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.
Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for persons aged 65 and over. According to our 2018 Community Health Survey over 45% of Lewis & Clark County residents over the age of 45 fell at least once that year. At St. Peter's Emergency Department we saw over 800 patients due to a fall in the past year ...
June 2, 2021
Memorandum of understanding signed to launch innovative partnership St. Peter’s Health and Carroll College today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which marks an intent for both ...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. From early detection of mental health concerns to holistic inpatient treatment, we’re here for the community every step of the way. Read on to explore just a few of the many ways that St. Peter’s programs and caregivers are committed to providing the right type of mental health care, in the right place and ...
The last fourteen months have been grueling. It has been said often; yet, it cannot be said enough. The last fourteen months have been rough. We navigated unfamiliar and uncharted territory. When lockdown began, it felt doable. Hunker down for a couple of months, slow the spread, take on some home improvement projects, and engage in a new hobby like ...
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 ...
May 10, 2021
St. Peter’s Health announced today the availability of a new, no-cost fall prevention program, Stepping On. Stepping On is a seven-week, evidence-based program that is effective and proven to reduce ...
Every April, we recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This year marks the 20th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a month focused on raising awareness about sexual assault and educating communities and individuals on preventing sexual violence. Sadly, sexual abuse and assault occur often in our community, impacting people of all ages and backgrounds. In 2019, the Friendship Center, a ...
It’s National Volunteer Appreciation Week, and we want to extend our sincerest gratitude to the over 150 volunteers at St. Peter’s. Time is a priceless and generous gift and we are fortunate that they choose to spend theirs with us! Preparing for medical school through volunteer work Ashley Carlson, St. Peter’s Health Medical Group - North Clinic Patient Member Ashley ...
Taking Care of You program offers support and resource connection services during pregnancy and first year postpartum Afternoons are busy at Nicole Hamilton’s house. Between getting apples and popcorn ready for a snack, helping Teal, 3, with potty training, and keeping an eye on a fast-crawling Jade, 1, there’s plenty to do. Nicole wouldn’t have it any other way. The ...
April 19, 2021
St. Peter’s is one of two organizations nationwide to receive funding to help local families St. Peter’s Health was awarded $50,000 from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) ...