August is gastroparesis disease awareness month. Approximately five million Americans are afflicted with this chronic gastrointestinal disorder, but most Americans don’t know what it is. August is dedicated to promoting understanding disease symptoms and causes and disease awareness. What Is Gastroparesis? Gastroparesis, or delayed gastric emptying, causes the stomach to empty its contents very slowly…
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…
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…
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…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but it can also be one of the most challenging. In the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping, cooking, and socializing, it is all too easy to overindulge in everything from baked goods to alcoholic beverages. The abundance of food, family gatherings, and holiday traditions can make…
Cold and flu season is upon us and we have some important tips on how to best prepare and stay healthy. Get your flu shot at Bethany! Request your appointment now. The use of masks and social distancing contributed to a milder-than-normal cold and flu season in 2020-2021, and with COVID-19 limitations continuing to diminish,…
Every cell in the body needs oxygen to function properly. This is why your lungs are so important! Healthy lungs keep us active without limitations. We often overlook our lungs because we breathe without even thinking until there is a problem. According to the American Lung Association, nearly 37 million Americans live with a chronic…
Bethany Medical breaks record for the largest healthcare employee event at the High Point Rockers Stadium on Sunday, August 8th. Bethany treated its front-line employees to an appreciation fun day at the Rockers Stadium with more than 600 employees and their family members in attendance. The event was a coming together to celebrate the employees…
Minority Mental Health Awareness Month: Tips to Help You Take Care of Yourself This month, minority mental health awareness is in the spotlight. It’s important to talk about minority mental health issues because they are often overlooked and mistreated. As many of us know, mental illnesses can be triggered by a number of factors including…
Importance of Primary Care Physician assistant Melissa Bujanowski, PA-C explains why everyone needs a primary care provider (PCP). PCPs schedule regular visits and routine tests that will help manage your chronic health conditions (i.e. diabetes, high blood pressure, anxiety, headaches, obesity) and catch health issues early. PCPs will check your weight, height, and blood pressure…