February is American Heart Month
About every 25 seconds, an American will have a coronary event. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of disability.…
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women. Getting mammograms regularly can lower the risk of dying from breast cancer. The United States Preventive…
COVID-19 Quarantine and Home Isolation
If you were within six feet of a person while they were infectious with COVID-19 for 15 minutes or more, you should go into quarantine for 14 days, even if…
Who Should Get Tested for COVID-19
Considerations for who should get tested People who have symptoms of COVID-19 People who have had close contact (within 6 feet of an infected person for at least 15 minutes)…
CDC Notifies Department Of Health To Prepare For Coronavirus Vaccine As Soon As November
The Center For Disease Control And Prevention (CDC) has notified public health officials in Arkansas to prepare to distribute a coronavirus vaccine to health care workers and other high risk…
Keeping Cool: Tips for People and Pets
Heat-related deaths and illness are preventable, yet annually many people succumb to extreme heat. Here are some tips for keeping cool during the extreme heat and also tips for keeping…
Social Distancing: Keep Your Distance to Slow the Spread
Due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in Arkansas, we will be sharing articles like this one , published by the CDC, concerning safety precautions we all can take as…
St. Bernards Healthcare Releases COVID-19 Plan
After months preparing for a potential influx of individuals with COVID-19, known as the coronavirus, St. Bernards Healthcare publicly unveiled its emergency-response plan to combat the disease. St. Bernards Medical…
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Preparation
Little Rock, Ark. – The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) is working closely with local, state and federal partners to stay up to date on coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) activity…
February is American Heart Month
About every 25 seconds, an American will have a coronary event. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and is a major cause of disability.…
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an annual international health campaign organized by major breast cancer charities every October to increase awareness of the disease and to raise funds for…
Family medicine services are still available at the Imboden Clinic
Family medicine services are available for residents of Imboden and surrounding communities at the Imboden Clinic. Imboden Clinic provides standard medical services and is equipped to provide lab, x-ray, and…
Seasonal Flu : Key Facts about Influenza
What is influenza (also called flu)? The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. It can cause mild to severe…
Counseling Available In Jonesboro, Arkansas
Price Clinic in Jonesboro, Arkansas offers quality counseling services by Cynthia Price. Visit her website http://www.cynthiapricecounselor.com/ Counseling is a change (growth: healing) process in which people are helped to: *express…
Staying Healthy… Staying Safe
Fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet. Your local markets carry an amazing variety of fresh fruits and vegetables that are both nutritious and delicious. As…
FDA Issues a Warning to Pet Owners: Beware of Jerky Treats
If you have a dog or cat that became ill after eating jerky pet treats, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) would like to hear from you or your veterinarian.…