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Primary Health Network Receives Recognition Badges Through Health and Services Administration

For the second consecutive year, Primary Health Network (PHN) received several prestigious Community Health Quality Recognition awards from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). For more than 50 years, health centers, like Primary Health Network, have delivered affordable, accessible, cost-effective, and quality primary health care to patients regardless of their ability to pay. They…

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PRIMARY HEALTH NETWORK ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF ANGELA HOGUE, M.D. AS CMO

Primary Health Network (PHN) announces today an executive appointment designed to strengthen the Community Health Center’s mission to improve access to high-quality health care services. Dr. Angela Hogue has been promoted as the organization’s Chief Medical Officer (CMO). Dr. Hogue began the transition to the role of CMO on September 1, 2022, and succeeds Dr….

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Caffeine Intake and Children

There is no amount of caffeine that is safe for anyone under the age of 12. But children are particularly exposed to the effects of caffeine. Due to their lack of maturity and self-control, children and teenagers are more likely to experience side effects because they are less likely to know when they have consumed…

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Back to School Tips for Parents

It’s normal for kids and parents to be anxious about returning to school because it means hundreds of new experiences, such as new friends, teachers, clothes, and classrooms. These ten back-to-school suggestions will assist parents and their children in transitioning from vacation mode to a school mentality: Plan and prepare ahead of time. Make a…

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August is National Wellness Month

Throughout August, National Wellness Month focuses on self-care, stress management, and the promotion of healthy routines. Making healthy habits a part of your daily routine for the entire month will make you feel much better! Self-care has been shown in studies to help with stress management and happiness. Small changes can have a big impact…

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Understanding Integrated Healthcare

Integrated healthcare is a distinct approach to healthcare that is distinguished by close collaboration and communication among multiple doctors and healthcare professionals. In other words, it is a type of healthcare in which all of your doctors collaborate to solve physical, mental, and behavioral health issues. Each doctor and medical professional contributes to your overall…

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Summer Tips: Pool Safety

Although swimming can be a fun and a healthy activity, it also presents some potentially dangerous situations. Follow these tips to stay safe. The Hard Facts about Drowning Drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death among children ages 1-4. The third leading cause of unintentional injury-related death among children aged 19 and under is…

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Tuna Sweetcorn Fritters

For a quick family meal, make these tuna, sweetcorn, and spring onion fritters. They’re versatile, as they can be served for brunch, lunch, or dinner. Ingredients: 1/2 cup of milk 3 eggs, beaten 2/3 cup of self-rising flour 10 oz. bag of frozen sweetcorn, defrosted 1/2 bunch of spring onions, trimmed and thinly sliced 1…

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Tips for Getting Enough Water During the Day

It is important for your health to drink plenty of water every day. Drinking water can help prevent dehydration, which can cause foggy thinking, mood swings, overheating, constipation, and kidney stones. Because water contains no calories, it can also aid in weight management and calorie reduction when substituted for calorie-containing beverages such as sweet tea…

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Summer Tick Safety

Tick exposure can occur year-round, but ticks are most active during the warmer months (April-September). It’s important to know which ticks are most common in your area. Here are some tips to help prevent tick bites. What to know before you go outdoors? Know where to expect ticks. Ticks live in grassy, brushy, or wooded…

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