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NH+C Birth Center precautions keep moms and babies safe

March 30, 2020 Having a baby is an exciting time. We know it’s also a nervous time right now, too.

Want to help? Stay home. Want to donate? Email us.

Want to help? Stay home. Want to donate? Email us.

MARCH 23, 2020 -- Northfield is such a giving community. We know you want to help right now. Your best way to help each other is to STAY HOME.

NH+C CEO Steve Underdahl discusses COVID-19 on KYMN Radio

MARCH 19, 2020 -- NH+C CEO Steve Underdahl updated the community on many aspects of COVID-19 (coronavirus) in an interview with KYMN Radio on Thursday, March 19.

NO VISITORS ALLOWED at Northfield Hospital + Clinics

NO VISITORS ALLOWED at Northfield Hospital + Clinics

MARCH 20, 2020 – Northfield Hospital + Clinics no longer allows visitors at Northfield Hospital or any NH+C facility at this time. NO VISITORS are permitted in any NH+C facility.

Northfield Hospital + Clinics is temporarily closing the Lakeville Clinic + Urgent Care and the Lonsdale Clinic. Clinics in Farmington, Northfield and Faribault Clinics remain open for patients who need to be seen for health issues other than COVID-19 (coronavirus).

NH+C Temporarily Closes Clinics

MARCH 20, 2020 – Starting Monday, March 23, 2020, Northfield Hospital + Clinics is temporarily closing the Lakeville Clinic + Urgent Care and the Lonsdale Clinic.

NH+C suspends elective surgery

MARCH 20, 2020 – Northfield Hospital + Clinics has suspended elective surgeries and procedures as of March 17. Patients affected by this have been contacted directly.

Social distancing is best protection; testing would not change recommendations for your care

First Confirmed Case of COVID-19 in Rice County: What it means for you

MARCH 20, 2020 – With COVID-19 now in Rice County, your best protection is to STAY HOME and practice social distancing.

Express Care Clinic is closed; call NH+C if you feel ill

Express Care Clinic is temporarily closed; call NH+C if you feel ill

MARCH 19, 2020 – Northfield Hospital + Clinics has closed its Express Care Clinic temporarily to protect patients and staff from possible exposure to COVID-19 (coronavirus).

NH+C restricts visitors to protect patients from possible exposure to COVID-19

MARCH 19, 2020 – Northfield Hospital + Clinics is restricting visitors to protect patients and staff from possible exposure to COVID-19 (coronavirus).

NH+C restricts visitors to hospital, all clinics, Long Term Care Center

MARCH 19, 2020 – Northfield Hospital + Clinics is restricting visitors to protect patients and staff from possible exposure to COVID-19 (coronavirus).

Minnesotans who are not severely ill should stay home while they recover

MDH limits COVID-19 testing: What this means for you

Minnesotans who are not severely ill should stay home while they recover

NH+C opens Temporary Respiratory Clinic

MARCH 17, 2020 – Northfield Hospital + Clinics has opened a Temporary Respiratory Clinic to treat all patients in the most effective setting possible.

Minnesota adopts community-level restrictions to slow COVID-19

MARCH 14, 2020 – Minnesota is adopting community-level strategies recommended by Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) to help slow the spread of coronavirus.

Community concerns about COVID-19: How to limit your risk

March 13, 2020 -- We know there are concerns in the community as COVID-19 spreads in Minnesota. Community transmission has not been reported in Minnesota, but it’s becoming more likely.

If you’re sick, here’s when to call your provider

March 11, 2020 -- Feeling sick? CALL your provider if you:

Coronavirus testing in Minnesota: What you should know

MARCH 9, 2020 – As testing for COVID-19 (coronavirus) increases, NH+C follows clear guidelines set by Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) for COVID-19 screening and testing.

10 Milestones to watch for by age 5

Kids grow fast! Birth through age five is an especially exciting time as kids learn to do many new things like smiling, talking, walking and making friends.

Planning next steps for your new knee or hip

When you have orthopedic surgery, you want to feel at home with your new joint as quickly – and smoothly – as possible.

Healthy sleep at every age

Sleep changes as you age. The amount of ZZZs your body needs, your ability to fall (and stay) asleep, your body’s response to lack of sleep . . . it’s a shifting landscape.

Tips for healthy winter sleep

During winter, one fact seems counter-intuitive: Long nights aren’t always restful nights.

“Fourth trimester” adds extra care for new moms

Having a baby changes everything. Now, new moms get early attention on how that’s affecting their mental health and overall well-being.

Understand Your Risks to Prevent a Heart Attack

Want to understand your risks for heart attack? The American Heart Association outlines three types of risk factors – major, modifiable, and contributing – to help you manage your own heart health

Cancer diagnosis: Now what?

We know that not all cancer is the same. But neither is all breast cancer . . . or lung cancer . . . or prostate cancer.

Teamwork: The partnership between primary and specialty care during cancer treatment

Your best care relies on strong partnerships between your primary care provider and cancer specialists. It can improve your cancer treatment.

Managing real life during cancer care -- for patients and their loved ones

Cancer treatment is a challenge – physically, logistically, emotionally. There are real life, non-medical challenges.

My cancer, my choices: Making decisions and goals for your own treatment

The goals of cancer care depend on the diagnosis and prognosis of your cancer. Deciding on your plan for treatment takes these into account as you and your care team explore your options.

Tonsils can affect kids' sleep: Advice from ENT Gerard O'Halloran, MD

Is your child a restless sleeper? It might be apnea, and tonsils may be the culprit. ENT specialist Gerard O’Halloran, MD explains how tonsils and adenoids affect kids’ sleep.

Healthcare you can plan ahead: Preventative screenings

Feeling good? That’s a good time to think about healthcare you can plan ahead. Preventative screenings are an important tool to monitor health.

New year, new deductible: Tips to manage your healthcare spending

These tips may help you manage your healthcare spending throughout the year. Plan your budget

Is that snoring actually sleep apnea?

Snoring through a long winter’s night? It might be sleep apnea. ENT specialist Gerard O’Halloran, MD – board-certified in sleep medicine – explains how sleep apnea is diagnosed and treated.

Kids, ear infections, and tubes: Advice from Dr. Gerard O’Halloran

Ear infections are common among kids, and often painful. Ear infections happen when viruses or bacteria get into the middle ear, the space behind the ear drum, causing pressure and discomfort.

Gratitude can be good for your health

Feeling grateful? That’s healthy. Medical research has linked gratitude to better sleep, healthier hearts, and healthy social connections.

Stay healthy from holiday stress

Holidays are busy! And can be stressful.

Recognize – and treat – Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

The onset of Winter can bring Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – a form of depression that’s common in northern climates.

NH+C welcomes surgeon Ellie Cohen, MD

Surgeon Ellie Cohen, MD has joined the General Surgery practice at Northfield Hospital, whose surgeons perform a wide range of procedures – and provide 24/7 coverage for emergency surgery.

Little girl who is sick and holding her forehead

Busy classrooms can be a hotspot for spreading germs – especially with kids in close quarters.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Sara Gergen offers simple tips to help keep your kids (and you!) healthy through the school year:

Northfield Hospital + Clinics named Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace

Northfield Hospital + Clinics has been named a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) for NH+C’s contributions to the health of breastfeeding employees and the

Request for Proposals for NH+C Book Design

Northfield Hospital + Clinics invites proposals for the design for a print and electronic version of the manuscript History of the Northfield Hospital.

The Top 10 Reasons Men Put Off Doctor Visits

Visiting your provider for an annual checkup is a simple – and essential – step to staying healthy. So why do some men refuse to go to the doctor regularly?

Heavy backpacks are a pain for kids

Is that backpack too heavy? It might be hurting your child now . . . and in the future. Check out this video.

Is prostate cancer screening right for you?

It’s November (“Movember” for mustache fans), a great time to spotlight men’s health.

Flu Shots Available at NH+C Clinics

Here’s an easy way to protect your health this season: Get your flu shot.

Six Questions with Dr. Jasmine Kamboj, oncologist

First job? As an oncologist at Sanford Health in Bemidji.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Thank you to members of the Breast Cancer Support Group for sharing these thoughts: What helps you most as you live with cancer?

Can’t Eat Wheat Support Group trades tips on gluten-free baking on Oct. 7

Dayna Ryan shares gluten-free baking tips and tricks at the Oct. 7 meeting of the Can’t Eat Wheat Support Group.

September 16-22, 2019 is National Rehabilitation Awareness Week

The National Rehabilitation Awareness Foundation (NRAF) recognizes the third full week of September as National Rehabilitation Week (Rehab Week), to educate people about the benefits of rehabilitat

Vaping puts youth at risk of injury, addiction

Olivia test drives a new Strider bike

Olivia test drives a new Strider bike, donated to Northfield Hospital + Clinics by Downtown Bicycles.

Faribault Clinic moves to new, expanded location in October

Our new location – at 1980 30th St. NW, just off Lyndale Ave. west of I-35 – will have the same great teams providing orthopedics and ENT care, with bigger, comfortable exam and treatment rooms.

The Faces of Grief: Strategies for Understanding & Coping

Grief can show itself in many forms. Sometimes it can be difficult to understand that what we are feeling is related to the complexities of loss. In an effort to acknowledge the deep challenge of

NH+C hosts “Living Well with Chronic Pain” workshop

This free, six-week workshop is designed for people living with chronic pain to help better manage their symptoms and improve their daily lives.

Birth Center, Northfield Clinic and Women’s Health Center expansions begin

We’re rolling up our sleeves starting Sept. 11 with two big construction projects – expanding the Birth Center, plus the two clinics on the Northfield Hospital campus.

Baby Station open for 2019 Defeat of Jesse James Days

Are you bringing your baby to Defeat of Jesse James Days in Northfield? Visit the Baby Station in the Express Care Clinic for a quiet, indoor space to feed and change your baby.

Oncologist Jasmine Kamboj, MD joins Northfield Hospital + Clinics

Northfield Hospital + Clinics welcomes Dr. Jasmine Kamboj, a hematologist and oncologist who joins the Cancer Care & Infusion Center at Northfield Hospital this month.

How to recognize – and treat – a hernia

Ouch! Is it a hernia? Surgeon Ashley Marek, MD explains:

Neurologist Robert Jacoby, MD speaks to Parkinson’s Support Group on July 24

The Parkinson’s Support Group welcomes neurologist and Parkinson’s specialist Robert Jacoby, MD for a discussion on the prevalence of OFF periods in Parkinson’s Disease. Dr.

Manganese in water? For formula, use a filter

By Ben Flannery, MD

Long Term Care Center scores #2 in statewide Family Satisfaction Survey

May we brag for a minute?

Certified Nurse Midwife joins Women’s Health Center

Northfield Hospital + Clinics welcomes certified nurse midwife Jessica Bohren, APRN, CNM. She joins our Women’s Health Center as we expand options for care with pregnancy and birth.

Why volunteer? Ask Jacob Heath

Jacob Heath (Carleton College, class of 2019) volunteers in Same Day Surgery to complement his pre-med education. We asked about his experience. Best part? “Working with the nurses.

When it’s time for a mammogram, should you ask for 3D?

Great question. NPR’s “Health Shots” explains the benefits of 3D mammography, including new research that shows better detection of cancer with 3D images for women as young as 40 and women 65-plus

Family Medicine physician Suzanne Schaefer joins Lakeville Clinic

Northfield Hospital + Clinics welcomes Suzanne Schaefer, MD to its Lakeville Clinic, caring for patients of all ages.

Managing pain if you’re worried about opioids

The growing problem – and national conversation – of opioid addiction may be affecting the way you think about your own health care.

Get a jump on knee injuries

Whether you’re a professional athlete, weekend warrior, or someon

What do farmers, factory workers and texters have in common?

Hand or wrist pain makes it hard to manage daily tasks.

Treatment options for osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, caused by aging and sometimes by injury. When the protective cartilage between the bones of your joints wears down, it’s painful.

Shoulder pain? It may be your rotator cuff

If your shoulder hurts when you swing a golf club or tennis rack

3D printing guides joint replacement

When millimeters matter, it helps to have a guide.

New Lactation Services Offered at the Birth Center

Moms and babies have a new resource for help with mealtimes.

Spring forward at the Women’s Health Fair on May 9

Busy women – especially those who care for kids and perhaps aging parents – tend to put their own health last. We invite you to put yourself first for an evening.

Parkinson’s patients get LSVT BIG® and LSVT LOUD®

We’re proud to offer LSVT BIG® and LSVT LOUD®, a therapy program to improve movement and voice for patients with Parkinson’s.

Cancer Rehabilitation helps you stay active

We’re proud to offer Cancer Rehabilitation therapy for people with cancer and cancer survivors.

Have you scheduled your Medicare Annual Wellness visit? (It’s free)

Are you a member of Medicare? You’re entitled to FREE “Annual Wellness Visits.” These visits are 100% covered by Medicare with no out of pocket expense to you.

Do you snore? It might be sleep apnea

If someone in your house has a snoring problem, that could be a warning sign of sleep apnea. Dr. Gerard O'Halloran, ENT specialist, discusses this fairly common condition. “It’s good to address...

Powerful Tools for Caregivers

A free group workshop designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. Whether you are helping a parent, spouse, or friend who lives at home, in as

Being Mortal a PBS FRONTLINE film featuring Dr. Atul Gawande

April 23, 2019 – 7:00-8:30pm Carleton College Weitz Cinema 320 Third St. East, Northfield

Sinus Headaches or Nasal Headaches?

ENT specialist Gerard O'Halloran, MD explains: Do you have pain or pressure beneath your eyes or in your forehead – what most people would call a sinus headache? Is it worse when you have a cold, are...

March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month

There are broad nutritional benefits to eating a c

Hospital Auxiliary Book Fair runs April 23-27, 2019

It’s a sure sign of Spring: The annual Northfield Hospital Auxiliary Book Fair. The 2019 Book Fair will take place April 23-27 at the Northfield Ice Arena on Highway 3.

Six questions with David McIntyre, MD

First job? Stock boy at Kmart in Faribault. I remember showing up for work my first day in white pants and a shirt and tie and there was a dumpster fire that I got to clean up in my white pants and...

Understanding Childhood Vaccines

Pediatrician Ben Flannery, MD helps you understand childhood vaccines – why your child needs them, when to get them, and common side effects. The Vaccine Schedule

Free classes on Advance Care Planning set for February 11 and March 4

Free classes on Advance Care Planning set for February 11 and March 4

Northfield Hospital + Clinics introduces a free class to help individuals understand Advance Care Planning and get a start on

Northfield, MN Primary Care and Specialty Care Clinic

Clinic and Birth Center Expansions

Plans are moving forward to expand both the Northfield Clinic and the Birth Center in 2019.

NH+C welcomes Jodi Wieczorek as Director of the Cancer Care & Infusion Center

Northfield Hospital + Clinics has named Jodi Wieczorek, APRN, AGCNS-BC, ACHPN, OCN as Director of the Cancer Care & Infusion Center on the Northfield Hospital campus.

Stay healthy by managing holiday stress

Holidays aren’t always happy.

Tips for a Safe Holiday Season with Food Allergies

If you manage food allergies for yourself or your

Should I get a flu vaccine while pregnant?

If you're pregnant, you may be wondering: Should I get a flu vaccine while pregnant?

Good sleep can make school better

By Bryan Hoff, MD

Shepley, Wille complete 30 years . . . together

It was the beginning of a beautiful friendship.

Plastic surgeon provides breast reconstruction at Northfield Hospital

We’re proud to introduce plastic surgeon Valerie Lemaine, MD, MPH who is working with our general surgeons to provide breast reconstruction at

Six Questions with Dr. Amy Kraushaar, pediatrician

First job? I was a hostess at a golf course restaurant all during high school. I learned customer service, and how to work with people – good skills that still serve me well.

Start the school year right with “healthy sleep”

Waking up for school can be tough on kids and parents. Shifting from summer to a busy (early!) school routine makes it tempting to cut corners on sleep.

Wake Up to Snoring

Do you snore? Maybe. Does someone you love snore? You can answer that more easily. The answer can affect your health in surprising ways.

LifeSource honors Northfield Hospital for organ donations

Organ donation saves and heals lives. Hospitals play a delicate role as a bridge between donors and recipients.

Say hello to pediatrician Amy Kraushaar, DO

Dr. Kraushaar loves the laughter and curiosity of kids. She’s a pediatric specialist who cares for children and adolescents in the Northfield Clinic, starting August 7.

High Blood Pressure: How (and why) to manage it

At every check-up, one of the routine steps is a blood pressure check. Why is it so important?

Protect your health by recognizing and managing stress

Feeling stressed out? That can be hard on your health. Dr. Randolph Reister shares advice about recognizing and managing stress:

Northfield Hospital + Clinics honored 101 employees

Northfield Hospital + Clinics honored 101 employees – with a combined 1,134 years of service – at its annual Length of Service Awards.

Concussion safety, on and off the field

Enjoying summer activities? Make sure you’re protecting your head.

Dr. Katherine Helgen gives advice on travel medicine

Got travel plans for summer? Dr. Katherine Helgen offers tips on preparing before you go, to stay healthy while you travel:

Long Term Care Center earns 5-star rating, seven years in a row

The Long Term Care Center earned a 5-star rating – the most stars possible – for 2018 from CMS, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Aching hands? Therapist Kathy Heimer offers advice

Are your hands aching from yardwork and gardening? Here’s some advice from certified hand therapist Kathy Heimer OTR/L, CHT:

Stay safe in summer heat

Heat is the #1 cause of weather-related death in the U.S. Protect your health during high heat and humidity.

Healthy sleep boosts wellness at every age

Sleep changes as you age. The amount of ZZZs your body needs, your ability to fall (and stay) asleep, your body’s response to lack of sleep . . . it’s a shifting landscape.

Need 911? Here’s what to expect

Emergencies are scary. Brian Edwards, Chief of Emergency Medical Services, talks about what takes place when you call 911 . . . and how you can help first responders help you.

Northfield’s Book Fair set to hit $1 million in sales

Hospital Auxiliary Book Fair runs April 24-28, 2018

Express Care Clinic opens April 9 in downtown Northfield

Northfield Hospital + Clinics offers convenient walk-in care Your new Express Care Clinic is just around the corner . . . opening April 9 in downtown Northfield.

Kick off Spring and Summer with family-friendly exercise

Spring is here! (Er, it’s coming . . . .) With warmer days ahead, think about adding exercise to your daily family routine. It’s a great way to establish healthy habits for life.

Northfield Hospital connected two people across a century

When Margit Fredrickson turned 100, her son Karl thought it would be nice to celebrate with someone who shares her birthday.

Coping with Stress

Everyone experiences stress at times. The National Institutes of Mental Health highlights three distinct kinds of stress:

Six Questions with Dr. Adam Ailabouni, Family Medicine physician

First job? I was a basket boy at the Farmington pool across the street from my house. I was the guy who took your stuff to store in a basket while you swam.

Shingles? There’s a vaccine for that

Remember having chickenpox as a kid? It might strike again . . . as shingles.

Ah, winter . . . the season of germs

So, how do health professionals stay well when they’re exposed to germs all day? And what’s their advice for you?

Do you have tendon pain too? Tenex may help.

Tenex is a one-time treatment for chronic tendon pain.

80 new donors in Northfield now, ready to give life-saving bone marrow when it’s needed!

NH+C’s Surgical Services team and St.

Holiday gatherings often center on food

Holiday gatherings often center on food. Our favorite treats symbolize connection and celebration. But for families managing food allergies, this heightened emphasis on food is stressful.

Healthcare hub under construction in downtown Northfield

Construction is now underway to expand downtown healthcare resources in the Sterling Pharmacy building on Division Street at 7th Street.

What’s your risk for prediabetes?

Eighty four million Americans have prediabetes. Are you one?

Mayor Rhonda Pownell and doctors and staff receiving their awards

Northfield honored as a “Bookend Community” by Reach Out and Read

Northfield has been designated as a “Bookend Communi

Tricks for managing food allergies at Halloween

Kids love Halloween – carving pumpkins, bobbing for

Six Questions with Sara Gergen, MSN, CPNP-PC, NNP-BC

Sara is a neonatal nurse practitioner who cares for

Dr. Fulco is honored among leading surgeons in Minnesota Monthly’s annual “Top Doctors” feature . . . the only Northfield doctor on the prestigious list of physicians in the Twin Cities and beyond.

Jose Fulco, MD is one of the top doctors in Minnesota

Dr. Fulco is honored among leading surgeons in Minnesota Monthly’s annual “Top Doctors” feature . . .