Vaccinating Children is Vital to Public, Individual Health
By age 2, vaccines can protect infants and toddlers from 14 diseases including whooping cough, measles and chicken pox. This column, by our immunization specialist, lets parents know about the vaccines their children need to protect themselves and others.
Making Healthy Choices Easy Choices
Nearly half of Americans suffer from preventable chronic diseases. Public Health agencies are working toward creating healthier communities, which involves a combination of personal responsibility, government policies, and investments in community amenities and infrastructure that support wellness.
Public Awareness Improves Food Safety
Before going out to eat, you can check on our website to find out how local restaurants performed during health inspections. Click on the “inspections and permits” tab on our home page.
Health risks of e-cigarettes remain unknown
While the percentage of high school students using tobacco is at an all-time low, electronic cigarette use is skyrocketing. Our health prevention specialist advises parents to talk to their teens about nicotine addiction.
How primary care doctors can improve health
Research shows a correlation between having a primary care doctor and living a longer, better life. One of our family physicians at RiverStone Health Clinic explains a possible connection.
Avoid chronic stress problems by finding the right balance
Research shows mindful meditation can relieve stress. The acronym RAIN covers the basic principles, which are outlined in this Billings Gazette column. Regularly practicing mindfulness can improve health.
Take ‘division of responsibility’ approach to feeding toddler
Parents can avoid food battles by using a new approach to turning toddlers into healthy eaters. Our coordinator for WIC, the Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, outlines a method that divides responsibility between the parents and toddlers.
Avoiding Heart Disease
The more women know about heart disease, the better chance they have of preventing it. One of our Montana Family Medicine Residency resident physicians offers tips on lifestyle changes.
HELP for Health Coverage
The Montana HELP Plan bridges the income gap for low-income people who cannot afford to buy insurance on the Health Insurance Marketplace.
Treating Seasonal Depression
One of our licensed clinical social workers points out symptoms and treatment options for Seasonal Affective Disorder, a depression that hits people in winter.
