Health Centers Save Lives & Serve Communities
Health centers, like RiverStone Health Clinic, are on the front lines dealing with complex health conditions like the opioid crisis and obesity in low-income neighborhoods. By managing chronic conditions in a way that improves health and reduces unnecessary hospital visits, health center across the country save the nation’s health care system an estimated 24 billion dollars a year.
Breastfeeding creates foundation for good health
Amy Queen, board certified lactation consultant, shares tips on supporting breastfeeding mothers and extends an invite to the documentary MILK at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, August 6 in the Art House Cinema & Pub.
Healthy Snack Ideas
These helpful tips can help you eat right even if your schedule is full.
Vaccines for Teens
Karmen Hammermeister, a registered nurse and immunization specialist at RiverStone Health discusses some of the back-to-school vaccines for pre-teens and teenagers.
Summer Sun Safety
Dr. Justin Watkins with the Montana Family Medicine Residency offers some tips on taking precautions to protect yourself from over-exposure to the sun.
Keys to Keeping Food Safe
One of our Registered Sanitarians with Environmental Health Services describes the four core elements to reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses. The key practices can be summed up by these words: clean, separate, cook, and chill.
Gardeners’ Market Offers Healthy Foods
Shoppers can buy produce directly from backyard growers and farmers at the Healthy By Design Gardeners’ Market at South Park. The Market runs from 4:30-6:30pm on Thursdays during the season. Free, family-friendly activities include music, games that encourage exercise, gardening activities, and visits from the Pedal Powered Library bicycle.
Slowing the Rate Of Sexually Transmitted Diseases
As one of the doctors on the faculty of the Montana Family Medicine Residency at RiverStone Health points out, there are actions we can take to cut the spread of sexually transmitted diseases.
Showcasing Our Work
The RiverStone Health Showcase highlights nearly 20 projects staff have undertaken this year in the areas of Health, Education, Leadership & Protection.
Safe Cleanup After Flooding
Marilyn Tapia, our Director of Health Protection, offers these tips for safe cleanup of homes after recent flooding in the region.
