Novant Health Today’s Adult Primary Care

01/15/2026

🌟 Don’t stay silent about what matters.
“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.”
We’re here to listen, support, and stand with you every step of the way. 🩺🤝💬

01/12/2026

Through every challenge and every triumph, “in sickness and in health” tells a powerful story of lifelong love and resilience 💕✨

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An elderly husband regains mobility after complex spine surgery at Novant Health, allowing him to continue caring for his wife and navigate major life changes with renewed strength. Read their story here.

01/08/2026

Prediabetes can be a silent threat — most people don’t even know they have it. Without intervention, it can progress to type 2 diabetes, which increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, kidney disease and more.
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A certified diabetes care and education specialist shares tips for reversing a prediabetes diagnosis before it turns into Type 2 diabetes.

01/07/2026

💪✨ New Year’s fitness goals don’t have to be overwhelming!
Dr. Zach Sandbulte reminds us that the best workout is the one you’ll actually do — even if it’s right in your living room 🏡😉

With just a few basics under $100 💵 and a commitment to consistent movement, you can build strength 🏋️‍♀️, improve balance ⚖️, and protect your heart ❤️ all year long!

Small steps. Big wins. Let’s get moving! 🎉🚶‍♂️💃
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You don’t expensive contraptions or fancy gear for an effective home workout. Here’s how to get started with working out at home.

01/06/2026

✨ Walking, But Stronger: Meet Rucking

New year, new way to get moving. If walking is your go-to exercise, try rucking — just add a little weight to your backpack and turn your walk into a full-body workout.

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If walking is your idea of good exercise, consider rucking: walking with a weighted backpack. Marching with a heavy rucksack has long been a part of military endurance training. But it has made the jump to civilian workouts in recent years and is ...

12/31/2025

Together, let’s make 2026 a year of wellness, growth, and gratitude. Thank you for being part of our clinic family. 💙🩺

12/30/2025

💙 When care feels out of reach, our team steps in — every patient, every time!

For community health worker supervisor Alicia Smith, ensuring access to preventive care is both a professional passion and a personal mission.

12/29/2025

🌟 Start Today: Proven Weight-Loss Paths from a Bariatric Surgeon (No Matter Your Age)

Lifestyle changes and bariatric surgery can support lasting weight loss. A bariatric surgeon explains when surgery is appropriate and how personalized care empowers patients to improve their health.

12/17/2025

🤝 When care feels out of reach, she steps in. 💙

Alicia Smith’s hands-on support helps patients get essential screenings — and reminds them they’re never alone when navigating their care.

For community health worker supervisor Alicia Smith, ensuring access to preventive care is both a professional passion and a personal mission.

12/12/2025

❤️ Cardiac arrest can happen suddenly — but fast action saves lives.

Dr. Kaustubh Dabhadkar explains how to recognize the signs and why immediate steps like CPR and using an AED can make all the difference.

Knowing what to do could help save a life. 🙌💓

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Cardiac arrest is not the same thing as a heart attack. Learn the difference and what to do if you suspect someone is having one.

12/09/2025

🤧 ’Tis the season… for sneezin’. 🎄✨

When those holiday sniffles show up, knowing where to go can make all the difference:

💻 Virtual visits: Talk to a Novant Health clinician anytime — quick and convenient.
🏥 Urgent care & walk-in clinics: A great choice for flu, RSV or COVID-19 symptoms.
🚨 Emergency room: Best for serious or life-threatening symptoms only.

Make this season a little easier by choosing the right care for your needs — and avoid long waits and unnecessary stress. ❤️

’Tis the season… for sneezin’.

When those holiday sniffles hit, it’s important to know where to go for care:

💻 Virtual visits — Talk to a Novant Health clinician anytime.
🏥 Urgent care & walk-in clinics — A great option for flu, RSV or COVID-19 symptoms.
🚨 Emergency room — Best for serious or life-threatening conditions only.

Skip the stress (and the long waits!) by choosing the right care for your symptoms. https://www.novanthealth.org/healthy-headlines/its-rsv-and-flu-season-where-should-you-seek-medical-attention

12/05/2025

❤️ From Valve Leaks to Structural Heart Care — What You Should Know

Interventional cardiologist Dr. Lance Lewis highlights minimally invasive treatment options, including the TriClip procedure, that can help improve heart function, reduce symptoms, and enhance quality of life — often without the need for open-heart surgery.