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Treating urinary symptoms at menopause

By Submitted | January 28, 2026

“Women may not realize the correlation between menopause and the urinary symptoms they’re experiencing.”

Skin care trends: What to try, what to skip

By Submitted | January 21, 2026

When it comes to skin care, the options can feel overwhelming. These dermatology experts tell you what to try and what to skip.

Running to prevent suicide makes a difference

By Submitted | January 5, 2026

This registered nurse and runner found out first hand how a run across the state saved at least one life.

Renovated SDSU Metro Center to welcome first students as construction enters final stage

By Submitted | January 5, 2026

Minnesota Avenue is starting to look more yellow and blue. Come with us for a look inside the new SDSU Metro Center.

What to expect during hormonal storm of perimenopause, menopause

By Submitted | December 15, 2025

There’s no definitive test for perimenopause, making it especially important to be aware of these potential symptoms.

More than a place to work: Parkston native drawn to career at Avera McKennan

By Submitted | December 1, 2025

Her health care career journey began in an ICU waiting room and led to her becoming a transplant donor. Meet Avera McKennan’s inspirational Employee of the Year.

Your Thanksgiving dinner has how many calories?

By Submitted | November 10, 2025

This one meal can bring as many calories as many would eat in a whole day – but there are ways to avoid overindulging.

Mammograms versus ultrasounds for breast cancer screening, diagnosis

By Submitted | October 27, 2025

Are you concerned about effects from an annual mammogram and considering an ultrasound instead? Here’s what to know.

Get prepared for COVID, flu, RSV season

By Submitted | October 13, 2025

Fall is the time of year when flu and other sickness start to spread. Here’s how to be prepared.

Avera NICU Read-A-Thon sends every baby home with a book

By Submitted | September 29, 2025

The event was designed to promote positive bonding for babies – but the readers definitely saw the benefit too.

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