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Apr 22 2025
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Women's Health

Taking Control of Bladder Leaks
Ever feel a little surprise when you laugh, cough, or sneeze, or that sudden urge that’s hard to control? You’re [...]
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Apr 22 2025
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Birth Center , Parenting

Shaken Baby Syndrome: Protecting Little Ones
Bringing a new baby home is one of life’s greatest joys, filled with tiny fingers, soft snuggles, and, sometimes, relentless [...]
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Apr 22 2025
A mother and child shopping in the produce section
Nutrition

Shop the Grocery Store Perimeter – For Your Health
Ever find yourself overwhelmed by the endless options in the grocery store? Between flashy packaging and confusing labels, making healthy [...]
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Apr 22 2025
Female patient being fitted for eyeglasses
Eye Care

New Eyeglasses? Going Local has its Benefits
Choosing new eyeglasses can feel like a big decision. You want to see clearly, look great, and get the best [...]
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Apr 21 2025
Patient and doctor making 'heart hands' together
Community

Share Your Story of Exceptional Care During Patient Experience Week
Did a Welia Health team member brighten your day? 💙 As we celebrate Patient Experience Week 2025, we want to [...]
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Mar 27 2025
Emergency entrance at Welia Health-Mora
Emergency

Urgent Care or the ER?
A sudden injury or illness can throw your day into chaos. But where do you go for help? Understanding the [...]
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Mar 27 2025
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Family Medicine

Are You at Risk? Lung Cancer Screening with Low-Dose CT
This year, the American Cancer Society estimates there will be approximately 226,650 new cases of lung cancer in the US. [...]
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Mar 27 2025
A landscape scene with dark spots demonstrating how diabetic retinopathy impacts vision
Eye Care

Diabetes and Your Vision: What You Need to Know
Living with diabetes can feel like a full-time job—medications, meal plans, doctor appointments. But one thing many people overlook? Their [...]
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Mar 27 2025
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Family Medicine

Finding a Primary Care Provider You’ll Love
Let’s be honest, finding a new provider can feel like a chore. But it doesn’t have to be! Think of [...]
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Feb 26 2025
A hand and artificial models of viruses on a blue background.
Pharmacy

Superbugs: What You Need to Know About Antibiotic Resistance
The term superbugs might sound like science fiction, but it represents a serious and growing public health concern. Bacteria and [...]
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Feb 26 2025
Dr. Troy Mork and wife Jean traveling
Eye Care , Providers

a 37-year Legacy of Compassion, Care and Community
A Retirement Celebration for Dr. Troy Mork Dr. Troy Mork has been a staple in the Mora community for almost [...]
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Feb 26 2025
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Family Medicine

Taking control of your cholesterol
February is American Heart Month, a perfect time to focus on your cardiovascular health. We all know heart disease is [...]
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Feb 26 2025
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Surgery

Are colon polyps the same as colon cancer?
If you are confused about the difference between colon polyps and colon cancer, that’s understandable. With National Colorectal Cancer Awareness [...]
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Feb 26 2025
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Wellness

Welia Center FAQ
Welcome to the Welia Center, a collaboration between Welia Health and Mora Public Schools! This community-focused facility, formerly known as [...]
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Jan 27 2025
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Family Medicine

Sore Throat vs. Strep Throat: Know the Difference
That scratchy throat. You know the feeling – it makes swallowing a chore and can really disrupt your day. Sore [...]
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Jan 27 2025
Senior woman looking at a medicine cabinet filled with prescriptions
Pharmacy

Simplify your medications with Medication Therapy Management (MTM)
Is your daily pill box overflowing with multiple medications? You aren’t the only one – and you don’t have to [...]
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Jan 27 2025
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Nutrition

8 tips for healthy and affordable eating
Healthy eating shouldn’t be a luxury reserved for the wealthy. When you mix a little creativity with some clever planning, [...]
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Jan 27 2025
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Birth Center

Lactation Challenges
Your feeding journey: What you need to know about the challenges of lactation The time after the birth of your [...]
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Dec 19 2024
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Nutrition

Kicking the sugar habit
Sugar’s allure is undeniable, but its consequences can be severe. From obesity to mood swings, excessive sugar consumption can wreak [...]
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Dec 19 2024
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Family Medicine , Rehabilitation

Breaking free: Your Q&A guide to quitting tobacco
Have you ever dreamt of breaking free from tobacco’s grip? It is possible. Millions have successfully kicked the habit and [...]
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Dec 19 2024
Advil box and opened Advil bottle and two packet of Tylenol
Pharmacy

Advil vs. Tylenol – What’s the difference?
We’ve all been there: a sudden headache, a nagging backache, or a fever that won’t break. Reaching for a bottle [...]
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Dec 19 2024
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Eye Care

Daily vs. extended wear contact lenses
Tired of glasses getting in the way? Contact lenses offer a clear, comfortable, and convenient solution for vision correction. But [...]
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Nov 21 2024
Preparing for Newborn with Welia Health
Birth Center

Preparing your home for a newborn
Welcome, baby! Making sure your home is safe for a newborn One of the jobs of a parent is helping [...]
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Nov 18 2024
Woman at the kitchen table reaching for a donut.
Nutrition

Harnessing your hunger hormones
Have you ever reached for an extra slice of pizza or a second serving of dessert, even though you’re already [...]
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Nov 18 2024
Man with difficulty swallowing and holding his throat
Rehabilitation

Understanding dysphagia: An invisible disorder
Dysphagia, or difficulty swallowing, is a condition that can significantly affect your quality of life and overall health. The ability [...]
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