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July 11, 2017 by Mankato Clinic At least half of us don’t put on the recommended amount of sunscreen, which can lead to harmful effects of sun exposure and skin cancer. One in five Americans will develop some form of skin cancer in their lifetime, which is why donning sunscreen is one of the best things…

July 5, 2017 by James Nack, DPM About Mankato Clinic Department of Podiatry :Our Foot and Ankle physicians provide comprehensive medical and surgical care for a wide spectrum of foot and ankle conditions including common to complex disorders and injuries that affect people of all ages. Call us at 507-385-4055 for same-week care. Appointment can be made…

June 19, 2017 by Lynn Gustafson, DPM Summer has made its welcomed yearly appearance which has left many of us barefoot or donning sandals, but that doesn’t mean you should neglect your feet. By following these tips, you’ll ensure healthy, happy feet all summer long. Avoid flip-flops: By wearing flip-flops, you’re exposing yourself to bacteria, viral…

June 9, 2017 by Mankato Clinic With temperatures reaching sweltering degrees this weekend, it’s important to take the necessary precautions so you and your family members don’t feel the physical effects the heat can take on your body. Follow the simple steps below to protect your health when the temperatures are extremely high: Stay hydrated by…

June 6, 2017 by Darla Wrage, MD It’s second nature for parents to bring their children to the doctor when they’re sick. But, in reality, annual well-child visits are just as important for your child’s health as appointments are when they’re feeling under the weather. Children are unique in that their minds, bodies and brains continue…

June 5, 2017 by Mankato Clinic Mankato West High School senior Benjamin Abbott was selected from 45 applicants as the 2017 J. Scott Sanders M.D. Memorial Scholarship winner. The Mankato Clinic Foundation awards the $2,000 scholarship annually in remembrance of Dr. J. Scott Sanders. In May 2006, the Mankato Clinic lost Dr. Sanders, one of its…

May 16, 2017 by Mankato Clinic Due to an outbreak of measles in Le Sueur, Crow Wing, Ramsey and Hennepin counties, we want you to be informed on the virus and help answer any questions that you may have about what to do if you or someone you know needs to protect themselves against measles.  Vaccination: due…

May 15, 2017 by Mankato Clinic The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has confirmed two cases of measles in Le Sueur County. These are the first confirmed measles cases in south central Minnesota in 2017. The confirmed cases are unvaccinated children under the age of five. The children have not required hospitalization and are recovering at…

May 5, 2017 by Mankato Clinic The sun is shining and the weather is warmer, leaving many of us in southern Minnesota shedding some layers and baring our skin. But, when you do that, remember that May is Melanoma month and the perfect time for you to review proper skin-care etiquette for the summer ahead. Melanoma…

April 27, 2017 by Mankato Clinic To support organizations that are helping promote its mission, the Mankato Clinic Foundation has approved $24,750 in grants to nine deserving organizations within the area.  Receiving grants for quarter one are: Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services ($3,000), Twin Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America ($1,000), YWCA Mankato ($4,000), Friends of…