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Read MoreOn February 25, 2020 the Centers for Disease Prevention (CDC) issued an alert in regard to the Coronavirus also known as COVID-19. The spread of COVID-19 is thought to occur mostly from person-to pers...
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Read MorePublished Date: 10 – 11 – 2019
As the weather becomes cooler and the leaves start to change, many of us in healthcare start thinking about the flu. Influenza, or “the flu” is a respiratory illness caused by a virus that brings on a fever, dry cough, sore throat, muscle aches, tiredness, and headache. Read more.
Published Date: 10 – 01 – 2019
National PA Week recognizes the PA profession and its contributions to the nation’s health. Physician assistants work in collaboration with licensed physicians to provide medical care to patients. Read More.
Published Date: 09 – 03 – 2019
The ACPA has information, resources, videos and tools to help you better understand and communicate with your healthcare team. Read More.
Published Date: 08 – 01 – 2019
Contact lens health week is celebrated in August. Here are tips to lower your chances of having any eye issues, including developing serious infections. Read More.
Published Date: 07 – 03 – 2019
Millions of Americans are living with viral hepatitis. Most don’t know it. The CDC has information about the ABCs of hepatitis. Read More.
Published Date: 06 – 01 – 2019
Be safe in the sun this summer. Learn about the damaging effects that too much UV radiation exposure can have on your skin. Plus finds tips to help you protect yourself from getting too much sun. Read More.
Published Date: 05 – 01 – 2019
Nurses play such an important role in healthcare. As healthcare continues to evolve, the authors of one NIH study note that “…because of their role, their education, and the respect they have earned, <nurses> are well positioned to contribute to and lead.” Read More.
Published Date: 04 – 02 – 2019
High blood pressure, depression, drinking too much, overeating…uncontrolled stress can lead to a variety of ailments and unhealthy coping mechanisms. There are stress management tactics that can help. Learn More.
Published Date: 03 – 01 – 2019
Good nutrition is so important. As we celebrate National Nutrition Month, here’s a great website with information about how to eat well without breaking your budget. Read More.
Published Date: 02 – 05 – 2019
Healthy eating is so important to keep your heart healthy. Here are some important tips as we celebrate Heart Health Month. Read More.
