Stroke Awareness Month
Health Information Professionals
Last week was Health Information Professionals week, however at Roane County Family Health Care, we believe they should be celebrated all year! We have a great group of employees dedicated to keeping your health information private and secure. They are committed professionals who take HIPAA very ...
Pediatric Care
Endometriosis
Endometriosis happens when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus (womb) grows outside of the uterus. It is one of the most common gynecological diseases, and its primary symptoms include pain and infertility. To learn more about symptoms and treatment, click on the link: https://www.nichd....
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness
In 2022, an estimated 151,030 people will be diagnosed with this highly preventable disease. I raise awareness for them, their families, and their community. For more information about Colorectal Cancer please visit: https://www.ccalliance.org/about/awareness-month
Get it. Slip it. Cuff it. Check it!
Self-monitoring your blood pressure is easy and essential to control your hypertension.
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, ...