May is Mental Health Awareness Month—a time when communities come together to remind everyone that discussing mental health is not only acceptable, it’s essential. At Primary Health Care, we believe that every conversation matters. When we share our feelings,...
PHC’s Student Advisory Council took over Polk County Health Department’s By The Numbers podcast to talk about teens and mental health. Watch both Part 1 and Part 2 here! By the Numbers- Health Ya! Part 1: Youth Mental Health with the PHC Student Advisory...
​April is Stress Awareness Month, a time to recognize the impact stress has on our lives and learn effective ways to manage it. Stress affects everyone differently—what’s stressful for one person might not be for another. Both joyful events, like a new job or...
Cortisol is a hormone our bodies make when we’re stressed. It helps us handle tough situations, but too much for too long can harm our health. Some foods can raise cortisol levels, making stress harder to manage. Let’s learn about these foods and how to make...
Colorectal cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. It’s one of the most common cancers in the United States, but it’s also one of the most preventable. Regular screening can find this cancer early, when treatment works best. Who...
February is National School-Based Health Care Awareness Month, a time to recognize the vital role that school-based health centers (SBHCs) play in supporting student health and academic success. By providing accessible, on-site medical and behavioral health services,...
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