Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:30:08 GMT
Behind heart disease and cancer, stroke is third leading cause of death in the United States. For those that survive their world is never the same, but even after tragedy life can still be beautiful. ForMore >>
Behind heart disease and cancer, stroke is third leading cause of death in the United States. For those that survive their world is never the same, but even after tragedy life can still be beautiful. ForMore >>
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:30:07 GMT
If you saw a complete stranger having a heart attack would you step in and help? In Sioux Falls the answer is yes. Hundreds of everyday citizens have already downloaded the PulsePoint app and are justMore >>
If you saw a complete stranger having a heart attack would you step in and help? In Sioux Falls the answer is yes. Hundreds of everyday citizens have already downloaded the PulsePoint app and are justMore >>
Thursday, May 16 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:30:10 GMT
Most people learn by doing so hospital staff at Avera Marshall use this same concept to teach elementary students some very valuable lessons. No, you're not mistaken, that is a teddy bear on a stretcher.More >>
Most people learn by doing so hospital staff at Avera Marshall use this same concept to teach elementary students some very valuable lessons.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-15 02:30:10 GMT
During pregnancy a woman's body goes through several changes, but sometimes it's more than the baby that's causing extra strain. Less than a week after giving birth to her daughter Adelynn, Jasmine SmithMore >>
Less than a week after giving birth to her daughter Adelynn, Jasmine Smith started feeling discomfort in her legs. She thought it was just a side effect of pregnancy, turns out it was something much bigger.More >>
Sunday, May 12 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-13 02:30:01 GMT
We've shown you the role sleep has on our physical and mental well being, but just what actually goes on during a sleep study? For the past six months every morning has begun with a headache for JayMore >>
We've shown you the role sleep has on our physical and mental well being, but just what actually goes on during a sleep study?More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-10 02:30:12 GMT
It wasn't too long ago that the Midwest landscape was bleak and white. But if you needed a sign of spring, look no further than the Avera Heart Hospital and their annual plant sale. "This place willMore >>
It wasn't too long ago that the Midwest landscape was bleak and white. But if you needed a sign of spring, look no further than the Avera Heart Hospital and their annual plant sale.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-08 02:30:09 GMT
As we get older it's probably no surprise that our bodies start getting weaker. But are you doing enough to slow down that process? Osteoporosis doesn't have to be in your future, early detection can leadMore >>
Osteoporosis doesn't have to be in your future, early detection can lead to prevention.More >>
Sunday, May 5 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-06 02:30:02 GMT
Do you get enough sleep at night? With our fast-paced modern world, chances are getting 8 hours of rest isn't the biggest priority. Sleep is the one thing everyone wants but just can't seem to get enoughMore >>
Do you get enough sleep at night? With our fast-paced modern world, chances are getting 8 hours of rest isn't the biggest priority.More >>
Thursday, May 2 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-03 02:30:10 GMT
Internal inflammation, it's known as the silent epidemic. Without even knowing it your food choices could actually be causing health problems. Almost everything we put in our bodies is going to causeMore >>
Internal inflammation, it's known as the silent epidemic. Without even knowing it your food choices could actually be causing health problems.More >>
Tuesday, April 30 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-01 02:30:09 GMT
Of the seven most common cancers in the United States, Melanoma is the only one whose incidence is increasing. In fact one person dies from the disease every hour. While it's deadly, it is also very treatableMore >>
Of the seven most common cancers in the United States, Melanoma is the only one whose incidence is increasing. In fact one person dies from the disease every hour. While it's deadly, it is also very treatableMore >>
Sunday, April 28 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-29 02:30:04 GMT
Dr. Ray Allen performs a transradial catheterization procedure to help clear blocked arteries
The world of modern medicine is constantly changing and evolving with new procedures and tools coming out seemingly every year. Everyone loves getting a new toy, cardiologists like Dr. Ray Allen are noMore >>
The world of modern medicine is constantly changing and evolving with new procedures and tools coming out seemingly every year. Everyone loves getting a new toy, cardiologists like Dr. Ray Allen are no exception.More >>
Thursday, April 25 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-26 02:30:10 GMT
Every hospital works hard to be the best. But when it comes to the Mount Rushmore state, only the Avera Heart Hospital and Avera Sacred Heart have the hardware to prove it. "When you hire intelligentMore >>
Every hospital works hard to be the best. But when it comes to the Mount Rushmore state, only the Avera Heart Hospital and Avera Sacred Heart have the hardware to prove it.More >>
Tuesday, April 23 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-24 02:30:09 GMT
The Avera Race Against Breast Cancer is just a few short days away from kicking off it's 25th annual race. During that quarter of a century, the race has raised more than $2.7 Million for cancer research.More >>
The Avera Race Against Breast Cancer is just a few short days away from kicking off it's 25th annual race.More >>
Sunday, April 21 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-22 02:30:08 GMT
Diabetes and obesity numbers are expanding faster than the average American waistband. As the weight of the nation increases, heart disease is rising right alongside. "We've found that diabetes actuallyMore >>
Diabetes and obesity numbers are expanding faster than the average American waistband. As the weight of the nation increases, heart disease is rising right alongside.More >>
Thursday, April 18 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-19 02:30:08 GMT
Right now, one in five adults in the United States have been diagnosed with arthritis. By the year 2030, this debilitating disease will affect an estimated 67 million Americans. Working as a nurse JackieMore >>
Right now, one in five adults in the United States have been diagnosed with arthritis. By the year 2030, this debilitating disease will affect an estimated 67 million Americans.More >>
Tuesday, April 16 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-17 02:30:08 GMT
It's no secret that children can be a handful, but what would you do if you were dealing with pain and numbness in your hands? Carter and Hudson, yeah we got lucky with them everything is perfect!" SaidMore >>
We've all heard about "morning sickness" in regards to pregnancy but what about Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? When you're expecting you could also be hit with CTS.More >>
Sunday, April 14 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-15 02:30:04 GMT
The sound of chainsaws will be the new norm for Sioux Falls as the spring storm cleanup continues. But while you're getting your yard looking like it used to, doctors are urging people to take it easyMore >>
Many of us are still picking up the mess left behind from this brutal spring storm. While the cleanup could take weeks, doctors want to make sure everyone stays as safe as possible. More >>
Tuesday, April 9 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-10 02:30:09 GMT
Your mother always said a snack could spoil your appetite for supper but are your snack choices spoiling your health? Snacking is a part of life but are your between meal choices as healthy as they shouldMore >>
Your mother always said a snack could spoil your appetite for supper but are your snack choices spoiling your health?More >>
Sunday, April 7 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-08 02:30:05 GMT
It's a disorder that affects nearly one out of every ten school-aged children. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can make it very difficult for kids to sit still, complete tasks or simplyMore >>
It's a disorder that affects nearly one out of every ten school-aged children. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can make it very difficult for kids to sit still, complete tasks or simply pay attention.More >>
Thursday, April 4 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-05 02:30:09 GMT
The countdown is on, there are only weeks left until the Avera Race Against Breast Cancer. So for those running in the race there's not much time to get prepared. But before you call it quits, there'sMore >>
for those running in the Avera Race Against Breast Cancer, there's not much time to get prepared. But before you call it quits, there's a class at the Avera McKennan Fitness Center that will whip you into race form.More >>
Tuesday, April 2 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-03 02:30:07 GMT
Men, let's face it we're not the best listeners especially when listening to our heart. Each year heart disease kills a quarter of America's male population. A number we could easily cut if we paid moreMore >>
Each year heart disease kills a quarter of America's male population. A number we could easily cut if we paid more attention to what our bodies are saying.More >>
Sunday, March 31 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-01 02:30:04 GMT
The Payne family is sleeping much better after siblings, Bailey and Elizabeth, got their sleep apnea diagnosis
I think it's safe to say that everyone looks forward to a good night sleep. But for people with sleep apnea getting enough rest can be next to impossible. Sleep apnea effects an estimated 18 million AmericansMore >>
Sleep apnea effects an estimated 18 million Americans but this sleep disorder is not just an adult issue.More >>
Thursday, March 28 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-03-29 02:30:07 GMT
No one plans on having a heart attack but if one were to strike, would you even know it? Symptoms can vary slightly from person to person, but gender to gender it can be a stark difference. It doesn'tMore >>
No one plans on having a heart attack but if one were to strike, would you even know it? Symptoms can vary slightly from person to person, but gender to gender it can be a stark difference.More >>
Tuesday, March 26 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-03-27 02:30:09 GMT
Thane Hilmoe is one of the child ambassadors or "Little Grapes" for Avera Children's this year
For 10 years the Big Grape has been raising money to support the Avera Children's Hospital. Each year the foundation celebrates a few "Little Grapes" or child ambassadors for the pediatrics unit. One ofMore >>
For 10 years the Big Grape has been raising money to support the Avera Children's Hospital. Each year the foundation celebrates a few "Little Grapes" or child ambassadors for the pediatrics unit.More >>
Thursday, March 21 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-03-22 02:30:10 GMT
Dietitian Janine Albers explains the benefits of Vitamin D in your diet
With winter still droning on, it's very likely most of us are missing the sunshine. But the sun's rays aren't the only thing we're missing, we're losing out on Vitamin D. "In the winter were not outMore >>
With winter still droning on, it's very likely most of us are missing the sunshine. But the sun's rays aren't the only thing we're missing, we're losing out on Vitamin D.More >>
Tuesday, March 19 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-03-20 02:30:08 GMT
The Avera Medical Group has always been a key ally in the war against cancer but they are now sending more troops to the front lines. The Avera Cancer Institute is now partnering with the Eppley CancerMore >>
The Avera Cancer Institute is now partnering with the Eppley Cancer Center at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. This collaboration is already revolutionizing the concept of personalized treatment.More >>
Thursday, March 14 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-03-15 02:30:09 GMT
Dr. Clint Seifert talks about the importance of getting a regular colonoscopy when you hit 50
It's a disease that will kill more than 50,000 people this year alone, that's roughly a third of the population of Sioux Falls. But colorectal cancer is also the most treatable form of cancer if caughtMore >>
Just hearing the word colonoscopy will cause most people to cringe. So getting anyone to voluntarily sign up for one can be a big challenge.More >>
Tuesday, March 12 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-03-13 02:30:09 GMT
As adults a seasonal flu shot is probably the only one we should schedule each year, but for children there's quite a list. With a series of vaccinations just months apart it can be easy for parents toMore >>
With a series of vaccinations just months apart it can be easy for parents to forget or even skip an appointment. That is unless you go to the Avera Medical Group Pediatrics clinic in Mitchell. More >>
Sunday, March 10 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-03-11 02:30:06 GMT
Abby Erickson sits down with Dr. Matthew Stanley for a session of TMS Therapy to treat her depression
It's estimated that one out of every ten people suffers from depression, and not everyone responds to medications or therapy. That's why psychiatrists at Avera Behavioral Health are using the latest inMore >>
Psychiatrists at Avera Behavioral Health are using the latest in technology to treat depression without using the traditional medications And methods.More >>
Wednesday, March 6 2013 10:55 AM EST2013-03-06 15:55:46 GMT
Chris Paddock gets a vascular screening done, it's just one step of Planet Heart
Heart and Vascular health is something no one should take for granted. If you wait for symptoms to show, it might already be too late. Heart disease runs in Chris Paddock's family, it's one of the mainMore >>
Heart and Vascular health is something no one should take for granted. If you wait for symptoms to show, it might already be too late. Heart disease runs in Chris Paddock's family, it's one of the mainMore >>
Tuesday, March 5 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-03-06 03:30:06 GMT
No one really likes to go to the doctor but as we get older routine checkups become critical to maintaining health, especially for women. Cervical cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death inMore >>
No one really likes to go to the doctor but as we get older routine checkups become critical to maintaining health, especially for women. Cervical cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death inMore >>
Sunday, March 3 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-03-04 03:30:07 GMT
Getting a cancer diagnosis is a very frightening experience but with state-of-the-art treatments coming out everyday it should be cancer that's running scared. When it comes to fighting cancer, the AveraMore >>
Getting a cancer diagnosis is a very frightening experience but with state-of-the-art treatments coming out everyday it should be cancer that's running scared.More >>
Friday, March 1 2013 11:12 AM EST2013-03-01 16:12:02 GMT
On Wednesday, the Avera Sports Institute announced a new partnership which will enhance basketball opportunities in Sioux Falls at all age levels. That partnership is with the Warwick Workouts. A kissMore >>
On Wednesday, the Avera Sports Institute announced a new partnership which will enhance basketball opportunities in Sioux Falls at all age levels. That partnership is with the Warwick Workouts.More >>
Tuesday, February 26 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-02-27 03:30:09 GMT
Diane Willis shows off her medication list notebook that she made
Can you name all of the medications you are taking? Do you know what the dosage for those medicines are? If not you may want to pay attention, because having a medication list not only helps you stay organized,More >>
Can you name all of the medications you are taking? Do you know what the dosage for those medicines are? Having a medication list not only helps you stay organized, it could help save your life.More >>
Sunday, February 24 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-02-25 03:30:03 GMT
Sara Getty gets one last checkup from Dr. Amal Salama before her baby gets here
Having a baby is a life changing event, one that needs plenty of planning. But how do you really know what to expect, when you're expecting? Sara Getty has just four weeks left until her little bundleMore >>
Having a baby is a life changing event, one that needs plenty of planning. But how do you really know what to expect, when you're expecting?More >>
Thursday, February 21 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-02-22 03:30:07 GMT
Physical Therapist Abe Weins performs the Graston technique on Toby Russell
You've probably heard the saying,"fight fire, with fire." Well physical therapists at Avera Queen of Peace are taking that saying to heart. Instead they are fighting pain, with pain. A snowmobile accidentMore >>
You've probably heard the saying,"fight fire, with fire." Well physical therapists at Avera Queen of Peace are taking that saying to heart. Instead they are fighting pain, with pain.More >>
Tuesday, February 19 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-02-20 03:30:09 GMT
Dr. J. Michael Bacharach discusses the risks of Peripheral Artery Disease
They're probably not the first place you'd look to find heart disease, but your arms and legs could be what raises the alarm to a problem with your ticker. Peripheral Artery Disease or PAD is somethingMore >>
They're probably not the first place you'd look to find heart disease, but your arms and legs could be what raises the alarm to a problem with your ticker.More >>
Sunday, February 17 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-02-18 03:30:07 GMT
Reverend Gary Compton talks with chaplain-in-training Pastor Kerry Ascher
Like most hospitals, Avera St. Luke's does it's part to train the next generation of health care professionals. But unlike most hospitals, St. Luke's goes a step further, by also training chaplains toMore >>
Like most hospitals, Avera St. Luke's does it's part to train the next generation of health care professionals. But unlike most hospitals, St. Luke's goes a step further, by also training chaplains toMore >>
Tuesday, February 12 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-02-13 03:30:09 GMT
Chef Lucinda Buren prepares a heart healthy meal that anyone can make for Valentine's Day
Well folks, you've got two days left until Valentine's Day and if you don't want to end up in the dog house, you might want to take things up a notch. Chocolates and roses are good but won't make you reallyMore >>
There's an easy way to score extra points this Valentine's. It's simple, easy and could also save you money; just by cooking a heart healthy dish at homeMore >>
Thursday, February 7 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-02-08 03:30:08 GMT
When it comes to your health needs there's one big reason why you should look no further than Avera McKennan. The hospital was rated by Healthgrades as the best hospital in South Dakota for overall clinicalMore >>
When it comes to your health needs there's one big reason why you should look no further than Avera McKennan. The hospital was rated by Healthgrades as the best hospital in South Dakota for overall clinicalMore >>
Tuesday, February 5 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-02-06 03:30:09 GMT
Mary Hoffman says she's lucky to be alive and wants other women to learn from her example
One out of every three women will die from heart disease, making it the number one killer of women. That's more than all cancers combined. When Mary Hoffman scheduled her hair appointment, she neverMore >>
One out of every three women will die from heart disease, making it the number one killer of women. That's more than all cancers combined. When Mary Hoffman scheduled her hair appointment, she neverMore >>
Sunday, February 3 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-02-04 03:30:04 GMT
Volunteer Joe Ahlers shares a smile as he wanders the halls of the Avera Heart Hospital
A stay at the Avera Heart Hospital can be full of questions and concerns, but that's where the Mended Hearts volunteers come in and take over. If you wander the halls of the hospital, chances are you'llMore >>
A stay at the Avera Heart Hospital can be full of questions and concerns, but that's where the Mended Hearts volunteers come in and take over.More >>
Thursday, January 31 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-02-01 03:30:07 GMT
Instructor Holly Stiff leads a group in the latest fitness craze called Tabata
Would you like to swap your usual workout out for one that's just 30 minutes long? Of course you would! well, that's the allure of Tabata training. It's a workout craze that's sweeping the nation andMore >>
Would you like to swap your usual workout out for one that's just 30 minutes long? Of course you would! well, that's the allure of Tabata training.More >>
Tuesday, January 29 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-01-30 03:30:08 GMT
Bob Denny continues to participate in cardiac rehab, two years after suffering a heart attack
When you have heart disease, breaking old habits and learning new ones can be stressful. But, the support of family and friends, as well as healthcare providers, can make a big difference. Medical professionalsMore >>
When you have heart disease, breaking old habits and learning new ones can be stressful. But, the support of family and friends, as well as healthcare providers, can make a big difference. Medical professionalsMore >>
Sunday, January 27 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-01-28 03:30:05 GMT
When you see the winter forecasts it's very easy for anyone to get a little depressed. But for some sun-worshippers this long, dark, and cold season can take a real toll on mind, body, and spirit. "NoticingMore >>
When you see the winter forecasts it's very easy for anyone to get a little depressed. But for some sun-worshippers this long, dark, and cold season can take a real toll on mind, body, and spirit.More >>
Tuesday, January 22 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-01-23 03:30:08 GMT
While they are not life-threatening, varicose veins are an unsightly and uncomfortable problem that many people will face at some point in their lifetime. "People will be worried about how they lookMore >>
While they are not life-threatening, varicose veins are an unsightly and uncomfortable problem that many people will face at some point in their lifetime.More >>
Sunday, January 20 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-01-21 03:30:08 GMT
Ryan & Dawne Schmidt look over their new twins who are now healthy and growing strong thanks to human breast milk donations
You've probably heard about or even you yourself have donated blood to help save the life of others. But what about donating breast milk? this gift of liquid gold is not as far-fetched as you might thinkMore >>
You've probably heard about or even you yourself have donated blood to help save the life of others. But what about donating breast milk?More >>
Friday, January 18 2013 10:16 AM EST2013-01-18 15:16:25 GMT
Rebecca Dahmen meets with Dr. Jenny Nelson for some relief from dry skin
During these seemingly never ending winter months, the cold temps aren't the only thing Rebecca Dahmen has to put up with. "When winter comes my skin starts to get itchy and dry especially around myMore >>
The dry skin epidemic tends to pop up when the snowflakes start to fall, giving this chappy condition the nickname "winter itch."More >>
Tuesday, January 15 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-01-16 03:30:07 GMT
It's a condition that effects 1 out of every 50 people in the United States, though many might not know they even have it. It's called Mitral Valve Prolapse and in most cases it's harmless. But in rareMore >>
For Darrel Semmler July 21st started out like any other day but it quickly turned into one he'll never forget.More >>
Monday, January 14 2013 6:14 PM EST2013-01-14 23:14:30 GMT
Midwest winters have a history of making even the bravest drivers think twice about hitting the roads. But a little snow doesn't mean folks in rural communities have to miss out on face-to-face consultationsMore >>
Midwest winters have a history of making even the bravest drivers think twice about hitting the roads. But a little snow doesn't mean folks in rural communities have to miss out on face-to-face consultationsMore >>
Thursday, January 10 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-01-11 03:30:11 GMT
Dr. Mumtaz Niazi meets with Paula Edwards from Rapid City who had a liver transplant in October
In 1992, Rapid City native Paula Edwards went in for a physical exam. Not knowing she had been carrying a potentially deadly virus for most of her life. "He said you have the Hepatitis C Virus, so IMore >>
Hepatitis C is the leading cause of liver transplants in the United States and doctors believe there may be thousands of people living with the virus without even knowing it. More >>
Tuesday, January 8 2013 10:30 PM EST2013-01-09 03:30:08 GMT
It seems like there's an app for everything these days but of all the apps on your smart phone, is there one that could help you save a life? The Avera Heart Hospital has teamed up with Sioux Falls FireMore >>
It seems like there's an app for everything these days but of all the apps on your smart phone, is there one that could help you save a life?More >>
