Shedding Light on Melanoma

Melanoma is the deadliest form of cancer for young people between the ages of 25 and 29. Skin cancer is preventable; yet incidence rates continue to rise. Early detection and…

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Blood Pressure 101

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is the most common cardiovascular disease with more than 30 percent of American adults affected by it. Men and women have a similar risk for…

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The Importance of Oral Cancer Screening

The American Cancer Society estimates that about 49,670 people will be diagnosed with oral or oropharyngeal cancer (affecting the part of the throat just behind the mouth) in 2017, and…

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Be Healthy, Be Active and Be Safe

The arrival of spring in Minnesota brings joy and excitement for people of all ages. We all love to get outdoors after being inside during the cold winter months. One…

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Primary Care Providers: Your Partner in Health and Wellness

With so many healthcare options (and the chaotic pace of life for everyone these days), we often have to squeeze our healthcare needs into our day wherever we can. We visit…

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Alcohol & Health Risks

The Center for Disease Control (CDC) offers insights and tips for reducing short and long-term health risks associated with drinking too much alcohol.

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