I am sure most men would say they are good fathers and so many of you are. However, if asked “Are you the ‘Best Father,’ most would say “I am a good father but there are some things I don’t know… I am good, but not the best.” This is the perfect opportunity for you! [...]
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Back to School Asthma Checklist
Post by Dan Wilson, RRT, CPFT, AEC School is back in session and parents are making sure their children are getting back into the swing of the school season. In the rush to get school supplies together and checking the bus schedule, it’s easy to over look the, “Back to School Asthma Checklist”. The American Lung Association [...]
HealthNet Northeast Health Center Celebrates One Year Anniversary!
Truck driver Pierre Roberts, 39, knew something wasn’t right when he began feeling more tired than usual. It had been well over a year since he’d been to a doctor. His busy work schedule made it easy to put off the visit. Through the recommendation of a friend, Pierre made an appointment at HealthNet Northeast [...]
Back To School: Behavioral Health
Post by Bhumi Bhavsar, Behavioral Health Therapist The kids are finally back in school! Have you noticed that your child/children seem to be more anxious or isolated or irritable since it is back to school time? If so, take a few minutes to ask them why they feel this way. Sometimes it is hard for [...]
The Well-Woman Exam and Why It’s Important!
It’s not uncommon to hear women complain about their annual well-woman exam and wonder why it’s so important. Check out the post below from Certified Nurse Midwife, Carrie Bonsack! Carrie explains the importance of this annual exam and why you should be going each year! Why is this important? The annual exam is an opportunity [...]
Going on a Bug Hunt
Post by Tori Kissner, Family Support Specialist I distinctly remember a “game” my grandfather used to play with me that taught me more life values than most childhood games I ever played; I believe he called it “Bug Hunting.” He was a fisherman and taught me that buying bait was a waste of money, since it [...]
Dealing with Dementia: National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
Post by Bhumi Bhavsar Did you know that 5.3 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s? In honor of National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, HealthNet Behavioral Health Provider, Bhumi Bhavsar, discusses the importance of caregivers as well as dealing with a family member suffering from dementia. What is Alzheimer’s? Dementia has a group of symptoms: most prominent [...]
Get To Know: Dr. Cantrell
Q: Tell us a little bit about yourself. A: Born and raised in Indianapolis on the East Side near the State Fair Grounds. I have a wife of 12 years, 5 children, 8 brothers and sisters and an amazing immediate/extended family. I love my faith, my family and my friends. Then, I love being a [...]
Speedway Chamber of Commerce Donate to West Health Center Campaign
BIG thanks to the Speedway Chamber of Commerce for their generous gift of $1,000 to be directed to HealthNet West Health Center! In December 2012, a renovated Blockbuster Store at 6029 West 10th Street became home to HealthNet’s newest health care facility – HealthNet West Health Center. The 4,500 square foot center offers adult primary [...]
Kids, Work and a Social Life? Tips on juggling your busy schedule!
Post by Bhumi Bhavsar Yes, it is already that time of year when kids are returning back to school! Can you believe it, summer is already over?! Some us of look forward to this time of year, where others are wondering how am I going to manage everything? Your children are looking forward to starting [...]
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