Important Information Regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19)

In response towards efforts to assessing and monitoring ill patients, particularly those suspected of having COVID19, we will immediately reschedule patient appointments for the rest of the month. Effective immediately, the practice will perform the following: All regular scheduled follow up appointments will be scheduled in the mornings. All wellness exams/physicals scheduled in March 2020
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November is Diabetic Eye Awareness Month

Diabetes is a condition that occurs when blood sugar remains very high for a long period of time.  This elevation can cause many serious complications such as heart disease, kidney failure, nerve damage,  and blindness.  These complications can be life-altering, but the good news is that they are avoidable through a healthy diet, exercise, and
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October is Healthy Lung Month!

The American Lung Association was initially created in the 1940’s to combat Tuberculosis.  Now, the ALA advocates for many lung disorders such as asthma, COPD, emphysema, and Lung Cancer.  They even battle air pollution and fight for freedom from tobacco addiction.  With programs such as, Freedom From Smoking and Better Breathers Club, the ALA is dedicated
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September is National Blood Cancer Awareness Month!

Every 3 minutes, someone in the US is diagnosed with Lymphoma.  Every 9 minutes, someone in the US dies from Lymphoma.  Since 2010, when the United States Congress declared September National Blood Cancer Awareness Month, the Lymphoma Research Foundation has worked to raise awareness about this disease and research a cure.  Visit the Lymphoma Research
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Flu Season is here!

Flu Season is approaching! Come in and get your Flu Shot starting 8/30! Flu Clinics will be held on Friday afternoons in September and we are now offering High Dose flu for our patients 70 and up! Call and speak with our Administrative Assistants to make an appointment. Cross Valley Health & Medicine is a primary
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It’s National Health Center Week!

Believe it or not, community healthcare is a relatively new concept.  It was not until about 50 years ago that community health and civil rights activists got together to reform health care.  Many were in need of health care, but due to poverty or location, we’re unable to receive it.  Several people were determined to
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National Fireworks Safety Month

With 4th of July around the corner, it is important to discuss the dangers of fireworks and remember how to be safe when using them. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), states that injuries from fireworks can range anywhere from serious to deadly.  If you plan on using fireworks this holiday, keep these tips from the
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June is National Safety Month

Injury type and severity varies based on age, however, it is the leading cause of disability for all ages and the leading cause of death for people ages 1-44.  Work safety, medication safety, falls, accidents, and emergencies are just a few of the topics we can raise awareness of.  Be sure to wear appropriate protective
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National Nurse’s Week is May 6-12!

Each year, we celebrate Nurse’s Week in May in honor of Florence Nightengale’s birthday!  She was the founder of modern nursing. The American Nurses Association (ANA)  has designated 2017 as the “Year of the Healthy Nurse.”  Now more than ever, health care is focusing on preventative care and wellness.  This year, we celebrate nurses who
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