Jarrell Family Medicine

09/10/2025

World Su***de Prevention Day

World Su***de Prevention Day (WSPD) is organized by the International Association for Su***de Prevention (IASP). The World Health Organization has been co-sponsor of the day. The purpose of this day is to raise awareness around the globe that su***de can be prevented. We hope to promote awareness here at Jarrell Family Medicine with our Be Kind shirts today!

09/08/2025

COVID VACCINE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
CDC recommends a 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine for most adults ages 18 and older.
The COVID-19 vaccine helps protect you from severe illness, hospitalization, and death.
It is especially important to get your 2024–2025 COVID-19 vaccine if you are ages 65 and older, are at high risk for severe COVID-19, or have never received a COVID-19 vaccine.
Vaccine protection decreases over time, so it is important to get your 2024–2025 COVID-19 vaccine.
IF YOU ARE UNCERTAIN as to whether or not your insurance will cover the vaccine, the pharmacy may require a prescription. WE GOT YOU COVERED! We will be happy to provide an order for the vaccine upon request.

09/02/2025

One of our favorite health awareness months here at JFM is September as it highlights Healthy Aging Month. We love to use Curtis Nichols as our example of Health Aging-see below enjoying the white water rafting trip in Montana this year, biggest smile on the boat and the the blue shirt matches the raft. Healthy aging begins early in life. Improving older adult health and well-being impacts all of society and people of all ages. Health disparities people experienced early in life often affect their health throughout the lifespan. Older adults are essential members of society. They support their families and communities in formal roles — like becoming volunteers or continuing in the workforce — and informal roles, like serving as caregivers. This month serves to highlight the importance of keeping active as we age!

08/11/2025

When the heat rises, so do heart risks. Extreme Heat can be Dangerous. Here are some things to be aware of from the American Heart Association:

07/28/2025

It’s UV Awareness Month! UV Safety Awareness Month is observed every July to highlight the importance of protecting our skin and eyes from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
Wear broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every day, even on cloudy days.
Use protective clothing, wide-brimmed hats, and UV-blocking sunglasses when outdoors.
Avoid tanning beds and opt for sunless tanning products if desired.

07/17/2025

Viral hepatitis affects more than 300 million people worldwide and leads to more than 1 million deaths each year. Despite effective vaccines, prevention strategies, and medications, deaths from hepatitis are increasing globally.WHD is recognized annually on July 28, the birthday of Dr. Baruch Blumberg, who discovered the hepatitis B virus in 1967. Two years later, he developed the first hepatitis B vaccine. Dr. Blumberg won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1976.
Hepatitis B is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis B virus (HBV).
HBV infection can be short (acute) or long-term (chronic).
About 1 in 2 people with hepatitis B do not know they are infected.
HBV is contagious and spreads through contact with infected blood and body fluids.
VACCINATION is the best way to prevent infection

07/14/2025

Wow!!!! What a DELICIOUS treat!!! Thank you Patricia Manis for this wonderful treat from Vic’s Baking. Outstanding!

06/23/2025

Becoming a caregiver for someone with dementia can present a number of challenges. There are a number of support options available. Navigating the options can be overwhelming. Dementia Careblazers Developed by a board certified geropsychologist, includes online resources, the Dementia Caregiver Survival Guide, a blog, and videos (available on YouTube) related to real-life support for caregivers.

06/04/2025

Fantastic vacation in WV. Always enjoy our beautiful state!

05/29/2025

From DeAnna’s desk:
May is ALS Awareness Month which is short for Lou Gehrig’s Disease. I would like for you to know that I have recently been diagnosed with ALS. I’m doing really good but it has affected my walking. My walking is slow but I do get there. I do want to say that I have the BEST SUPPORT TEAM that anyone could ask for. I have God, my fantastic family, and my incredible family here at JFM. If it wasn’t for all the love and support from all of these wonderful people, I wouldn’t make it through this. Thank you for all the prayers and please keep them coming.
DeAnna

05/28/2025

As we end ALS Awareness Month, we want to share with you that one of our own staff members has been diagnosed with this disease. We will be posting a personal message from DeAnna Fowler soon. She has chosen to share her diagnosis with our patient family. Prayers appreciated.

05/27/2025

The Marshall University ALS Clinic is the only ALS Association Recognized Treatment Center in West Virginia. This designation requires an in-person site visit by the ALS Association and detailed review of the comprehensive nature of the care being provided to those with ALS before recognition is granted by a national review board. We are proud to provide this level of care in combination with a highly accessible and personable approach.
Life changes after an ALS diagnosis. Being diagnosed with ALS is devastating and overwhelming. The Marshall University ALS clinic can help you navigate decisions to make, symptoms to manage, treatment options to evaluate and adjustments to your daily routine. Visit their website for more information at:

The Marshall University ALS Clinic is the only ALS Association Recognized Treatment Center in West Virginia. This designation requires an in-person site visit by the ALS Association and detailed review of the comprehensive nature of the care being provided to those with ALS before recognition is gra...