Category: Health Center Chatter
by Brittany Bertram, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC When life feels overwhelming, having the right support can make all the difference. That’s where psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners—PMHNPs—come in. These specialized providers care for people facing mental health struggles, substance use issues, and other challenges that impact their psychological well-being. PMHNPs work More…
Tonia McGill, OTR/L, CHT Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder resulting from the degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain. This decline leads to various motor and non-motor symptoms, including tremors, muscle rigidity, bradykinesia (slowness of movement), and impaired balance. Non-motor symptoms can encompass mood disorders, sleep disturbances, More…
Danielle Krohn, DNP, APRN March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about one of the most preventable but deadly cancers. This year’s theme, “You’ve Got Guts, Kick It in the Butt,” serves as a powerful reminder to take charge of your health and prioritize More…
Marlene Pritchard, RN At Boone County Health Center (BCHC), we are dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered care close to home. When you’re not feeling your best, the last thing you want is to spend hours on the road traveling to receive treatment. The good news is, in almost every case, More…
by Valorie Slizoski, CSW: A recent Green Dot training in Nebraska brought together 56 participants from various organizations. Since completing the program, these participants have introduced the Green Dot initiative to hundreds of individuals across the state, significantly expanding its reach and impact. At Boone County Health Center, we are More…
by Jill Nore, Pharmacist: Knowing your medications—names, strengths, and how often you take them—is essential for your healthcare. With various specialists, like surgeons and cardiologists, prescribing different medications, your list can change quickly. Sharing these updates with your primary care provider ensures you receive coordinated, consistent care. Don’t assume that More…
by Connie Stowell, OTR/L, CLT: What are compression garments and why do we need them? Compression garments are tight-fitting clothing made of elastic materials that apply graduated pressure to the body. Their primary function is to support tissues, improve circulation, and prevent or manage conditions like swelling, lymphedema, and varicose More…
HEALTH CENTER CHATTER by Teal Hunt, LIMHP, LPC As we exit September, Suicide Prevention Month, and enter October, Bullying Prevention Month, it’s a poignant reminder that mental health is a crucial theme for this fall. With winter on the horizon, now is an ideal time to address mental health openly More…
HEALTH CENTER CHATTER by Jordan Ochs, MD As an orthopedic surgeon, I talk to patients dealing with shoulder pain and injuries daily, treating a variety of conditions in and around the shoulder joint. Sometimes, this may involve only mild symptoms that we can manage and treat conservatively, but often it More…
Summer brings many opportunities for unhealthy meals and snacks, so take the time to include nutritious snacks instead. Fresh fruits and vegetables are healthy, nutrient-dense choices to refuel and refresh you. Keep safety in mind when enjoying these foods by rinsing fresh produce with clean running water before cutting or More…