Colorectal Cancer Awareness
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month in the United States. March is designated to raise much-needed awareness for colorectal cancer screening, beginning at the age of 50.
Temperature Screening Device
Another Step in Excellent Patient Care
Compassion Health Care, Inc. (CHC) continues to use temperature screening as part of the CDC recommended guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic for patients entering the building. We are taking it a step further by implementing new technology that will allow for non-contact temperature checks.
Flu Vaccine and COVID-19
The flu vaccine is more important than ever in 2020.
We recommend getting your flu vaccine every year and 2020 is no different, but we are stressing it even more because of the similarities between the flu and COVID-19. We answer some of your most frequently asked questions about getting a flu shot.
Meningitis Vaccine for Rising Seniors
The booster meningococcal meningitis vaccine (MenACWY) is a requirement for teens who are either 17 years old or who are entering their senior year of high school (12th grade) effective as of August 1st, 2020. The booster requirement protects against four types of bacteria, which are A, C, W, and Y.
Disinfecting vs Sanitizing
Disinfecting and sanitizing can be considered the same thing to some people, especially when knowing what to do during a time when a pandemic like the Coronavirus (COVID-19) is present.
Heart Disease and Heart Attack Myths
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racial and ethnic groups in the U.S. and one person dies every 37 seconds in the U.S. from cardiovascular disease.1
Breast Cancer Awareness 2019
October is breast cancer awareness month. Each year across the nation, people wear pink to bring awareness and show support of those who are affected by this disease.
Vaping and E-Cigarettes: Know the Facts
Vaping and e-cigarettes (e-cigs) are unsafe, especially for kids, teens, and young adults. Many people turn to e-cigarettes when they want to quit smoking traditional cigarettes. Is turning to e-cigarettes and vaping a good choice for someone who wants to quit smoking?
Measles Makes a Comeback
Measles has been staying in the shadows for over 50 years, until now. So what’s the sudden influx and why has there been an outbreak declared as a state of emergency in NY recently?
National Stroke Awareness Month
May is National Stroke Awareness Month.
So, what causes a stroke?
The brain needs constant blood supply, just like the rest of your body.