University Family Medicine Center

08/25/2022

Pencils, notebooks, backpacks, new clothes — parents have a lot to stock up on before their child returns to school for another year of learning.

An essential part of any parent’s back-to-school checklist should also include making sure their child’s vaccinations are up to date.👉

Pencils, notebooks, backpacks, new clothes — parents have a lot to stock up on before their child returns to school for another year of learning. An essential part of any parent’s back-to-school checklist should also include making sure their child’s vaccinations are up to date. A report from ...

08/22/2022

Our children aren’t getting enough sleep. Here are the steps for helping kids sleep better 👉

Our children aren’t getting enough sleep. Early school start times, screen related distractions, and other external pressures have contributed to 52 percent of American children ages 6 to 17 getting less than the 9 hours per night recommended by pediatricians. That lack of Zzz’s has effects for ...

08/21/2022

If the “summer-ending-and-school-starting” ritual makes you anxious, then participate in Back to School Month this August — an event that helps parents, students, and teachers prepare for the new academic year. Celebrated since the 1960s, Back to School Month will motivate you to start your back-to-school shopping and get you excited overall. So put away the beach bag and pick up the backpack, because it’s time for Back to School Month events —and we want you to get an “A” for participation.

08/18/2022

Gardening is relaxing and gratifying, but there are still things to watch out for. Here’s a rundown of common gardening hazards, along with some tips to help you avoid them 👉

Gardening is relaxing and gratifying, but there are still things to watch out for. Here’s a rundown of common gardening hazards, along with some tips to help you avoid them: Stretch before you start work. Backs, shoulders, arms, and hands get the brunt of the abuse from tilling the soil all day. A...

08/17/2022

Back-to-school season is a notoriously stressful time for parents.

And for parents of children with food allergies, the stress goes beyond getting the right supplies and resetting bedtime routines.

The following are some strategies for keeping children safe.👉

Back-to-school season is a notoriously stressful time for parents. And for parents of children with food allergies, the stress goes beyond getting the right supplies and resetting bedtime routines. For example, one 7-year-old reported has severe allergies to multiple common allergens such as dairy,....

08/15/2022

As a new school year begins, many students return to their favorite sports or try something new. Getting young athletes ready to start fall sports or any physical activities at any age has lifelong benefits. 👉

As a new school year begins, many students return to their favorite sports or try something new. Encouraging kids to make physical activity part of their lives has lifelong benefits, a college news release from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston said. The news release offered some tips for gettin...

08/13/2022

The second Saturday in August is National Bowling Day, a holiday to commemorate one of America's classic sports. Everybody loves bowling because it is such an inclusive sport. People of all ages can play it, as well as people with disabilities.

So its no wonder that over 100 million people worldwide love the game.

The purpose of this holiday is to get more people interested in the sport, so grab some bowling shoes, put on a bowling shirt, and go hit the pins with your friends at the local bowling alley!

08/11/2022

National Son and Daughter Day is celebrated annually on August 11. National Son and Daughter Day is a time to go ahead and spoil the kids a little. Be a grandparent ahead of time for a day, and remind the kids that through all the ascents and descents of mayhem and joy, and however they’ve turned out so far, they’re the greatest loves of your life.

08/04/2022

Kids Eat Right Month™ is the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics' and the Academy Foundation's chance to highlight the fight for our children's healthy future. Kids Eat Right Month™ emphasizes what makes Kids Eat Right such an important program, focusing on smart shopping, healthy eating and active lifestyles for every age group from infant to teens.

08/03/2022

Vaccines are needed throughout life. This August, National Immunization Awareness Month raises awareness and encourages everyone to make sure they are current on the necessary vaccinations for potentially harmful diseases.

To learn more, give us a call at 719-546-3600

07/25/2022

You never forget how to ride a bike. But if you’re like many adults, you might need a refresher course in bike safety. 👉

You never forget how to ride a bike. But if you’re like many adults, you might need a refresher course in bike safety. Perhaps you’re pulling that ten-speed out of storage for the first time in years. Perhaps a recent wreck or close call has made you suddenly aware of the hazards of the road. .....

07/24/2022

International Self-Care Day is celebrated on July 24. It stresses the importance of self-care as the cornerstone of wellness. On this day, individuals throughout the world are encouraged to make self-care a part of their everyday routines and turn it into a priority. It is a milestone, and an opportunity to raise further awareness of the benefits of effective self-management of health.