Health Tips

Diabetes: Screening for Your Health

By Teri Reitz, RN, SMSC Diabetes Program Coordinator   Regular blood glucose screenings are an important step in your health routine, whether you suspect youcould have diabetes or just want […]

Prioritizing Safety: Planning Ahead for Emergencies

Fire Prevention Week is this month and to bring you safety tips, we went straight to the experts. The SMSC’s Fire Marshal, Dominique Brewer, and Emergency Medical Services Education Manager, […]

Let’s Talk About It: Preventing Suicide

By Cassandra England, MPS LPCC LADC    Becoming aware of the issues concerning suicide and mental health is an important way to take part in suicide prevention, assist others in […]

Sun Exposure: A Dark Spot for Your Health

By David Collins, PAC, SMSC Medical Provider In our Minnesota lifestyle, where outdoor activities are cherished and sun-kissed skin is often celebrated, it’s easy to overlook the potential risks associated […]

Good Mental Health Needs Good Brain Health

by Lance Armstrong, M.S., LPCC, LADC, EAP Counselor at Aspire Our brains are the computers behind the systems that work to keep the body functioning at its best. To have […]

Protecting the Eyes

Staying Safe in the Workplace and Around UV Light The longer we are exposed to UV radiation, the more we are at risk for developing conditions such as cataracts, pterygium […]

Clean Out Medicine Cabinets to Prevent Abuse

By Bill Weiers, Pharmacist, SMSC Pharmacy Do you have pills leftover from your last dental procedure? Are you saving an antibiotic in case you develop another sinus infection? While keeping […]

Nutrition Matters

Ready to start living a more vibrant life? The journey to better health begins in your kitchen! Embrace Whole Foods and Limit Processed and Packaged Foods Planning and Meal Prep […]

A Heart Attack Waiting to Happen

Are You “A Heart Attack Waiting to Happen” (AHAWTH)? How many times have you heard that expression? We all know someone like this. It’s Uncle John, Grandpa Mike, or your […]