Due to increased illness in our communities, including measles, we have precautions in place at all St. Peter's Health facilities to protect patients and staff members. Anyone experiencing the symptoms posted at facility entrances are restricted from entering unless they are seeking care. Click HERE to learn more.
Every day, we encounter situations where we may need help or information quickly. That’s where these important phone numbers come in handy - 211, 988, and 911. Let’s learn about each of them and how they can assist us. 911: For Emergencies Only You’ve likely heard about 911 before, but it’s essential to understand its importance. 911 is the number ...
Volunteers make an immeasurable difference in people's lives by giving back to their community, supporting important causes and helping those in need. Did you know that volunteering can benefit your health as well? Research has shown that volunteering provides significant health benefits, especially for older adults, by enhancing their mental and physical well-being. Researchers believe that the combination of physical ...
As an obstetrician, I specialize in the care of women during pregnancy and childbirth. Obstetricians do many things for patients. They deliver babies, of course, but also provide routine care and guidance during pregnancy. As much as I love delivering babies, the “prenatal care” part of my job that happens before a baby is delivered is especially important because regular ...
Most of us find comfort in our morning “eye opener” or the afternoon "pick me up." We have a coffee shop on every corner and energy drink displays in every store. In a world that seems to move faster and faster, many of us turn to some chemical assistance and extra grounds to help us manage the daily grind. There ...
By Registered Nurse Care Manager Dave Ellis, RN in the Helena Independent Record on June 26, 2019. As a registered nurse care manager, I work closely with a patient’s care team, which includes your primary care provider, medical assistants, nurses, pharmacists, counselors and social workers. The role of the RN care manager is to help provide comprehensive, coordinated and quality ...
There are 206 bones in our body and each plays a critical role in protecting our organs, providing structure and giving a good anchor for our muscles to cling on to. This is why maintaining good bone health is so important. Did you know that our bones are constantly changing and growing? It’s hard to wrap your head around because ...
Many children go through phases of disliking tooth brushing, struggling with writing, or reacting strongly to changes in their routine. While some of these behaviors may be typical, they can also indicate that a child is experiencing challenges that go beyond the usual ups and downs of growing up. Pediatric occupational therapy (OT) is one approach that can help children ...
Warm weather is finally here, and while cold and flu season may be the last thing on our minds, summer recreation can bring a number of other health concerns. Bug bites, broken bones, sprains, allergies and heat stroke are all common health conditions that can occur when we least expect them. Knowing when and where to go in your time ...
By Jaime Larese, MS, RDN, LDN and Kyla Peterson, PT DPT OCS When thinking about establishing an exercise routine, often we envision dragging ourselves from our desks, changing into clothes we can sweat in, placing earbuds in to listen to upbeat music, and having to jack the treadmill or elliptical up to high speeds to see benefits. This vision often ...
When I was a boy, I remember hearing stories from my parents about the Great Depression and World War II. Back then a common saying was “Use it up. Wear it out. Make it do, or do without.” Women would draw a dark line up the backs of their legs with an eyebrow pencil to mimic the seam of silk ...
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