Avera Sacred Heart Wellness Center

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Caring for kids during a medical emergency takes skill, speed and a confidence that comes with real-world practice. Aver...
11/20/2025

Caring for kids during a medical emergency takes skill, speed and a confidence that comes with real-world practice. Avera's pediatric emergency response training puts care teams into life-like scenarios, helping them stay calm and prepared when a real incident happens. Learn how this hands-on approach is improving care for children across the region when seconds count in this week's Avera Medical Minute at https://bit.ly/4i3i6hc.

When you live miles from the nearest hospital, access to emergency care is vital. Avera's dedicated teams bridge the dis...
11/20/2025

When you live miles from the nearest hospital, access to emergency care is vital. Avera's dedicated teams bridge the distance that can often stand between crisis and recovery. This National Rural Health Day, learn why these services are vital to areas across the Midwest at https://bit.ly/4oHlMaZ.

Stiff, achy joints aren't always caused by the same condition. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis affect the body i...
11/19/2025

Stiff, achy joints aren't always caused by the same condition. Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis affect the body in different ways and have unique treatment plans. Learn what sets these conditions apart and how you can manage your symptoms at https://bit.ly/4rbM0US.

Indulging in a sweet or salty treat can be difficult to avoid, especially during the holidays, but a few simple swaps ca...
11/18/2025

Indulging in a sweet or salty treat can be difficult to avoid, especially during the holidays, but a few simple swaps can help keep your health on the right track. Anna Heronimous, an Avera Sports registered dietitian and sports nutrition specialist, explains which ingredients can cause inflammation and how a few small changes can reduce it at https://bit.ly/43Atco3.

FREE PROGRAM: Prizes for weight loss, workouts and achieving challenges!  This one is for everyone.  Now through Nov 24t...
11/17/2025

FREE PROGRAM: Prizes for weight loss, workouts and achieving challenges! This one is for everyone. Now through Nov 24th is the initial weigh-in! Stop in today.

SUGAR, HOW SWEET IT'S NOT: November 18th, 12-12:30pm join Registered Dietitian, Sarah Buckman for a presentation on how ...
11/16/2025

SUGAR, HOW SWEET IT'S NOT: November 18th, 12-12:30pm join Registered Dietitian, Sarah Buckman for a presentation on how sugar affects your health, where it sneaks into your food, artificial sweeteners and more. Pavilion Conference Room 3 ~ Members Only.

IT'S ALMOST TIME!  WATCH FOR MORE INFORMATION COMING ON MONDAY.  GET A HEAD START ON YOUR 2026 GOALS!
11/14/2025

IT'S ALMOST TIME! WATCH FOR MORE INFORMATION COMING ON MONDAY. GET A HEAD START ON YOUR 2026 GOALS!

Embracing the Change Series: Hot flashes, sleep trouble and mood changes don't have to ruin your day. From hormone thera...
11/14/2025

Embracing the Change Series: Hot flashes, sleep trouble and mood changes don't have to ruin your day. From hormone therapy to lifestyle adjustments, there are many ways to manage symptoms of perimenopause and menopause. Learn was treatment options can help you feel like yourself again at https://bit.ly/3JVDBUt.
This article is part of our series, "Embracing the Change," focusing on women’s health before and after menopause. Look for a new feature each month.

For Toby Pulscher, hospice care became a comfort for his wife, Laura Jean, and a source of support for their whole famil...
11/13/2025

For Toby Pulscher, hospice care became a comfort for his wife, Laura Jean, and a source of support for their whole family. With guidance from a dedicated team, they were able to focus on meaningful moments during her final days. Learn how the team at the Dougherty Hospice House helped turn a difficult time into one filled with compassion and care in this week's Avera Medical Minute at https://bit.ly/447SAS2.

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Kurt Johnson has been a member for 6-months and says exercise is helping him manage his Parki...
11/13/2025

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Kurt Johnson has been a member for 6-months and says exercise is helping him manage his Parkinson's disease. Without the Wellness Center he wouldn't be able to move. His "team" has inspired him to keep moving and he says it's the best thing in the world to manage your health. Kurt says, "Never give up, no matter what your fighting or dealing with!"

Getting a lung cancer screening is simpler than you might think. The process takes just a few minutes and can detect ear...
11/12/2025

Getting a lung cancer screening is simpler than you might think. The process takes just a few minutes and can detect early signs of cancer long before symptoms appear. Dr. Fady Jamous, an Avera pulmonologist, explains who qualifies and why taking this quick step can make such a difference for your health at https://bit.ly/4p3aMV9.

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Jim Larson has been a member for 5 years and enjoys his early morning weight lifting workouts...
11/11/2025

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Jim Larson has been a member for 5 years and enjoys his early morning weight lifting workouts while he watches the sunrise and socializes with other members. Jim is also a US Navy Veteran. Thank you for your service Jim!

Today, we honor those who put service above self. At Avera Health, we’re proud to care for our veterans, whose courage a...
11/11/2025

Today, we honor those who put service above self. At Avera Health, we’re proud to care for our veterans, whose courage and sacrifice protect our freedom. We thank them for their strength, service and continued impact on our communities, today and every day. 💚

Every transition in care can be a big adjustment. Whether it's moving from the hospital to home or long-term care to hos...
11/10/2025

Every transition in care can be a big adjustment. Whether it's moving from the hospital to home or long-term care to hospice, Avera's care teams help patients and families plan each move with confidence. Learn how to ease into new care changes for your loved one at https://bit.ly/4nDE0sJ.

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Mary Frieler has been a member for the past year. She enjoys working with her personal traine...
11/08/2025

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Mary Frieler has been a member for the past year. She enjoys working with her personal trainer, Miles Rademaker, and staff Michelle and Jodi. She also enjoys being around all of the other members working to stay strong and live a healthy lifestyle. You're a part of what makes the atmosphere great Mary, thank you!

VETERANS: To honor you on Veterans Day, you're invited to a free gym day on 11/11/25.  Relax in the pool or get in a wor...
11/07/2025

VETERANS: To honor you on Veterans Day, you're invited to a free gym day on 11/11/25. Relax in the pool or get in a workout. Be sure to share your service branch and details on our special Thank you board in the gym. We appreciate you! We are open 5:30am-8pm.

Many assume that hospice care only focuses on end-of-life care, but it's really the start of a new kind of support. Know...
11/07/2025

Many assume that hospice care only focuses on end-of-life care, but it's really the start of a new kind of support. Knowing more about this care can offer comfort for patients and peace of mind for families. Learn the facts about hospice and what it can offer your family at https://bit.ly/4hjBjL8.

11/06/2025

Self-exams are a great first step, but annual mammograms take your breast health to the next level. Dr. Ally Higgins, an Avera breast oncologist, explains why both are important to detect breast cancer early.

Duane Sieler's cancer journey is a little more comfortable while receiving treatment closer to home. He is receiving exp...
11/06/2025

Duane Sieler's cancer journey is a little more comfortable while receiving treatment closer to home. He is receiving expert care without added travel through a collaborative approach between his local care team in Yankton, S.D., and specialists in Sioux Falls, S.D. Learn how this teamwork is making a difference in Duane's treatment in this week's Avera Medical Minute at https://bit.ly/3JGT6zA.

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Dan Gergen has been a member for our entire 43 years so we wanted to celebrate him on our bir...
11/04/2025

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Dan Gergen has been a member for our entire 43 years so we wanted to celebrate him on our birthday! He swims for exercise and is working to maintain flexibility, balance and overall good health. Thank you Dan for being with us for the long haul! We appreciate you!

TODAY ONLY! It's our 43rd birthday but we're giving you the gift! Stop by today before 8pm for this one day only mega me...
11/04/2025

TODAY ONLY! It's our 43rd birthday but we're giving you the gift! Stop by today before 8pm for this one day only mega membership deal.

DID YOU KNOW...Nearly 1 in 2 Americans has diabetes or prediabetes? Prevent diabetes with us.  Pick up an exercise log a...
11/04/2025

DID YOU KNOW...Nearly 1 in 2 Americans has diabetes or prediabetes? Prevent diabetes with us. Pick up an exercise log at the front desk and track your 150 minutes of cardio and 2 days of strength training per week and get entered to win prizes during the month of November.

Congratulations to these 85 members that reached the Consistency Matters goal for October!  You're knocking it out of th...
11/03/2025

Congratulations to these 85 members that reached the Consistency Matters goal for October! You're knocking it out of the park.

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Steve Obr has been a member for 3 years and works out to maintain his health and socialize wi...
11/03/2025

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Steve Obr has been a member for 3 years and works out to maintain his health and socialize with fellow members. He follows in the footsteps of his parents Marilyn and Duane who were longtime members.

Address

501 Summit Street
Yankton, SD
57078

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 5:30am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 5:30am - 7:30pm
Thursday 5:30am - 7:30pm
Friday 5:30am - 7pm
Saturday 7am - 1pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

+16056688357

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Avera Sacred Heart Wellness Center in Yankton, SD, offers fitness classes, exercise and weight equipment, two pools, personal training and more.