Did you know that 1 out of every 3 adults has diabetes or pre-diabetes? Current trends indicate that 1 out of 2 children will possibly develop diabetes in their adult life by 2050 if nothing is done to avert such a problem. It is essential to take charge of your health and ensure you take…
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month It’s essential to shed light on the topic of suicide because it affects millions of Americans every year. Though the conversation isn’t easy to have, silence can have tragic results. The goal of Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is to shift public perception and spread hope and vital information to…
A Pain Awareness campaign was created by the American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA) more than 20 years ago! This action brought together various organizations from all over the country. These organizations all have missions similar to ACPA and are part of Partners for Understanding Pain. One of the main elements was the decision to designate…
What is Monkeypox? Monkeypox is a rare disease caused by infection with the monkeypox virus. This virus is in the same family of the virus that causes smallpox—although smallpox is more extreme. Contrary to popular belief, Monkeypox is not a new virus. It was discovered in 1958 when two outbreaks of a pox-like disease occurred…
August is National Immunization Awareness Month! Flu season is just around the corner, and because of the nature of COVID-19, it is more important than ever to get your flu vaccine this fall. The flu vaccine doesn’t prevent you from contracting COVID-19, and the COVID-19 vaccine doesn’t prevent you from contracting the flu—so, both vaccines…
Minority Mental Health Month What is Cultural Competency The AHA (American Hospital Association) defines a culturally competent healthcare system as one that “acknowledges the importance of culture, incorporates the assessment of cross-cultural relations, recognizes the potential impact of cultural differences, expands cultural knowledge, and adapts services to meet culturally unique needs.” The first step…
Springtime should be a joyous time of fresh beginnings, whether it’s strolling through botanical gardens or watching blossoming tulips glowing with that young winter-is-over brightness. This is not the time to be covered in snot and crying from allergy and frustration-related tears. You need allergy relief! Allergies occur when your immune system perceives a (usually…
IN HIS BAG Dr. Wayne Beauford draws his inspiration as a physician from a historical family influence. Atop the near ceiling-height bookcase in the second-floor office overlooking the city he serves sits a special memento. Like a cover to an ancient text, it carries some dust. Its dents, scars, and bits of fraying leather serve as…
BETHANY MEDICAL WELCOMES PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT TO SKEET CLUB LOCATION IN HIGH POINT Melissa Shelton, PA-C offers a full spectrum of primary care and related services and is currently accepting new patients at 1580 Skeet Club Rd. in High Point Bethany Medical is excited to welcome Physician Assistant Melissa Shelton to its team of 65 multi-specialty…
BETHANY MEDICAL CELEBRATES NEW CLINIC ON SOUTH MAIN IN HIGH POINT/ARCHDALE Join us for a Ribbon Cutting Celebrating the Opening of Our New Office Now Offering Primary Care, Urgent Care and Specialty Care Services Bethany Medical and its team of 65 multi-specialty providers are excited to announce the opening of its newest location at 2805…