Callen Ubeda, Author at PHC Iowa

Understanding Anxiety and How to Get Help at Primary Health Care

What is Anxiety? Feeling anxious is a normal part of life. It helps protect us and can even be useful, like when you’re nervous before a big test or project. But when anxiety gets too strong and lasts too long, it can stop you from enjoying life. If you’re...

September is Suicide Prevention Month

September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of mental health and to remind everyone that help is available. At Primary Health Care (PHC), we’re committed to supporting you with our mental and behavioral health services....

What to Expect When Establishing Behavioral Health Care with PHC

At Primary Health Care, we understand that taking the first step towards addressing your mental health can be challenging. That’s why we’re here to guide you through the process of establishing behavioral health care with us. Our team, with clinics in Ames, Des...

Bridging Gaps in Care

PHC’s annual fall fundraising event is on Thursday, October 10, 2024 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM at Stine Barn in West Des Moines.

Stay Cool for the Summer

What You Need to Know About Heat-Related Illnesses When the weather gets hot, it’s important to stay safe. Spending too much time in the heat can make you sick. Most heat-related illnesses happen when you’re out in hot weather for too long. Your body cools...