primary care
Nurse Practitioner Week
Nurse practitioner is one of the fastest-growing career fields in the United States. More than 266,000 Americans qualify to serve as a nurse practitioner. By 2032, this number will increase…
The Importance of National Stress Awareness Month Activities
In 2022, Missouri was ranked 49th in the nation for adult mental health. This suggests that many adults in Missouri struggle with mental health issues and are not getting the…
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October is National Dental Hygiene Month
By age 8, over half of children (52%) have experienced cavities in their primary teeth, and shockingly, 1 in 4 adults aged 20 to 64 currently battles with cavities.As we…
The Warning Signs of Domestic Abuse That You Should Never Ignore
Domestic violence is far too common in Missouri. In fact, Missouri has the third-most abuse reports in the United States. In a single year, the state sees more than 45,500…
World Mental Health Day
It's estimated that 23% of Missouri adult residents experienced a mental illness in 2020. That makes the likelihood of someone you know silently suffering pretty high! Mental health needs to…
The Importance of Sports Safety and Preventing Injuries for Young Athletes
The benefits of youth sports are undeniable. A child that's involved in playing sports is 92% less likely to do drugs and 80% less likely to get pregnant. They're also…
Taking Care of Yourself During Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Like many states in America, Missouri's suicide rate is reaching alarming levels. The death rate is approaching 19 people for every 100,000 in the state. There are many reasons why…
Phelps Health and Compass Health Network Announce Partnership and Transition of Services
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEContact: Deborah R. Frost, Ph.D., Compass Health Network VP of Corporate ServicesPhelps Health and Compass Health Network Announce Partnership and Transition of Services[Rolla, MO] - Phelps Health and…
Understanding Suicide Prevention Month: #BeThe1To Make a Difference
September marks an important month in our calendar – Suicide Prevention Month. This observance, recognized from September 1st to September 30th, is a time to raise awareness, spread hope, and…
Back to School – Get Your 6 Month Dental Check Up Done Before School Starts
Did you know that only 50% of children on Medicaid have yearly dental appointments?As the summer comes to an end, parents and children are gearing up for another exciting school…