by Horizon Family Medical Group | Sep 21, 2021 | Volume 6, Issue 4
Did you know that nearly 20% of children and adolescents in the US are obese? Kids with obesity are more likely to develop all kinds of physical and mental health issues. Heart disease, sleep apnea, asthma, and type 2 diabetes are just a few of the physical risks...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Sep 21, 2021 | Volume 6, Issue 4
We all know smoking is bad for our health. Yet every day, roughly 3,300 kids try a cigarette for the first time, according to the CDC. That’s enough to fill a large cruise ship…every day. The good news is, cigarette use among kids is dropping to the lowest levels seen...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Sep 21, 2021 | Volume 6, Issue 4
The US Preventative Services Task Force says screening for diabetes and prediabetes should now begin at age 35. The new guidelines were created to help adults who are at risk for developing diabetes to implement lifestyle changes earlier and prevent long-term health...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Aug 24, 2021 | Volume 6, Issue 3
As kids prepare to trade days playing outside for days reading, writing, and using computer screens for learning, there is no better time to talk to them about eye health. Scheduling your child’s yearly eye exam as part of your back-to-school preparation is also a...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Aug 24, 2021 | Volume 6, Issue 3
With summer winding down and cooler temperatures on the horizon, it can be easy to forget or skip the sunscreen when heading outdoors. But even if the sun doesn’t feel like it’s baking your skin, damage can happen regardless of the temperature or cloud cover. Follow...
