The school year may be wrapping up, but area parents are being encouraged to start scheduling their children’s sports physicals for the 2024/2025 sports seasons. Essentia Health Physician Assistant Angie Skyberg explains why. Skyberg says Essentia recommends that parents actually schedule a well child exam in place of a sports physical do to it’s more…
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Essentia Health has been recognized as a “Clinical Training Site of Excellence” for pharmacy student education by the University of Minnesota’s Office of Academic Clinical Affairs. Essentia received the award for their “exceptional support for University of Minnesota health sciences learners” and our longstanding partnership with the university. The Essentia Institute of Rural Health (EIRH)…
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Recently, Ada-Borup-West High School held a career exploration day for the sophomore class. Ada-Borup-West Counselor Allie Lien talks about the event. Katie Vasey, a community health specialist with Essentia Health, suggested the idea of a career day to Lien and says the experience was an eye-opener for the students. Several other Ada area businesses were…
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March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. You’ve probably heard a great deal about colon cancer over the years, which is now the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the US. Dr. Kimberly Kolkhorst, gastroenterology section chair at Essentia Health-Fargo, says there’s something new you should consider. Dr. Kolkhorst goes on to reveal something…
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Essentia Health is now joining forces with the STAR Clinical Research Network, which includes highly regarded colleges and universities, such as Vanderbilt, Stanford and Duke plus the Mayo Clinic. Dr. Catherine Benziger, a cardiologist with Essentia Health, talks about the STAR Network. Dr Benziger says including Essentia’s service area of rural communities will be an…
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January is National Blood Donor Month. The American Red Cross says the number of US blood donors is the lowest it’s been in 20 years. Jessica Howell, program manager in transfusion services for Essentia Health, gives one reason why donations are down this time of year. Howell says you shouldn’t donate blood if you’re not…
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A proposed merger between two regional health care systems has fallen through. Essentia Health and Wisconsin-based Marshfield Clinic Health System have been in talks over a possible merger for the last two years. But on Friday, both sides released a statement saying the merger wouldn’t happen. According to published reports, the two sides were reportedly…
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Whatever you have planned for today’s Christmas celebration, make some time for a walk. That advice from Dr. Michelle Thieman of Essentia Health. She shares an anecdote. Dr. Thieman also suggests that when you sit down for your holiday meal, include plenty of fruits, vegetables and lean proteins to help find a healthy balance.
Here’s a suggestion to avoid overeating this holiday season: drink water. Dr. Michelle Thieman of Essentia Health says it’s important to stay hydrated. Dr. Thieman also suggests planning ahead. She says eating a healthy meal or snack before a holiday gathering can help you avoid overeating.
Essentia Health in Fosston is currently hosting their Annual Angel fundraiser For Hospice. Shannon Netland of Fosston Essentia Health tells us more information. Netland also told us a little more about the ornaments and how they’re a good way to honor loved ones who have passed away. People interested in purchasing an ornament should call…
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