Forward Family Healthcare

12/24/2023

Merry Christmas! We hope you enjoy this season with family and friends. The office will be closed from December 25th-January 3rd. As always, members are welcome to contact Dr. Derr directly for any urgent needs. Thank you for trusting us with your care!

11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving! Grateful for so many things this season. Our office will be closed today and Friday-members, please contact Dr. Derr directly if needed. Thank you for trusting Forward Family Healthcare-we are thankful for you!

07/27/2023

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Did you know that ivermectin is a medication that, like penicillin and aspirin, derives from nature? It is made from a microorganism (Streptomycin avermectinius) originally found in the soil on a golf course in Japan - learn more about ivermectin, its history, and its benefits here: https://flccc.net/wid-2023

07/20/2023

Is direct primary care right for you? Contact us at 308-251-7474 and schedule a complimentary meet and greet visit to find out more!

Experience the freedom and simplicity of direct primary care. A better way to see your doctor Forward Family Healthcare is a direct primary care (DPC) clini...

07/19/2023

"From energy metabolism to vital cell signaling, mitochondria have multiple functions in human physiology, and mitochondrial quality impacts the performance of multiple body systems and tissues. Research continues to explore these mitochondria-body system relationships, with recent studies focused on the mitochondria and gut microbiome connection."

https://www.ifm.org/news-insights/connecting-mitochondria-gut-health/

07/17/2023

"Sleep is your body’s first line of defense against infectious disease. During sleep, your body produces proteins called cytokines that fight inflammation and infection."

Consistent sleep better prepares your body to fight off unexpected illness, and getting enough of it supports your overall health and well-being.

07/14/2023

Happy Friday! Attending The Institute for Functional Medicine virtual conference today and over the weekend! Great start to some fascinating information in order to serve our patients better!

07/04/2023

Happy Independence Day! In honor of this day, Forward Family Healthcare will be closed. Members, as always, please contact Dr. Derr as needed!

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06/30/2023

Where are the gardeners?

https://diabetes.org/healthy-living/fitness/benefits-of-gardening

06/27/2023

Visit your local farmer's market!

Certain foods, when consumed in season, offer flavor and intensity that are missing when they’re eaten at other times of year. Tomatoes spring immediately to mind – a tomato in July is a completely different food compared to one in January. But another welcome bright red fruit at farmers’ mark...

06/22/2023

Check this out! All about quercetin AND zinc!

We are all familiar with zinc as an essential mineral for a strong immune system. Although zinc has many benefits, in order for it to get into the cells where it can be utilized most effectively, it needs assistance from substances called ionophores. Ionophores are fat-soluble molecules that bind to...

06/21/2023

We have mild pressure hyperbaric therapy at Forward Family Healthcare! Call 308-251-7474 for more information today! Know someone who may benefit? Gift Cards available!

06/20/2023

Do you ever wish you could just ask a quick question directly to your physician? Are you tired of waiting days for someone else to call you back, just to find they didn't really get the message right and you still didn't get the information you needed? At Forward Family Healthcare, we value trust with access! Your doctor is your doctor. We believe trust is a key component in the sacred relationship between physician and patient. This means you’ll have access and continuity of care to build and maintain a trusted relationship over time with your doctor. Call 308-251-7474 to schedule a Meet and Greet visit today!

06/19/2023

Spotlight on Magnesium!

The magnitude of magnesium’s importance in the human body cannot be understated. This master mineral is the fourth most abundant element in the human body and is responsible for over 300 biochemical reactions in the body. Magnesium gets depleted when exercising, under stress, or during illness. Ex...

06/16/2023

All about Forward Family Healthcare! We'd love to chat and answer any questions you may have!
Call 308-251-7474 for a complimentary Meet and Greet today!

Experience the freedom and simplicity of direct primary care. A better way to see your doctor Forward Family Healthcare is a direct primary care (DPC) clini...

06/15/2023

Do you (or someone you know!) need a "digital detox"?

https://worldcouncilforhealth.org/resources/digital-detox/?fbclid=IwAR0yyALqNukimbbk6V9J2Tl118JQWjcf5EjMWv7HIVsjkKi8l5a5DknB5sw

A digital detox is simply setting firm boundaries on your use of technology.

06/14/2023

Great information! Thank you Frontline Covid19 Critical Care Alliance!

06/14/2023

Do you ever wish you could text your physician? From anywhere? If you could bypass a long wait in a crowded waiting room of sick people, would you? Call 308-251-7474 and find out how direct primary care at Forward Family Healthcare may be just what you need! Let's chat soon!