Aberdeen parents Michael and Kristie Duch had struggled with miscarriages and thought they were in the clear after the 20-week ultrasound. That was until Kristie went into early labor.
Getting your medical care close to home can make those trips to the doctor much easier. Less time traveling can mean more time spent getting quality care.
Nov. 17 is World Prematurity Day and raises awareness of the challenges of preterm birth. Certified nurse midwife Amanda St. Aubin discussed what makes a preterm birth and the risk factors associated with it.
Gary Gaspar, a community and business leader in Sioux Falls, died by suicide in March of 2022. His family is turning their grief into a mission of encouraging others who may be struggling with their mental health to seek help.
After finding a lump in her breast in 2019, Teri Bergeleen was referred to the high-risk breast cancer clinic. Now she shares her story to encourage others to understand their risk for breast cancer.
In this Avera Medical Minute, Erik Thorstenson speaks with an oncology nurse about how early detection remains the cornerstone in fighting breast cancer.
Recovering from a stroke centers on a series of therapies designed to help patients relearn skills that were either lost or impacted by the stroke. Each outcome and timeline to recovery is as unique as the patient themselves.
For some patients, traveling to a different town to receive medical care isn’t always possible. That’s why Avera aims to make sure they can get that care close to home.
To bring awareness to National Suicide Prevention Month, Dakota News Now spoke with an expert on what you should do if you suspect a loved one is considering suicide.
Dr. Xavier Andrade-Gonzalez with Avera Medical Group has worked with Doug throughout his cancer journey. It was his idea for Doug to try CAR T-cell therapy.
Four years ago, 70-year-old Kenny Blake was diagnosed with COPD. He finds it easier to do many everyday activities now thanks to a portable oxygen concentrator.
Life can present a lot of obligations to juggle and the stress that comes with that can quickly build. In this Avera Medical Minute, we hear some ways to minimize that stress.
Amy Blackstone loves spending time outdoors — from running to fishing and even just playing fetch with her dog — but about a year ago, she started having symptoms that sent her to the emergency room at Avera St. Luke’s.
Summer can be the perfect time to take advantage of outdoor activities, but sometimes you may come into contact with some unwanted outdoor dangers like ticks or poison ivy.
In this week’s Avera Medical Minute, Pediatrician Dr. Daniel Boadwine discussed the importance of annual checkups for kids and what doctors are looking out for.
In tonight’s Avera Medical Minute, we show you how doctors at Avera are engaging expecting moms and families by keeping them informed and in charge of their care.
