Local Interest

“There are no beds.” It’s a phrase that has become far too commonplace inside Emergency Departments and hospitals as physicians seek to find higher levels of care for their patients. What does it really mean? We are in a dire situation. As COVID-19 continues to rip through our communities – especially where vaccination rates remain low – our ability to care for patients in … [Read more...] about CentraCare’s Message to the Community

The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office reports that on 10-3-2021 at approximately 4:48 pm, their office received a report of an ATV accident with injuries at the intersection of 300th Avenue and 143rd Street in Pierz Township, east of Pierz, MN. According to the Sheriff’s Office, 44-year-old Christopher Wenderski of Burtrum, MN was driving a side-by-side ATV with passenger, … [Read more...] about Morrison County Sheriff’s Office October 4th, 2021

With the recent recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) surrounding the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 booster dose, CentraCare is working to provide a booster dose to those who qualify. The Minnesota Department of Health and CDC recommend that the following SHOULD receive a booster dose at least six months after the second dose: Age 65 or … [Read more...] about CentraCare Notifying Patients of Booster Eligibility Through MyChart

St. Cloud, Minn. – Due to the current surge in positive COVID-19 cases in our communities, CentraCare is once again implementing visitor restrictions at several facilities. The restrictions go into effect today, Tuesday, September 21. One healthy adult visitor will be allowed per patient in CentraCare and Carris Health hospital settings. This visitor must be the same … [Read more...] about CentraCare Reinstating Visitor Restrictions Due To Increase In COVID-19 Cases

A Note From The Executive Director Dear Helping Hands Outreach Patrons, In response to the increase in COVID cases in the area the Helping Hands Board is asking all staff and volunteers to wear masks when in the presence of others and suggesting that participants in our programs wear masks. This does not include while eating or exercising. Sincerely, Carol … [Read more...] about Helping Hands Outreach – Holdingford