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How social media can affect adults’ mental health

It can be easy to pick up our phones in a moment of downtime, only to realize that 20 minutes have passed. Hear from behavioral health experts on how to set limits for social media use.

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Keeping your child healthy as they head back to school

Summer break is over and students are back in the classroom. An Avera family medicine physician offers tips on what parents can do to keep their kids healthy.

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Avera McKennan breaks July birth record, eyes growth

July was a busy month in the delivery room at Avera McKennan. In fact, it broke its record of deliveries for that month. Read more about this baby boom.

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Avera is comprised of more than 300 locations in 100 communities across the Upper Midwest. Offering care and coverage, our services range from primary and specialty care clinics to hospitals, long-term care, home care, hospice, sports and fitness, health insurance and more. More than 1,200 medical providers share their expertise in 60+ specialties, moving health forward through innovative solutions.

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Avera News Spotlight

Avera, SDSU and USD Sanford School of Medicine Establish Research Partnership

Through research collaboration and community engagement, Avera Research Institute, South Dakota State University and the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine will work to address the health needs of South Dakota.

September 21, 2026
Avera Again Launches ‘Ask the Question’ to Prevent Suicide

During September, which is National Suicide Prevention Month, Avera has launched its Ask the Question public service campaign for the fifth year.

September 10, 2026
Avera Included in Forbes America’s Best-In-State Employers 2026 List

Avera Health is named on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers by State 2026 for South Dakota. Avera ranks third and is the first ranking health care system.

August 20, 2026
Park Haven Learning and Recovery Center Ready to Serve Women Dealing with Substance Use Disorders

The 18-bed center is devoted to serving women, including pregnant women and mothers with dependent children. It is located across from Avera Sacred Heart Hospital in Yankton, SD.

August 19, 2026
MyChart Fraudulent Emails

Avera and Avera partner sites are alerting patients about a phishing email that uses the MyChart name and logo to appear legitimate. MyChart is Epic’s patient portal.

August 18, 2026

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What Germ Spreaders Are Lurking In Your Home?

Viruses and germs are always around us – they’re on the things we touch and also in our coughs and sneezes. Exposures are inevitable, but are there overlooked germ spreaders lurking close by?

October 8, 2026
First Screening Mammogram Detects Breast Cancer for Yankton Patient

Getting a mammogram only takes a matter of minutes. The annual exam could help in detecting cancer early, making it treatable.

October 5, 2026
Stay Ahead of Flu Season by Scheduling Your Annual Vaccine

It’s time to start thinking about scheduling your yearly flu shot. The vaccine can help protect you from flu viruses that circulate in the winter months.

October 1, 2026
Regaining Independence: Therapy Teams Collaborate Care for Mitchell Man

Sometimes the road to better health is a little more bumpy than expected – but having a coordinated care team can help keep you on the right path to recovery.

September 28, 2026
Macros Made Simple For Meal Planning

Have you heard of people tracking their macros when planning their meals? Macronutrients, or macros, are the main nutrients your body needs.

September 24, 2026