Health Care

Avera’s twins research has worldwide reach

For researchers who want to look at whether a trait or disease is related to genetics, the environment or a combination of the two, there’s no better source to study than twins. And one of the best places to study twins is located right in Sioux Falls.

7 years ago

Avera on Louise takes shape, prepares for future expansion

The city’s largest building project is on track for an early October opening and being designed so that it could get even bigger.

7 years ago

The genetics of height — and why it matters for everyone

Many factors affect how tall we become, including genetics. Height, dwarfism and ethics come together as genetics advances, creating unique questions. Learn more at a seminar next week.

7 years ago

Avera prepares to open new ICU

The first patients will move next week into an expanded intensive care unit at Avera McKennan.

7 years ago

Long-term care innovation: Sanford Health-Good Samaritan

“We need some disruptors to figure out how we can take care of people.” Sanford’s chief innovation officer weighs in on how the organization’s merger with Good Samaritan might change long-term care.

7 years ago

Sanford partners to offer athletic care at MNSU

Sanford Health has a new sports medicine partnership with Minnesota State University.

7 years ago

Winter illness and the workplace: What you need to know

It’s that time of year: Odds are good illness has hit your home or workplace. And that leads to the classic question of when to stay home from work. The experts at Avera have the answer.

7 years ago

Lewis Drug buys pharmacy assets at six Shopko stores

Lewis Drug is taking over the pharmacy services for Shopko stores in six cities in the region.

7 years ago

Genetic testing process: From blood sample to digitized DNA

First thing to know about the Sanford Chip: It isn’t an actual physical chip. Instead, it’s a cutting-edge way to use a genetic test to determine many approaches to your health care. Here’s how it all works.

7 years ago

Dangerous words for a heart attack: I’m fine

You’ve probably waived off feeling not quite right with the same words: “I’m fine.” She almost did too. Instead, she’s a living reminder that heart attacks don’t always come with classic warning signs.

7 years ago

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