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How to Prevent Heart Disease

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, causing about 1 in 4 deaths.1 The term “heart disease” refers to several types of heart conditions. Learn how to keep your heart healthy and reduce your risk for heart disease. Learn More Here ...

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February is American Heart Month

American Heart Month is observed to raise awareness on the importance of a healthy heart and to encourage healthy habits that help reduce the risk of heart disease. Focusing on your heart health has never been more important.  Learn More Here ...

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Combatting Depression

At Sensenbrenner Primary Care, we are deeply concerned about the mental health of our patients and desire to care for all aspects of your wellbeing. The Mayo Clinic reports that around 10-20% of Americans may experience some sort of seasonal "winter blues." Additionally, around 5% may experience a more severe form of seasonal depression. The cold winter months coupled with the unprecedented emotional toll of Covid fatigue have led to a spike in mental illness, especially depression. Depression can manifest in many different ways, but common signs include: loss of interest in daily activities, feeling hopeless, irritability, appetite changes, loss of energy, difficulty concentrating, etc. Unfortunately, there is still a stigma present around mental illness. Many do not seek the help that they need because they...

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Chia Seed Pudding

1 Cup of Nut or Oat Milk1/4 Cup of Chia SeedsHoney or Fruit Combine Nut Milk with Chia Seeds in a storage container or mason jar. Chill overnight and stir the next morning. Top with fruit or honey! ...

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The Importance of Preventative Care

Finding a new normal is all about picking up where we left off, safely.  We can be around responsible friends and family that wear masks and practice good hygiene during this challenging time.  It’s also time to resume other things we might not want to do, but need to do to avoid more serious and chronic health risks and conditions. Things like, scheduling your annual physical, getting your flu shot, etc. It's important to call for a physical to see what screenings you are due for or to get a referral to proceed with specialist care. Of course, everyone wants to take advantage of their deductible by year-end. If you cannot get an appointment as soon as you would like in 2020, take advantage early...

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Healthier Gingerbread Cookies

Recipe Courtesy of @cookieandkate INGREDIENTS 3 cups whole wheat pastry flour, plus more for work surface2 teaspoons ground ginger2 teaspoons ground cinnamon¾ teaspoon kosher salt½ teaspoon ground cloves½ teaspoon baking soda¼ teaspoon baking powder½ cup melted coconut oil½ cup molasses ½ cup packed coconut sugar or brown sugar1 large eggPowdered sugar (optional) INSTRUCTIONS Combine the flour, ginger, cinnamon, salt, cloves, pepper, baking soda, and baking powder. Whisk until blended.In a small mixing bowl, combine the coconut oil and molasses and whisk until combined. Add the coconut sugar and whisk until blended. (If the sugar is gloppy and won’t incorporate into the mixture, warm the mixture for about 20 seconds in the microwave or over low heat on the stove, just until you can whisk it all together.) Add the egg and whisk until the mixture is thoroughly blended.Pour the liquid mixture into the dry and mix just until combined. (If it seems...

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Crock Pot Beef Stew

Ingredients: 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch pieces¼ cup all-purpose flour½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon ground black pepper1 clove garlic, minced1 bay leaf1 teaspoon paprika1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1 onion, chopped1 ½ cups beef broth3 potatoes, diced4 carrots, sliced1 stalk celery, chopped Directions: Place your meat in a slow cooker. In a small bowl mix together the flour, salt, and pepper; pour over meat, and stir to coat meat with flour mixture. Stir in the garlic, bay leaf, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, onion, beef broth, potatoes, carrots, and celery.Cover, and cook on Low setting for 10 to 12 hours, or on High setting for 4 to 6 hours. ...

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Understanding Health Insurance

Understanding health insurance can be tricky! As we approach open enrollment, it’s important to understand which type of plan will best suit you and your needs. For the sake of clarity, let’s start off by defining a few terms: Deductibles: Deductibles are the amount of money you have to pay toward your health care before your coverage kicks in. They can vary from a few hundred to thousands of dollars, depending on the policy. Some plans don’t actually have deductibles. Coinsurance: Once you meet your yearly deductible, your insurance company requires you to pay coinsurance until you meet your out-of-pocket limit. Once this is met, your insurance will pay 100% of the medical services included in your plan. Premiums: Premiums are the monthly fees associated with your insurance plan. Regardless of if you’ve met your deductible or out-of-pocket limit, you...

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Movember

Studies show that men are much more likely to resist going to the doctor for preventative care than women.  The Cleveland Clinic conducted a study in 2019 showing that over 50% of males did not get regular checkups and 72% would rather do household chores instead. Of those who did go and see their doctor, 20% admitted that they hadn’t been 100% honest while they were there because of embarrassment, denial, etc. These findings are due in large part to the persistent stigma that men should be tough and resist needing help. Going to the doctor is viewed as a weakness. In order to combat this stigma, Movember has become a leading charity dedicated to raising awareness and funds for men’s health. Movember hosts an annual event inviting men all around the world to grow...

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