The Minnesota Department of Health recently awarded Sleepy Eye Medical Center $39,000 through the Rural Hospital Planning and Transition Grant Program to assist in funding the purchase of 3D mammography […]
SEMC Shines Blue for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Sleepy Eye Medical Center, along with over 60 other civic, public and private organizations across the state, are banding together to turn Minnesota blue in March; the month governor Mark […]
Davis to Provide Counseling Services for SEMC Patients
In April, Chris Davis, Licensed Social Worker of Prairie Family Counseling, LLC, will begin offering counseling services to pediatric and adult patients at Sleepy Eye Medical Center. Davis has nearly […]
SEMC Earns Level IV Trauma Re-designation
The Minnesota Department of Health recently re-designated Sleepy Eye Medical Center as a level 4 trauma hospital. SEMC and staff voluntarily participated in the intense re-designation process to remain part […]
Community Health Day Set for March 24
Community Health Day will take place 6:30-9:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 24 at the Sleepy Eye Public School. A number of reduced-cost screenings will be offered, including blood analysis and […]
SEMC to Host Blood Drive on Feb. 28
Sleepy Eye Medical Center will host a community blood drive with the American Red Cross from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 28 in the Lower Level of […]
SEMC Encourages Flu Prevention Steps
Sleepy Eye Medical Center urges residents to take active steps to avoid getting or spreading the flu. “We have seen a noticeable increase in the number of flu cases and […]
Practice Medication Safety in 2018
Medications are used to treat diseases, manage conditions and relieve symptoms. They are generally safe when used as prescribed and as directed on the label, but there are risks to […]
9 Ways to Have a Healthy & Happy Holiday Season
Enjoy all the holidays have to offer while staying healthy and happy by following these nine tips. 1. Wash your hands. Washing your hands is one of the most important […]
Take 3 Steps to Fight the Flu
The seasonal flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza (flu) viruses. Fortunately, there are several steps you and your loved ones can take to avoid getting the flu […]