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Carrier test shows what genes parents may pass to kids

Genetic counselors can screen couples for 100+ hereditary conditions while family planning

SHN Staff ⋅7 min read

How to talk to kids about cancer

Share in ways they can understand at their age so you’ll both feel less anxious

SHN Staff ⋅15 min read

Is spotting during pregnancy normal?

Getting familiar with causes of bleeding helps you know when to contact your doctor

Jeffrey Boyle, MD ⋅10 min read

Fireworks safety: The do’s and don’ts

Make sure your Independence Day doesn't result in a trip to the emergency room

Hillary Becker, MD ⋅4 min read

Well child visits important for children of all ages

“Not only is a well child exam more comprehensive, it’s often paid for by insurance"

SHN Staff ⋅12 min read

Mammography: Answers to common questions

When do you start? What are the benefits? A Sanford Health specialist explains

Katie Wright ⋅4 min read

You can have a happy and healthy plus-size pregnancy

Prioritize taking prenatal vitamins, drinking enough water, and eating for nutrition

JoLyn Seitz, MD ⋅18 min read

Pharmacogenomics: Your genes hold valuable information

DNA test can help doctors decide which medications may work best for you

SHN Staff ⋅5 min read

What women ask about, and what their doctors tell them

Answers to questions such as 'When am I most fertile?' and 'Do I have a UTI?'

Jane Thaden Lawson ⋅23 min read

Colorectal cancer screening: Check out the options

With early detection, colon cancer is 90% treatable

Jason Anschutz ⋅6 min read