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Covid-19 Vaccine Clinic
March 22, 2021
Date: March 25th Time: 10am Location: Old Andalusia Middle School (121 CC Baker Ave | Andalusia AL) Please bring a copy of your ID, insurance card and registration form. Download Registration Form
read moreHow an Annual Mammogram Could Save Your Life
September 29, 2020
By: Megan Dickey, Nurse Midwife Our daily schedules can be tough to juggle. Especially when there is that “one more thing” to try and fit in. Especially now, when we have a new set of COVID-19-related challenges to navigate, like video work calls, shifting school schedules and more. But if you’re...
read moreDon’t Take a Chance With Your Health – Get Vaccinated for Flu Season
September 29, 2020
By: Brooke Greathouse, MSN Andalusia Health Employee Health & Education Coordinator It is hard to believe that in the coming weeks, the temperature will begin its downward trend, and the fall season will already be upon us. This also means that flu season is just around the corner – a period which usually peaks between...
read moreGive Yourself the Gift of Good Health
September 24, 2020
By: Dr. Tim Day As we enter the final months of what has certainly been an unprecedented year, health and well-being has perhaps never been more at the forefront of our thoughts. The ongoing pandemic has shown us that it continues to be imperative for us to make our physical health...
read moreTaking Charge Of Your Health: How Your Primary Care Provider Can Help You Stay Ahead of the Curve
August 19, 2020
By: Jill Elmore, CRNP Since the onset of COVID-19, many of us have probably focused more intently on our health than ever before – paying close attention to how we are feeling, staying alert to any signs that we might not be well and doing what we can to stay healthy....
read moreSummer Safety
June 26, 2020
With summer officially here, chances are you’re hoping to take advantage of the season’s many opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature. And while it’s important to remember that COVID-19 is still here and we should be doing everything we can to stop the spread of this virus, taking a...
read moreFive Surprising Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
February 24, 2020
You probably know that healthy eating and regular physical activity are critically important to maintaining good heart health. But there are a number of other things you can do to give your heart an extra boost that might surprise you. Laugh. Research has pointed to laughter having several benefits for your...
read moreDid You Brush? The Surprising Link Between Dental Health and Your Heart
February 24, 2020
How well do you take care of your teeth and gums? Some research has shown a link between poor oral health and poor heart health. Studies have shown a link between gum disease and increased heart disease risk and that poor oral health can increase the risk of bacterial infection...
read moreHeart Disease: An Unwanted Heirloom
February 24, 2020
You’ve got your father’s eyes, your grandmother’s laugh, but what about your uncle’s heart disease? While many inherited traits are good, others – like heart disease – aren’t. It’s important to know how your family’s history with heart disease can affect your own heart health. If you don’t know your family’s...
read moreMinutes Matter: Knowing the Signs Can Save a Life
February 24, 2020
When a heart attack strikes, minutes matter. Those first few minutes following a heart attack are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient. According to the National Institutes of Health, about half of those who die from heart attacks will die within an hour of their...
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