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Colon Cancer Screening and Barbara’s Story

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Barbara White scheduled her first colonoscopy in March 2020. Later, she realized the appointment conflicted with an out-of-state conference she was planning to attend. She was going to reschedule, but before she could, her conference was cancelled due to COVID-19. She kept her colonoscopy appointment. Barbara was diagnosed with Stage 3 cancer. She had no symptoms and no family history. A year later, after chemotherapy and radiation she is cancer free. She is encouraging others to schedule appointments missed due to the pandemic and stay up-to-date on their recommended colonoscopies.   Days after Barbara's appointment, colonoscopy appointment were put on hold. Overall, HealthPartners performed about 25 percent fewer colonoscopies in 2020 compared to 2019. Barbara's story, which aired recently on KARE 11, is a great reminder for ... Continue Reading

Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine means the world to Gary

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Gary Mons has a special message to our community and the staff at Hutchinson Health.  His wife Carol, Hutchinson native and school bus driver, lost her battle with COVID-19 in December.  Both Gary and Carol tested positive for COVID-19,  but Carol’s outcome was so unexpected.  While Gary had a very mild case, Carol a healthy 73 year old, lost her battle 10 days after developing symptoms.  What started out as a cough quickly progressed to needing hospitalization and sadly passing away.  Gary wants to express his appreciation for the wonderful care Carol received at Hutchinson Health.  Our staff truly went out of their way during and after her passing and has made this situation bearable. Gary says, “The positive messages he continues to receive from our staff have helped him with his grief.  More importantly get the vaccine.  Maybe if the ... Continue Reading

Do you have chronic coughing?

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CHRONIC COUGH   Do you notice yourself frequently coughing and/or clearing your throat? Has this persisted for longer than 8 weeks? Does your cough have an impact on your willingness to go out in public or socialize with others? You may benefit from Behavioral Cough Suppression Therapy   Common causes of Chronic Cough include asthma or breathing difficulties, allergies or sinus difficulties causing postnasal drip, reflux, common cold or bronchitis, and/or medications treating high blood pressure.   Treatment with our Speech-Language Pathologists would focus on understanding your cough triggers, ways to help reduce coughing and keep your voice healthy.   Contact your primary physician for a referral. ... Continue Reading

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Hutchinson Health

1095 Highway 15 S

Hutchinson, MN 55350

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