Northland Encompass Medical Group

Go ahead, give grandma a call! Although it’s hard to measure social isolation and loneliness precisely, there is strong evidence that many adults aged 50 and ol...der are socially isolated or lonely in ways that put their health at risk. https://www.cdc.gov//pub/features/lonely-older-adults.html

Don't let your guard down just because you're meeting up with a friend. That afternoon coffee date may expose you to #COVID19, and for some the virus could potentially devastate your body. The uncertainty is why we must protect everyone around us.

If you got tested for COVID-19 and it was negative, that's great news, but it's not an excuse to stop taking precautions. That just means you were not infected at the time your sample was collected. However, that does not mean you will not get sick. Keep taking steps to stop the spread.

ICYMI: Steve Stites, MD, our chief medical officer, and Dana Hawkinson, MD, our medical officer for infection prevention and control, spent some time in a walk-in freezer to demonstrate the effectiveness of masks.

You may have heard it said that "When you wear a mask, you protect me. When I wear a mask, I protect you." Wearing a mask can feel strange, but it’s an importan...t defense in our fight against COVID-19. See the impact a simple mask can have on the risk of transmission. Learn more about mask use at: https://bit.ly/2UgqqAx. See more

Looking for tips on how to safely wear and remove your cloth face covering? Check out our new poster for guidance and recommendations on properly using your face covering when you’re out in public. Get the poster here: https://bit.ly/35GdjwW

We are asking that everyone wear a face mask into our office when coming as patient or guest of the patient.

We are excited to announce that we are offering telemedicine visits at the Northland office. You will still need to call to schedule an appointment with our schedulers. https://encompassmed.com/telehealth-patient-access-instruc/

Know the facts about COVID-19. Don’t share rumors and unintentionally spread misinformation. Federal, state and local governments are posting current and accura...te information. For help in distinguishing rumor from fact, see FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency's Coronavirus Rumor Control: https://bit.ly/3ahGFDq See more

We at Encompass are very concerned about the current situation. However it is very important that we Don't Panic. Please listen to the medical experts. - Don't go to the ER unless you significantly sick. - If you are sick call our office, if you have concerns. - Please don't just walk into our office at this time, we have protocols in place to reduce symptomatic patients exposure to other patients in the waiting room. - Please don't be surprised if you are informed that you will not be tested for COVID-19, testing remains extremely limited.

UPDATE: We’re implementing a new visitor policy that includes a screening process for all visitors and patients. The screening does not test for COVID-19. We ar...e limiting public entrances to 1st Floor Pavilion, Hospital Main and ED. Patients are limited to two visitors and children under 14 will not be allowed unless seeking care. We appreciate your help keeping our patients, visitors and staff healthy. Learn more: https://www.nkch.org/patients-and-g/coronavirus-information See more

DHSS activated a statewide public hotline for citizens or providers needing guidance regarding COVID-19. At 8 a.m. today, the hotline opened and can be reached at 877-435-8411. The hotline is being operated by medical professionals and is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

It is that time of year again! Please come in an get your flu vaccine to get protected.