Health & Wellness
Your resource for local health news, wellness tips, and medical updates. Covering everything from public health announcements to mental health resources and fitness, this category supports a healthy community.
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Ben Nielsen Named President, CEO of Ridgeview
Ben Nielsen has been appointed as the new president and CEO of Ridgeview Medical Center, succeeding Mike Phelps on June 14. Nielsen aims to enhance care access and maintain organizational… read more >>
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Minnesota Teen Publishes Book on Living with OCD, Anxiety
Chanhassen teenager Natalia Yurecko’s inspiring book on anxiety and OCD, co-authored with her mother to help youth and families understand mental health. read more >>
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The Negative Space Assists Caregivers During Life’s Toughest Moments
A new partnership in Minnesota offers caregivers free resources for support and education, addressing their often-overlooked needs as they care for loved ones. Initiatives include support groups and educational tools… read more >>
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How Coping Mechanisms Help Teens Deal with Societal Pressure
Mila Patel presents her HOSA project with partners Theertha Gopireddy and Aaryahi Thapa for the social media campaign Redefining Real, which encourages teens to challenge unrealistic societal standards, manage stress,… read more >>
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Fitness First Owner Appears on CCLN Podcast
In this CCLN Podcast episode, we hear from small business owner and fitness expert, Steve Ritz, founder of Fitness First in Chaska. read more >>
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Understanding Atrial Fibrillation: What Patients Should Know
February is American Health Month. Dr. Prasun Mandal, the newest member of Lakeview Clinic’s family medicine team, submitted an article about heart condition atrial fibrillation. read more >>
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Ridgeview Set to Expand Primary Care Clinic in Chaska
Ridgeview will expand its Chaska primary care clinic after Allina Health’s closure, accommodating transferring providers and staff. The clinic will relocate within the same building, ensuring continuity of care for… read more >>
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Chaska Officer Offers Encouragement, Not Just Enforcement
The Chaska Police Department is poised to hire a full-time mental health clinician to assist with its ongoing Enhanced Services effort, led by Sgt. Mike Duzan. read more >>
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Ridgeview Recognized for Surgical Care, Joint Replacement
Ridgeview has been recognized by Healthgrades for two consecutive years as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals for surgical care and three years for joint replacement, ranking in the top… read more >>














