ISU Meridian Health Care

ISU Meridian Health Care A Nurse Practitioner faculty run family practice clinic that offers healthcare for all ages.

Having a dog provides significant physical health benefits, including lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and triglycerid...
08/26/2025

Having a dog provides significant physical health benefits, including lower blood pressure, cholesterol, and triglyceride levels, which reduce the risk of heart disease. It promotes physical activity through walks and playtime, improves mood and mental health by reducing stress and feelings of loneliness, and increases opportunities for social interaction. Additionally, early exposure to dogs can reduce the risk of allergies in children, and some studies show dogs can improve cognitive function in older adults. If you can’t have a dog, consider volunteering for dog walking or pet sitting.

Reading offers a wide array of health benefits, impacting both mental and physical well-being. It can reduce stress, imp...
08/09/2025

Reading offers a wide array of health benefits, impacting both mental and physical well-being. It can reduce stress, improve cognitive function, and even contribute to a longer lifespan. Engaging with books can be a powerful tool for enhancing overall health and wellness. What do you like to read?

Reducing stress offers numerous health benefits, including lower blood pressure, improved sleep, enhanced immune functio...
08/01/2025

Reducing stress offers numerous health benefits, including lower blood pressure, improved sleep, enhanced immune function, better digestion, reduced muscle tension, and increased productivity and focus. Effectively managing stress can also lead to improved relationships, increased resilience, and a better overall quality of life, by reducing anxiety and improving mental well-being.

July health tips: protecting your skin from the sun, and enjoying seasonal foods while staying active and managing your ...
07/22/2025

July health tips: protecting your skin from the sun, and enjoying seasonal foods while staying active and managing your mental health. It's also a good time to schedule annual checkups and enjoy time outdoors with loved ones.

Thanks to the season's bountiful harvest, summer is the ideal time to load up on superfoods, many of which are at their ...
07/14/2025

Thanks to the season's bountiful harvest, summer is the ideal time to load up on superfoods, many of which are at their most delicious this time of year. “Superfoods” are generally considered to be those that are rich in antioxidants, fiber, fatty acids or other compounds that are beneficial to your health.

Stay safe this July 4th! The best way to stay safe is to let professionals handle the fireworks and attend a public disp...
07/03/2025

Stay safe this July 4th!

The best way to stay safe is to let professionals handle the fireworks and attend a public display, if available in your area.

If you’re planning to buy fireworks for personal use, keep your family safe by heeding these tips from the CPSC:

Always have an adult supervise.
Avoid buying fireworks packaged in brown paper, since that may indicate they were intended for professional use and may pose a danger to consumers.
Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose ready.
Light fireworks one at a time and move back quickly.
Make sure fireworks are legal in your area before buying or lighting them.
Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them from metal or glass containers.
Never point or throw fireworks at other people.
Never relight or pick up any fireworks that do not light properly.
When it’s finished burning, prevent a garbage fire by dousing a used firework with lots of water from the bucket or hose before throwing it away.
Never allow young children to play with or light fireworks. A lit sparkler can cause third-degree burns if it touches the skin. That’s because sparklers burn at about 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit, hot enough to melt some metals, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Encourage small children to wave flags instead of using sparklers.

Health tips for dad: Book an Appointment With Your Healthcare Provider and Get a Checkup · Find a Physical Activity You ...
06/15/2025

Health tips for dad:

Book an Appointment With Your Healthcare Provider and Get a Checkup · Find a Physical Activity You Enjoy · Find or Develop Your Hobby · Tune In Music, Tune Out Social Media.

Why Sports Physicals Matter Sports physicals go beyond just checking a box for school or league requirements. They play ...
06/02/2025

Why Sports Physicals Matter
Sports physicals go beyond just checking a box for school or league requirements. They play a crucial role in safeguarding the health of young athletes by:
*Identifying potential health concerns that could limit participation or require further attention.
*Assessing physical fitness and injury risk, especially for high-impact or endurance sports.
*Reviewing medical history, including previous injuries, chronic conditions, and family history of heart disease or other serious health issues.
*Promoting wellness and injury prevention, with guidance on nutrition, conditioning, and safe training practices.

Sandra Woolstenhulme, DNP, FNP-C, recently obtained certification as a medical examiner for DOT physicals. This allows h...
04/22/2025

Sandra Woolstenhulme, DNP, FNP-C, recently obtained certification as a medical examiner for DOT physicals. This allows her to provide DOT medical certification for commercial drivers operating safety-sensitive vehicles like trucks and buses and those drivers operating vehicles in interstate commerce, vehicles weighing more than 10,000 pounds, and those that transport hazardous materials.

Nuts provide numerous health benefits, including heart health. They are rich in unsaturated fats, which lower bad choles...
02/27/2025

Nuts provide numerous health benefits, including heart health. They are rich in unsaturated fats, which lower bad cholesterol and improve heart health. They contain antioxidants that reduce inflammation in the arteries. And they provide fiber which helps regulate blood pressure. 

It is definitely flu season.
02/24/2025

It is definitely flu season.

Tips for a Heart-Healthy Diet:Consume a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.Choose lean protein sources.Limi...
02/13/2025

Tips for a Heart-Healthy Diet:
Consume a variety of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
Choose lean protein sources.
Limit saturated and trans fats.
Use healthy fats in moderation.
Reduce sodium intake.
Limit sugary drinks and processed foods.

Address

1311 E Central Drive
Meridian, ID
83642

Opening Hours

Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+12083731734

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