For many of us growing up, being teased in school was considered by the adults in our lives a “rite of passage” that would ultimately make us “tougher” and more prepared for life. Children were expected to deal with bullying on their own, to either stand up for themselves or to ignore those who taunted them. However, in recent years, studies on the effects of … Continue reading Stop Bullying in Its Tracks
During a time in which many small, rural hospitals are being forced to close their doors, Cook Medical Center saw an opportunity to evolve. Recognizing the need for continually quality, accessible healthcare while still remaining economically viable, Convenient Care at Cook Family Wellness Center opened on March 1 of this year. Seeking to continue its dedicated service to Adel and the surrounding areas, this convenient … Continue reading Cook Family Wellness Center Extends Hours and Offers Convenience
With a history dating back to the primitive sharing of medical information in the 1950s, telemedicine has become a major component in modern medicine, aiding medical staff in the effective diagnosis and treatment of patients using advanced telecommunications technology. Gone are the days when the only option for medical care outside of normal business hours was the emergency room. With the advancement of communications technology, … Continue reading Telemedicine: Medicine Gone Modern
As we head into the delightful days of sunshine and summertime, there’s no better time to bring awareness to proper skin protection – May is Melanoma/Skin Cancer Awareness Month. While learning about the negative side effects of basking in the sun may not be the cheeriest discussion to kick of your summer fun, it is the most important. Awareness: Skin cancer is the most common … Continue reading Save Yourself From Skin Cancer
Various changes in the insurance industry, the consistent climb in health care costs, and limited viable coverage options drove medical practitioners to think outside the box to make their services available to patients. Direct Primary Care is the new, patient focused take on healthcare, and it’s creating an apparent shift in the way many Americans achieve and maintain wellness. The American Academy of Family Physicians … Continue reading Direct Primary Care: Changing America’s Healthcare Climate
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