Healthier Sumner Blog
Understanding and Preventing Diabetes
November 30, 2023
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month. Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) health condition that causes blood sugar levels to rise far above what’s healthy. This disease affects millions of Americans, but with medical testing and healthy lifestyle choices, it’s preventable.
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Understanding Prostate Cancer
September 29, 2023
Prostate cancer is a condition often heard about, but perhaps seldom fully understood. In recognition of National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, we asked Marcus Thompson, FNP-C, a family nurse practitioner at Fairvue Family Wellness, to answer some of the most frequently asked questions concerning this common form of cancer.
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UV Safety Awareness this Summer
August 21, 2023
During the hot summer months, a lot of emphasis is placed on protecting your skin and eyes from harsh ultra violet rays from the sun. Watch this video to learn 5 simple ways you can protect your skin and eyes from the sun.
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Good Health Starts Today – 4 Tips for Men’s Health Month
June 28, 2023
As Men's Health Month comes to an end, check out these 4 healthy tips from two of our providers, Dr. Justin Reno and Drew Schefano, PA-C.
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BE FAST: How to Recognize a Stroke and Take Action
May 5, 2023
May is recognized as National Stroke Awareness Month. It’s the perfect time to learn about stroke, the signs and symptoms to look out for, and what you can start doing now to prevent a stroke in the future.
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Spring Allergy Season Has Arrived in Sumner County
April 6, 2023
Many of our fellow county residents are appreciating nasal congestion, runny noses, sneezing, and post-nasal drainage known as allergic rhinitis (or “hayfever”) this time of the year. Here are some ways you can cope with and control your allergies.
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National Nutrition Month: Five Tips to Help You Fuel for the Future
March 22, 2023
March is National Nutrition Month®, an annual campaign driven by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics that focuses on the importance of making informed food choices, developing sound eating habits and maintaining regular physical activity. Taking small steps toward changing your eating habits can add up to big strides that...
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National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Is It Your Time for a Colonoscopy?
March 2, 2023
The 80s and 90s were a legendary time for cinema, with the release of some of the most well-known movies to date, including Thelma & Louise, Forrest Gump, Clueless, Space Jam, Titanic and the list goes on. But if these renowned pieces of pop culture were introduced to the big...
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National Heart Month: Four Easy Ways to Show Your Heart Some Love
February 1, 2023
It’s American Heart Month, a designated time to advocate for cardiovascular health and raise awareness about heart disease. Your heart is one of the hardest working muscles in your body and it beats around the clock, only getting a break when you relax or sleep. With so much riding on...
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New Year, New You: Four Tips for a Healthy Start to 2023
January 2, 2023
If you have intentions of leading a healthier life this year, check out these tips to help you make simple changes and stay healthy for the long run.
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