At the dawn of a new year, it’s not uncommon for people to take inventory of their personal health and strive to make positive changes. Being more conscientious of the foods they put into their bodies is a start, but some individuals may wonder if supplementation can help them go one step further.
Sara Hoffman, left, gets her blood drawn by Loni Calico, one of the nurses at the Blakeburn Clinic. CDN
Preventive care is a key component of an effective health care regimen. Preventive care is not a one-sizefits-all approach, as various factors will influence what an individual should be doing at any given moment to ensure his or her overall health.
Shirley Boatwright checks Sherri Krieger’s blood pressure at Alliance Home Health. CDN
Rubi Flores, left, and Cassie Lee look over the different eyewear options available at Clinton Vision Source. CDN
Medical emergencies pose a significant threat to human health. According to the National Center for Health Statistics, unintentional injuries accounted for more than 192,000 deaths in 2020. That marks a significant increase since 2015, when NCHS data indicates roughly 146,000 people died from unintentional injuries.
The human body is a complex marvel. Various systems within the body work together to make life as humans know it possible, and though these systems are resilient, they’re not invulnerable to injury.
Western Drug pharmacy technician Kendra Rios gives a prescription through the drive-thru at the pharmacy. CDN
Shepherd Home Health and Hospice employee Darlene Cardwell finishes work for the day. CDN
A stroke is a medical event that occurs when the blood supply to part of the brain is interrupted or reduced. When this occurs, brain tissue is deprived of oxygen and nutrients. Since brain cells can begin to die in minutes, damage from stroke can occur almost immediately.