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Our Avera team enjoyed participating in the Parade of Lights in downtown Estherville last night. It was a wonderful way ...
11/21/2025

Our Avera team enjoyed participating in the Parade of Lights in downtown Estherville last night. It was a wonderful way to celebrate the start of the holiday season with our community and enjoy all the great floats. We had a fantastic time! Many thanks to all the volunteers who donate their time and effort to make things like this possible!

Caring for kids during a medical emergency takes skill, speed and a confidence that comes with real-world practice. Aver...
11/20/2025

Caring for kids during a medical emergency takes skill, speed and a confidence that comes with real-world practice. Avera's pediatric emergency response training puts care teams into life-like scenarios, helping them stay calm and prepared when a real incident happens. Learn how this hands-on approach is improving care for children across the region when seconds count in this week's Avera Medical Minute at https://bit.ly/4i3i6hc.

When you live miles from the nearest hospital, access to emergency care is vital. Avera's dedicated teams bridge the dis...
11/20/2025

When you live miles from the nearest hospital, access to emergency care is vital. Avera's dedicated teams bridge the distance that can often stand between crisis and recovery. This National Rural Health Day, learn why these services are vital to areas across the Midwest at https://bit.ly/4oHlMaZ.

Stiff, achy joints aren't always caused by the same condition. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis affect the body i...
11/19/2025

Stiff, achy joints aren't always caused by the same condition. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis affect the body in different ways and have unique treatment plans. Learn what sets these conditions apart and how you can manage your symptoms at https://bit.ly/4rbM0US.

11/19/2025
Indulging in a sweet or salty treat can be difficult to avoid, especially during the holidays, but a few simple swaps ca...
11/18/2025

Indulging in a sweet or salty treat can be difficult to avoid, especially during the holidays, but a few simple swaps can help keep your health on the right track. Anna Heronimous, an Avera Sports registered dietitian and sports nutrition specialist, explains which ingredients can cause inflammation and how a few small changes can reduce it at https://bit.ly/43Atco3.

Embracing the Change Series: Hot flashes, sleep trouble and mood changes don't have to ruin your day. From hormone thera...
11/14/2025

Embracing the Change Series: Hot flashes, sleep trouble and mood changes don't have to ruin your day. From hormone therapy to lifestyle adjustments, there are many ways to manage symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. Learn was treatment options can help you feel like yourself again at https://bit.ly/3JVDBUt.
This article is part of our series, "Embracing the Change," focusing on women’s health before and after menopause. Look for a new feature each month.

For Toby Pulscher, hospice care became a comfort for his wife, Laura Jean, and a source of support for their whole famil...
11/13/2025

For Toby Pulscher, hospice care became a comfort for his wife, Laura Jean, and a source of support for their whole family. With guidance from a dedicated team, they were able to focus on meaningful moments during her final days. Learn how the team at the Dougherty Hospice House helped turn a difficult time into one filled with compassion and care in this week's Avera Medical Minute at https://bit.ly/447SAS2.

Getting a lung cancer screening is simpler than you might think. The process takes just a few minutes and can detect ear...
11/12/2025

Getting a lung cancer screening is simpler than you might think. The process takes just a few minutes and can detect early signs of cancer long before symptoms appear. Dr. Fady Jamous, an Avera pulmonologist, explains who qualifies and why taking this quick step can make such a difference for your health at https://bit.ly/4p3aMV9.

Today, we honor those who put service above self. At Avera Health, we’re proud to care for our veterans, whose courage a...
11/11/2025

Today, we honor those who put service above self. At Avera Health, we’re proud to care for our veterans, whose courage and sacrifice protect our freedom. We thank them for their strength, service and continued impact on our communities, today and every day. 💚

🩸 Give the Gift of Life! 🩸On Tuesday, December 2, the Community Blood Bank will be at Avera Holy Family Hospital for a b...
11/11/2025

🩸 Give the Gift of Life! 🩸
On Tuesday, December 2, the Community Blood Bank will be at Avera Holy Family Hospital for a blood drive. Donating blood is a simple act that can make a life-changing difference for someone in need — your donation truly saves lives right here in our community!

💉 Sign up today using the link below or call 605-391-3222 to schedule your donation time.
Please remember to bring a valid photo ID with you when you come to donate.

Thank you for helping us support patients and families through the power of giving!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/ahfhdec2 #/

Every transition in care can be a big adjustment. Whether it's moving from the hospital to home or long-term care to hos...
11/10/2025

Every transition in care can be a big adjustment. Whether it's moving from the hospital to home or long-term care to hospice, Avera's care teams help patients and families plan each move with confidence. Learn how to ease into new care changes for your loved one at https://bit.ly/4nDE0sJ.

Many assume that hospice care only focuses on end-of-life care, but it's really the start of a new kind of support. Know...
11/07/2025

Many assume that hospice care only focuses on end-of-life care, but it's really the start of a new kind of support. Knowing more about this care can offer comfort for patients and peace of mind for families. Learn the facts about hospice and what it can offer your family at https://bit.ly/4hjBjL8.

11/06/2025

Self-exams are a great first step, but annual mammograms take your breast health to the next level. Dr. Ally Higgins, an Avera breast oncologist, explains why both are important to detect breast cancer early.

Duane Sieler's cancer journey is a little more comfortable while receiving treatment closer to home. He is receiving exp...
11/06/2025

Duane Sieler's cancer journey is a little more comfortable while receiving treatment closer to home. He is receiving expert care without added travel through a collaborative approach between his local care team in Yankton, S.D., and specialists in Sioux Falls, S.D. Learn how this teamwork is making a difference in Duane's treatment in this week's Avera Medical Minute at https://bit.ly/3JGT6zA.

Attentions ladies – Bomgaars Ladies Night is this Sunday from 5-8 PM with 20% off regular priced merchandise. Plus, they...
11/02/2025

Attentions ladies –
Bomgaars Ladies Night is this Sunday from 5-8 PM with 20% off regular priced merchandise.
Plus, they will be giving out $5000 worth of prizes and you can register for a chance of winning a gift card or giveaway.
Estherville Bomgaars will be giving 5% of the total sales to the Avera Holy Family cancer program.

👏Congratulation to Kristi, our September Good Catch award recipient!👏Kristi is the September good catch recipient due to...
10/30/2025

👏Congratulation to Kristi, our September Good Catch award recipient!👏

Kristi is the September good catch recipient due to her careful monitoring of patient medication orders and always ensuring our patients discharge from the hospital with all of the medications ordered through the pharmacy as their provider intended. Thank you Kristi for your diligence to patient safety!

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