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Benjamin Franklin was on to something back in the 1700s when he coined the phrase, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.’’ Granted, he was not talking about getting the shingles vaccination since the FDA did not approve it until 2006. However, the phrase still rings true when contemplating whether or not […]
If you think only older people get colorectal (which includes colon and rectal cancer) cancer, you may want to think again. In truth, colorectal cancer is affecting more and more young adults. According to the American Cancer Society, colorectal cancer rates for people under age 50 have increased by 1 to 2% each year since
Skilled nursing facilities nationwide are facing severe challenges. RiverView Health’s Memory Care is no exception. Residents and staff were notified earlier this week that RiverView Health would no longer operate its skilled nursing facility, closing RiverView Memory Care. Resident transition teams are working with the families of the 17 residents to guide them through the
Studies show that children are more successful in school and life if given a strong foundation in the earliest years of their lives. RiverView Health’s Rehab Services Team offers free developmental screenings for children from birth to age five to ensure they are establishing that strong foundation. A screening is a simple appointment used to
Giving Hearts Day (GHD) donors went above and beyond last week to fund state-of-the-art lab analyzers and various other projects for RiverView Health. The RiverView Foundation received 242 gifts during the 24-hour fundraiser totaling more than $193,000. “Each year, I am amazed and humbled by the support we not only receive on Giving Hearts but
The Crookston Community Food Basket Committee was recently awarded RiverView Health’s 2022 Reaching Out to Serve Award for its 30+ years of providing meals and nutrition for local families. For over 30 years, RiverView has recognized individuals, groups, and programs with the Reaching Out to Serve Award. The award symbolizes RiverView’s mission of serving the
