by Horizon Family Medical Group | Feb 28, 2019 | Volume 4, Issue 2
Cold and icy conditions can make slips and falls more common during the winter months. And for older adults, the results could be life-threatening. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 28,000 older adults died due to injuries from...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Feb 4, 2019 | Volume 4, Issue 1
We’re finally seeing some relief from the record-breaking temperatures across much of the Midwest and Northeast. And even though our old friend, Punxsutawney Phil, predicts spring will come early this year, we’re not out of the woods yet. Our average annual...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Oct 26, 2018 | Volume 3, Issue 9
Autumn is winding down and winter is just around the corner. It’s a perfect time to talk with the older adults in your life about staying safe and healthy during the cold winter season. Or, if you’re a senior, here are some helpful tips that might just save your life,...
by Horizon Family Medical Group | Oct 24, 2017 | 2017 October
Get your home ready for the winter months today. Taking a few precautions, and getting things checked and ready now, could save you and your family from a life-threatening situation. Get your furnace ready Don’t wait until the snow is falling to get your furnace...