Don’t Slip Up—Preventing Falls in Winter

As this year closes and the next one opens, one thing we can count on every winter in Minnesota is ice. Icy sidewalks, icy streets,…
West 7th/Fort Road Federation December 2025

Hygiene Drive In the spirit of giving this holiday season, join us for our fifth Annual Hygiene Drive taking place from December 14 to December…
A Deeper Dive Into Glp-1’s – A New Healthcare Tool For Weight Loss

As we head toward the end of 2025, it’s likely that you or someone you know has gone on, or at least thought about going…
A Friendly Reminder to Take Care of Yourself

I don’t know about you, but 2025 came in hot, and somehow, it’s already almost over. We’ve made it through the State Fair (and all…
Make sure your treats do not haunt you this Halloween

By Yaroslav Owens-Pochinka, MD Zombies, skeletons and vampires rise once more. Homes transform into haunted graveyards, crawling with spiders and bats. Spooky season is officially…
A Day in the Life of the SPFD

The woman next to me brushed tears from her eyes, and stared gloomily ahead as we rushed toward United Hospital. We were in the back…
Why Vaccines Matter This School Year

When I was in medical school, I signed up for a 10-mile trail race on the Superior Hiking Trail. It was a bold move—I wasn’t…
Fueling Young Minds: Why High-Protein School Lunches Matter

By Natasha Vo, MD As the summer is starting to come to an end and school is about to begin, preparing school lunches is about…
Tips for Safely Walking Your Dog This Summer

One thing I enjoy about the West 7th neighborhood is its walkability, especially with having two dogs. The summer season, on the less humid days,…