October 3, 2016 by Mankato Clinic October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so now is the perfect time to refresh your memory when it comes to performing your monthly self-breast exam. 1: Perform at the same time Perform check at the same time each month. You should look for breasts that are their usual size, shape … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
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 … Continued
April 21, 2017 by Mankato Clinic Before you know it, your kids will be out of school for the summer and ready to enjoy the longer days. Without the daily structure of school, it’s common for kids to stay up later and not sleep long enough to make up for it. After a while, the lack … Continued
