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  • With Happy Feet, Beckie Swanson Pursued Her Passion

    February 9, 2021 Our feet take us where we want to go. Beckie Swanson learned how true this is when foot pain stood in the way of a career in fitness and an active lifestyle outside the gym. About 10 minutes into teaching her ZUMBA class at Fitness for $10 in Mankato, Beckie Swanson’s right…

  • Check Your Rear: Colon Cancer Screening Saves Lives

    March 3, 2021 by Kara Sullivan, MD Besides skin cancer, colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer diagnosed in men and women in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society. Statistics also show colorectal cancer is the second most common cause of cancer-related deaths. It doesn’t have to be. March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.…

  • Are You Due for Your Well Woman Visit?

    March 31, 2021 by Amy Jo Sorensen, DO Did you cancel your annual check-up in 2020? You’re not alone. And we understand. Your healthcare provider will be happy to see you no matter how long it’s been! You can rest assured that medical clinics have extra precautions in place to ensure patient safety. It’s time to get…

  • Roger Makes Progress One Step, One Smile at a Time

    April 27, 2021 When Roger Albrecht, 3, comes to Mankato Clinic Pediatric Therapy Services twice a week, he has big smiles for the staff. His speech language pathologist sits on a kid-size chair at Roger’s level as they work with flash cards to help Roger choose between eating Cheerios or blowing bubbles. Roger may be…

  • Mental Health First Aid: You Can Be the Difference

    May 10, 2021 Sara Palmer received a call from daughter who was away at college. Her daughter was depressed and in the midst of a mental health crisis. Sara was able to calm her down, get to the heart of the problem and connect her with the professional help her daughter needed to treat her…

  • Take it from a COVID-19 Long Hauler: Get the Vaccine

    May 14, 2021 When Jeff Ford of Saint Peter got COVID-19 in October 2020, he didn’t expect symptoms to linger for 6 months and counting. Headaches and fatigue have kept him company for months. That’s why he is encouraging others to get the COVID-19 vaccine. “Get the vaccine. Don’t let it impact you. I’m not…

  • Men’s Health: Prevention is Best Medicine

    June 14, 2021 by Richard Peller, MD When younger men come to see me, it’s usually one of three things. Their brother or father was diagnosed with a medical condition. A male friend or family member has died. Or their wife made the appointment. Men don’t like going to the doctor. It’s against our nature. Unfortunately, delaying…

  • Erin’s Kitchen: Salmon is Quick and Nutritious

    July 8, 2021 by Erin Gonzalez, MS, RD, LD Salmon is one of our favorite go-to dinners for busy weeknight suppers!  A friend of mine, who grew up in Alaska and whose family are salmon fishers, gave me the best tip for cooking salmon.  Just add steak seasoning!  We have never looked backed or searched for another…

  • Randy Hermanson Got His Life Back When He Got His Pain Under Control

    July 28, 2021 Randy Hermanson of North Mankato worked for roughly 15 years in factories where he made elevator parts and brake parts for heavy equipment. His back pain was so severe that there were days when he was almost in tears at the end of the day. “That was before I realized how tender…

  • Drug Free: Joe Harvey Finds Pain Relief at Mankato Clinic

    August 10, 2021 When Joe Harvey was released from prison four years ago, he didn’t have a hammer or screwdriver to his name. His landscaping business in Windom was defunct. In four years, he rebuilt his business which includes a shop, two skid loaders, two trailers, tools, power equipment and several employees. “Clean and sober…