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Jul 22 2025
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Wellness

Hydration hacks when you’re sick of water

Staying hydrated is essential, especially during hot summer days or when you’re under the weather. But let’s be real: sometimes [...]
Jul 22 2025
Mother holding her newborn under the hot sun
Birth Center

It’s Hot Out: Can I Give My Baby Water?

As summer temperatures rise, many parents wonder if giving their baby water is a good idea for hydration. While it’s [...]
Jul 22 2025
A broken cigarette in one hand and a patch in the other
Family Medicine , Rehabilitation

Cold turkey or quit plan?

Finding your best path to quit smoking Deciding to quit smoking is one of the best choices you can make [...]
Jul 18 2025
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Wellness

Functional Foods

How they promote better health and longevity! What are functional foods? Sometimes also called nutraceuticals, functional foods are highly nutritious [...]
Jul 11 2025
Multivitamin filled with fruits and vegetables
Pharmacy

What to look for in a multivitamin: 5 things to consider

Feeling overwhelmed by the vitamin aisle? You’re not alone. While a balanced diet is always the goal, a daily multivitamin [...]
Jul 11 2025
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Wellness

The Importance of Sleep

Sleep is essential for your overall health and well-being! It plays a crucial role in a variety of bodily functions, [...]
Jun 27 2025
Illustration of a women practicing yoga. Cell phone with symbols to denote no phone, internet of screens
Wellness

Digital Detox as a form of Self-Care

What is a digital detox? A digital detox is a period of time during which a person refrains from using [...]
Jun 24 2025
Close-up of a grill with kabobs, ears of corn and turkey burgers
Nutrition

A guide to healthy (and delicious) summer BBQ 

The unmistakable aroma of a backyard barbecue is one of summer’s greatest joys. But BBQs are often associated with heavy, [...]
Jun 24 2025
Man and his doctor having a discussion in the exam room
Family Medicine

Eight Health Screenings Every Man Should Know About

This June, as we celebrate Men’s Health Month, let’s talk about something vital: your health! We know you’re busy juggling [...]
Jun 24 2025
Teenagers sitting on dock getting splashed
Women's Health

Summer health: Can your wet swimsuit lead to a yeast infection?

It’s summer in Minnesota, which means lake days, poolside lounging, and backyard sprinkler runs. But if you’ve ever heard that [...]
Jun 24 2025
Young woman curled up with a pillow appearing depressed
Mental Health

Spotting the Signs of Depression

Depression is more than just a few days of feeling down. It’s a serious mental health condition that affects how [...]
May 29 2025
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Eye Care , Family Medicine

Child struggling? Check their vision and hearing

Does your child seem to struggle with following directions or fall behind in school, even though they’re trying their best? [...]
May 29 2025
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Family Medicine

Sunscreen: The power of prevention

We all love soaking up the Minnesota sunshine—but even on cloudy days, the sun’s rays can harm your skin. At [...]
May 29 2025
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Mental Health

Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone

Life can be challenging, and your mental health matters just as much as your physical well-being. Whether you’re feeling anxious, [...]
May 29 2025
Man sitting on a park bench sneezing and blowing nose.
Allergy

Living well through allergy season

While the return of vibrant greens and sunny days in the Land of 10,000 Lakes is something we eagerly anticipate, [...]
May 29 2025
Bladder or bowels not working right? We can help.
Surgery , Women's Health

Welia Health Physician Discusses Bladder and Bowel Control

Bladder and bowel control issues affect millions of people—and yet, many suffer in silence. At a recent educational event hosted [...]
Apr 22 2025
Male and female restroom symbols who "have to go"
Women's Health

Taking Control of Bladder Leaks

Ever feel a little surprise when you laugh, cough, or sneeze, or that sudden urge that’s hard to control? You’re [...]
Apr 22 2025
A teddy bear with a bandage on its head
Birth Center , Parenting

Shaken Baby Syndrome: Protecting Little Ones

Bringing a new baby home is one of life’s greatest joys, filled with tiny fingers, soft snuggles, and, sometimes, relentless [...]
Apr 22 2025
A mother and child shopping in the produce section
Nutrition

Shop the Grocery Store Perimeter – For Your Health

Ever find yourself overwhelmed by the endless options in the grocery store? Between flashy packaging and confusing labels, making healthy [...]
Apr 22 2025
Female patient being fitted for eyeglasses
Eye Care

New Eyeglasses? Going Local has its Benefits

Choosing new eyeglasses can feel like a big decision. You want to see clearly, look great, and get the best [...]
Apr 21 2025
Patient and doctor making 'heart hands' together
Community

Share Your Story of Exceptional Care During Patient Experience Week

Did a Welia Health team member brighten your day? 💙 As we celebrate Patient Experience Week 2025, we want to [...]
Mar 27 2025
Emergency entrance at Welia Health-Mora
Emergency

Urgent Care or the ER?

A sudden injury or illness can throw your day into chaos. But where do you go for help? Understanding the [...]
Mar 27 2025
Doctor in a lab coat holding a tablet displaying an image of the lungs
Family Medicine

Are You at Risk? Lung Cancer Screening with Low-Dose CT

This year, the American Cancer Society estimates there will be approximately 226,650 new cases of lung cancer in the US. [...]
Mar 27 2025
A landscape scene with dark spots demonstrating how diabetic retinopathy impacts vision
Eye Care

Diabetes and Your Vision: What You Need to Know

Living with diabetes can feel like a full-time job—medications, meal plans, doctor appointments. But one thing many people overlook? Their [...]
Mar 27 2025
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Family Medicine

Finding a Primary Care Provider You’ll Love

Let’s be honest, finding a new provider can feel like a chore. But it doesn’t have to be! Think of [...]