Wellness Blog
For better health and well-being.
At DFD Russell Medical Centers we are dedicated to providing you with health tips, expert advice, and wellness insights. Whether you’re looking for practical ways to enhance your daily routine, information on managing chronic conditions, or inspiration for a healthier lifestyle, our blog is your go-to resource for all things wellness.

Put a Little Love into Your Heart Health
February is heart month, but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t be raising awareness all the time about heart health. Did you know? Heart disease is responsible for 1 in every 4 deaths in the United States each year. Heart disease is more deadly than all cancers combined....
Healthy Eating on a Budget
Join us in learning new ways to save money and eat healthy! Starting Wednesday, March 8, we'll be hosting educational classes where you can try and prepare new tasty recipes, take home prizes, and learn useful new information. The class is open to all DFD Russell...
DFD Winter Weather Closing
Due to inclement weather, DFD will be closing at noon at all three locations.
Make 2017 Your Healthiest Year Yet!
Follow the tips below to get and stay on the track to good health. Manage Stress: Balance work, home, and play. Get support from family and friends and try to keep a relaxed and positive outlook. Engaging in healthy activities and getting the right care can put...
DFD Russell Medical Centers Hold Helpful Health Care Enrollment Q&A
DFD Russell Medical Centers (DFD) will be holding a series of three outreach events to assist the public with questions regarding Healthcare Marketplace coverage and enrollment options. An outreach event will be held at each one of DFD’s medical centers, which include...
Extended Deadline for January Coverage
The deadline for January 1 healthcare coverage through the marketplace has been extended to December 19 due to the website being down.
Have a Happy and Safe Holiday Season.
This holiday season, put safety at the top of your list when it comes to gift giving. Did you know that there are more than 250,000 toy-related injuries in hospital emergency rooms each year? When purchasing toys look for the letters "ASTM" (American Society for...
DFD Winter Weather Closing
Due to hazardous driving conditions DFD Russell Medical Centers will be closed Monday, December 12. We will reopen Tuesday, December 13, at 8 am.
In Memoriam
Dr. John P. Meserve DFD Russell is extremely saddened by the untimely loss of Dr. John P. Meserve, a practitioner at our Monmouth location. Dr. Meserve died unexpectedly in an early-morning car accident on his way to work Thursday, Nov. 17. More than anything, Dr....
Supporting Strong Seniors
DFD Russell Medical Center offers a full line of services to meet your needs. Meidcare Annual Wellness exams, physicals, behavioral health, sick care, lab tests, care management and community support services all in one location. At DFD Russell, we make it easy to get...