Clay Platte Family Medicine Clinic

10/30/2025

Over time, immunity to the flu wanes, so getting your shot annually is important for staying protected.

Now is the ideal time to get your flu shot so your body is prepared for peak flu season.

Need your annual flu shot? It’s as easy as calling our office to find a time to come in.

10/29/2025

As the weather cools, common colds and respiratory infections tend to rise in our patients.

Continue washing your hands, drinking water and getting plenty of sleep to help your immune system do its job!

10/28/2025

Fall sports are in full force with parents running around to practices and games daily. Keep in mind, if your athlete gets sidelined with an injury we are here to help!

Many of our physicians are passionate about sports medicine and would love to help get your kid back in the game.

10/21/2025

While it is normal to have a bad day every now and again, feeling depressed daily isn’t.

If you are seeming to have more bad than good days, take this Depression self-assessment and see if it may be time to ask for help.

https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/depression-care/assessment

10/18/2025

Worried about your flu shot?

Did you know that you cannot get the flu from your flu shot, but rather a low-grade fever after is a simple sign your body’s immune system is building its protection in response?

10/17/2025

Have fall allergies or a cold? Ragweed is high in Kansas City and will continue until our first freeze. So, while many are affected by the allergen, don’t rule out a cold that may require taking it easy on your body.

What’s the difference?

Colds usually resolve in a few days, where allergies can continue for weeks, or even months. In addition, a cold is likely to give you body aches, a low fever and even thicker mucus where allergies will not.

10/10/2025

Mental Health Day is an opportunity to talk about mental health and consider how, together, we can help everyone have better mental health.

Talking about mental health is important, but starting the conversation isn’t always easy.

Call us today to schedule an appointment if you are needing to discuss how you’re feeling and how it is affecting your life.

10/08/2025

1 in every 8 women will be affected by breast cancer in their lives.

To protect yourself, it is crucial to schedule your mammogram (40 and over) as it is the gold standard oi detection.

10/01/2025

It is the first of the month, which means, a new edition of our "Healthy Living" newsletter.

This month, our dietitians discuss cravings and finding control over your diet as the holidays begin.

Find this month's and past editions here: https://www.clayplattefamily.com/index.php/patient-education/healthy-living-newsletter

10/01/2025

Meet Lisa Helberg, FNP!

She is passionate about treating the whole patient and focusing on prevention as much as treatment.

Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family including her three boys that are heavily involved in baseball.

To schedule an appointment with Lisa Helberg, give us a call at 816-842-4440.

09/30/2025

Today is World Heart Day!

Did you know that just 30 minutes of daily exercise could help solve 80% of cardiovascular cases? 1 in 3 adults are not getting the movement they need. Are you?

Join the Keep the Beat challenge this September by walking, running, cycling, or dancing to keep your heart strong. Every step supports the global fight against cardiovascular disease.

09/26/2025

"The staff is very friendly and Dr. Delaney is always very professional and kind. Been with them for 15 years!"