Sanford Clinic Pierre launches men’s program

Published/Last Modified on Monday, Nov 23, 2009 - 01:07:49 am CST

Capital Journal staff

PIERRE — To help men understand the importance of preventative health exams, Sanford Clinic Pierre is launching a program called Men’s Health, a tool kit that will help men stay healthy and active. The program focuses on preventative health and will urge men to schedule a yearly appointment with a primary care medical provider.

“Preventative health exams are important to ward off disease and illness,” said Stacy Jones, Sanford Health media relations coordinator. “While women tend to listen to this message, traditionally many men have not.”

During the Men’s Health appointment, medical providers talk with patients about health conditions that can affect him because of age or medical history, including blood pressure, testosterone levels, immunizations, cholesterol, skin health, diabetes and colon cancer.

To schedule an appointment, men are encouraged to call Sanford Clinic Pierre at 605-224-2010.

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