Tips on how to avoid overeating this holiday season. The holidays are known for having an abundant amount of comfort foods, desserts and snacks. Food is one of the best ways to bring families together during the holiday season, but can have the side effect of extra inches on your waist. This holiday season; think Read More »
November 14 was World Diabetes Day, which raises awareness about the risks associated with the prevalent disease. For Native Americans, it is a disease that can greatly impact the quality of life, regardless of age. According to www.diabetes.org, nearly 16 percent of American Indians and Alaska Natives have the highest age-adjusted prevalence of diabetes among Read More »
Continuing to lead the way in Native American healthcare in the Pottawatomie County area, Citizen Potawatomi Nation’s Health Services have recently expanded its dental clinic’s offerings. In its most recent renovation, it has added state-of-the-art dental equipment in its offices in the CPN East Health Clinic. “We’ve upgraded from five operatories to 12,” said Dental Read More »
For a man who has seemingly been over all four corners of the state of Oklahoma, Dr. John D. Macarty O.D. finds his present position as a homecoming of sorts. Along with Director of CPN Health Services Tim Tall Chief and the staff at the CPN Health Clinic East, the Anderson family descendent has been Read More »
Whether pistols are firing or the Sooner Schooner is making its rounds, football season in Oklahoma brings friends and family together to cheer on their favorite team. One common factor that goes with football, family and friends is food. This year, don’t let your waist grow with your ego as the team is making a Read More »
With rates of childhood obesity and diabetes rising, now is the perfect time to reverse those numbers. CPN Dietitian, Torie Fuller MS RD/LD, offers ideas and knowledge on how to kick start those healthy habits as the school year begins. “Some ideas to get your kids eating healthy are to be creative with your meal Read More »
Individual health and well being can be an important concern for individuals to ensure they maintain a healthy lifestyle. The annual Family Reunion Festival is the perfect time to do this. The event gives attendees the opportunity to receive important health information, check-ups and learn about what the newest services CPN has to offer. Read More »
Spring is right around the corner and I have had several people asking questions about fitness. How do I start a fitness program? “Try to get moving every day, whether it’s walking, running, swimming, strength training, sports, playing with the kids or whatever works for you. If you can do that you will get healthier Read More »
Losing weight and leading a healthier lifestyle can be daunting for anyone and going at it alone is a challenge that many people cannot overcome alone, especially when factoring in the day-to-day business of everyday life. This is why people like Torie Fuller are there to help. Torie Fuller, CPN Registered Dietitian RD/LD, is a Read More »