Dr. Rachel A. Winters

08/29/2022

A good night's rest can make a world of difference with your health.

08/29/2022

Amen!

08/11/2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with the people in Evansville.

08/10/2022

Top 5 Back-to-School health tips for parents:
*Get vaccinations up to date. Check with your school to ensure your child is properly vaccinated prior to the start of the new academic year.
*Set a strict bedtime and stick to it.
*Maintain good hygiene.
*Ensure a healthy diet.
*Control stress.

We hope that EVERYONE has a wonderful school year!

07/26/2022

When going home is not the safest option, LCMH Swing Bed Program provides a stable, therapeutic environment in which patients can recover from an injury or illness over a short-term period and post hospitalization short-term rehabilitation.

07/25/2022

Path to improved health (Eating Better for children and families)

-Start the day with a healthy breakfast. It refuels the body and provides energy for the day.
-Let kids help plan and prepare 1 meal each week.
-Eat together as a family as often as possible.
-Take time eating and chew slowly. it take 20 minutes for the brain to tell the body that you are full.
-Eat more vegetables and fresh fruits. Aim for a total of 2 cups of fruit and 2 1/2 cups of vegetables each day.
-Eat more whole grains. Examples include oats, brown rice, rye, and whole wheat pasta. Try to eat at least 3 ounces of whole grains each day.
-Drink plenty of fluids. Choose water, low fat or nonfat milk, and low calorie beverages.
Serve a variety of foods in small portions.
Parents:
-Reward children with praise, not food.
-Do not demand or reward "a clean plate." Let your children ask for more if they are still hungry.
-Read nutrition labels for serving size. This information can help you select foods that fit your family's needs.
-Bake, broil, or grill foods.
-Avoid cooking with butter or vegetable oil. Use healthier versions like olive, canola, or sunflower oil.
-Choose snacks that provide nutrients and energy. These are essential for active, growing children.

06/16/2022

FYI: We have reports of our patients receiving phone calls from "our office" telling them that Dr. wants them to order a back brace, or other medical equipment It is a scam. They have mirrored the office phone number. All of our staff will identify themselves and are familiar to all of our patients. If you receive a call and it is not one of our friendly ladies, DO NOT listen to what they have to say. Please report any suspicious calls to https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/features/scam-alerts
Thank you,
Dr. Winters and Staff

Avoiding and Reporting Scams

06/10/2022

10 Early Signs of Alzheimer's and Dementia:

Challenges with planning or focusing.

A person with dementia my become easily confused when trying to make plans. They may also struggle to perform or stay focused on certain tasks.
For example, it could be a warning sign if someone has difficulty managing bills or balancing a checkbook.

06/09/2022

10 Early Signs of Alzheimer's and Dementia:

Memory Loss:
People with dementia will often immediately forget a conversation they just had or the details of an event that just happened. This looks different from being forgetful or absentminded, which is normal when performing tasks that are automatic or require little brain power.
For example, it's easy for someone to forget where they put their car keys when they've been unloading groceries, since they're more focused on the groceries. It is very different when someone has a full conversation and then seconds later has no recollection of it.

05/27/2022

Just some quick reminders for all of our patients!

We will be closed Monday, May 30th in observance of Memorial Day. We will reopen Wednesday, June 1st.
We will be closed again Thursday, June 2nd and will reopen again on Wednesday, June 8th.
Please remember to call your pharmacy for any refills on medications. We hope you all have a SAFE and WONDERFUL Memorial Day!

05/27/2022

SUMMER IS HERE! Cookouts, yardwork, etc have began, so here are a few things you should know about Chigger bites:

Mix 2 teaspoons of witch hazel and 5 drops of essential oil in 4 tablespoons of water. Apply directly to skin.

“Apple cider vinegar is GREAT for preventing chigger bites. Put vinegar in small spray bottle, and spray legs, arms. Reapply mid-day.”

FYI -Chiggers may live on a victim's skin or clothes for up to three days before dropping off to feed

Can chiggers live in your carpet? Inside your home, chiggers live on any soft furnishings like beds, couches, accent chairs, and even on rugs and carpets. They can also hide in the tiny gaps and cracks on wooden floors, furniture, and the bed frame.

Adult chiggers don't bite. It's the babies, called larvae, that you have to watch out for. They're red, orange, yellow, or straw-colored, and no more than 0.3 millimeters long.
After they hatch from eggs, the babies don't fly and don't travel very far on their own. They tend to stay clumped together in large groups on leaves and grass, usually less than a foot off the ground, and attach to animals or people as they pass by.

Chigger bites can happen anywhere on your body, but they often show up in clusters around the waist or lower legs. You may not notice anything wrong at first, but in a few hours you'll start to itch.

The itching usually lasts for several days and can sometimes keep you awake at night. You may also notice that your skin turns red and has bumps, blisters, or a hive-like rash that may take a week or two to heal.

Your first step: Take a bath or shower and scrub your skin with soap and water. This washes off any chiggers that are still on you.

Using hot water, wash your clothes and any blankets or towels that touched the ground to kill any bugs that are still hanging on.

Then treat your bites with an over-the-counter anti-itch cream or ointment, like menthol, calamine lotion, or hydrocortisone. You can also get relief if you take antihistamine pills or use a cold compress.

Chigger bites usually get better on their own. But if yours are still bothering you after a few days, see your doctor. In rare cases, you may need steroid shots to calm itching and swelling. Your doctor may also ask you to take antibiotics if your bites become infected.