PHN News - Prevention
Celebrating Children’s Dental Hygiene Month: Tips for Healthy Smiles!
February is a special month for kids and their teeth—it’s Children’s Dental Hygiene Month! This month is all about raising awareness and encouraging healthy habits to keep those little smiles shining bright. Good dental hygiene habits start early and are important for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Here are some fun and easy…
Investing in Our Future: Why Children’s Mental Health Matters
This month we want to focus on Children’s Mental Health, we want to dedicate this blog to raise awareness about the importance of mental well-being in our youngest population. At Primary Health Network, we believe that mental health is just as crucial as physical health, and we’re committed to providing comprehensive, accessible care for children…
Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, many people experience changes in their mood and energy levels. For some, these changes are mild, but for others, they can develop into a more serious condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Understanding the symptoms, causes, and treatment options can help individuals manage SAD and improve…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Facing Back-to-School Anxiety: Tips for Students and Parents
As summer draws to a close, the anticipation of a new school year brings a mix of excitement and nervousness. For many students, the thought of heading back to school can be overwhelming, leading to anxiety that can affect their well-being. Whether it’s the uncertainty of a new environment, the pressure to perform academically, or…
Let’s Chat About Medication Adherence
One of the most critical issues in the medical treatment of chronic illnesses is patient adherence to medications. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines adherence as “the extent to which a person’s behavior—taking medication, following a diet, and/or executing lifestyle changes—corresponds with agreed-upon recommendations from a health care provider.” What is non-adherence? If a patient…