Across the country, many parents have put routine childhood vaccinations on hold because of statewide stay-at-home orders due to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Childhood vaccination rates in the US dropped this spring when compared to the same time frame in 2019, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The decline in […]
Category Archives: Primary Care
We Are Here For You
You and your loved ones’ health care needs can feel like a lot to manage. Between preventive medicine and routine check-ups, caring for unexpected illnesses and injuries, and specialized or long-term care for chronic illnesses, it can feel like your health care is in a constant state of change. “Making health care decisions can be challenging […]
Men’s Health Month and the Benefits of Annual Physician Visits
June is Men’s Health Month, and one way to take an active role in your health care is by scheduling an annual appointment with your physician. From your physical health to your mental well-being, physicians can guide you on how to best maintain a healthy lifestyle. Here are a few things you should think about […]
Feeling Stressed and Isolated Over COVID-19?
The coronavirus has become a part of our lives. Turn on any news program, browse the internet, read a newspaper or listen to the radio — chances are high the main story of the day is the latest COVID-19 update. We’re bombarded. We hear “flattening the curve” and see maps highlighting the spread of the […]
Kidney Stones are Common and Painful, but Preventable
Urinary tract issues like kidney stones are a growing problem in the United States. It is expected that 1 in 10 adults will have a kidney stone at some point in their lives, according to the National Kidney Foundation. Therefore, it’s important to learn the warning signs for kidney stones and know how to manage […]
Addressing Mental Health
Prioritize Your Psychological Well-being Mental illness, such as depression or anxiety, affects one in five adults in the U.S. every year. While it can be tempting to put your mental health on the backburner, this can often cause symptoms to worsen and/or manifest in other ways. “Your mental health and physical health are intrinsically linked,” […]
Healthy New Year
Schedule your preventive screenings – make 2020 your healthiest year yet! “Health screenings are a way for patients to get a head start on health issues that could become something more serious,” said Teresa Lucas, BSN, RN, population health coach at CHI Saint Joseph Health Partners. “They are a simple but effective way to be […]
Comprehensive Wound Care Can Help Minimize Pain and Improve Recovery
Wounds can hurt in more ways than one, especially when they limit your ability to perform everyday activities. While minor cuts and scrapes can often be treated at home, chronic wounds may require medical attention. It’s important to recognize when a wound warrants a doctor’s visit, as comprehensive wound care can minimize pain and shorten […]
Unexplained Symptoms Could Be Signs of a Thyroid Problem
If you are experiencing unexplained symptoms, including issues with weight gain or loss, anxiety, perspiration, restlessness or fatigue, you may have a problem with a small gland in your neck. Issues with the thyroid gland, one of the nine major endocrine glands in the body, can be the underlying cause of a wide variety of […]
Protect Yourself This Flu Season by Getting Vaccinated
With flu season upon us, it’s important to remember that a flu shot is the best way to prevent the ailment. More than 3 million cases of the flu are treated each year in the United States. Thousands of people die from the flu each year, and many more are hospitalized by this potentially life-threatening […]