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Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 3:18 PM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
Dr. Mohama, an Electrophysiologist with The North Central Heart Institute, describes atrial fibrillation as an irregular, chaotic rhythm, that drives the heart into an irregularity and does pose serious consequences.
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Updated: Jan. 31, 2023 at 9:15 AM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
Dr. Bechtold advises anyone experiencing hip pain to schedule a check-up.
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Updated: Jan. 27, 2023 at 10:02 AM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
When the days are shorter in the winter months, it can trigger depression in some people.
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Updated: Jan. 24, 2023 at 6:38 AM CST
|By John Gaskins
Kids age 10 and 11 learn how to properly stretch, run, do body exercises, and lift light weights... safely.
Updated: Jan. 20, 2023 at 2:37 PM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
In honor of Cervix Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. David Starks with Avera Health spoke about gynecologic cancers, which are rare and, therefore, not necessarily on everyone’s mind.
Updated: Jan. 17, 2023 at 7:58 AM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
The staff at Avera St. Mary’s Hospital in Pierre was able to help the Hiltons through delivery as soon as they arrived at the hospital.
Updated: Jan. 12, 2023 at 6:14 PM CST
|By Sam Wright
Dr. Thomas Ripperda discusses treatment options for chronic back pain.
Updated: Jan. 9, 2023 at 9:24 PM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
Quick action when someone is suffering a cardiac event can play a role in saving their life.
Updated: Jan. 2, 2023 at 10:49 PM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
Avera's Comprehensive Weight Management Clinic offers guidance and support for those looking to live a healthier lifestyle.
Updated: Dec. 26, 2022 at 10:29 PM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
The Exoskeleton is currently being used for a variety of rehab therapies at Avera McKennan’s inpatient rehab unit.
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Updated: Dec. 22, 2022 at 12:54 PM CST
|By Sam Wright
One of the two extreme seasons has arrived emphatically. Dr. Friedman explains the common ailments and how to treat them.
Updated: Dec. 19, 2022 at 10:34 PM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
An option offered at Avera is giving breast cancer survivors more confidence and a sense of themselves back.
Updated: Dec. 16, 2022 at 8:04 AM CST
|By Sam Wright
Be on the lookout for signs of stress, such as lack of energy, fatigue, short tempers, or any behaviors that are not normal.
Updated: Dec. 12, 2022 at 9:20 PM CST
|By Brian Allen
Mitral Clip is an alternative to Open Heart Surgery for those with cardiac issues.
Updated: Dec. 8, 2022 at 1:02 PM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
With temperatures getting consistently cooler, there have been upticks for a variety of seasonal illnesses such as influenza, strep throat, and RSV.
Updated: Dec. 5, 2022 at 10:28 PM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
Palliative care is available anytime during an illness and aims to help control symptoms, reduce stress, find comfort and improve quality of life.
Updated: Dec. 1, 2022 at 8:20 PM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
In this week’s Avera Medical Minute, Sam Wright sits down with an Avera surgeon to learn more about solutions to your pain.
Updated: Nov. 28, 2022 at 10:42 PM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
This class is offered at Avera in Sioux Falls, on the third Saturday of each month.
Updated: Nov. 23, 2022 at 1:16 PM CST
|By Sam Wright
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer-related death in adults.
Updated: Nov. 21, 2022 at 10:27 PM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
Minutes count when it comes to seeking treatment for a stroke.
Updated: Nov. 17, 2022 at 5:09 PM CST
|By Sam Wright
The VP of Sales for Avera Health Plans discusses the importance of determining which health plan is right for you and your family.
Updated: Nov. 11, 2022 at 9:05 AM CST
|By Alexandra Todd
Learning more about hospice care.
Updated: Nov. 7, 2022 at 9:19 PM CST
|By Dakota News Now staff
Agents with Avera Health Plans offer a personalized approach to selecting the right insurance plan.
Updated: Nov. 3, 2022 at 1:38 PM CDT
|By Sam Wright
RSV circulates every year, but this year it is happening earlier.
Updated: Oct. 31, 2022 at 10:30 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
A special team of Avera nurses is working to replace NICU fears with some Halloween cheer.
Updated: Oct. 27, 2022 at 1:41 PM CDT
|By Sam Wright
Katie Soodsma, Certified Nurse Practitioner with Avera Medical Group Urogynecology, explained some changes to be aware of after having a child.
Updated: Oct. 24, 2022 at 10:30 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
If left untreated, hypertension and preeclampsia can be dangerous to mom and baby.
Updated: Oct. 20, 2022 at 6:13 PM CDT
|By Sam Wright
Physician assistant Kaci Park, with Avera Medical Group Comprehensive Breast Cancer Care, says about 1/8 women in the U.S. can have a breast cancer diagnosis in their lifetime.
Updated: Oct. 17, 2022 at 10:52 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
The American Cancer Society recommends annual mammograms for women starting at age 40 to catch disease in its early stages.
Updated: Oct. 13, 2022 at 1:47 PM CDT
|By Sam Wright
Avera Health’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Kevin Post explained three things we can do to be responsible patients.
Updated: Oct. 10, 2022 at 10:29 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
Surgeons say the Savi Scout is much more comfortable for patients.
Updated: Oct. 3, 2022 at 10:32 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
A new campaign at Avera suggests asking one simple question.
Updated: Sep. 30, 2022 at 11:02 AM CDT
|By Erik Thorstenson
Avera Medical Minute: COVID-19 Update & Flu Vaccines
Updated: Sep. 26, 2022 at 10:27 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
Blood cancers make up about 10 percent of all cancers, and treatments to target specific types have advanced.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2022 at 2:38 PM CDT
|By Sam Wright
Avera Medical Group neurologist Dr. Justin Persson tells us what to know about Alzheimer's and similar diseases.
Updated: Sep. 19, 2022 at 10:14 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
Ron is doing what he can to thank all those at Avera that have helped him rehab and heal.
Updated: Sep. 15, 2022 at 10:49 PM CDT
|By Brian Allen
Avera Health is launching a new program in response to record suicide numbers in South Dakota.
Updated: Sep. 12, 2022 at 9:19 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
There are a total of six Gillicks employees at the hospital right now, seven if you count Chris’s mother-in-law, Fran.
Updated: Sep. 8, 2022 at 5:46 PM CDT
|By Sam Wright
Family medicine physician Dr. Kate Boos from Avera Health says there are four simple ways to improve your health outside of a clinic.
Updated: Sep. 1, 2022 at 5:14 PM CDT
|By Sam Wright
Dr. Benjamin Meyerink discusses seasonal allergies and when seeing a physician is the right move.
Updated: Aug. 29, 2022 at 10:28 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
Avera McKennan’s orthopedic clinic is now offering patients an EOS Low-Dose X-ray option.
Updated: Aug. 22, 2022 at 10:29 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
Brandon Church’s work on the sidelines, in the locker rooms, and on the field when there’s an injury at Central Lyon is invaluable when it comes to student-athlete safety and well-being.
Updated: Aug. 19, 2022 at 9:38 AM CDT
|By Alexandra Todd
Learn more about breastfeeding and dispel myths.
Updated: Aug. 16, 2022 at 2:13 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
Dr. David Basel with Avera Medical Group explains what Monkeypox is, what to watch out for, and how to keep yourself safe.
Updated: Aug. 15, 2022 at 10:32 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
Paxlovid has been authorized for emergency use by the FDA. It’s a five-day regimen that health officials say has given them the upper hand in treating COVID patients.
Updated: Aug. 8, 2022 at 10:34 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
Doctors say this new technology will be a game changer as it is quicker, more precise, and more affordable for patients.
Updated: Aug. 1, 2022 at 10:53 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
“For Robin, it was a condition of where years of arthritis had kind of developed tightness around the nerves,” he said.
Updated: Aug. 1, 2022 at 11:03 AM CDT
|By Alexandra Todd
Learn more about vaccines for children and what to expect this fall.
Updated: Jul. 25, 2022 at 10:34 PM CDT
|By Dakota News Now staff
Both options offer skilled professionals and caregivers to offer support for both the patient and their families.
Updated: Jul. 21, 2022 at 2:25 PM CDT
|By Sam Wright
Family medicine physician Dr. Leah Prestbo with Avera Medical Group discusses osteoporosis and how to stay ahead of it.