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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 Mental ...

St. Peter’s Health invests $9 million in state-of-the-art surgical suite

From the Helena Independent Record: St. Peter’s Health is beginning a $9 million renovation that will increase the number of operating rooms and provide a new robot-assisted surgical program. Four phases of renovations are expected to last the next year and a half. Construction will up the number of operating rooms from five to six, offer expanded space and new ...

Health Matters: Understanding how pediatric occupational therapy supports child development

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 ...

Health Matters: Why You Should Get a Colonoscopy

Colon cancer is the second most common cause of cancer deaths in the United States, after lung cancer. In 2024, about 152,810 people were diagnosed with colon or rectal cancer, and around 53,010 people died from it. The good news is that a colonoscopy can help prevent colon cancer. Doctors can find and remove small growths called polyps during this ...

Warner Joins St. Peter's Health Foundation as Associate Vice President of Philanthropy

Beth Warner, a proven leader in healthcare philanthropy, has joined St. Peter's Health Foundation as associate vice president of philanthropy, effective January 8, 2025. Warner brings more than 24 years of experience in nonprofit development, most recently serving as president of Bozeman Health Foundation. Warner is a certified fundraising professional with former leadership roles at Park Nicollet Foundation, part of ...

St. Peter’s Health Wellness Services Hosts FREE “Sugar Challenge” Starting January 9

Cutting out added sugar from your diet offers numerous benefits, including increased energy, reduced brain fog, improved sleep and improved blood sugar levels. Start the New Year off right by joining St. Peter’s Health Wellness Services for its Sugar Challenge starting January 9 through February 9. The first 21 days of this challenge encourages you to remove all forms of ...