Marshfield Clinic Health System - Michigan Area

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.

11/12/2025

Governor Gretchen Whitmer has appointed Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson President Mandy Shelast to the Michigan Veterans' Facility Authority Board of Directors.

The veterans’ board governs the Michigan Veterans’ Facility Authority and consists of the Director of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and eight members appointed by the Governor who have professional knowledge, skill, or experience in long-term care, health care licensure or finance, or medicine.

Read more:
https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/news/news-articles/shelast-named-to-veterans-board

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.

11/07/2025

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.

To schedule your flu vaccine:
◾ Call your primary care provider: marshfieldclinic.org/doctors
◾ Call your local clinic: marshfieldclinic.org/locations

10/23/2025

Please take a few moments and vote to help us crown our second annual pumpkin decorating contest champion! Departments across Marshfield Medical Center-Michigan Region came together to create these displays. Vote for your favorites by simply “liking” their photos. Voting runs through Tuesday, October 28th. All votes must be cast on our original post - votes on a shared post will not be counted. Thank you for your participation and Happy Halloween!

10/21/2025

Healthcare Guidance & Learning Sessions

Thank you, Brett Baird, PT, member of the Marshfield-Dickinson Rehabilitative Services team for delivering today's Healthcare Guidance & Learning Session, "Improving Your Health Through Lifestyle Changes."

Baird shared how to improve your health through education and implementation of proven health-focused methods and techniques.

In partnership with the YMCA, Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson conducts the Healthcare Guidance & Learning Sessions. Please stay tuned for our next presentation.

10/17/2025

Gov. Whitmer appoints Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson’s Mandy Shelast to Michigan veterans’ board.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer has appointed Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson President Mandy Shelast to the Michigan Veterans' Facility Authority Board of Directors.
The veterans’ board governs the Michigan Veterans’ Facility Authority and consists of the Director of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs and eight members appointed by the Governor who have professional knowledge, skill, or experience in long-term care, health care licensure or finance, or medicine.
Shelast, of Houghton, is the network president of the Michigan and South regions for Marshfield Clinic region of Sanford Health. She is the former president of the National Association of Rural Health Clinics. Shelast holds a bachelor’s in community development and a master’s in health services administration from Central Michigan University.
“I am honored to have been appointed to this role,” Shelast said. “I look forward to working with fellow board members to serve our Michigan veterans.”
Her term began Oct. 14 and expires April 15, 2029. Shelast succeeds Kenneth Robbins, whose term expired. Her appointment is subject to the advice and consent of the Senate.

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