Managing Allergies and Asthma
In 1984, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) declared May to be “National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month.” With May being peak season for both allergies and asthma, it’s an opportune time to discuss the conditions that affect more than 65 million Americans. Allergens Allergies are a hypersensitive…
World Purple Day for Epilepsy Awareness
March 26th is World Purple Day, an international effort to raise awareness for epilepsy and recognize the 65 million people living with it worldwide. There seems to be a general lack of understanding about epilepsy because it’s not discussed in-depth very often. That’s why this Purple Day, we’re educating our…
February is American Heart Month
Thanks to Valentine’s Day, the symbol for February is a heart. ❤ You see it everywhere—on candy, cards, decorations, and clothing, so what better time to honor our hearts than with American Heart Month! In addition to AHM, February 5 is National Wear Red Day! Get involved by wearing red…
The Gift-Giving Guide for Safe Children’s Toys
It’s the season of giving! Whether you’re shopping for the kids in your life or looking to donate gifts, here are a few helpful things to keep in mind to ensure you’re buying safe toys. 10 Tips for Giving Gifts to Children Before buying a gift, read the label! Warning…
Movember, Getting into the Thick of Men’s Health
Could your facial hair save a life? That’s certainly the goal of “Movember,” a global initiative to raise awareness for men’s mental and physical health issues. Movember was created in 2003 by a group of guys who wanted to put a stop to avoidable, premature male death. The idea? Grow…
What to Know About Breast Cancer
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, so chances are, this cancer has unfortunately affected each of us in some way. Breast Cancer Awareness Month is a time for women to gather information, share their stories, and literally…
Childhood Obesity: Contributing Factors and How to Fight It
We know your child’s health and wellness are two of the most important things to you as a parent. September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, an opportune time to talk about the health issue affecting one in every five children in the United States. This month, we’re aiming to…
Questions About COVID-19 Testing Costs or EOBs
Were you tested, or plan to be tested at Cabot Emergency Hospital (CEH), but have questions about associated costs, or an Explanation of Benefits (EOB)? We’re here to help! Cabot Emergency Hospital accepts all commercial insurance plans for COVID-19 testing per the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) enacted 3/18/2020,…
New Cabot Medication Take Back Kiosk
Nathan JeffersDirector of [email protected] Cabot, AR, (Sept. 17, 2020)—Cabot Emergency Hospital (CEH) has officially opened its new “Medication Take Back” kiosk in an effort to help combat local prescription drug abuse. This immediately gives local citizens a safe and easily accessible way to dispose of unused, unwanted or expired medications,…
Parenting in a Pandemic: Back to School Safety Tips
As a parent, there are countless life milestones you’ve been preparing for since you had your first child. Although the first day of school is on that list, no one could have anticipated the circumstances we’re currently under. Some things may be out of our control, but there are ways to feel more prepared for…