Marshfield Clinic

11/14/2025

You should know: even if you've never smoked, you could still get lung cancer.

Secondhand smoke and high concentrations of radon, a natural gas, are linked to the development of lung cancer.

This Lung Cancer Awareness Month, learn more about lung cancer and how you can prevent it:

Smoking is the main cause of lung cancer, but lung cancer in nonsmokers is possible from exposure to radon or secondhand smoke.

11/13/2025

Need to schedule your annual flu vaccine? You can self-schedule in a few simple steps using your My Marshfield Clinic account on the web.

For more information about the flu or other ways to schedule your appointment, visit marshfieldclinic.org/flu.

11/11/2025

On this Veterans Day, we celebrate and honor the men and women who served in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you for your bravery and service.

11/06/2025

My Marshfield Clinic makes scheduling your flu vaccine easy.

Self-schedule your appointment using the mobile app with these 4 steps.

For more information about the flu or other ways to schedule your appointment, visit marshfieldclinic.org/flu.

11/03/2025

As a common respiratory infection, RSV symptoms may include runny nose, decreased appetite, coughing, sneezing, fever and wheezing. While symptoms typically only last a couple of weeks and resolve with rest and fluids, RSV can be dangerous, especially in infants.

Here is how to care for children with RSV at home ➡️

Caring for children with RSV, or respiratory syncytial virus, at home can be nerve-wracking. As a common respiratory infection, RSV symptoms may include

10/31/2025

Marshfield Clinic region of Sanford Health and Security Health Plan are proud to announce a $150,000 funding initiative aimed at supporting innovative, community-driven projects that address food insecurity and promote healthier lives across Wisconsin and Michigan's upper peninsula.

The program invites tax-exempt and government agencies serving communities within the Marshfield Clinic's service area to apply for grants of up to $10,000. These funds are intended to support projects that help individuals and families access the food they need to live healthy, fulfilling lives.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/4hBMWxk

10/30/2025

We’re heading into flu season – are you prepared?

Getting a flu vaccine each year is the most effective way to prevent influenza. Research shows that vaccination significantly reduces the risk of hospitalization and death due to flu.

It’s best to get your flu vaccine before November. Substantial flu activity can begin as early as November, and it takes a couple weeks for your immune system to respond and generate protection after vaccination.

Schedule your flu vaccine: marshfieldclinic.org/flu

10/17/2025

Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, can cause serious illness. Protect yourself and your loved ones this RSV season. RSV immunizations are now available for older adults, pregnant women and infants and young children.

To schedule your RSV immunization, contact your primary care provider. Learn more: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/immunizations/rsv

10/16/2025

Karen Ranke, HUC in the Emergency Department at Marshfield Medical Center-Rice Lake, received the Succulent Award for her commitment to our patients. According to House Supervisor Brianne Duncan, who nominated Karen for the award:

"Karen goes above and beyond for us, constantly! She cleans rooms, answers patient call lights and keeps the department functioning and organized. She will step in to help with patient care anytime she is asked and frequently goes above and beyond in her role as a HUC. We all appreciate the hard work that Karen does every day- especially when it requires keeping the break room organized and clean!"

The Succulent Award is a departmental award in the Rice Lake Emergency Department that is chosen each month for a staff member.

10/14/2025

"EVERYONE was very nice, friendly from the housekeeper, lab, all the nurses - and I love the ER dr. as he figured out what was wrong with me & I felt very good by the time I left the hospital," said a patient after a stay in the Med-Surg department at Marshfield Medical Center-Rice Lake.

Learn more about the hospital here ➡️ https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/locations/centers/Rice%20Lake%20-%20Marshfield%20Medical%20Center

10/09/2025

We would like to sincerely thank the Alfalfa Fest in Prairie Farm, Wisconsin for donating to Marshfield Clinic Health System Hospice Services - Rice Lake!

10/09/2025

Welcome Dr. Peg Link, pediatrician, to our Rice Lake team. She sees children throughout their childhood for general pediatric care. This includes providing well-child visits and preventive care, treating acute illnesses or injuries and managing ongoing or chronic conditions.

Teamwork is at the heart of Dr. Link's approach to care.

“I believe working as a team with parents to provide the best care for their children is imperative to ensuring children are taken care of to the best of our ability," she said.

Learn more about Dr. Link or schedule an appointment: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/Doctors/Margaret-P-Link-DO

03/01/2022

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The Health System’s network of care in the region includes a medical center in Rice Lake and clinics in Chetek, Cumberland and Hayward. The medical center provides emergency care, primary care, specialty care, imaging and lab, and pharmacy.

07/07/2020

Safety is our top priority. We are resuming services at our Cumberland Center in a safe, responsible manner. Find our current updated hours at https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/patient-resources/covid-19-temporary-location-closings.

Call 715-822-6900 to schedule an appointment. We will continue to offer telehealth from home appointments as well. You can find more information about the steps we are taking to keep patients safe and what to expect at your next appointment here: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/patient-resources/covid-19-patient-safety

03/14/2019

One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. We now offer mobile mammography services to make screening convenient for you. Call 715-924-2000 to schedule your exam on our mobile screening unit.

Watch to learn more.

Mobile mammography is a powerful tool to expand access to important screenings for women in the fight against breast cancer. Marshfield Clinic Health System ...