Health
Chelsea Hospital’s Urgent Care to move Sept. 25
Information provided by Chelsea Hospital Chelsea Hospital’s Urgent Care will be relocated from the hospital’s Emergency Department to the Trinity Health IHA Medical Group office beginning Wednesday, Sept. 25, according to hospital officials. The new facility is located next door to the hospital on Old U.S. 12; the address is 14288 Old U.S. 12, Chelsea, […]
Positive Parenting: Welcome back to school; we look forward to seeing more of you.
by Cathy Payne August 1st seems to be the unofficial launch of the Back to School season. Stores have back-to-school sales to inspire students, parents, and teachers to have an amazing school year. This time of year also informally marks the end of the summer. For many of us, the beginning of the new school […]
Paws and Claws: Keeping pets safe in a new back-to-school schedule
by Cindy Anderson, DVM After spending an entire summer with the whole family together, your dog or cat may be affected by the abrupt change in routine once your kids go back to school. Not only will they have to deal with a new schedule, but there are safety concerns to take into consideration for […]
Bridge to Wellness
Opioid Overdose Awareness: Don’t be a statistic. Learn about Naloxone. by Jennifer Matthews August 31 was International Opioid Overdose Awareness day. Overdose is the leading injury-related cause of death in the United States where, in 2022, almost 108,000 people died from a drug overdose. That’s 296 deaths per day. Among these overdose deaths, 76% involved […]
Outreach in Action
Don’t let ‘thinking traps’ sabotage your mental health by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall July’s Social Hour at Outreach started with a discussion of “Thinking Traps,” and how we sometimes sabotage our mental health by falling into them. Thinking traps? They’re common—they refer to negative actions like focusing more on our perceived failures rather than […]
Bridge to Wellness: Music is great for mind, body, and social connections
by Jennifer Matthews, RN I don’t know about you, but my summer always has a soundtrack. Music is essential to my mind, body and soul. Scientific evidence shows that music is good for everyone’s health and well-being. Here is what the research tells us about the power of music. Music connects people. Historically, music has […]
Beat the heat: Tips for preventing heat-related illnesses
by Jennifer Matthews The warm summer months are a highlight to our year here in Michigan. Many of us are enjoying pools, vacations, and spending time outside doing various activities. As the summer progresses and the temperatures rise, it’s important to know how to stay safe and well. Heat-related illnesses, such as heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and […]
Farm to Table 9th Annual Fabulous Feast: Tickets Now on Sale
Information provided by 5 Health Towns What came first … the chicken or the egg? To find out, please join us to celebrate our local farmers markets, and our great Michigan seasonal bounty, at this year’s Farm to Table Fabulous Feast event, on Sunday, August 18 at Gordon Hall in Dexter. Tickets are now on […]
Paws and Claws: Keeping pets safe during hot summer days
by Cindy Anderson, DVM We all love spending the long, sunny days of summer outdoors with our furry companions, but it’s important to remember that summer can come with hazards. Fleas, ticks, and heartworm are important pet care concerns in the summer. Make sure you recognize the signs and symptoms so you can help your […]
Bridge to Wellness
Find your place in the sun, but make it sun-safe by Jennifer Matthews The sun is back, and boy do we need it here in Michigan! Sun is so good for us—in moderation. However, it can also be bad for us if we don’t protect ourselves when necessary. Here are some important facts and tips to […]