Beginning the week of December 21, Sleepy Eye Medical Center will perform COVID-19 tests in a new annex laboratory building, located on the north side of the facility, near the […]
SEMC Urges Community to Wear Masks
As of July 25, 2020, per the Governor’s Executive Order 20-81, people in Minnesota are required to wear a face covering in all indoor businesses and public indoor spaces, unless […]
Updated Hospital and Clinic Visitor Guidelines
As of July 6, 2020, only one consistent visitor is allowed per patient per day at Sleepy Eye Medical Center Hospital and Clinics. Pediatric patients (under the age of 18) […]
SEMC Urges Public to Resist Pandemic Fatigue
As the state begins to open up and various activities resume, Sleepy Eye Medical Center urges the public to resist pandemic or quarantine fatigue. Dr. Harman Dhaliwal of SEMC further […]
SEMC Resumes Elective Procedures and Services
Sleepy Eye Medical Center will resume elective procedures and services the week of May 18, 2020. This decision comes in response to the issuance of Executive Order 20-51 made by […]
Area Farmers Face Unique Challenges During Planting Season
Spring planting is always a busy time for farmers; and a worldwide pandemic only amplifies the stress and uncertainty that accompanies the season. “Planting season means long hours and lots […]
COVID-19 Testing Expands at SEMC
Governor Tim Walz and the Minnesota Department of Health announced a new online tool to help people across the state access COVID-19 testing now that the capacity has been expanded. […]
SEMC Continues Patient Care & COVID-19 Efforts; Asks for Ongoing Community Cooperation
Planning and collaboration efforts continue as Sleepy Eye Medical Center navigates the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19. These efforts include daily meetings amongst SEMC leadership and regular calls with local and […]
Preparing for Your Telehealth Visit
If you need care but prefer to stay home, Telehealth or E-visits are a convenient option. Amidst the COVID-19 outbreak, SEMC encourages patients to utilize this option if and when […]
Alone, Together: Helping Your Kids & Yourself During Quarantine & Isolation
By Sharon Fromm, Licensed Social Worker, SEMC The outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) may be stressful and invoke fear and anxiety in people, both young and old. There are things […]