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September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month
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,...
Get Help to Quit Smoking and Vaping Today
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...
Older than 35? Time for a Diabetes Screening
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...
August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month
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...
Don’t Forget the Sunscreen!
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,...
Getting Back to Routine Healthcare
If you postponed or missed routine healthcare checks in the past 18 months, you’re not alone. A poll from Time Magazine (https://time.com/5941599/basic-health-care-postponed-covid-19/) found that...
Why Tick Bites are on the Rise
Tick activity, including tick bites and related illnesses, are on the rise in 2021. Experts say the mild 2020 – 2021 winter is at least partially to blame. Ticks thrive in a humid environment, so...
Benefits of a Farm-fresh Diet
Farmer’s markets around the country are in full swing with local farmers and artisans selling everything from homemade soaps to fresh vegetables. Orange County is no exception with multiple weekly...
Get Healthy, Together
If the pandemic and virtual schooling has meant more screen time than you would like for your kids, then now is the perfect time to get them off the couch and outside. July 19-23 is National Youth...
Is 2021 the Worst Year for Seasonal Allergies?
Are your allergies worse than ever this year? Are you experiencing seasonal allergies for the first time? You’re not alone. Many people are reporting worse allergies this year than in previous years...
Finding Wellness After a Global Pandemic
The forced slowdown brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic has given many of us a new perspective on wellness and what that means to each of us. A forced break from many of our normal activities and...
Know the Signs of a Stroke
Someone in the United States has a stroke every 40 seconds, and every four minutes, someone dies from a stroke. That means every year nearly 800,000 people in the U.S. have a stroke. In fact, stroke...
Coronavirus Isn’t the Only Danger Out There
If you’ve watched the news in the last four months, you know most of it is dominated by news about COVID-19. From death rates to case numbers to long-term side effects, there is no shortage of news...
Is Telemedicine Taking the Place of In-Person Visits?
Definitely not. While some issues can be easily discussed or treated over a video chat, medical care is best rendered in person. Telemedicine visits have skyrocketed since the beginning of the...
Chronic Conditions Still Need Your Attention
With all that is going on in the world it can be easy to focus on staying safe during the Coronavirus pandemic, but if you have chronic conditions it’s as important as ever to stay on top of your...
Does Reopening Make You Excited…Or Nervous?
After months of some sort of isolation or quarantine, I think it is safe to say we are all ready to get back to some sort of normal life, but what does that look like? Friends of mine have expressed...
Horizon Family Medical Group Always Here for All Your Healthcare Needs
Horizon Family Medical Group is still here for you in all the ways you’ve always known and trusted us--and even some new ones. We’ve got you covered. Horizon support and concern are as present for...
Horizon Continues to Offer Comprehensive Care Through Telemedicine Visits
We are always here for you. Our highest priority at Horizon Family Medical Group is to provide the comprehensive healthcare you and your loved ones have always expected and received from us. We are...
Drive-Through COVID-19, Strep, and Influenza Testing
Horizon Family Medical Group has developed a drive-through testing site for our Horizon patients. Available tests include COVID-19, Strep, and Influenza. You must schedule a telemedicine visit with...
Horizon Support Circle: Sharing with Other Horizon Patients Can Ease a Trying Time
Horizon Family Medical Group is aware of the potential impact of the current coronavirus crisis on our patients’ physical health and emotional wellbeing. We will all get through this together. In...
Support Services and Resources During COVID-19
We remain on the front lines for you. Part of our care is offering you valued resources that can help you and your family know what services are available. We offer you this comprehensive...
Media Detox and the Benefits of Boredom
A friend of mine recently asked me, “When was the last time you were bored? You know, when was the last time you waited—in a line, or at the dentist’s office, or whatever—and you didn’t pull out...
Is Standing Really Better Than Sitting?
Several of my coworkers have desk systems that allow them to adjust the height of their workspace. They can lower and sit while working, or they can raise and stand. In fact, one of my coworkers...
Will Drinking More Water Prevent Dry Winter Skin?
This one’s a myth, folks. Drinking lots of water is good to keep you hydrated and for your overall health, but it probably won’t do much to help that dry winter skin. Fortunately, we know what you...
Amazing Holiday Recipes
One of the best parts of the holiday season is gathering with friends and family and eating great food. It seems everyone has a favorite family recipe, some of which go back generations. To get your...
Reduce Holiday Stress with Meditation
The holidays are here. Along with the fun, happy times together with friends and family comes the stress of the season. To make all of our holiday seasons more enjoyable, we’re focusing this month...
Body Image: How to Feel Good About Your Body
If you’re like many of us, at some point, you’ve wanted to change something about your body. How you think and feel about your body, and how you think you look to others, makes up your unique body...
Health Effects of Daylight Savings
Daylight savings time ends on Sunday, November 3 this year. Did you know it can take your body (your circadian rhythm) about a week to get used to the new schedule? In the meantime, here are several...
Kindness is Good for Your Health
The Dalai Lama said, “Be kind whenever possible.” He then added, “It is always possible.” In a day and age where we are bombarded by so much vitriol, so much conflict, anger, hate, and oppression,...
9 Essential Tips to Help Kids with Career Planning
What do you want to be when you grow up? Some of us know from the get-go exactly what we want to do, who we want to be. Some of us figure it out along the way. Some of us are still figuring it out....
Want to Save a Life? Get Your Preventative Screening
Did you know that, with preventative screening, we can save more than 100,000 lives each year? It’s true. By getting checkups, screenings, and healthcare counseling, we can prevent some illnesses,...
Stress Less: Easier Said Than Done
It’s a stressful time of year for many of us. The stress of a new school year, activities, schedules: it’s tough. So, this month, we’re focusing on a few tips and tricks that can help you and your...
The Cholesterol Reminder
We hear a lot about lowering our cholesterol, but did you know that your body actually needs some type of cholesterol? Maybe you’ve heard of the good cholesterol vs. the bad cholesterol? Here’s the...
Why Adults Also Need Vaccines
Did you know that August is National Immunization Awareness Month? Each year, we use this time to remind our patients that kids AND adults should get their recommended vaccines. By getting your...
What You Should Know About ADHD
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a disorder that makes it difficult for a person to concentrate and control impulsive behaviors. ADHD affects millions of adults as well as...
Health Benefits from Listening to Music
Can listening to music actually make you healthier? According to ongoing research, the answer is: YES! Researchers show that the potential benefits from music can not only improve your mood, reduce...
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