Study Supports Annual Mammograms Starting at Age 40
Women's Health
Researchers estimate thousands more U.S. lives would be saved each year
Women's Health
| Lifestyle Health Preview: Weight Management Surgical & Non-Surgical Seminar |
| The experts at Lifestyle Health will work with you to understand your health needs and create a personalized wellness plan that supports your unique situation and goals. Join us Sept. 28 for a free 30-minute preview session to learn more about medical and surgical weight loss options through CentraCare Weight Management. Weight loss options, insurance coverage and our pathway to a healthier weight will be presented. Register now. |
| Meet Feeling Good MN’s Health Heroes |
| As part of a new effort, Feeling Good MN is recognizing people, businesses and communities in Central Minnesota that are setting a healthy example. Each month, one lucky “Health Hero” will be selected and their story will be shared online. Feeling Good MN’s first Health Hero winner was John Grether, a professor at St. Cloud State University. The second Health Hero winner is the Great River Federal Credit Union. See their story and learn about their workplace wellness efforts. If you know a Health Hero, nominate him or her online today. |
| CentraCare Clinic – Health Plaza Obstetrics & Women’s Health welcomes new providers! | ||||||
Paige Hennen, APRN, CNP, received her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and master’s degree in nursing with a nurse practitioner degree at Walden University in Minneapolis. She has special interest in primary and preventative health care for women, prenatal care and acute care needs. Outside of work, Paige enjoys spending time on the lake boating, interior decorating, reading and spending time with her husband and children. Courtney Wittrock, PA-C, received her bachelor’s degrees in biochemistry and biomedical sciences from St. Cloud State University and her master’s degree in physician assistant studies from St. Catherine University in St. Paul. She has special interest in prenatal care, birth control management, nutrition and women’s health prevention care. Outside of work, Courtney enjoys gardening, biking and spending time outdoors and with family. Bridget Zajac, PA-C, received her bachelor’s degree in math from Grinnell College in Grinnell, Iowa, and her master’s degree in physician assistant studies from St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa. She has special interest in birth control management, nutrition, women’s health and preventive care. Outside of work, Bridget enjoys hunting, fishing, volleyball and hockey. To schedule an appointment, please call 320-654-3630. |
High-Cal Foods May Raise Cancer Risk in Women, Even Without Weight Gain
Women's Health
Plant-based diet could help avoid malignancies, study suggests
Stroke Rates Drop for U.S. Men, But Not Women
Women's Health
Explanations for the disparity aren't clear
Most Women Should Forgo Ovarian Cancer Screening: Panel
Women's Health
Test isn't accurate enough to justify its use, experts say
Concussion Can Spur Short-Term Change in Women's Periods
Women's Health
Odds of abnormal menstrual bleeding jump 6 times after serious head injury, study says
No Such Thing as Menstrual Memory Fog
Women's Health
Changes in hormones don't seem to affect the female brain, small study finds