By Adilene GuzmanCommunity Outreach CoordinatorHAPPI Health There are two types of diabetes, type 1 and type 2. Type 1 diabetes is caused by the pancreas producing little or no insulin, often due to genetics, viruses, or environmental factors due to the cause of type 1 why; it is considered an autoimmune disorder. Type 2 diabetes … Continue reading Diabetes: The Causes and Symptoms
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Being Heart Healthy
By Adilene GuzmanCommunity Outreach CoordinatorHAPPI Health What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about February? My initial thought always goes to Valentine's Day, and all associated with it: love letters, flowers, Valentine's cards, and gifts. For the past couple of weeks now, we have all seen heart-shaped decorations everywhere we … Continue reading Being Heart Healthy
Care and Case Management at HAPPI Health
By Adilene GuzmanCommunity Outreach CoordinatorHAPPI HealthWe always hear about the importance of caring for the mind and body to achieve overall health. Our support system and financial stability also play vital roles in our well-being. Someone who is facing a chronic disease or financial and emotional difficulties can struggle to keep their health in check. … Continue reading Care and Case Management at HAPPI Health
FDA Approval of RSV Vaccine for Babies and Toddlers
By: Adilene GuzmanCommunity Outreach Coordinator HAPPI HealthThe World Health Organization has stated that vaccines have saved more human lives than any other medical invention in history. Over the past century, vaccines have eradicated diseases like malaria, polio, measles, rubella, and yellow fever. There are cases when a disease can resurface; for example, we have seen … Continue reading FDA Approval of RSV Vaccine for Babies and Toddlers
The Importance of the Flu Vaccine
By Adilene Guzman Community Outreach Coordinator for HAPPI HealthFall has arrived, the leaves are changing colors, and the weather is getting cooler. Although there are many things to look forward to this season, it also brings along the flu season. It is the part we do not enjoy about the colder months; influenza spreads like … Continue reading The Importance of the Flu Vaccine
National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
by Adilene GuzmanCommunity Outreach CoordinatorHAPPI HealthIn 2012 President Obama declared September the month for Childhood Awareness. In the United States, cancer is the second leading cause of death in children after car accidents, and each year around 400,000 (about the entire population of Madison County) children and teens develop cancer. There are an estimated 1,200 … Continue reading National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
National Health Center Week
By: Adilene Guzman Community Outreach Coordinator for HAPPI HealthThe second week of August is National Health Center Week. A Health Center is a non-profit organization that stands by the mission to improve the well-being of the community it serves. Health Centers save the healthcare system billions of dollars annually due to the reduced cost of … Continue reading National Health Center Week
A Conversation about Mental Health with Meagan Gusmus
By: Adilene Guzman Community Outreach Coordinator at HAPPI HealthMental Health Awareness Month has passed, but there’s always room to shine a light on this topic and continue being aware. HAPPI Health has invested a lot of time and effort regarding Mental Health. We have our own HAPPI Behavioral Health clinic located at 807 Franklin Street. … Continue reading A Conversation about Mental Health with Meagan Gusmus
How to be Prepared for the Next School Year
By: Adilene GuzmanHAPPI HealthCommunity Outreach CoordinatorAs you enjoy the hot weather with your family, visiting the doctor’s office likely isn’t at the top of your list. However, the summer season is the perfect time to prepare for your child’s upcoming school year.If your child plans to participate in sports, we suggest you call our office … Continue reading How to be Prepared for the Next School Year
Taking Care of Us: A Conversation About HAPPI Health’s New Hispanic Clinic with Claudia Carson
By Adilene GuzmanHAPPI Health Outreach CoordinatorWe are excited to announce that HAPPI Health now has a Hispanic Clinic. Our bilingual family nurse practitioner Claudia Carson runs the weekly clinic Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. All her staff is fluent in Spanish, which helps patients feel a sense of trust and understanding without the fear of their … Continue reading Taking Care of Us: A Conversation About HAPPI Health’s New Hispanic Clinic with Claudia Carson
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