Many people opt to do some deep cleaning as a way to start fresh after the dark, cold months of winter. Your home isn’t the only thing that can benefit from a cleaning though, your health can too! Keep reading for some simple tips that will help you hit the reset button on your health journey as the weather warms up.
Pulmonary Health Anyone that’s ever struggled to catch their breath while battling a nasty cough can tell you it’s no fun. Respiratory illnesses are most commonly caused by adenoviruses. These illnesses can range from the common cold to pneumonia, croup, and bronchitis. People with weakened immune systems are at a higher risk of developing severe …
Keep Your Heart Healthy As February is American Heart Month, we’re sharing information about the symptoms of heart attacks and cardiac arrest as well as steps you can take to prevent heart disease. Heart Attack A heart attack occurs when the blood flow that brings oxygen to the heart muscle is severely reduced or cut …
Dr. Robert A. Launikitis, MD, has joined the FMC Family! We’re excited to announce Dr Robert A. Launikitis, MD, has joined the FMC family! He is an Orthopedic Surgeon, working out of Freestone Medical Center, and is now accepting patients. Dr. Launikitis is a Texas native, and received his medical degree from University of Texas …
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What a year 2022 was with all its activities and accomplishments! It is hard to believe how fast it flew by. First and foremost, our wish for all our Fairfield, Freestone and Leon County patrons is for the most blessed year imaginable. Our joys and successes begin and end with you. Otherwise, there is no …
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HealTHY HABITS FOR THE NEW YEAR AND BEYOND It’s no secret that ‘getting healthy’ tends to sit at the top of most people’s New Year’s resolutions. But why do so many of us struggle following through? The top two reasons the majority of New Year’s resolutions fail are because the resolutions we choose are too …
Managing Stress Around the Holidays While the holiday season can be full of fun and laughter, it can also serve as a source of stress. It’s easy to get caught up in seemingly endless to-do lists and the pressure to make everything ‘perfect’. To keep the stress to a minimum and actually enjoy this holiday …
As we head into October, we wanted to take the time to recognize National Breast Cancer Awareness month. In the 2022 Fall newsletter, we’ve included common myths and FAQs related to breast cancer as well as the importance of early detection. We hope you enjoy reading this issue as much as we enjoy being a …
In the 2022 Summer newsletter, we’ve included helpful information regarding summer safety tips to keep you and your loved ones safe. And, since one of the biggest threats to summer fun is extreme heat, we’ve included information to help you recognize signs of heat illness. We’re also excited to share what we’ve been working on …
FIREWORK SAFETY Firework displays are best left to the professionals. If you do opt to set off fireworks on your own, be sure to follow the following safety tips: Never allow young children to handle fireworks Older children should use them only under close adult supervision Never use fireworks while impaired by drugs or alcohol …
