Mobile Health Launches in Caswell and Rockingham
Compassion Health Care, Inc. Launches Mobile Health Unit
Yanceyville, NC – Compassion Health Care, Inc. (CHC) is excited to announce the launch of a new permanent service line: CHC MOBILE HEALTH. Realizing that the COVID pandemic is far from over, CHC is proud to take another step in helping to ensure that our community has access to necessary health care services.
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.
Air Purification System at CHC
Enhancing the Patient Experience
A new air purification system has been installed in all Compassion Health Care, Inc. medical centers, taking indoor air quality to the next level to combat airborne viruses.
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.
Hepatitis C Treatment
Hepatitis C Treatment in Caswell County, NC and Rockingham County, NC
According to the CDC, "Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV)." It is a small virus with seven distinct HCV genotypes identified. In 2017 there was an estimated 44,700 new infections and an estimated 2.4 million people living with HCV infection in 2016.
Why You Shouldn’t Avoid Primary Care During COVID-19
Primary care is an essential component of your health. Pandemic or not, individuals need a consistent relationship with their primary care provider. This is especially true for those with chronic health conditions, including diabetes, hypertension, and others.
Virtual Behavioral Health Support Groups
Virtual behavioral health support group sessions, led by Sara Laws, LCSW, have been created to help our communities during this time of uncertainty. It's good to know that these support systems are in place to help us get through stressful situations.
Jason’s Journey
We are all going through our own journey right now during this coronavirus pandemic, and each individual journey will have an impact on that person's life. The following is a look at one man's journey into one of the biggest hot spots of this pandemic.
Older Adults and Coronavirus Risks
Coronavirus (COVID-19) can infect anyone, but it's older adults ages 60 and older that are at higher risk of a more serious illness due to the virus. More is being learned every day about this new disease and we want to keep our aging population updated as much as possible.
CFMC Receives Funds From Coronavirus Act
Caswell Family Medical Center is one of 39 health centers in North Carolina to receive a portion of $2,850,705 from the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2020, which is part of the total $8.3 billion granted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).