Physical Therapy and Parkinson’s Disease
Did you know…therapy is medicine! This is especially true for those with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease. My name is Amanda Wilson, a physical therapist at Altru who specializes in…
Did you know…therapy is medicine! This is especially true for those with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s Disease. My name is Amanda Wilson, a physical therapist at Altru who specializes in…
Washing your hands and wearing a face mask are two of the key recommendations in preventing COVID-19. But with the winter months and frequent hand washing, many people are experiencing…
As we take precautions during the COVID-19 pandemic in order to keep the people around us safe, a growing number of people are having a harder time communicating. “A lot…
As a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Altru Health System has access to Mayo Clinic knowledge, resources and expertise. This includes collaborating with Mayo Clinic specialists on the…
How many of us have grown weary of being stuck at home, isolated, tired of feeling stressed, and wish we could just do away with our masks? Across the country,…
Our region is experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases recently. Evidence is showing that trend could continue, and perhaps increase as we head into the winter months. At the same…
You may have heard that COVID-19 is similar to the seasonal flu. Both are contagious respiratory diseases caused by viruses and with shared common symptoms. But while there are many…
The holiday season is upon us already! The holiday season brings lots of opportunities and experiences with busy or large crowds, holiday music, lots of bright lights, and new or…
The holidays are right around the corner and are traditionally a time for family and friends to travel and be together. With COVID-19 cases increasing at a high rate, many…
The way Altru Cancer Center treats cancer is evolving. We’re always searching for innovative ways to deliver world-class care to our patients. Our latest technology is only available in less…