Why Back-To-School Medical Check-Ups Are Important

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It seems impossible, but a new school year is quickly approaching. While school supply shopping and new tennis shoes may be on your list before September, consider adding an annual visit to your back-to-school to-do list.

Building Your Healthcare Team

Family medicine providers are the go-to resource for all things health. That’s why it’s crucial to have a provider that patients can turn to and feel familiarity and comfort when dealing with uncomfortable topics.

The Power of Carrying Narcan

Understanding the signs of an overdose and knowing how to administer Narcan can make a significant difference in preventing fatal outcomes.

Back to School To-Do List

Back-to-school season means parents have a lot on their minds before September. Did your kids outgrow their tennis shoes, or can they make them work until Christmas time? How many boxes of tissues do you need to buy for your second grader’s class? Did you return that authorization form to allow your child to play sports? There’s a lot to remember to help your kids have a happy and healthy school year.

Vaccine Milestones

Since different stages of life come with different risks and vulnerabilities, it’s important to understand the significance of immunizations at various ages.

Setting Kids up to Succeed

Sports and physical activities are more than just fun and games for school-aged children. Engaging in structured physical activity can have profound effects on a child’s physical health, mental well-being, social skills, and academic performance.

Seeing Clearly Inside the Classroom

Selecting and fitting glasses for kids can be a fun but potentially stressful experience. Purchasing glasses from the optical at The Eye Center at Southwest Health Center offers benefits that are especially important for a child’s visual experience

Building Your First Aid Kit

A comprehensive first aid kit is an essential tool for handling minor injuries and emergencies that can occur during the school year from injuries during practice, playing on the playground, and all the other accidents waiting to happen.

The Journey to Running Again!

The warm weather is on its way, and you might be getting the itch to start running again! The following walks you through everything you need to know to start your running journey with confidence and success!

Understanding Migraines

How do you know if your pain is a headache or a migraine attack? Differentiating migraine pain from other types of headaches is important for the most effective pain relief techniques.