Smoking isn't a long-term stress reliever. In the time it takes to smoke a cigarette, you could do something else that's more effective—like take a short walk or try a relaxation exercise
Not all symptoms are created equally! While it might seem like you have coronavirus, you may simply be experiencing seasonal allergies, a seasonal cold, or influenza.
October is National Health Literacy Month. At Xpress Wellness, our providers are committed to ensuring clear communication while providing thorough health education to all patients we encounter
October marks the 1st day of Breast Cancer Awareness month. Except for skin cancers, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the U.S., but it can be successfully treated. Talk to your healthcare provider today with any concerns you may have!
One thing you shouldn't mask? Your symptoms! If you have questions about your health, be sure to reach out to your health care provider!
Eating the rainbow of different colored fruits and vegetables is a fundamentally healthy way to eat. Our bodies need a variety of vitamins and minerals to stay healthy, and nature has color coded these for us
We want to wish a very Happy Birthday to our CEO, Grant Asay! We appreciate all that you do for us, Grant! 🎉 🎊
Today is National Medical Assistant Day! We want to extend a big THANK YOU to all of our incredible MA's. Our Medical Assistant's are an integral part of our healthcare team and we are extremely thankful for their hard work and dedication
We always check expiration dates on our food, but what about your medicine? Take a few moments today to check all of your prescription and non-prescription medications and remedies.
Today marks the first day of National Health Education Week. Quality initial and continuing education is a core value for us at Xpress Wellness. We are also proud to partner with many local schools and colleges to aid in various healthcare education programs.
What do you like most about Halloween? Let us know in our Halloween themed "this or that" question below!
We are two weeks away from Halloween! Be sure to stay safe out there as you celebrate this season
Thank you for being kind to our providers and clinic staff while showing the same grace you did when this pandemic began 8 months ago!
We appreciate each and every one of you and feel honored you choose us to care for you. 💚
Jodi Kintner
October 30 at 6:25 PM ·
One of my coworkers wrote this and it couldn’t be more true right now. I swabbed 53 patients alone the other day out in the rain at my one job. I’m exhausted, I’m overwhelmed, I didn’t sign up for this when I started my career, none of us did but I show up daily and do everything I can to still care for people with a smile would be nice to have the respect back in return.💕
“The respect is gone.
The appreciation is gone.
The “thank you so much for working through this” has been replaced by, “Why is this taking so long?”, and “I’m just here for a nose swab, this is ridiculous”.
The threats of calling corporate and being screamed at over the phone are at an all time high.
The annoyed eye rolls and huffy sighs when you tell them “it shouldn’t be much longer, we are doing the best we can” are really starting to chip away at our morale.
The free coffee and meals are a thing of the past.
The hotel lights in the shape of hearts aren’t on anymore.
The neighbors that waved us off to work and told us to “stay safe” have gone back inside.
The community that displayed “heroes work here” signs have turned their backs on us.
We are still here. We are still fighting. We are working harder than we ever have. We are exhausted. We are frustrated. We are so emotionally and physically drained. We are skipping breaks. We are going in early and coming home late. We are missing time with our families. We are doing THE. BEST. WE. CAN.
We aren’t “healthcare heroes” anymore. We have become slaves to this pandemic, and it is really freaking exhausting.
So please, if you read this and for some reason find yourself at the ER or a COVID test center in the near future, cut the staff some slack. Try to be grateful. Try to have some respect. And for Pete’s sake, just say “thank you”.
One of my coworkers wrote this and it couldn’t be more true right now. I swabbed 53 patients alone the other day out in the rain at my one job. I’m exhausted, I’m overwhelmed, I didn’t sign up for this when I started my career, none of us did but I show up daily and do everything I can to still care for people with a smile would be nice to have the respect back in return.💕
“The respect is gone.
The appreciation is gone.
The “thank you so much for working through this” has been replaced by, “Why is this taking so long?”, and “I’m just here for a nose swab, this is ridiculous”.
The threats of calling corporate and being screamed at over the phone are at an all time high.
The annoyed eye rolls and huffy sighs when you tell them “it shouldn’t be much longer, we are doing the best we can” are really starting to chip away at our morale.
The free coffee and meals are a thing of the past.
The hotel lights in the shape of hearts aren’t on anymore.
The neighbors that waved us off to work and told us to “stay safe” have gone back inside.
The community that displayed “heroes work here” signs have turned their backs on us.
We are still here. We are still fighting. We are working harder than we ever have. We are exhausted. We are frustrated. We are so emotionally and physically drained. We are skipping breaks. We are going in early and coming home late. We are missing time with our families. We are doing THE. BEST. WE. CAN.
We aren’t “healthcare heroes” anymore. We have become slaves to this pandemic, and it is really freaking exhausting.
So please, if you read this and for some reason find yourself at the ER or a COVID test center in the near future, cut the staff some slack. Try to be grateful. Try to have some respect. And for Pete’s sake, just say “thank you”.
Urgent cares are faster and more cost-effective than ERs for non-emergent care. In fact-did you know 27% of all emergency room visits could take place at an urgent care or retail clinic, saving $4.4 billion annually?!
The first step to preventing type 2 diabetes is knowing your risk.
The International Diabetes Federation has created this assessment to help you understand your risk:
https://bit.ly/2zpBbHv
This year probably isn't the year to pack the stores and hang out in crowded lines. Check out these Black Friday alternatives for this year's holiday shopping season.
To the men and women, past and present, who have proudly served our country- we thank you for your service
Allergies got you down? No problem, we can help!
Today is #WorldCancerDay. Do you know your risk? Have you been screened?
https://bit.ly/2oRUotl
Don't forget- a negative test result does NOT negate the need to quarantine. You still need to quarantine from the last known date of exposure.
Today is #NationalGetUpDay! Combine that with the 1st day of a new month, and there is no better time than now to get active and start your healthy lifestyle! 💪🏃
No matter what life throws your way, we'll be ready to serve
Using a hammer on a screw seems silly, doesn't it? 🤔Well, so does using an antibiotic for a virus 🦠Antibiotics aren't always the best option 💊🚫
Do it for your family. Do it for your friends. Do it for the future
