Avera Health

Caring for a parent? How not to burn out in the sandwich generation

By Submitted | June 15, 2026

Caring for a loved one with a chronic condition or severe illness is important but demanding work. How do you navigate caregiving without getting overwhelmed?

Period poverty impacts one in four women

By Submitted | June 1, 2026

Addressing period poverty: Avera is raising awareness and connecting females with the help they need to afford menstrual products.

Combat indecisiveness with the 5-minute rule

By Submitted | May 13, 2026

Getting overwhelmed isn’t good for your health. But relief could be just five minutes away.

Pilot program bringing mental health care into Sioux Falls schools shows early success

By Jodi Schwan | May 4, 2026

“We believe this could be a blueprint for the future success of kids.”

Focus on food this Earth Day and beyond

By Submitted | April 22, 2026

Up to 40 percent of food in the U.S. is wasted. Take these simple steps this Earth Day to help cut that down and make more from less.

Why the vitamin K shot is important for newborns

By Submitted | April 13, 2026

As more parents opt not to give their babies a vitamin K boost, children’s health professionals are explaining the need.

New study results: Cut ultra-processed foods to lower colon cancer risk

By Submitted | March 25, 2026

“The results are compelling and should cause us all to think about changing our eating habits to try to prevent cancer.”

Who is creatine safe for?

By Submitted | March 16, 2026

Is your young athlete taking or considering creatine? Here’s what to know.

Focus on patients drives innovation, growth at Avera Heart Hospital

By Submitted | March 2, 2026

Avera Heart Hospital is building on a history of innovative care with its latest expansion.

‘Can I crack by back while I’m pregnant?’

By Submitted | February 23, 2026

Follow these tips to make sure your back stays at its best during pregnancy.

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