by hanna | Mar 20, 2020 | Mental Health, Nutrition, Physical Health
In times of high stress and uncertainty, it’s easy to let our routines and healthy habits fall to the wayside. But if we let anxiety and stress overwhelm us, our health could suffer. This is the opposite of what your body and mind need! Let’s talk about some easy ways...
by hanna | Feb 24, 2020 | Nutrition
Nutrition—what does it actually mean? Yes, nutrition is the biological process of providing your body with proper foods for growth and function, but it’s also more than that. Nutrition is about making informed decisions to better your physical, mental and emotional...
by jennie | Jan 23, 2020 | Nutrition
Now Open for Registration! DFD Russell Medical Centers is excited to announce a new nutrition education series, “Ten Tips for Adults.” Educate yourself with healthy, affordable eating and nutrition habits that will benefit you and your entire family through...
by hanna | Jan 6, 2020 | Emotional Health, Mental Health
Not only is stress a nuisance, it’s harmful to your health. Let’s talk about some common causes and treatments so you can be more present for the important things in your life. What is Stress? Stress is a natural response made by our central nervous system. Our brain...
by hanna | Dec 12, 2019 | Nutrition
The holiday season has officially ended—and with it all the rich, decadent foods. Whether you’ve made a New Year’s resolution or not, here are three tips to consider for healthier eating in 2020 and beyond. Don’t Skip Meals You may think that since you ate so...
by hanna | Nov 25, 2019 | Emotional Health, Mental Health, Physical Health
It’s officially the holiday season, meant for celebration, unity, and joy. And yet, it can also bring stress and exhaustion, compromising your physical and mental health. Here are five tips for staying healthy and happy during the holidays. Keep Moving You may be too...
by hanna | Oct 29, 2019 | Physical Health
Let’s break down the basics of the three different types of diabetes. Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in early childhood or early adulthood. In Type 1, the body does not produce insulin. Insulin is a hormone needed in order to get...
by kayla | Sep 18, 2019 | News + Announcements
Local healthcare provider excels by national standards DFD Russell Medical Center has received the Health Center Quality Improvement Award for 2019 from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human...
by hanna | Sep 12, 2019 | Physical Health
Many young athletes are diagnosed with exercise-induced asthma but may, in fact, have vocal cord dysfunction. The problem? It is often difficult to differentiate between the two. There are multiple irritants in the air that can trigger breathing problems in young...
by hanna | Aug 19, 2019 | Physical Health
Shoulder injury is more common than you think, especially in relation to sports. Pitching a baseball, playing volleyball, taking a hit in football, constant swimming—all can result in some sort of damage to the shoulder. Now that fall is approaching, the potential for...
