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
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
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
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
July 30, 2018 by Ben Dexter, MD As a new parent, you will have lots of questions about the way your newborn looks and acts. Your infant’s provider can answer your questions so you can relax and enjoy watching your baby grow. It’s very important to select your newborn’s provider before delivery. You will need to
July 17, 2018 A healthy lifestyle is the greatest gift you can give your baby! Follow these tips to prepare for pregnancy. 1. Prenatal Vitamins: Begin taking your prenatal vitamins three months before trying to conceive. The multivitamins contain essential nutrients including folic acid to prevent birth defects and iron needed by growing babies. 2.
July 11, 2018 by Robert Gazzola, MD At age 73, explorer Will Steger of Minnesota completed a solo 1,000-mile, 72-day trek by ski and canoe in the Canadian Arctic. This isn’t realistic for the vast majority of us, but it’s an inspiring example of how people are staying active and adventurous throughout life. By doing what
June 19, 2018 by Lynn Gustafson, DPM Summer beckons us to go outside. Going for walks in your neighborhood or our local trails is good for body and soul. Walking is one of the simplest ways to improve your heart health. According to the American Heart Association, walking at least 30 minutes a day helps reduce
June 5, 2018 by Erin Gonzalez, MS, RD, LD Photo by Sara Hughes Summer is an easy time for meal plans to get away from us with impromptu activities, adventures and sports. Having a meal plan is essential and summer is the perfect time to get your kids involved! Own It: Once kiddos are old enough, generally
