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Wilderness Health is a collaborative of independent providers working together to improve health care in Northeast Minnesota and Northwest Wisconsin.
There is value in keeping health care local. Creating sustainable health care models that aim to low costs and increase quality of care helps us keep health care in our communities. Through smart strategies, such as shared services and accountable care organizations (ACOs), Wilderness Health will lead the transformation for rural health care systems.
“We’re stronger for our patients by working together.”
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Surveys Show Ways to Support Families Impacted by Substance Use
The Arrowhead region of Minnesota is disproportionately impacted by substance use disorders (SUDs). Wilderness Health data shows higher rates of adults with SUD and mental illness than the state average. For children, our region has higher rates of child protection involvement, as well as parental SUD and mental illness. Pregnant individuals impacted by SUD may face stigma and fear when seeking healthcare. These factors may prevent patients from attending prenatal appointments. Read More
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