Respiratory syncytial virus , a common illness that can affect people of all ages, can be more serious for older adults, pregnant individuals and babies. Dr. Courtney Honken of RiverStone Health encourages anyone who may be
Did you know vapes are an aerosol containing many cancer causing chemicals including formaldehyde? Hillary Schafer, a prevention health specialist at RiverStone Health, educates parents and teens in this column. For more information about tobacco prevention,
In this Billings Gazette column, Stacie Pannell, RiverStone Health nurse manager, encourages all people who are now or have ever been sexually active to prioritize their well-being by seeking testing that includes screening for syphilis. That
Untreated cavities can cause pain and infections that may lead to problems with learning, eating and speaking. RiverStone Health Dental Clinic encourages parents to help their children have good oral health habits and keep up with
Radon, a gas that occurs naturally in the soil in some places in every state, is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the USA. Radon can seep into homes and other buildings through the
Reduce your risk of being sickened by seasonal viruses by boosting your emotional and physical well-being. In this Billings Gazette column, Dr. Jacalynn Kim, a family physician at RiverStone Health Clinic, offers tips for staying well
Changing your mindset about nutrition can be a powerful tool in achieving your New Year’s resolution. Think about food as fuel, make small changes and learn from failures, says Callie Miller, a registered dietitian with RiverStone
Every pregnancy is different. That is why having proper ongoing counseling and medical management is essential for protecting your health and your baby’s health, says Dr. Matt Lopiano, RiverStone Health family physician. Read more of his
Alcoholic drinks have a wide range of alcohol content, so stay informed about the types of alcohol you’re consuming and how much, says Jenna Solomon, RiverStone Health prevention specialist. As she explains in a Billings Gazette
Half of the students at Orchard Elementary School are already enrolled in RiverStone Health’s school-based clinic. As the only school-based clinic in Yellowstone County it offers well-child care, urgent care, management of chronic illnesses and behavioral
A $1 million lead donation by Billings philanthropists Bill and Merilyn Ballard brings RiverStone Health a major step closer in its capital campaign to break ground on a new primary care clinic this spring. The donation
RiverStone Health rolled out an $11 million capital campaign to build a new primary care clinic by announcing a $1 million federal grant from U.S. Department of Health and Human Service’s Health Resources and Services Administration.
By Bob Marsalli, John Felton, David Mark.
Community Health Centers see every person who walks through the door, regardless of their ability to pay or their insurance status. Montana’s 17 Community Health Centers serve more
In 30 years, RiverStone Health Clinic has provided more than $40 million in charity care and 13 percent of all residents in Yellowstone County now depend on the clinic for access to healthcare. Most of the
RiverStone Health, Yellowstone County’s public health agency, has earned national accreditation, a status held by fewer than 50 public health departments in the nation. It is the first health agency in Eastern Montana and the second
RiverStone Health clinics in Billings, Bridger, Joliet and Worden have each received a national seal of quality, recognition for transforming the way they deliver care. The clinics are the first in the region to be recognized
