Wishing everyone a wonderful Independence Day! On this historic day, let's celebrate freedom, cherish being one united nation, and pay tribute to the brave men and women who made it possible. Have a joyful and safe holiday! read more

From Karla Pankow, Ambulance Director: May I just take a moment to brag a bit about this EMS crew? At 0558 yesterday morning we were dispatched to Beth Lake in the Boundary Waters. The Beaver seaplane was unable to... read more

We caught up with Dr. Kurt Farchmin making his rounds this morning in the Care Center. Several residents surprised him with a nice goodbye event featuring coffee and yummy treats! On behalf of everyone at North Shore Health and North Shore Living ... read more

On June 27, we talk about PTSD, a complex disorder caused by experiencing or witnessing trauma. The trauma necessary to cause PTSD can originate from many events — potentially an accident, combat, a natural disaster, or an assault —... read more

On Sunday, June 18, we honor the fathers in our community. Men are playing a more active role in parenting. Not just provider, protector, and disciplinarian. A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of... read more

Up Up and Away My mom, Sharon Bloomquist, sister Melissa Smith and I recently went on vacation to see family in Arizona. Can I tell you that three white girls from Northern Minnesota and I mean white (as we haven’t seen sun or been warm in ... read more

Check out our dedicated EMS crew sporting their stylish new Summer Tees! Did you know that North Shore Health has training available for Emergency Medical Technicians? This is a paid training position to become eligible to take the National... read more

The theme for CNA Week (June 15 – 21) is “We’re Unstoppable”. Please help us celebrate, recognize, and pay respect to the incredible work that the nearly 1 million-strong contingent of frontline heroes does every day for... read more

America’s Flag Day marks the Second Continental Congress’s adoption of the first U.S. national flag on June 14, 1777. The first flag featured the same 13 red and white stripes we see today. However, the number and arrangement of stars ... read more

“Give blood, give plasma, share life, share often.” The theme focuses on patients requiring life-long transfusion support and underlines the role every single person can play, by giving the valuable gift of blood or plasma. It also... read more