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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 ...

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: 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 ...

Register Now for Family Fun Fest 2024

Don’t miss Helena’s premiere health and wellness event for kids! Family Fun Fest 2024 is a FREE event on Saturday, Aug. 10 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. Brought to you by St. Peter's Health and in partnership with area non-profits, Family Fun Fest offers a day of free fun for the whole family! The one-mile fun run follows a ...

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: Speech therapy is more than just speech

In a world where effective communication shapes our daily interactions, speech therapy provides support for individuals of all ages who may be experiencing an array of communication challenges. Beyond simply correcting speech sound errors, Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) are trained to evaluate and treat a spectrum of communication disorders along with impairments in swallow function. Let’s explore the multifaceted nature of ...