Our DNA can tell us a lot about our health. That’s why the National Institutes of Health’s All of Us Research Program is returning health-related DNA results to thousands of participants nationwide. The All of Us Research Program partnered with Essentia Health in 2018, and since then more than 3,500 participants have signed up in Essentia Health service areas. …
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Ada, MN — A new nursing assistant course is being offered to area high school students thanks to a partnership between Essentia Health, Ada-Borup-West High School, Benedictine Living Community-Ada and Halstad Living Center. Ten students in grades 10-12 will complete the semester-long course on Jan. 20, receiving credit toward graduation. They will also be eligible…
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The new year rang in with crying- the GOOD kind- for one area family, only a couple days late. Essentia health-St. Joseph’s Medical Center welcomed Hazel Mae Hanson at 1p.m on Tuesday, January 3rd. At 7 pounds, 12 ounces and measuring 21 inches long, little Hazel is the child of Rachel and Colton Hanson. St. Joseph’s Medical…
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With the holidays in full swing, Essentia Health is reminding patients of simple steps they can take to prevent seasonal illnesses, along with the care options available if they do get sick. RSV, influenza and COVID-19 are creating a perfect storm of sickness this year, and holiday gatherings increase the potential for those illnesses to…
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Wet, heavy snow like we’ve had with the recent snowstorm is great for making snowmen and snowballs. It can also lead to a heart attack. Dr. Sreejith Gopi with Essentia Health in Ada says shoveling wet, heavy snow is like a serious workout. Dr. Gopi continues comparing a gym workout with shoveling snow. Dr. Gopi…
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Journalist and bestselling author Beth Macy, in partnership with Essentia Health, is hosting a virtual presentation to discuss the stigma surrounding substance use disorder. The presentation will take place from noon to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 16. Titled “Hope and Help: America’s Overdose Crisis,” Macy will present evidence-based pathways for getting people into care;…
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For the third consecutive year, Essentia Health has been cited as a leader in technology by the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME). Health care organizations are recognized annually for their information-technology achievements and receive certifications through the CHIME Digital Health Most Wired program. Organizations certified at level 9 or 10 (on a 1-10 scale) are considered leaders. Essentia’s acute and ambulatory…
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Patients at Essentia Health’s hospitals are now being allowed more visitors. Essentia Health will allow two visitors per patient at a time; the visitors do not have to be the same two people on a given day. This is a slight adjustment from our current policy that requires the same two visitors per patient on…
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For the first time since 2019, COVID-19 isn’t expected to significantly alter trick-or-treating this year. But, medical experts caution, there are still spooky considerations to keep in mind when celebrating Halloween. Stay safe by following these recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics: · Accompany young children on their pursuit of treats. If older children are going…
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Essentia Health is proud to welcome Jessica Beste, an advanced practice registered nurse and certified nurse practitioner specializing in family medicine. She will practice at the Essentia Health St. Joseph’s-Pequot Lakes Clinic and the Essentia Health St. Joseph’s-Crosslake Clinic “I did some of my training at Essentia and was very drawn to the organization because…
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