Thorek Memorial Hospital Andersonville News & Events

Flu season is upon us. The flu can affect anyone, from young children to the elderly, and it’s a highly contagious respiratory illness that can lead to serious health complications. The good news is, with the right preparations, you can reduce your risk of becoming seriously sick through vaccination and a few other prevention strategies.

Back-to-school season is a busy time for both parents and kids. But it involves more than just shopping for school supplies. It’s important to set your children up to have a healthy school year. We have 5 tips for parents to ensure your kids have a healthy and successful year at school.

Summer is a time of fun and outdoor play for children. However, when it comes to heat, sunshine and water play, it’s important to prioritize their safety. As a parent or guardian, you can take proactive steps to ensure that your kids stay safe while still enjoying all that summer has to offer.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with millions of cases diagnosed each year. It’s also one of the most preventable cancers and highly treatable when found early. 

April is National Stress Awareness Month. Stress comes in many forms – physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. And stress can be linked to certain health ailments as well. It’s important to recognize when you are feeling high stress and take the right steps to calm yourself down, and, more importantly, make small lifestyle changes to reduce stress in your life.

When you are looking for a primary care doctor for yourself or your family, it’s important to find a physician that you can trust and someone who you feel comfortable with. A doctor who listens to your concerns, creates an environment in which you feel comfortable asking questions and someone who explains things in a way you can easily understand. 

February is American Heart Month. Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. When you choose healthy lifestyle behaviors, you can lower your risk of heart disease. Try incorporating some of these heart healthy tips into your lifestyle today.

Whether your new year’s resolution is to lose weight or just to maintain a healthier lifestyle, it’s hard to know how often you should be exercising to achieve your goals. So how often should you be exercising?

RSV, flu and COVID-19 are all respiratory viruses. And they all have many symptoms in common such as coughing, runny nose and fever. So how do you know which virus you have? 

Thanksgiving is a favorite holiday for many reasons but mostly for the food. But it’s also a time many of us tend to over indulge. This Thanksgiving we challenge you to make small changes and healthier choices to your approach to dinner, so you can enjoy your favorite foods without the guilt. We have 5 tips to help you have a healthier Thanksgiving.