by FHCSL | Apr 8, 2022 | Latest News
In the United States, alcohol continues to be the most commonly used addictive substance. The National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) reports that one in every 12 American adults suffers from alcohol abuse or dependence. These numbers have increased throughout...
by FHCSL | Mar 7, 2022 | Latest News
March is National Kidney Month, and while the kidneys are essential organs in our bodies, they are sometimes misunderstood. Let’s discuss the functions of the kidneys and how you can take proactive steps to keep yours safe and healthy! What Do Kidneys Do? Most people...
by FHCSL | Feb 10, 2022 | Latest News
We all know February as the month to celebrate love, but it’s also the perfect time to take hearts more literally. This is American Heart Month, and healthcare workers across the country are working to spread education and awareness about heart health! Unfortunately,...
by FHCSL | Jan 13, 2022 | Latest News
Need a boost in 2022? If you’re feeling fatigued and listless, it may just be the post-holiday lull — or, it could be something more. In honor of National Thyroid Month, we’re taking a closer look at one of the thyroid’s essential functions: metabolism. The main...
by FHCSL | Dec 8, 2021 | Latest News
Even the most motivated and regimented exercisers can fall out of healthy habits in the winter. It’s easy to understand why: December temperatures in the Sioux City region reach an average high of 30°, and regularly plummet into the teens. The sun rises late and sets...
by FHCSL | Nov 11, 2021 | Latest News
The holidays are a joyful time. Friends and family gather with a focus on tradition, togetherness, and, well, food! It can be difficult to navigate the “most wonderful time of the year” when you are a person living with diabetes. You’ve worked hard to manage your...
