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With freezing temperatures moving into our area, we want to remind our patients to take extra precautions to stay safe and healthy during this cold snap.
Frostbite & Cold Exposure
• Limit time outdoors when temperatures drop below freezing.
• Dress in layers and cover exposed skin, especially hands, feet, ears, and your face.
• Watch for signs of frostbite such as numbness, tingling, pale or hard skin, and seek medical care if symptoms occur.
• Avoid tight footwear or gloves that may reduce circulation.
Prevent Slips & Falls
• Use caution on icy sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots.
• Wear shoes with good traction and take slow, careful steps.
• Keep walkways clear of ice and snow when possible.
Stay Warm & Safe Indoors
• Keep your home adequately heated.
• Use space heaters safely, keep them away from flammable items and never leave them unattended.
• Check on elderly family members, neighbors, and anyone with limited mobility.
Protect Your Health
• Cold weather can worsen chronic conditions such as heart disease, asthma, and arthritis, take medications as prescribed.
• Stay hydrated and maintain balanced meals, even if appetite changes in colder weather.
• Avoid overexertion while shoveling snow; take breaks and ask for help if needed.
Your health and safety are always our priority. If you have concerns about cold-related symptoms or how this weather may affect your health, please don’t hesitate to contact our office. Stay warm, stay safe, and take care of one another.
If your child is due for their annual Well Child Exam, we may be able to complete their sports physical at the same visit! If a separate sports physical is needed: ✔️ $45 (not billed to insurance) ✔️ Payment due at the time of service ✔️ Immunizations are not included 📋 Don’t forget to bring your school sports form!
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Happy National Fortune Cookie Day from all of us at Family Physicians of Cedar Rapids! If you cracked open a fortune cookie today, which one would you hope to find? 🥠 “A healthier year is just around the corner.” 🥠 “Energy is coming your way.” 🥠 “Small changes lead to big results.” 🥠 “Your future self will thank you.” No fortune cookie can predict your health… But taking the first step can change it. We’re here to help with primary care, weight management, hormone therapy, men’s and women’s wellness, and more.
Looking to take the next step in your wellness journey? We offer prescription peptide injections that are compounded in U.S.-licensed pharmacies and prescribed by our medical providers when clinically appropriate. Our personalized treatment plans may help support: 💙 Healthy weight management ⚡ Improved energy and vitality 💪 Lean muscle preservation 🩺 Overall metabolic wellness Every patient begins with a medical evaluation to determine the safest and most appropriate treatment based on their individual health goals. Your health is not one-size-fits-all—and your treatment shouldn’t be either. Ready to learn if you’re a candidate? Contact our office today to schedule your consultation with Stacie. Let’s work together to create a plan that helps you feel your best.