Thrive Blog

Did you know that mammograms have helped reduce breast cancer deaths in the U.S. by nearly 40% since 1990? There are differing guidelines and recommendations on when to begin getting mammograms and how often. Mankato Clinic follows the guidelines of the American College of Radiology.

Evidence shows that social media use is linked to an increase in depression and anxiety in adolescents and teenagers.

Fibromyalgia causes widespread pain, sleep problems, fatigue, and often emotional and mental distress. Carmen shares her story on hope and treatment.

“My diabetes is more like a flowing river instead of a mountain range now,” Carmen says.

May is Osteoporosis & Prevention Awareness Month.

As we age, bone density screening tests are important to do because osteoporosis and low bone density increases the risk of fractures and breaks with falls.   

Often overlooked, sleep is key to our health and well-being. Sleep Medicine experts recommend that adults get an average of 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night. Here’s your sleep hygiene guide!