August 19, 2016 by Mankato Clinic At least once a year we head to our doctor’s office to have a routine physical exam, but being proactive about our eyes is just as important to our overall health. After all, we only have two eyes so it’s important to give them the treatment they deserve. Even if … 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
April 4, 2017 by Mankato Clinic By now, you’re probably spending more time outdoors than you have in the past few months. It’s important to remember that with the seasons changing from winter to spring, also comes an increased amount of sun exposure than what you have probably experienced during the winter months. The sun’s ultraviolet … Continued
March 20, 2017 by Mankato Clinic The Mankato Clinic is among the highest performing medical group in Minnesota for Teen Mental Health Screening and Immunizations for Adolescents. The number of Minnesota teens receiving a mental health screening increased between 2015 and 2016. Likewise, the number of Minnesota adolescents receiving recommended immunizations also increased from the previous … Continued
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March 7, 2017 by Mankato Clinic One in seven men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during his lifetime. Among them are names commonly heard around Minnesota, including Gov. Mark Dayton and former Minnesota Twins Manager Ron Gardenhire. Prostate cancer is the second most common type of the disease among males. So, if you could have … Continued
