by Anne Wasson | Jun 22, 2020 | AFMC HealthSpot, Individuals
If it’s summer and you’re in Arkansas, you know it’s coming – a fry-an-egg-on-the-pavement heat wave. Even if it’s not an official heat wave, we have many more weeks of hot, humid, sticky weather before fall. Heat can be a killer if you don’t take precautions. Heat... 
by Anne Wasson | Jun 11, 2020 | AFMC HealthSpot, Individuals
Maintaining a safe home has never been more important than now, as many of us are spending so much time there to prevent further spread of coronavirus. You may be noticing things around your home or yard that need attention and finally have time to tackle them. Let’s... 
by Anne Wasson | May 18, 2020 | AFMC HealthSpot, Individuals
The scientists are right – wearing a face mask helps prevent you from getting COVID-19, as well as protects others. A recent analysis of 64 studies shows that masks prevent the spread of COVID-19. Health care workers who wore face masks had a 50% to 80% reduction in... 
by Anne Wasson | May 6, 2020 | AFMC HealthSpot, Health Care Professionals, Individuals
Chances are you’ve seen a nurse in action and know how important nurses are to everyone’s health. The nursing profession has evolved a lot over the last 100 years, growing in professionalism and responsibility. The nursing profession is one of the most trusted... 
by Anne Wasson | May 4, 2020 | AFMC HealthSpot, Individuals
The World Health Organization is warning that children worldwide will die as countries stop or cut back their immunization efforts while we are facing the coronavirus pandemic. Pediatricians in the United States are reporting a drop in immunizations ranging from 24%... 