Couldn't make it to the grand opening on Tuesday, March 15th? No problem! Check out the video of The Wellness Center @ Shawnee (in partnership with The Academy @ Shawnee)'s ribbon cutting below!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbrlxgvu3n4...
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The Wellness Center @ Shawnee

Check out the article on the Courier Journal about The Wellness Center @ Shawnee!!! "The nurse practitioners staffing the school-based health clinic are expected to not only treat ailments but also provide follow-up and preventive services. 'Because those services are available on site, the time away from school is greatly reduced.' --->
http://www.courier-journal.com/…/jcps-first-schoo…/81821056/...
Read moreNo comments March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! Among cancers that affect both men and women, colorectal cancer (cancer of the colon or rectum) is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. Colorectal cancer screening saves lives. If you're 50 years old or older, talk to your doctor at Shawnee Christian Healthcare about getting screened! Call us at 502-778-0001 to set up an appointment. For more information, visit the link below.
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Cervical Health Awareness Month

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month! Read this article from the CDC for more information on how to best prevent Cervical Cancer for you and your family. Call us today to make an appointment for your Well Woman Check, and let's help prevent this disease together!
CDC - Cervical Cancer Awareness...
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Three Easy Healthy Pantry Substitutions
Replace white bread with whole wheat bread—good whole wheat bread
Whole wheat bread is generally less processed, has more fiber, will keep you fuller longer, and won’t spike your blood sugar like white bread. As far as your body is concerned, white bread is just sugar, and eating straight sugar doesn’t fall under “eat healthier.” Ideally, buy freshly baked bread from a deli, bakery, or farmers’ market; although highly-processed, pre-sliced whole wheat bread is a bit better than its white alternative, it’s still highly-processed and pre-sliced.
Insider tip: Look at the ingredient list. If it lists “wheat flour,” it means white wheat flour. If it lists ingredients you don’t recognize, they’re probably preservatives or other sketchy things...
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