Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month
June is Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness month, and it is time to raise awareness about the impact Alzheimer's disease has on millions of lives each year.
Did you know Alzheimer’s disease is the 6th leading cause of death in the U.S.? It affects more than 6 million Americans, and that number is expected to increase as the population ages.
At MedNOW, we are committed to helping you understand, prevent, and manage these conditions to help you achieve the best quality of life possible.
If you think you or a loved one may be showing some early indications of Alzheimer's, there are a few signs you can look for:
• Memory Loss
• Confusion
• Difficulty completing Familiar Tasks
At MedNOW, we can offer you cognitive assessments, support, resources, and memory screenings to help detect and manage Alzheimer's.
This month, let’s take the opportunity to learn more about brain health, raise awareness, and ensure that we are taking proactive steps for our cognitive wellbeing.
If you would like to schedule an appointment to look at your mental and cognitive abilities, please call your MedNOW Clinic, or you can schedule your appointment online through our website.
The CDC
provides excellent information on Alzheimer's and other brain diseases and health methods.
If you need assistance scheduling your appointment, call your MedNOW clinic. Our staff members are always willing to help!
December is Flu Vaccination Awareness Month. Did you know that approximately 500,000 people are hospitalised due to flu-related complications in the U.S. every year? Influenza is a common respiratory disease that spreads easily. While most people are only sick for a few days before they get better, some people can get very sick and stay sick for a long time, even people who are in perfect health. The best way to fight against this disease is to receive your annual flu shot. Flu shots are safe, quick, easy, and an important step in keeping yourself healthy during the flu season. If you have yet to schedule an appointment to receive your flu shot, we highly encourage you to do so at your earliest convenience. To book your flu shot appointment, please call your MedNOW Clinic, or you can schedule your appointment online through our website! If you have any more questions regarding the flu shot, the CDC provides excellent information. If you need assistance scheduling your appointment, call your MedNOW clinic. Our staff members are always willing to help! Thank you for taking care of your health!
As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we want to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding our clinic hours. Aurora Clinic Holiday Hours • November 27: Closed • November 28 & 29: Open 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM • November 30: Open 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM All Other MedNOW locations, including Cheyenne Mountain Gynecology and Med Spa, will be closed during that time. We encourage you to plan for any healthcare needs during this time. If you have upcoming appointments, need prescription refills, or have non-urgent medical questions, please contact your MedNOW Clinic before the holiday closures. We are grateful for the opportunity to care for you and your family. On behalf of the entire MedNOW team, we wish you a safe, healthy, and joyful Thanksgiving.
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, an important time to raise awareness and promote healthier lifestyles to prevent and manage diabetes. Over 37 million Americans have diabetes, and 1 in 5 of them don't know they have it. Diabetes is a group of metabolic disorders characterized by high blood sugar, and understanding it is essential for health. There are two main types: 1. Type 1 Diabetes: An autoimmune disease diagnosed in childhood, requiring lifelong insulin. 2. Type 2 Diabetes: Linked to diet and lifestyle, manageable with exercise, diet, and medication (Most Common Form). Prevention and Management Type 2 diabetes can often be prevented or delayed with these strategies : • Healthy Eating: Regulates blood sugar. • Exercise: Essential for managing weight and blood sugar. • Regular Check-ups: Vital for monitoring blood sugar and overall health. • Stress Management: Helps control blood sugar. • Quit Smoking: Reduces diabetes risk. By prioritizing your health through diet, exercise, and regular check-ups, you can manage diabetes and reduce risk. Remember, diabetes awareness is a year-round commitment. T o schedule an appointment to manage your diabetes or to check for diabetes, please call your MedNOW Clinic or schedule your appointment online via the link on our website. If you have any more questions regarding the flu shot, the CDC provides excellent information. If you need assistance scheduling your appointment, call your MedNOW clinic. Our staff members are always willing to help! Thank you for taking care of your health!