PHN News
ER vs Urgent Care
ER vs. Urgent Care: Know the Difference! Health is more important than ever. Which is why it is extremely important to know the difference between ERs (emergency rooms) and urgent care facilities. Knowing this will not only save you time but also money since, on average, emergency rooms cost more for the same treatment you…
Grilled Steak Salad
This salad’s star ingredient, ribeye steak, makes it easy enough to prepare on a weeknight yet delicious enough to plan a gathering around. Ingredients: DRESSING: 4 cloves garlic, peeled, smashed 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil 1/3 c. balsamic vinegar 1/2 tsp. granulated sugar 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper SALAD: 1…
Avocado Buffalo Chickpea Salad Wraps
Wraps of flavorful buffalo chickpea salad loaded with fresh spinach, avocado, and crunchy vegetables. With a full can of chickpeas and a serving of yogurt, these simple buffalo chickpea wraps are loaded with protein and make the ideal lunch for the office. Ingredients: For the salad: 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained 1…
Getting Back into Exercise
Exercise is a crucial part of a healthy lifestyle, but sometimes life can get in the way, and before you know it, it’s been weeks, months, or even years since you last worked out. Maybe you were injured, had a busy schedule, or simply lost motivation. Whatever the reason, getting back into exercise can be…
Healthy Eating Tips for 2023
Healthy eating can have several positive effects on your health, including lowering your chance of developing certain chronic diseases and maintaining good physical health. Making significant dietary changes may occasionally seem overwhelming. Starting with a few little adjustments could be preferable to making major ones. Also, starting with one thing rather than all at once…
Bad Fats Vs Good Fats
Dietary fats generally receive a bad rap when it comes to eating a healthy diet. Some of this is justified because cholesterol, a fat-like substance that resembles fat, and specific forms of fat may contribute to diseases like obesity, diabetes, cancer, and cardiovascular disease. However, not all fats are created equal. Some are healthier for…
Winter Health Tips for the New Year
Are you looking forward to the holiday season? Sadly, falling sick could spoil your holiday spirit. As the cooler temperatures and wintry conditions set in, you’re more prone to get sick. Make every effort not to catch a cold or the dreaded flu if you want to maintain your positive Christmas spirit. Take a look…
Primary Health Network Receives Recognition Badges Through Health and Services Administration
For the second consecutive year, Primary Health Network (PHN) received several prestigious Community Health Quality Recognition awards from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). For more than 50 years, health centers, like Primary Health Network, have delivered affordable, accessible, cost-effective, and quality primary health care to patients regardless of their ability to pay. They…
Caffeine Intake and Children
There is no amount of caffeine that is safe for anyone under the age of 12. But children are particularly exposed to the effects of caffeine. Due to their lack of maturity and self-control, children and teenagers are more likely to experience side effects because they are less likely to know when they have consumed…
Boosting your Child’s Immune System
As parents, our top priority is to keep our children safe from bumps, scrapes, and any illnesses or infections that can be avoided. Although scrapes and bruises are inevitable, it is critical for parents to instill positive habits in their children at a young age in order to aid in the immune system’s development. There…