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Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Why Screening Saves Lives

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of early detection and prevention. Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers in the United States, yet it is also one of the most preventable when caught early. For rural communities, where access to specialty care may require longer travel, awareness […]

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Winter Heart Health: Protecting Your Heart During Cold Weather in Rural Communities

Winter brings beautiful landscapes and a slower pace of life in rural communities — but it also places extra strain on the heart. Cold temperatures, physical exertion, and delayed access to care can increase the risk of heart-related emergencies during the winter months. Understanding these risks and taking preventive steps can help keep your heart

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New Year, New Health Goals: Starting Strong in Rural Communities

A new year brings a fresh start, and for many people living in rural communities, January is the perfect time to refocus on health. With busy seasons behind us and routines beginning to settle, setting realistic health goals now can help prevent problems later and keep you feeling your best year-round.  The key isn’t making drastic changes, it’s taking small, meaningful

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Heating Safety in Rural Communities: Protecting Your Home and Health This Winter

As temperatures drop and winter settles in, many rural households turn to trusted, and sometimes older, heating methods to stay warm. Wood stoves, propane heaters, kerosene units, fireplaces, and space heaters are common and often necessary in rural areas, especially where natural gas isn’t available. While these systems can be effective, they also come with

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Managing Diabetes: Tips for a Healthier Life

Understanding Diabetes  Diabetes occurs when your body cannot properly produce or use insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar. Over time, high blood sugar levels can lead to complications including heart disease, kidney problems, vision loss, and nerve damage. Managing diabetes involves balancing blood sugar, diet, physical activity, and medications as prescribed by your healthcare

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Managing Chronic Illness in Rural Communities During Autumn

What Rural Patients Should Know As October arrives, many people living with chronic illnesses experience a seasonal decline in their health—often called the “autumn slide.” Conditions such as asthma, arthritis, diabetes, and seasonal depression can worsen as temperatures drop and daylight shortens. For rural communities, where healthcare resources are limited, proactive management is critical to

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Celebrate National Wellness Month: Supporting Rural Health, One Step at a Time

August is National Wellness Month, a time to focus on creating healthy habits and prioritizing your well-being. For those living in rural communities, wellness can look a little different—but it’s just as important. Whether you’re caring for a family, working long hours, or simply trying to stay healthy with fewer local options, National Wellness Month

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Join Us for Our Annual Community Health Festival!

Join us for our annual community health festival offering family fun and health all in one day! Caldwell Medical Center is excited to put on this special event to provide easily accessible health screenings and family fun for all ages! FREE SCREENINGS: Blood Pressure Reading
 Bone Density Scans
 Balance Testing Glucose Testing
 BMI Testing
 …and

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