CentraCare - Benson

10/15/2026

"I'm too young for colon cancer."

It's something many people believe, but colorectal cancer diagnoses are rising in younger adults. In this blog, Dr. Richard Wehseler talks about knowing the symptoms, understanding your risk and how getting screened when recommended can help catch cancer early, when it's easier to treat.

Learn more: https://www.centracare.com/articles-stories/colorectal-cancer-is-increasing/

10/14/2026

It’s National Dessert Day, and enjoying a sweet treat can absolutely be part of a healthy lifestyle!

Looking for lighter ways to satisfy your dessert cravings? Registered dietitian Natalie M. recommends a few simple swaps:

🍌Use mashed banana or unsweetened applesauce in place of butter or oil when baking.
🍫Choose dark chocolate or cacao nibs instead of milk chocolate.
🍓Blend frozen fruit for a naturally sweet alternative to ice cream.
🍪Add whole grains like oats to crisps and baked treats for a fiber boost.

A few small changes can make your favorite desserts a little more nourishing without sacrificing flavor.

What’s your favorite healthier dessert? Tell us in the comments!

10/14/2026

Last year, CentraCare - Benson performed nearly 700 mammograms! 💗 Don’t wait - make this year count! If you're a woman 40 or older and haven’t had your annual mammogram, schedule yours today - no physician referral needed.

Call 320-843-1337 now to book your digital screening mammogram at CentraCare – Benson.

Early detection saves lives. Don’t delay!

10/12/2026

Fall fun is here but so are sniffles and sneezes. When your child is starting to show signs of an illness, sometimes it's hard to know when to keep them at home and when to send them to school. First, check your school or daycare's illness policy. Then, consider these guidelines from a pediatrician to help guide your decision: https://www.centracare.com/articles-stories/when-should-i-keep-my-child-home/?fbclid=IwY2xjawUaO6ZwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMWw2NXJ1OGN2alRSNGE2WTdzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe2q11ny7BrhTcXmXw_C202JlUMXwBePgwj0aBLx4xr89Wi9mBj1peI3f3mJc_aem_3nkZZ4pBDrCz0qpvH9x36w

10/11/2026

Your mental health is part of your health.

It matters on the good days and the hard days. The busy days and the quiet ones. And you don't have to be struggling to take care of yourself.

Today, Oct. 10, is World Mental Health Day. Take time to check in with yourself. Check in with someone you care about. Listen when someone tells you how they’re really doing.

Every person's experience is different, and every person matters.

If you or someone you know needs immediate emotional support, call or text 988 to connect with the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, available 24/7.

10/09/2026

CentraCare - Benson will be hosting a blood drive on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., in the CentraCare - Benson Clinic conference room.

To register online for our blood drive visit https://www.redcrossblood.org/ and enter Sponsor Code: Benson Health.

All presenting donors will receive a $10 gift card by email, plus 200 bonus points toward donor rewards!

Please bring your photo ID or donor card to your appointment. Donors can save time by completing their pre-donation health history questionnaire online, on their donation day, prior to arriving at the blood drive.

10/07/2026

The heart of Minnesota offers more than a place to practice medicine. It's a place to build a career, connect with a community and feel at home.

Looking for your next opportunity, or know someone who is? Learn more below.

“When I’m at work, I’m able to be 100% there. And when I’m at home, I’m able to be 100% with my family.”

For Leah Schammel, DO, practicing dermatology at CentraCare means caring for patients in the community she calls home while also being present for her family.

For patients, having dedicated providers like Dr. Schammel in Greater Minnesota means more access to care from physicians who are invested in the communities they serve.

Interested in practicing medicine in the heart of Minnesota? Learn more: http://centracare.com/JoinUs

10/07/2026

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and our CentraCare - Benson imaging team was proud to join the community at the Benson High School Dig Pink volleyball match last evening!

The CentraCare - Benson imaging team had a great time interacting with attendees to test their knowledge with breast health trivia, win prizes and learn about the importance of mammograms and breast cancer awareness.

A big thank you to team members Madison O., Alicia S., Monica O. and Bailey B. for helping make this event a success and for their commitment to educating our community about breast health. 💗

Remember to schedule your annual mammogram! Call CentraCare - Benson's imaging department at 320-843-1337 today!

10/05/2026

Search engines can point you in the right direction, but experts can help you understand so you can make confident decisions for you and your family.

Don’t miss this chance to hear from Angie Paschke, CNP, and our other cardiology and electrophysiology experts at a free, online event on Thursday, Oct. 8 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. as they answer your questions about warning signs, risk factors and the latest approaches to treatment. Register today and share this event with family and friends!

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10/01/2026

“How was your day?”

“Fine.”

Sound familiar?

Now that the school year is in full swing, getting kids to open up about their day can sometimes take a little more creativity.

CentraCare Integrated Behavioral Health provider Gretchen Moos, MSW, LICSW, offers tips to help parents spark better conversations, build connection and make it easier for kids to share what’s really on their minds.