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Halloween is recognized by enormous amounts of candy and sweet treats.  Often, we are only concerned with eating too much candy.  However, Halloween also is known for fatalities from car accidents and drunk driving.  Therefore, it is important to be aware of some tips for staying safe.  Whether you are trick-or-treating, having a trunk or […]

As we enter mid-October, it is now officially the season for pumpkins, hot drinks, corn mazes, apple picking and enjoying the change in weather.  Also, with October comes the holiday, Halloween.  Halloween involves activities of carving pumpkins, wearing costumes, eating sweets and trick-or-treating.  For many, trick-or-treating is a tradition that is enjoyed with children and […]

There are medical specialists for the heart, the skin, cancers, child health, the respiratory tract, the nervous system and much more.  Geriatrics is a medical specialty that focuses on the healthcare of those who are aging.  As all of us age and as many are living longer and healthier lives it is important to be […]

Today in the United States, it is estimated that 1 in 8 women will develop invasive breast cancer.  Men have a risk of about 1 in 1,000.  Breast cancer is one of the most common diagnosed cancers in woman and has one of the highest death rates.  However, since the late 1980s there has been […]

We all want respect.  Respect between one another makes any environment more enjoyable, more productive and less stressful.  But what exactly does it mean to have and to show respect at work or at school?  The dictionary defines respect as an act of giving particular attention to or a high or special regard of someone […]

Earlier this week we looked at some ways to start preparing for your exams.  If you are already facing exams or you have taken some and are looking to succeed in the remainder of your course, here are a few tips to improve your test taking skills. Arrive early for your exam. Focus on relaxing […]

Whether you are new to college or just starting a new semester or course, now is the time to start good habits of studying!  Many of us fall into bad habits of procrastination.  However, if you set a schedule for yourself each week, it will be easier for you to avoid procrastinating.  As last-minute cramming […]

CONGRATULATIONS, BRITTNEY! BRITTNEY IS OUR TUITION REIMBURSEMENT WINNER FOR SEPTEMBER! “I am a mom of 3 kids and this tuition reimbursement is a blessing. Especially with birthdays and holidays coming up. I had never heard of tuition reimbursement until We Care. We had paid the total cost out of pocket and were expecting to wait […]

Why do we wash our hands?  It may seem to be common knowledge to wash your hands.  Most children are taught at a young age to “wash up before dinner”.  However, hand washing is more significant than a habit.  Hand washing/sanitization is a requirement at any medical facility.  We wash our hands because it is […]

In recognition of Pain Awareness for the month of September, we looked at what pain is, types of pain and resources for pain management and more.  Now let us look at ways one can describe pain to healthcare providers. Pain is individual and is based on one’s own personal feelings and experience.  Therefore, it can […]

Patient centered care is defined as medical care that is focused on a patient’s beliefs and values and incorporates these into their treatment.  It can have a different meaning to each patient and is ultimately individualized medical care.  Patient centered care is a part of many healthcare systems today and has had an increased focus […]

Seeing a healthcare provider can be overwhelming, confusing, or intimidating for many people.  Without experience in the healthcare field, medical information is new and can take some getting used to.  Whether you are seeing a new provider, going with a loved one to an appointment, or educating a peer or patient about the process, here […]