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Wed
12
Feb

February 9-15 is National Cardiac Rehab Week: Cardiac Rehabilitation at VMH; A highly utilized local service


Cardiac Rehab available at VMH ... February 9-15 is National Cardiac Rehab Week. Veterans Memorial Hospital began its own Cardiac Rehabilitation program over three decades ago to help fulfill a need in the community - a need that has been and continues to be well utilized. Pictured above at right is Frieda Strub of Monona on the tread mill with Amy Rolfs, RN, Cardiac Rehab Nurse, supervising. A Cardiac Rehabilitation program is essential for the fullest recovery of a victim of a heart disorder and is available locally at Veterans Memorial Hospital. Submitted photo.

Veterans Memorial Hospital (VMH) began its own Cardiac Rehabilitation unit over three decades ago to help fulfill a need in the community - a need that has been and continues to be well utilized.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Half a million people die each year due to this disease. Many people develop symptoms of heart disease when they are in their 40s or 50s, interrupting a most productive time of life. Cardiac Rehabilitation is an important tool in the fight against heart disease. Rehabilitation involves monitored exercise, nutritional counseling, emotional support and education about lifestyle changes to reduce risks of heart problems.

Wed
12
Feb

February recognized as National Cancer Prevention Month

by Brandy Strub, Dietitian, Veterans Memorial Hospital

Wed
12
Feb

Diabetes Support Group to meet

The Veterans Memorial Hospital (VMH) Diabetes Support Group will hold its next meeting Thursday, February 20, at 10 a.m.  The meeting will be held at Veterans Memorial Hospital in the Large Conference Room, located on the lower level of the hospital.

This diabetes class is open to everyone who has diabetes or who has a friend or loved one with diabetes.  For more information on the Diabetes Support Group, call  Angie Mettille, RN, Certified Diabetes Educator at Veterans Memorial Hospital at 563-568-3411.

Wed
12
Feb

Memorials received by Veterans Memorial Healthcare Foundation

Memorials were received by the Veterans Memorial Health Care Foundation in memory of Melvin Haskovec by Audrey Angel, Mary Cunningham, Gregg and Diana Durlam, Robert and Karen Fossum, Susan and Charles LeMaster, Mike and Sue McMillan, Jeff Moe, Wayne and Nona Sawyer, Ed and Karen Stamper, Betty Troendle, Chuck and Lois Votsmier, Kate Wooden and Edna Haskovec.

Memorials were also received in memory of Kermit Klees by Ron and Nancy Adam, Dan and Traci Byrnes, Robert and Karen Fossum, Mary Ann Hager, Phillip and Linda Heeler, Mary Kruse-Emerson, Bob and Angie Mettille, Sam and Shelby Schwartz, Chuck and Lois Votsmier, Ron Winters and Ann Klees.

Wed
12
Feb

Birth announcement: Roen

Bradon and Hannah Roen of Luana announce the birth of their son, Landon Luther Roen, born February 3, 2025 at Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waukon. He weighed 8 lbs. 12 ozs. and measured 21 inches in length at the time of his birth. He joins a sister, Delilah (2).

Grandparents are Patience and Bob Kober of Luana, Quentin and Jenny Schutte of Luana, and Chriss and Stacie Roen of Blue River, WI.

Wed
12
Feb

Word for Word 2/12/25

Rev. Laura Gentry
Rev. Laura Gentry

You may have heard the recent accusations made on X (formerly Twitter) that claimed money was being laundered through religious organizations and specifically named the “Lutheran” faith.

As an ordained minister in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA), I feel it is important to state that these statements are blatantly false. The ELCA responds to the love of Jesus Christ through compassionate service: feeding people who are hungry, caring for those who are sick, and advocating for justice, peace and the dignity of all people.

Wed
12
Feb

Letter to the Editor: Submitted by Ann Hart

To the Editor:

Elon Musk is the richest man in the world, the first trillionaire. He donated $277 million dollars to Donald Trump’s election. What did he buy with his money?

Musk has accessed the government payment systems housed at the Treasury Department. Staff at that agency refused to turn it over to anyone without background checks and security clearances. Those diligent government employees were promptly fired.

Elon Musk had already begun the firing of the Justice Department and FBI personnel. There is no one in law enforcement to interfere with his takeover of the government purse strings. The U.S. Constitution clearly states that it is the job of the U.S. Congress to obligate tax dollars. In fact, the funds that Musk is cutting were obligated for a purpose. Those cuts are impacting programs and jobs.

Tue
11
Feb

Dave Duncklee

The Northeast Iowa community mourns the loss of Dave Duncklee, 84, who passed away peacefully in a Florida hospital following a significant brain bleed. His high school sweetheart, Cheryl, was by his side for 62 years. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

A full obituary will appear in the February 19 edition of The Standard. You can subscribe to The Standard's print edition or e-edition by clicking here.

Tue
11
Feb

Donald Slattery

Donald J. Slattery, 86, of Orlando, FL passed away January 25, 2025 at Cornerstone Hospice in Ocoee, FL. Memorial Mass was held Friday, February 7 at Holy Family Catholic Church, Orlando, FL. Donations in Donald’s name may be made to The American Legion online at www.legion.org or to the Arnold and Winnie Palmer Foundation online at www.palmerfoundation.org.

Don was born April 8, 1938 in La Crosse, WI, the son of Larry and Esther Slattery. He grew up in Waterville and graduated from Waterville High School in 1956. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Marquette University in 1960.

He joined the U.S. Navy shortly thereafter, completed flight training, and became a Naval Aviator. He flew the F8 Crusader as a member of the VF-32 Squadron and was assigned to the USS Saratoga aircraft carrier.

Fri
07
Feb

Robert Hager

Robert Allen Hager, 63, of Waukon passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 5, 2025, at 3:20 p.m. at his home in Waukon surrounded by his loving family and friends. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, February 11 at 3 p.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Waukon with Fr. Joseph Sevcik officiating. Friends may greet the family from 1 p.m. until the time of services at the church.

The family invites you to join them at Bob’s Celebration of Life following, at Green Valley Getaway in Waukon from 4:30-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the family will be used for causes close to Bob’s heart. For the full obituary please go to the Martin-Grau Funeral Home website: https://www.martinfunerals.com/.
 

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