Preventive health screenings have been found to significantly increase life expectancy, particularly among 30 to 49-year-olds, and just a handful of routine screenings can keep you on the path toward better health. Biometric Screenings Biometric screenings are used by primary care doctors as a quick check of weight, cholesterol, glucose and blood pressure, and are recommended…
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Did you know more than four and a half million Americans need a blood transfusion each year? Every two seconds, someone in the United States is in need of blood, and donations from generous individuals help us meet this critical need (National Department of Health & Human Services, 2019). In observance of National Blood Donor…
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Did you know that falls are the second leading cause of injuries just behind motor vehicle/motorcycle accidents? With the onset of the holiday and winter seasons, comes bad weather and other factors that can increase the likelihood of falls. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one out of five falls causes a…
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As we approach the end of 2019 and the start of the new year, most people start thinking about making resolutions. Maybe we shouldn’t start until the new year to make those resolutions though. As the holidays are ramping up and we are spending time with family and friends, this can also be a time…
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What are some tips or coping strategies to find some relief during this stressful season? Try not to put too much pressure on yourself to have the perfect holiday. If finances are a barrier, you can express that you care with a gift that is meaningful and personal. It doesn’t have to cost a lot. A…
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