Get it. Slip it. Cuff it. Check it!
Self-monitoring your blood pressure is easy and essential to control your hypertension.
Author: Cynthia Jett
Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
American Diabetes Month
November is National Diabetes Month! Prediabetes is a serious health condition affecting more than 1 in 3 U.S. adults. Follow these tips from the @National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) about how to manage and even reverse your prediabetes: Start with small chang...
COPD
COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, is a progressive disease that makes it hard to breathe. Progressive means the disease gets worse over time. Check out the link to learn more about COPD. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/copd
Family Engagement Night
Roane County Family Health Care was on hand during a recent Family Engagement night at Roane County High School. Students and families were invited to attend parent/teacher conferences and participate in games. RCFHC provided promotional items, as well as information on family planning services, ...
What is polycystic ovary syndrome?
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health problem that affects 1 in 10 women of childbearing age. Women with PCOS have a hormonal imbalance and metabolism problems that may affect their overall health and appearance. PCOS is also a common and treatable cause of infertility. https://www.womens...
Back to School
Roane County Family Health Care was one of the community partners who participated in the Back to School event at Spencer Middle School. Families were invited to attend the event in order to meet their child’s teacher and get class schedules. Door prizes were given out throughout the event. RCFHC...
Roane County Family Health Care
Star Recognition!
Roane County Family Health Care recently received Medicare Advantage Star Recognition. The MA Star Recognition Program is awarded to health care facilities and primary care providers for their exceptional care provided to Humana Medicare Advantage patients.
Lyme Disease
Nearly half a million people are diagnosed with Lyme disease annually. This is a significant increase from a the past few decades. Learn how to protect yourself and your family! https://www.cdc.gov/lyme/index.html