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You Can Impact Your Heart Health

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Lisa Michaels-Bilgrien, RCEP Lisa Michaels-Bilgrien, RCEP September 28, 2023 0 Comments General Health

With the expansion of Cardiology services at Fort HealthCare, we are determined to improve the heart health of our communities. A healthy heart is central to overall good health and by embracing a healthy lifestyle you can prevent heart disease and lower your risk for a heart attack or stroke. You are never too old […]

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Preventing Falls

Bringa Johnson Bringa Johnson September 21, 2023 0 Comments General Health

About one in four adults over the age of 65 fall each year, resulting in about 3 million visits to the Emergency Department. Recovering from a fall can be challenging and often the fear of falling increases. While falling is commonly thought to be a normal part of aging, it is not! Due to this […]

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Goal Setting for Diabetes

Goal Setting for Diabetes
Alyssa Turcotte, BSN, RN Alyssa Turcotte, BSN, RN September 14, 2023 0 Comments General Health

Over the last few months, we have discussed a lot of different lifestyle and behavior changes related to diabetes. Now we want to talk about implementing these changes. Every person with diabetes is different and how they manage their diabetes may be different. Making goals in managing diabetes is personal and may be different for […]

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The Importance of Primary Care

BethAnn Nowak, MSN, AGPCNP-BC, APNP BethAnn Nowak, MSN, AGPCNP-BC, APNP September 7, 2023 0 Comments Family Medicine

Why primary care? Primary care can often be overlooked—after all, why visit a provider if you’re not sick? The answer is for many reasons. Regular visits help your primary care provider (PCP) stay abreast of any health changes you might be experiencing, monitor your baseline health, and make certain your vaccines and medications are up […]

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7 Tips for a Successful Start to the School Year from Your School Nurse

7 Tips for a Successful Start to the School Year from Your School Nurse
Allison Mertens, BSN, RN Allison Mertens, BSN, RN August 31, 2023 0 Comments General Health

Welcome back to the 2023-2024 school year! We missed you! As we dive into the year, we wanted to share a few tips for having a successful, healthy transition. Students must be healthy to be educated and educated to be healthy! 1. Create a routine! Family routines help life run smoothly and help children feel […]

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Embrace the Chill: The Benefits of Walking and Running in Fall

Embrace the Chill: The Benefits of Walking and Running in Fall
Molly Prater Molly Prater August 24, 2023 0 Comments General Health

As the leaves change color and a crisp chill fills the air, many of us find ourselves retreating indoors, opting for cozy blankets and warm beverages over outdoor activities. However, the fall season offers a unique and invigorating opportunity to continue your fitness routine and engage in outdoor activities like walking and running. Not only […]

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Diabetes and Problem Solving

Diabetes and Problem Solving
Alyssa Turcotte, BSN, RN Alyssa Turcotte, BSN, RN August 17, 2023 0 Comments General Health

Back in December we talked about blood sugar monitoring for people with diabetes, this month we want to talk about how you can use blood sugar numbers to better manage your diabetes. Any time a person checks their blood sugar it provides information. Depending on what time of day the person checks their blood sugar […]

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Over-The-Counter Hearing Devices: Frequently Asked Questions

Over-The-Counter Hearing Devices: Frequently Asked Questions
Kimberly Knudsen, CCC-A, Au.D. Kimberly Knudsen, CCC-A, Au.D. August 10, 2023 0 Comments General Health

Curious about over-the-counter (OTC) hearing devices? Here are answers to some common questions we get about them at our practice. Do I need a prescription for OTC devices? No, you can buy them without a prescription or a hearing exam. Are OTC devices for everybody? OTC devices are only for adults 18 and older with […]

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Being Baby-Friendly

Being Baby-Friendly
Diane Markham, RN OB Diane Markham, RN OB July 31, 2023 0 Comments General Health

Fort HealthCare is one of over 20,000 Baby-Friendly® designated facilities designated by the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI). The World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) founded the BFHI to give birthing mothers the skills and support they need to breastfeed their babies.  Only birthing centers that adhere to evidence-based standards of […]

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Diabetes and Preventative Screenings

Alyssa Turcotte, BSN, RN Alyssa Turcotte, BSN, RN July 27, 2023 0 Comments General Health

There are a lot of things that a person with diabetes must do to take care of themselves. Previously we have talked about the importance of healthy eating, exercise, and monitoring your blood sugar. Today’s post will talk about the preventative screenings a person with diabetes should complete. Eye Exam Since diabetes can affect the […]

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