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We Speak Mental Health Week 2020

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. This September, organizations and people from across our community are coming together to host free activities, training opportunities and more to support people affected by suicide and raise awareness. For a full list of activities, visit https://lcsuicideprevention.org/ . St. Peter’s Health is hosting a series of free mental health training/education opportunities during We Speak ...

Message from CEO Wade Johnson

Today, St. Peter’s publicly announced a $10.8 million dollar settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice to resolve an alleged violation of the False Claims Act. The matter involves St. Peter’s self-disclosure of overpayments for healthcare services performed, ordered and referred by Dr. Thomas Weiner, an oncologist who is no longer employed by St. Peter’s. This is a legal settlement ...

Health Matters: Blood sugar and gut health

Sydney Dickinson, MS, RDN, graduated from Montana State University with her Master of Science in Dietetic Systems Leadership. She is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and primarily works on St. Peter’s Health Medical and Behavioral Unit floors as a clinical dietitian. Think about the mornings when you started eating a sugary breakfast cereal. You probably feel hungry again soon after. But ...

2024 Housing is Healthcare Summit

Save the date for the 3rd annual Housing is Healthcare Summit Join Us for an Exciting Event! October 7-11, 2024 St. Peter's Health Education Center Hosted by the FUSE leadership team, this year's summit will focus on the intersection of housing, justice, Medicaid and legislative initiatives. It promises to be an insightful gathering where we'll discuss key issues and explore ...

Health Matters: The health benefits of volunteering

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 ...