, we love helping you create beautiful beginnings. 👶 🍼 👣

01/01/2026

✨Happy New Year from Prairie Ridge Health!✨ We're proud to care for you and your family through every season of life in the year ahead.

Wishing you and yours a happy and healthy 2026.

📍Come see us in Columbus, Beaver Dam, Sun Prairie or Marshall.

12/31/2025

This holiday season, the Prairie Ridge Health Foundation thanks you for the incredible support and generosity you have shown us throughout the year. Thank you for keeping us in your hearts, and we wish you a holiday filled with love and happiness.

12/30/2025

🌸 It's Walk-in Mammogram Day at Prairie Ridge Health! 🌸

📅 Date: TODAY
🕒 Time: 7am-5pm
📍 Location: Prairie Ridge Health Hospital - Columbus

✅If you're due for your annual screening, stop by and take care of this important step. Tag a friend to remind them, too.

Here’s what you need to know:
✅ You must be 40+ years old
✅ No mammogram in the past 12 months
✅ No current breast concerns
✅ Bring your insurance card, previous mammogram info, and primary care provider details.

Can't make it today? Prairie Ridge Health offers walk-in mammograms the last TUESDAY of every month. See you soon!

https://prairieridge.health/subservices/mammograms/

12/29/2025

⏰ Reminder! Walk-in mammogram day is tomorrow! If you're due for a screening mammogram, come see us in Columbus TOMORROW!

📅 Tuesday, December 30
🕖 7 AM – 5 PM
📍 Prairie Ridge Health – Columbus

No appointment or referral needed. We'll see you soon!

https://prairieridge.health/subservices/mammograms/

12/26/2025

Sometimes the holidays aren't joyful for everyone, and that's ok. Support for mental health and wellbeing is available at Prairie Ridge Health. We offer mental health resources, support groups, and Mindful Connections sessions all year long. Learn more: https://prairieridge.health/resources/mental-health-treatment-resources/

12/24/2025

🌟My Why Wednesday🌟
Our Patient Financial Counselors play an essential role in supporting patients throughout their care journey.

They work one-on-one with patients to explain insurance coverage, billing questions, payment options, and financial assistance—helping reduce stress and create clarity during challenging moments.

We’re grateful for their compassion, expertise, and dedication to our patients and community.

12/23/2025

It's cold and flu season! Here are a few tips to help you stay healthy this season:

✅ Wash your hands
✅ Avoid touching your face
✅ Stay home when sick
✅ Cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing
✅ Clean frequently touched surfaces

🔗Having a trusted primary care provider can provide the support you need when you're not feeling well. Find a Prairie Ridge Health primary care provider: https://prairieridge.health/service/primary-care/