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 … Continued
October 22, 2018 by Scott Barnacle, MD Genetic testing is becoming more common as women are completing the simple test to determine their risk for breast cancer. More companies offer the testing, more insurance plans provide coverage and test costs are coming down. The screening looks at the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes. When mutations occur … Continued
October 15, 2018 Dr. Maureen Magut Charette reviews 3D mammograms on a computer screen. The method allows radiologists to see more detailed views of the breast tissue. One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. The good news is over 3.3 million breast cancer survivors are … Continued
October 8, 2021by Steven Haugen, MD Have you had your annual mammogram? In 2020, an estimated 35% of Americans missed routine cancer screenings. Routine cancer screenings, such as annual mammograms, are tests that check for cancer before there are symptoms. A recent and large study funded by the American Cancer Society found that regular mammograms substantially … Continued
October 2, 2018 The American Physical Therapy Association is promoting the initiative to choose physical therapy for safe pain management as an alternative to addictive opioids. While docotor-prescribed opioids are appropriate in some cases, they can mask the pain. Opioid risks inlcude depression, overdose, addiction and withdrawal symptoms when stopping use. That’s why the Centers … Continued
September 24, 2018 by Mankato Clinic Exposure to noise from hunting and harvest can lead to hearing loss. One way to reduce the risk of hearing loss is by wearing hearing protectors. According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, agricultural workers experience one of the highest rates of hearing loss and report significant … Continued
October 20, 2021 Click here to view Think Wellness, Fall 2021. Think Wellness, Mankato Clinic’s quarterly magazine, brings you the story of Jeanne Hume, breast cancer survivor. The Mankato Clinic Breast Health team shows you how to understand your risk for breast cancer and why to get annual mammograms. You will also find our Top 5 … Continued
September 12, 2018 by Mankato Clinic MANKATO (Sept. 11) — Mental Health First Aid is a national movement to train and empower people to “Be The Difference” in someone’s life. In partnering with the National Council for Behavioral Health, Mankato Clinic is spreading the movement to our community by offering Mental Health First Aid courses. Mental … Continued
August 27, 2018 Pursuing a career and raising a family can be so rewarding. But some days “Having It All” can feel like “Having Too Much.” You get up at 5 a.m. to work out or catch up at home, take care of your kids, work all day, shuttle kids, make dinner, volunteer, go to … Continued
August 6, 2018 The 40s are a transitional time for women. The average age of menopause for U.S. women is 51, but many women see signs of perimenopause or pre-menopause in their 40s. You may notice changes in your period — heavier, longer, shorter or irregular. Your hormone levels are beginning to fluctuate. If symptoms … Continued
