December has a week recognized as National Influenza Vaccine week. The month of December is important to receive your flu vaccination. The flu vaccine can decrease the risk of getting the flu and spreading it to others, like the young, older people, and people with chronic health issues. Also, receiving the flu vaccination is to protect against severe illness, hospitalization, and death. Please consult your primary care provider and get your flu vaccination this month

December is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). This month is to bring awareness to a type of depression that appears in late fall and winter. This seasonal depression improves in the spring and summer. Symptoms are similar to depression like:*Mood changes*Low energy*Sleeping issues*Feeling hopeless (just to name a few). Some treatments include light therapy, vitamin D supplements, antidepressants, and psychotherapy. Please consult your primary care provider if you are experie

November is National Diabetes Month. This month brings awareness about diabetes and is working towards a cure. Almost one in two Americans has diabetes or prediabetes.  Common signs & symptoms include but are not limited to:   Increase thirst, Fatigue, Frequent urination, Blurred vision   *Unexplained weight loss Increased hunger (just to list a few)   If you're experiencing any of these signs & symptoms, please consult your primary care provider.   Thank you!

November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. Alzheimer's disease is a progressive, deadly brain disease for which there is no cure. Symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease include but are not limited to:*Repeating question*Poor judgment that can lead to bad decisions*Difficulty with language*Memory loss*Wandering and getting lost (just to name a few)If you or a loved one is having issues with these symptoms to make an appointment and consult with your provider.