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Avera Reveals 2025’s Most Popular Baby Names

Avera has announced its top baby names for 2025. Over 6,200 babies made their arrival at Avera birthing locations this year. Can you guess this year’s most popular names?

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What You Need to Know About Seasonal Affective Disorder

As colder weather sets in and days are shorter, you may feel the impact of seasonal affective disorder. Learn about symptoms to watch for and steps to improve your mood.

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How to Navigate the Impending Frigid Temperatures

Winter is officially here and with that comes a drop in temperatures. Learn how to protect yourself and stay safe in the frigid weather ahead.

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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 Expands Acute Care for All Day Walk-In Care

Avera recently expanded Acute Care hours at its Marion Road location in Sioux Falls, SD, to offer all-day walk-in care.

January 19, 2026
Avera Opens Pavilion 2, New Home of Digestive Health

Avera has opened Pavilion 2, a medical office building at the Avera on Louise Health Campus in Sioux Falls. The three-story Pavilion 2 is home to the specialty of gastroenterology.

January 8, 2026
Hawarden Regional Healthcare Affiliates With Avera

Hawarden Regional Healthcare enters into a Partner in Health agreement with Avera effective Jan. 1, 2026. Hawarden Regional Healthcare will remain owned by the city of Hawarden.

January 2, 2026
Avera Foundation Earns Seventh High Performer Designation

For the seventh consecutive year, Avera Foundation has been recognized as a High Performer for 2025 by the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy.

December 30, 2025
Yankton Medical Clinic and Avera Begin New Collaborative Partnership

A new professional services agreement (PSA) between Yankton Medical Clinic and Avera goes into effect Jan. 1, 2026. Signage changes to “Yankton Medical Clinic, an Avera Partner.”

December 23, 2025

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Find Relief From Dry Skin In the Winter

Cold, dry air in the winter months can wreak havoc on your skin. With the cooler temperatures lasting several months in the midwest, you may be searching for some relief.

January 22, 2026
Conquer Your Pain: Overcoming Achilles Tendonitis

Our feet are often taken for granted, that is until an injury makes getting around a lot more difficult and painful. For Thea Miller Ryan, it's a pain she knows all to well.

January 19, 2026
Early Signs of Burnout

Burnout is more than just stress and can have long-term impacts on your physical and mental health.

January 15, 2026
Addressing Mental Health Needs with Avera’s Family Wellness Program

Mental health care isn’t just for adults. It can be life-changing for kids. The Avera Family Wellness program provides therapy services to kids and their families..

January 12, 2026
Does the Cold Weather Really Make You Sick?

Living in the Midwest, it’s very likely one of your parents scolded you to wear a coat so you don’t catch a cold. Is there any truth to that statement?

January 8, 2026