Cook Hospital

01/06/2026

We’re hiring!

Cook Hospital is looking for compassionate professionals to join our team of caregivers.
Explore openings for nursing, lab, radiology, and more → https://cookhospital.org/careers/

01/02/2026

Here’s your reminder to schedule important annual screenings:

✔ Blood pressure
✔ Cholesterol
✔ Diabetes
✔ Mammograms / prostate exams (as recommended)

Preventive care saves lives—start the year on top of your health.

12/30/2025

Winter is here ❄️

Keep yourself and your loved ones safe this season:

1️⃣ Dress in layers
2️⃣ Keep an emergency kit in your car (flightlights, blankets, water, meds)
3️⃣ Walk like a penguin to avoid falls 🐧

Your safety matters to us—all season long.

12/29/2025

Emergencies don’t wait — and neither do we.
Our ER is open 24/7, every day, including holidays.

If you or a loved one needs urgent care, our team is here around the clock to keep you safe. 💙

12/26/2025

The holidays can be joyful — but they can also be stressful. 🌿

Remember to care for your mental health too:

💬 Talk about your feelings
🚶‍♀️ Take breaks when needed
💤 Prioritize rest
🤝 Reach out if you need help — you’re not alone.

Your well-being matters this season and beyond. 💚

12/26/2025

Today on the blog, our Infection Prevention Specialist shares some insight into how the flu season is unrolling this year—as well as some practical guidance to help you stay healthy:

Winter is here, bringing cold temperatures, snowy days, and—unfortunately—the flu. Each year the flu hits a little differently, with some strains far more vicious than others. So I was curious…how […]

12/25/2025

While many gather at home this holiday season, our incredible caregivers are here — keeping our patients safe, supported, and cared for. ❤️🎄

To every nurse, tech, provider, and staff member working a holiday shift:
Thank you for your compassion, your dedication, and your heart.
Our community is better because of you. 💙

12/24/2025

All Scenic Rivers clinics are closing at 12pm today.

Emergency services are available through the Bigfork Valley and Cook Hospital Emergency Rooms.

12/24/2025

Over the holidays, our emergency care is open 24/7.

The business office and therapy department/wellness center will have the following hours:
🎄 Christmas Eve - closing at noon
🎄 Christmas Day - CLOSED
🎆 New Year's Day - CLOSED

12/23/2025

When daylight gets shorter and the temperatures dip, staying active is more important than ever. Moving your body — even for a few minutes — can boost circulation, improve mood, and support your immune system. ❄️💙

Bundle up in layers, grab a warm drink for after your walk, and make movement part of your winter routine. Your heart, mind, and body will thank you.

Small steps truly matter this time of year.

12/22/2025

Keep your holidays merry and safe! 🎄✨

Here are a few quick safety tips from your friends at Cook Hospital and Care Center:

🔥 Keep candles away from flammable items
🚗 Drive cautiously on icy roads
🧊 Salt your walkways
🐾 Keep pets away from holiday plants like poinsettias

Stay safe, stay cozy, and enjoy the season!

12/19/2025

Living with chronic pain can impact every facet of your life—how you move, sleep, work and enjoy life. That’s why we’re proud to offer personalized, non-surgical pain treatment right here in our community.

At Cook Hospital's Pain Management Clinic, we partner with your primary care provider to build a tailored treatment plan that meets your unique needs. From back, neck or joint pain to chronic headaches — our team offers advanced, proven options so you don’t have to drive hours to find relief.

✅ Local access to imaging review, diagnostics, injections, and ongoing pain care
✅ Trusted, experienced pain specialists serving Northern Minnesota
✅ Care plans made with your comfort and lifestyle in mind

If pain is holding you back—it's time let us help you reclaim your life.