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Lennox Area Ambulance to host fundraiser for funding
\LENNOX, S.D. (KELO) —The Lennox Area Ambulance is a critical resource to the area. “If you call 911 and you’re having a medical emergency, you hope somebody shows up. By state law, there is nothing that says an ambulance has to show up at your door if you call 911. So, you know, we hope […]
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Bringing medical care to the streets of Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – For people living on the streets, getting medical care isn’t always as simple as making an appointment. That’s why one Sioux Falls nonprofit is taking health care directly to them, especially during the hot weather we are experiencing. KELOLAND News tagged along with Midwest Street Medicine to see how they’re […]
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Madison Regional Health System Earns Recognition for Stroke Care Initiative
Madison Regional Health System has been recognized by the American Heart Association for its participation in the Mission: Lifeline Stroke post-acute care initiative, a program aimed at improving recovery and long-term outcomes for stroke patients. The initiative promotes evidence-based rehabilitation, standardized care practices, patient education, and better coordination between healthcare...
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E-bike sales surge post-COVID, but safety concerns rise
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) —While Spoke-N-Sport has been selling e-bikes since 2004, there was a specific time where the store saw a rise in sales. “We’ve really seen a huge increase in popularity, along with the bike boom that COVID brought to us. So really like 2020 onward, there’s been huge interest in e-bikes, to […]
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Avera St. Benedict Health Center Honored By The American Heart Association
PARKSTON, SD (Mitchell Now) — The American Heart Association has recognized 24 South Dakota facilities, including one in Parkston, for their effective care for stroke victims. The AHA says the Mission: Lifeline Stroke initiative grades hospitals and clinics on how well they implement best practices for rehabilitation and prevention...
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Center for Family Medicine Celebrates Dr. Charles Shafer’s 40 Years of Service and Legacy in Family Medicine
The Center for Family Medicine proudly celebrates Dr. Charles Shafer as he marks 40 years of dedicated service as a Faculty Physician, recognizing a career defined by exceptional patient care, medical education, and an enduring commitment to the Sioux Falls community. Dr. Shafer joined the Center for Family Medicine in...
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Dr. Danielle Pierotti Appointed to Federal Medicare Commission
{KXLG - Yankton, SD} Dr. Danielle Pierotti, vice president of health affairs and chief nursing officer at Mount Marty University, has been appointed to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC), a federal body that advises the U.S. Congress on the Medicare program. The appointment was officially announced by the U.S....
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Avera Cancer Institute holds grand opening for new facility in Yankton
YANKTON, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Avera Cancer Institute’s Ness Family Center held a grand opening on June 26. The $17 million facility is located in the Ness Family Center, named in honor of Larry and Diane Ness, who made a significant lead gift and offered a $500,000 match for community donations through First Dakota National Bank.
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Sanford Health to advance patient care, outcomes through research leadership structure realignment
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Sanford Health announced today a leadership realignment for Sanford Research designed to accelerate systemwide transformation and strengthen the organization's ability to translate scientific discovery into better outcomes for patients and communities across the rural Midwest. The changes align Sanford Research with the health system's broader...
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Highmore Health provides update after hospital was damaged in storm
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Highmore Health has provided an update after damage was reported at the nursing home in Sunday night’s storm. Highmore Health says that while there was damage to the nursing home, no residents were harmed and all are safe. The nursing home says...
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Avera Cancer Institute Ribbon Cutting
Avera hosted a ribbon cutting for the new Avera Cancer Institute within the Ness Family Center on Friday. Janna Binder, the Clinical Manager at the Avera Cancer Institute, says the facility will offer medical oncology, radiation oncology, chemotherapy infusion, clinical research, genetic counseling and other support services. Sacred Heart Regional...
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Local pelvic health clinic offers nationally recognized care
This piece is sponsored by Sanford Health. Many women experience pelvic floor concerns at some point in their lives, but they often go undiagnosed or untreated. Many of the conditions are common and highly treatable with the right level of specialized care. The Sanford Urogynecology & Pelvic Surgery Clinic in...
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Sioux Falls using health data to plan new parks and recreation center
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation and Public Health Departments are now using a community health assessment to decide where to invest in parks, trails, and programs. That data shows residents want more neighborhood parks, trails, natural areas, and indoor spaces. It’s guiding...
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Former Governor supports proposed Avera expansion in Dell Rapids
Plans for a new Avera Clinic and Hospital near Dell Rapids are moving forward, in spite of opposition from nearby residents. Avera’s plan recently won rezoning approval from the Minnehaha County Commission and the Dell Rapids City Council. Residents of a nearby development question the location, saying costs and...
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Sioux Falls V.A. prepares for new medical records rollout
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)– The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Deputy Secretary was in Sioux Falls Thursday. Paul Lawrence was in town to get an update on the medical center’s implementation of the Federal Electronic Health Record system, which is expected to go live in May 2027. “It combines all our veterans’ information in one […]