Upcoming National Health Observances

November

14 – 20: Get Smart About Antibiotics Week

This week focuses attention on the need to reduce antibiotic resistance by improving antibiotic use. Antibiotics are one of the most important tools available to combat life-threatening bacterial diseases. However, increasing antibiotic resistance is compromising the effectiveness of antibiotics. Information regarding appropriate use of antibiotics and about Get Smart About Antibiotics Week and how to participate is available at http://www.cdc.gov/getsmart.

Summertime means fun in the sun, but if you’re not careful, you can get burned. The American Academy of Dermatology recommends an SPF 30 or more sunscreen, and the Mayo Clinic advises frequent reapplications, especially when sweating or swimming. Sunburn prevention is possible, but it’s never a guarantee. For those with especially sensitive skin, sunburns can occur even with careful and consistent sunscreen usage.

Burns need immediate medical attention.

For severe sunburns and other common summertime burns- from grilling mistakes to accidents while lighting off fireworks to carelessness around the campfire- always seek medical attention for any burn. First degree burns cause redness and discomfort, heal in about a week, and can be soothed with any number of widely available aloe vera treatments. For more painful second degree burns that can cause blistering or bleeding, contact your primary care doctor to learn what kind of treatments are available to help you get relief fast, and get back to having summertime fun.

Spring Allergy Season Is Here - Get Relief

Spring is in the air - literally. From weeds to spores to grass and tree pollens, the warm weather is here, driving airborne allergen levels through the roof. That means your allergy symptoms -- the sniffling, sneezing, and itchy eyes -- are in overdrive and apt to stay that way for months.

When do you need prescription allergy medication?

You've jumped through hoops to manage your springtime allergies.You’ve identified your triggers, you've kept a watchful eye on pollen counts to avoid outdoor activities when the numbers spike, you've been taking extra showers when needed and doing laundry nonstop, and you've tried several  over-the-counter allergy treatments andefforts. If you’ve done these steps, but are still suffering from all the classic spring allergy symptoms - it's time to see your primary care doctor or an allergist. Learn your options and find relief.

The Hitchcock Health Institute is now offering an exclusive holiday promotion. Treat yourself or a loved one to 4 micro-current treatments for only $170. It’s part of two exciting programs now available.

Illuminating Aesthetics is a novel combination of micro-current firming treatments and minor cosmetic procedures that result in a truly radiant
look. It invigorate your body and soul as you rejuvenate your appearance.

Holistic Vitality offers acupuncture based micro-current treatments specific to your goals of relieving neck or back pain, managing stress, managing irritable bowel syndrome or quitting smoking. It helps achieve the balance in your life necessary to increase your energy and achieve your goals without medication.

MAKE YOUR HOLIDAY OR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION APPOINTMENT TODAY!

Invigorate And Rejuvenate This Summer

The Hitchcock Health Institute is now offering an exclusive summer promotion for two exciting programs:

Holistic Vitality offers microcurrent treatments specific to your goals of relieving neck or back pain, managing stress, or reducing addictive behaviors. It helps achieve the balance in your life necessary to increase your energy and achieve your goals without medication.  Holistic Vitality is particularly helpful for those patients who are very sensitive to medications or are concerned about harmful side effects of oral medications.

Illuminating Aesthetics is a novel combination of microcurrent firming treatments and minor cosmetic procedures that result in a truly radiant look. Positive self-esteem facilitated by our cosmetic program can aid in cultivating the necessary health habits that can lead to an energetic and balanced life.  Invigorate your body and soul as you rejuvenate your appearance.