Should You Get Screened for Colon Cancer? An Expert Weighs In
March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, an important time to educate people about the risks of colon cancer and how to prevent it. Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers and is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the world. According to the American Cancer Society, it is estimated that one […]
Are My Medications Safe to Take Together? MTM Pharmacist Erik Swanson Will Make Sure
Medications can feel like a mystery. That’s why meeting with an MTM pharmacist like Erik Swanson is important. He will make sure your medications are safe to take together and you’re progressing on your health goals. What is medication therapy management? Medication Therapy Management (MTM) is a healthcare service that helps patients manage their medication […]
Think You Have a Sleep Disorder? FAQs from the Fairview Range Sleep Center
We talked with Dr. Tom Gustafson, Adult and Pediatric Sleep Medicine Provider at Fairview Range Medical Center in Hibbing, MN to help answer some top questions about sleep disorders. The Fairview Range Sleep Center in Hibbing is a full-service sleep center that offers comprehensive overnight and daytime testing, as well as longer duration sleep recording […]
Bringing NICU Services to the Iron Range: Women’s Health & Birth Center Adds Tele-NICU Capabilities
Babies don’t follow schedules or birth plans. That’s what makes every labor and delivery unique. At Fairview Range, the biggest priority of any birthing experience is a healthy mom and baby. That’s why we’ve recently added tele-NICU services to our Women’s Health and Birth Center in Hibbing. With this new capability, our staff can virtually […]
Diagnostic Imaging: Why This Is a Great Career Choice Right Now
There’s more to healthcare staff than just nurses and doctors. Within your hospital’s walls, there are a wide range of roles that make it run successfully. One of those departments is diagnostic imaging. Diagnostic imaging plays a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions. With lots of job variety, flexible schedules, good […]
Is Genetic Testing Right for You? A Local Look at Genetic Counseling and Testing
If you could see if cancer possibly awaits in your future, would you look? That is the type of question you face in the era of genetic testing. Thanks to advancements in science, just about anyone can see into their health future. Even though you can, should you? Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner Kimberly Pettinelli […]
Pediatric Physical Therapy: Meet Our Newest Team Member and Learn More About When PT Is Right for Your Child
Physical therapy (PT) isn’t just for adults. It can benefit children and teens too. Whether it’s an injury or a developmental concern, our physical therapy team is here to help. We’ve recently added Jane Johnson, PT to our pediatric physical therapy team and she is excited to serve the kiddos and families in our community. […]