Essentia Health, Whole Foods Co-op Launch “Fresh Dollars” Program to Boost Access to Fresh Produce
Essentia Health and Whole Foods Co-op have launched a “Fresh Dollars” collaboration, a new initiative designed to make fresh fruits and vegetables more accessible and affordable for individuals and families participating in qualifying assistance programs. The program matches up to $10 spent on fresh produce every Tuesday at either Whole Foods Co-op location (Hillside or Denfeld) with an equal amount in Fresh Dollars. […]
Essentia Health, Park Avenue Therapies Announce Collaboration in Cloquet
Essentia Health is excited to announce it will purchase the therapy practice of Park Avenue Therapies, a longtime community pillar in Cloquet. Park Avenue founder and owner Rhonda Johnson approached Essentia earlier this year to gauge the health system’s interest in acquiring the therapy practice. Both parties signed a purchase agreement in early July, and the transition is expected […]
Essentia Health Holding Extended Hours for Sports Physicals
Essentia Health is now offering sports physicals for high school students preparing for the upcoming athletic season. These exams help ensure student-athletes meet the necessary health requirements for participation in school sports programs. The sports physicals will be offered from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 4, at the Essentia Health-West Duluth Clinic, located at 4212 Grand Ave. Minors must be accompanied […]
Essentia Health Looking for Volunteer Pet Therapy Teams
After reading a hospice nurse’s memoir about end-of-life care, Kala Pedersen was compelled to sign up as a hospice volunteer with Essentia Health. Meeting with the program supervisor, Pedersen mentioned that she loved spending time with her dog, Cruz. It sparked an idea — the pup was likely an excellent candidate for pet therapy and, eventually, could accompany Pedersen on […]
Essentia Announces $500,000 Commitment to Union Gospel Mission’s New Mission Engagement Center
Essentia Health today announced a $500,000 commitment to support Union Gospel Mission’s new Mission Engagement Center, which will support new affordable housing and stronger social services in downtown Duluth. By relocating directly across from the St. Louis County Government Services Center, Union Gospel Mission is aiming to create a more coordinated response to homelessness and poverty in the Northland. “At Essentia, we see every day how housing, food access and addiction support impact our patients’ […]
Essentia Health CEO Dr. David Herman Appointed to Joint Commission’s Board of Commissioners
Essentia Health is proud to announce that its CEO, Dr. David Herman, has been appointed to Joint Commission’s Board of Commissioners, the organization’s governing body responsible for advising leadership and shaping strategy to advance healthcare quality and safety nationwide. Joint Commission is a global driver of quality improvement and patient safety in healthcare. The organization accredits and certifies […]
Essentia Health-Virginia to Hold Groundbreaking for New Emergency Department
On Wednesday, May 20, Essentia Health-Virginia will hold a groundbreaking ceremony alongside community partners, public safety leaders and elected officials to celebrate the start of construction on an expanded emergency department. The $13 million project will nearly double the size of the emergency department, adding five exam rooms and a dedicated behavioral health suite. The project will support timely and specialized care, enhance safety for patients and staff and include investments in new state-of-the-art emergency technology. The project will be […]
Essentia Health Holding Free Shoulder Surgery Seminar
If you’ve been experiencing pain in your shoulder and want to explore surgery as a potential solution, consider Essentia Health. We are bringing the latest information on shoulder surgery into the community to give patients an in-depth look at what to expect during a potential procedure. A seminar exploring available options for shoulder and arm […]
Essentia Health Hosting Strides for Stroke Walks
Nearly 800,000 people have a stoke each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. About 1 in 6 deaths from cardiovascular disease nationwide is due to a stroke, and it’s the fifth-leading cause of death and serious long-term disability in the United States. To raise awareness about the dangers and warning signs of a stroke, Essentia Health, through the […]
Duluth Family Medicine Clinic Hosting Free Skin Cancer Screening Event
One in five Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation. May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month, which is dedicated to shedding light on the disease – the most common cancer in the United States. The American Academy of Dermatology estimates that about 9,500 people are diagnosed with skin cancer every […]