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Stories about Lakewood patients, educational resources, and updates about our community.
Lifesaving event recognized at ceremony
Pictured, standing from left: Mike Hofmann, American Red Cross; Jerel Nelsen, City of Staples; Melissa Larson, Staples ...
Drug Take Back Day collects 35 pounds of unused medications
Wanda Oberlander, administrative assistant at Staples Police Department, said they receive items in their drop-off ...
Expanding lymphedema care at Lakewood
April 14, 2026: Lakewood Rehabilitation Services continues to grow specialized services like lymphedema care, helping ...
Prescription Drug Take Back Day: April 18
April 10, 2026: Lakewood Health System, in partnership with the Staples Police Department is hosting a prescription ...
Kveton is Newest Emergency Medicine Provider at Lakewood Health System
April 3, 2026: Lakewood Health System welcomes Magaen Kveton, family nurse practitioner, as the newest provider to the ...
A gift beyond measure
Ruthie Hoyhtya, a patient access representative at Lakewood’s main campus. March 21, 2026 — Sometimes, the most ...
Jeanette Olsen's secret to life: Don't sit still!
March 14, 2026 — At 102 years old, Jeanette Olsen has a simple philosophy for living a long and happy life.