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Men’s Health Awareness Month | No Shave November
November is Men’s Health Awareness Month, with International Men’s Day on November 19th. This month, we’re focusing on raising awareness about prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health, and suicide prevention. Our Community Health Nurse, Thomas Hall, BSN, RN, shares some essential insights in his latest blog post: The goal of Men’s Health Awareness Month is…
Primary Health Network Launches CRNP Residency Program to Address Healthcare Provider Shortage
In response to the urgent need for skilled healthcare providers and the ongoing challenges in healthcare recruitment and retention, Primary Health Network (PHN) has announced the launch of its Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) Residency Program. This innovative initiative aims to tackle the critical shortage of primary care providers while enhancing health outcomes in underserved…
Benefits of Chiropractic Care
Most don’t recognize that chiropractic care doesn’t just have to do with your spine; it also involves your nervous system. Chiropractic care is an important aspect of your musculoskeletal health, which can most likely affect your day-to-day functioning and quality of life. Although most tend to see a chiropractor for back and hip issues, there…
Our New Grant from the Highmark Foundation
We are thrilled to announce that we have been awarded a substantial grant from the Highmark Foundation. This grant is a significant milestone for us, as it will greatly enhance our outreach and education efforts in health information technology (IT). The grant supports a new initiative to increase patient competency in connectivity, devices, and digital…
National Recovery Month | A Journey to Recovery
Addiction impacts not only individuals but also their families and communities. Though recovery from substance use disorder has long been shrouded in stigma and secrecy, progress is being made. Since 1989, National Recovery Month has celebrated the strength of those in recovery and the importance of providing support. While recovery is challenging, it becomes achievable…
The Importance of Yearly Physicals for Kids
As parents, we all want our children to grow up healthy, happy, and strong. While it’s easy to focus on the visible aspects of their well-being—like what they eat or how often they exercise—there’s another critical piece to keeping kids healthy that can sometimes be overlooked: their yearly physical exam. A yearly physical is an…
Celebrating Community Health During NHCW
We’re celebrating community health as the National Association of Community Health Centers (NACHC) hosts National Health Center Week (NHCW). This year, Primary Health Network (PHN) embraced the theme “Powering Communities Through Caring Connections,” demonstrating our unwavering commitment to enhancing community well-being. Here’s a recap of the vibrant activities and significant moments that made this year’s…
Cholesterol Awareness
Changing what you eat can help you on your journey of Cholesterol Awareness. The best way to achieve a low-cholesterol diet is to add foods that lower LDL, the harmful cholesterol-carrying particle. When it comes to investing money, experts recommend adding several foods that lower cholesterol in different ways should work better than focusing on…
Inspiring Workplaces | 2024 Global Winner!
PHN has been honored as one of the 2024 Global Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces. This prestigious accolade is a testament to our dedication to fostering a People First environment, and it proudly places us among the top organizations worldwide. Recognition by The Inspiring Workplaces Group On September 3, 2024, The Inspiring Workplaces Group (IWG) announced…
Stranger Danger: Teaching Kids the Importance of Safety
In a world where our children are constantly interacting with new people—at school, in the neighborhood, and online—it’s crucial that we equip them with the knowledge to stay safe. One key concept that every child should learn is “stranger danger.” This isn’t about instilling fear, but rather about teaching awareness and precaution. Understanding the importance…