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posted by Taylor Britton on Thursday, March 13, 2025 March is Kidney Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of kidney health, early detection, and prevention strategies such as managing diabetes and high blood pressure. With services like dialysis centers and nephrology clinics available, Spencer Hospital encourages regular checkups and a healthy lifestyle to protect kidney function.

posted on Monday, March 10, 2025 March is Endometriosis Awareness Month, highlighting a condition that causes severe pain and potential infertility when uterine-like tissue grows outside the uterus. The team at Avera Medical Group Spencer - Advanced Gynecology & Surgery provides expert diagnosis and treatment options to help women manage symptoms and improve their quality of life.

posted by Mandy Fine on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 The first week in March is National Sleep Awareness Week, a time to share about sleep disorders that affect millions of Americans, many of whom go undiagnosed. At Spencer Hospital, we are committed to sharing valuable insight into sleep disorders and the services available for diagnosis and treatment.

posted by Darlene DeWitt, MS, RD, LD on Monday, March 3, 2025 March is National Nutrition Month, and this year's theme, "Food Connects Us," highlights the relationships between food, culture, family, friends, environment, and community. Spencer Hospital Registered Dietitian, Darlene DeWitt, shares insights on how we can strengthen our connection with food and build healthier eating habits.

posted by Danette Forbes on Wednesday, February 19, 2025 Danette Forbes, Clinic Director of Northwest Iowa Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialists, shares expert insights on common pediatric ENT conditions and their treatments for Kids ENT Health Month. With specialized care available at Northwest Iowa ENT and its satellite clinics across Northwest Iowa, families can access expert ENT services close to home.