Now is the perfect time to prioritize your family’s health. Establishing care with a trusted healthcare provider ensures your loved ones receive consistent, personalized attention to stay healthy all year long. At North Country HealthCare, we believe that preventative care is key to building a strong foundation for lifelong wellness! Why You Need a Primary Care Provider Choosing a primary healthcare provider for your family is more than just scheduling appointments—it’s about building a relationship with someone who understands your unique needs and medical history. A primary care provider serves as your first point of contact for all health concerns, from …
Ensuring your child’s health and safety is always a top priority. Deciding whether to visit your child’s healthcare provider or head to the emergency room can sometimes be challenging. To help you navigate this decision, it’s important to know when each option is best. Dr. Meredith Merkley, North Country HealthCare’s Central Region Deputy Chief Medical Officer, offers some guidance for parents: When to Call Your Healthcare Provider’s Office for an Appointment If the situation is not an urgent medical issue or emergency (as described below), it’s usually best to schedule an appointment with your healthcare provider. By doing so, …
September is National Suicide Prevention Month, a great time to come together as a community and talk more openly about mental health. Suicide affects people of all ages, backgrounds, and demographics, making it a critical issue for us to address. By promoting open conversations and offering resources for those in need, we can help prevent suicide by encouraging individuals to seek the help they deserve. The Importance of Suicide Prevention In the United States, over 45,000 deaths each year are attributed to suicide. That equates to one death every 11 minutes. It is a leading cause of death among young …
We’re celebrating National Dental Care Month this May at North Country HealthCare! We believe SO much in the critical role that preventative pediatric dental care plays. Not only does it increase oral health and overall health, but it also increases confidence which can extend into so many other areas of your kids’ life. Our team provides affordable and accessible pediatric dental care focused on prevention and restoration. We also treat adults who meet specific eligibility criteria. We accept most insurance plans and offer a sliding fee scale for those who qualify. And the cherry on top? We have the best …
Last week, Northern Arizona residents embraced healing and self-care during NACASA’s Canvas of Courage event for National Sexual Assault Awareness Month this April. The NACASA team transformed the Museum of Contemporary Art Flagstaff event space into a relaxing, healing environment where survivors and their loved ones were encouraged to create art with three local artists who graciously contributed their own unique projects. What is NACASA? NACASA stands for Northern Arizona Care and Services After Assault. It is a program of North Country HealthCare that provides a safe place, medical treatment, and support for adult and adolescent survivors of sexual assault …
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, which is the perfect time to shine a light on the importance of pediatric dental services and the lifelong benefits of good dental habits! For us here at North Country HealthCare, nurturing these habits from an early age is one of the most important ways we build healthier futures and healthier communities in Northern Arizona. What Do Pediatric Dental Visits Entail? The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends scheduling a child’s first dental appointment as soon as their first tooth appears, or by their first birthday. This might seem too early, but these …
January is National Cervical Screening Month, which is something we care a whole lot about here at North Country HealthCare. It’s the perfect time to raise awareness about the importance of regular screenings in the prevention and early detection of cervical cancer. In this post, we want to share some important tips so you can prioritize your health and we’ll also share some information about our Well Woman Health Check Program! The Importance of Regular Cervical Screenings Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that develops in the lower part of the uterus. What makes this type of cancer particularly …
Dr. Rosalie Marinelli, board certified pediatrician at North Country HealthCare With one in 64 Arizona children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Arizona has one of the highest rates of ASD in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Until recently, families living in northern Arizona were forced to drive to Phoenix to have their child screened for being at-risk for ASD. Dr. Rosalie Marinelli, MD, a pediatrician at North Country HealthCare, is now certified to determine if a child is at risk for ASD; she is one of only two pediatricians able to do …
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Life can get hectic, and we all know how challenging it can be to make it to appointments on time. However, arriving at your scheduled check-in time f …
