Health & Wellness

Northwest Family is your number one resource for health and wellness information. We are here to provide you with the best resources for any and all of your health-related questions.  

Each month our doctors provide you with in-depth information on four different health topics.

GLP-1 Medications: What You Should Know About This Powerful Tool for Weight Loss, Diabetes, and More

Jan 21, 2026, 4:53 PM
GLP-1 medications are a breakthrough treatment for weight loss, diabetes, PCOS, and more. Learn how these powerful drugs work, when they’re prescribed, and how compounded versions offer access outside of insurance.

Preventing Winter Falls on Ice: Footwear, Balance, and Home Safety Tips

Jan 13, 2026, 4:23 PM
Slips and falls are among the most common winter injuries, often happening on icy sidewalks, driveways, and entryways. Learn practical ways to stay steady, protect your balance, and reduce fall risk this winter.

Why You’re So Tired in the Winter—And What to Do About It

Dec 12, 2025, 3:50 PM
Winter fatigue is common in Minnesota. This guide explains the science behind low energy in colder months and offers simple, evidence-based steps to feel more awake, plus signs it’s time to check in with your clinician.

Understanding and Treating Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Dec 12, 2025, 3:28 PM
Feeling lower every winter? Learn what SAD is, how light therapy, CBT-SAD, and medications help, plus simple daily habits and Minnesota-specific tips. Schedule same- or next-day care at Northwest Family Clinics.

Influenza Resource Guide

Nov 12, 2025, 12:34 PM
Flu hits Minnesota each fall and winter. This guide explains what influenza looks like at different ages, when to treat at home, when to call or go in, who benefits from antivirals, and the prevention steps that really work—plus Minnesota-specific timing tips.

RSV Resource Guide: Symptoms, Care, and Prevention for All Ages

Nov 12, 2025, 12:02 PM
RSV often looks like a common cold—but for infants, older adults, and people with chronic conditions it can become serious. This Minnesota-focused guide explains symptoms by age, when to treat at home, when to seek care, testing and treatment basics, and what actually works to prevent RSV.