Family Health Guide 2015-16

Family Health Guide 2015 - 2016

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WHO DO YOU CALL? Teen-driver SAFETY

Raising an EMPATHETIC CHILD GET THE MOST FROM YOUR DOCTOR’S VISIT

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BEHIND THE WHEEL

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“5 to Drive” campaign helps parent protect teen drivers

WHEN TO MAKE THE CALL Family Health Guide 2015-2016, is a special publication of Rocky Mountain Publishing, Inc.

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PUBLISHER: Scott Titterington

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Choosing the emergency room, an appointment with the doctor, or just staying home from school

THE BEST POSSIBLE CARE

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CREATIVE DIRECTOR: Emily Zaynard ADVERTISING SALES DIRECTOR: Greg Hoffman; CONTRIBUTORS: Katie Harris, Lynn Nichols Janet Werst Copyright 2015 Rocky Mountain Publishing, 825 Laporte Ave., Fort Collins, CO 80521, 970-2219210. All rights reserved.

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Understanding others helps create a better world

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Your northern Colorado directory to health and wellness

Getting the most out of your doctor visit

EDITOR: Kristin Titterington LISTINGS EDITOR: Kim Sharpe

RAISING AN EMPATHETIC CHILD

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Behind the wheel

“5 to Drive” campaign helps parents protect teen drivers

“5 to Drive” rules for parents to share with their teens

Teen drivers need to follow these rules and any other restrictions outlined in Colorado’s graduated driver licensing (GDL) law.

Parents need to outline rules and explain to their teens the deadly consequences of unsafe driving practices.

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afe Kids Larimer County and Alexa’s Hugs is joining with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to promote the “5 to Drive” campaign during National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 18-24.

“Even though your teens might be gaining some independence and getting older, protecting them from harm shouldn’t stop now,” says Janet Werst, Safe Kids Larimer County Coordinator. “The ‘5 to Drive’ campaign will give parents the tools they need to keep their teen drivers safe.”

Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for U.S. teens 15 to 19 years old. In 2013, 2,614 teen (1519 year old) passenger vehicle drivers were involved in fatal crashes.

The “5 to Drive” campaign ad-

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dresses the five most dangerous and deadly behaviors for teen drivers. The campaign gives parents the words to use when they talk with their teens about the rules of the road. NHTSA’s website, www.safercar.gov/parents, has detailed information and statistics about the five rules.

“We are hoping that Teen Driver Safety Week and the ‘5 to Drive’ campaign will get the word out to all parents of teens,” Jona Johnson, Founder of Alexa’s Hugs says. “Don’t stop protecting them now that they can drive.

They need you now more than ever.”

Safe Kids Larimer County and Alexa’s Hugs are working with the Colorado Department of Transportation to implement High School Seat Belt Challenges. For more information, visit www.alexahugs.com.

1. No drinking and driving—almost one out of five (19 percent) of the young drivers (15 to 19 years old) involved in fatal crashes had been drinking, even though they were too young to legally buy or possess alcohol.

2. Buckle up. Every trip. Every time. Front seat and back—64 percent of all the young (13- to 19-year-old) passengers of teen (15to 19-year-old) drivers who died in motor vehicle crashes in 2013 weren’t restrained.

3. Put it down. One text or call could wreck it all—the age group of 15 to 19 years old has the highest percentage of drivers who were distracted by cell phone use and involved in a fatal crash. In 2013, 156 people were killed in crashes that involved a distracted teen driver.

4. Stop speeding before it stops you—in 2013, almost one-third (29 percent) of teen drivers involved in a fatal crash were speeding.

5. No more than one passenger at a time— the risk of a fatal crash goes up with each additional passenger.

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When to make the call…

Choosing the emergency room, an appointment, or just staying home KATIE HARRIS

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eciding which symptoms warrant a trip to the pediatrician’s office isn’t easy, and new and veteran parents alike often waffle over whether or not to make the call. While we can’t know for sure whether our kids will bounce back or take a turn for the worse, these guidelines, provided by pediatric specialists, can assist you in making an informed decision next time illness infiltrates your house.

SEEK EMERGENCY CARE IMMEDIATELY IF YOUR CHILD IS: • Under one month with a temperature of 100.4 degrees or higher • Acting unusual: unable to make eye contact, acting limp and lifeless or making a strange cry • Having difficulty breathing or starts to turn blue • Fever remains above 101 degrees an hour after taking fever-reducing medication • Seizure • Dehydration lasting more than 12 hours MAKE AN APPOINTMENT WITH YOUR PEDIATRICIAN IF YOUR CHILD HAS: • Vomiting: frequently, accompanied by stomach pain, green, or containing blood • Diarrhea: loose stools throughout the day, blood in the stools, or a newborn with 6 to 8 watery stools in one day • Dehydration: not urinating at least every 6 hours (young child), not urinating at least 3 times in 24 hours (older child), or experiencing the following: dry mouth, dry lips, dry skin, no tears, dark colored urine, weight loss, decreased energy, or a sunken spot on infant’s head • Fever: with a stiff neck or rash, with refusal to eat or drink, or if under 3 months • Rash: covering a large area of the body, accompanied by a fever, pain, swelling, oozing fluids, infection, or on genitals or face

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•C old: with difficulty breathing or earache, or if symptoms worsen after 3 to 5 days, or remain after 10 to 12 days •M inor injuries: cut that’s large, deep, or with edges spread far enough apart to require stitches, a baby dropped/fallen from any height, a child with more than a bump after a fall, or an injury that makes movement difficult •B urn: blisters or open skin KEEP YOUR CHILD HOME FROM SCHOOL IF S/HE IS: •N ot well enough to participate comfortably in usual activities •R equires more care than the childcare or school personnel are able to provide • P otentially contagious illness where exclusion is recommended by a health care provider or public health agency • P ossible severe illness, such as trouble breathing

• Cough: Severe, uncontrolled coughing or wheezing, difficulty breathing, red or blue in the face, making high-pitched whooping sounds after coughing, or vomiting after coughing • Diarrhea: accompanied by vomiting, fever, or abdominal pain; unable to be contained in a toilet, blood or mucous in the stool, or the child is in diapers • Rash: with additional symptoms such as behavior change, fever, joint pain, or bruising not associated with injury, or if rash is oozing or causing open wounds • S tomach ache/abdominal pain: Pain is severe, appears after an injury, or is accompanied by additional symptoms • Vomiting: Occurs more than twice in 24 hours, is bloody, follows a head injury, or accompanied by additional symptoms

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The best possible care Getting the most out of your doctor visit

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child’s visits to their pediatrician can be invaluable when parents and healthcare professionals work together. By preparing ahead of time, showing up early to appointments, and asking the right questions, you can take comfort in knowing that your child will receive the best possible care. Follow these guidelines and you’ll be sure to make the most of your child’s next visit.

BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT Request a medical records transfer if you are switching from a previous doctor. Have it sent to you or faxed to your new doctor’s office.

Ask if any forms are available to be filled out ahead of time. Many practices put their forms online to eliminate in-office paperwork.

Consider the answers to some commonly asked questions you might be asked, including your child’s nutrition, sleep habits, toilet training, and discipline procedures.

Gather necessary information, such as health insurance cards, social security numbers, and family medical history.

Jot down any medications your child currently takes, or any treatment plans he is currently on.

Research immunization schedules and decide which route your family is comfortable with.

If you are going in for a sick visit, be sure to monitor and record your child’s symptoms and vitals as soon as they begin. Try to avoid administering medication such as fever reducer before your appointment.

DURING YOUR APPOINTMENT Ask any questions about your child that have come up over the past year.

Include questions that concern his behavioral, developmental, and emotional well being.

Be honest with your child’s doctor. Her job is to help, not to judge.

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Remember that doctors have heard it all before.

Ask for layman’s terms. If your doctor has prescribed a treatment plan or medication, read your prescription carefully while in the office and ask for clarification if necessary. Ask about side effects and alternatives.

Take notes and ask for a print out of vitals, height, weight, and growth percentages.

Ask for a copy of your child’s immunization records while you’re there if his school requires them.

Give older kids and teens the option of alone time with their doctor.

They may have personal questions they’re not comfortable asking in front of you.

Schedule your child’s next appointment, or confirm a time to call back to do so. Ask your doctor what symptoms warrant a call from you, should the need arise in the future.

Well-care visits

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that your child see a physician according to the following schedule.

Age of child 1-5 days 1 month 2 months 4 months 6 months 9 months 12 months (1 year) 15 months 18 months 24 months (2 years) 30 months 36 months (3 years) 48 months (4 years) *Recommended every year after, or at your doctor’s discretion American Academy of Pediatrics www.aap.org Source 2: www.healthychildren.org

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Understanding

others

helps create a better world Lynn U. Nichols

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s parents, many of us say we just want our kids to be happy. But what is happiness? Is it being the best player on the team? Achieving top grades? Having a big house to live in? These things bring about a lot of feelings, like satisfaction and pride, but they don’t bring happiness. We all have our own definition of happiness. What’s yours? Likely a part of your answer involves having close friends and family. Intimate relationships are not achieved, they are fostered: by listening, understanding and really being there for each other. In other words, by showing empathy.

The best way to describe empathy is standing in another person’s shoes. It’s that feeling of deep understanding, often brought about by our own life experiences. We know what it’s like to be sad, disappointed, worried, or excited and filled with joy. We know what it feels like to fail, to be on the outside of a group, or to be at the top of our game. Sharing our own stories with our kids helps create empathy, and connection—and teaches them to do the same.

Empathy is both a learned skill and an innate personality trait. “We

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are all born with a certain temperament.

Some kids naturally internalize and feel other kids’ feelings. Others need guidance from parents or other adults to recognize how another child might feel. All kids are capable of empathy, whether it comes naturally or not,” says Dr. Usha Udupa, a child psychiatrist with Mountain Crest Behavioral Health Center, a division of Poudre Valley Health System.

Once a child identifies that another child is hurt or sad, she often responds with kindness or an offer to help. It’s not uncommon to see a 3-year-old handing a crying baby a toy to cheer him up or asking a friend who falls down if she is okay.

Even when empathy doesn’t come naturally, kids learn that when they say, do or act a certain way (hit, yell or hurt), they often get a negative reaction, and when they are kind, helpful and caring, they get a positive one.

It’s never too early to teach empathy.

Try these following tips to hone your child’s empathy skills: STRENGTHEN HER AWARENESS OF FEELINGS One way to teach empathy is to point out to your child her own feelings and reactions to certain situations. Start by stating the obvious—if a friend gives your daughter a compliment, say, ‘It sure feels good to get a compliment, doesn’t it?’ By recognizing her own feelings, your daughter understands the joy of getting a compliment and is more likely to start giving compliments to others. The same is true for hurtful situations. If your daughter makes a birthday list and leaves off a friend, you can help her understand the consequences of her actions by reminding her of a time when she was left out and how that felt—and questioning, ‘Will Sara feel that way, too?’

Make a point of helping your child recognize what she is feeling in any given moment, and connecting it to an action. For example, you can say, ‘Look, that little boy is sad because he can’t find his dog. He must really miss his dog. Let’s go help him.’ Also, when reading, take the opportunity to ask how a character feels, or why she thinks that character feels that way.

GIVE PRAISE FOR KIND ACTS You can also teach empathy by praising

your child when he does a kind act.

Rewarding kind acts with praise gives the message that you value kindness.

“Parental approval is very important for kids. If you sense they are being kind to please you, that’s okay. Even if they do it for your attention, it’s forming a habit of kindness and over time, the rewards of giving will take over,” says Udupa. You can also reward with special activities or treats. For example, if your kids are getting along great you can say: ‘I like the way you and your brother are helping each other and being kind today. Let’s take a break and go on a bike ride together.’ Doing so teaches that kindness brings reward—mostly internally but sometimes externally as well.

attend a cultural event that shows different customs and traditions from yours.

Take the chance to point out how people who look or act differently than you often have the same feelings or wants and needs as you. This helps break down barriers between race, age and gender.

“Kids in general are afraid of what they’re not familiar with—anyone who looks differently or talks differently makes kids feel uncomfortable. It’s less an issue of racism and more an issue of feeling comfortable. Teach your kids that when someone is different it’s not wrong, just interesting, by exposing them to different races and cultures whenever you can,” Udupa advises.

BE EMPATHETIC YOURSELF Of course, kids learn most from watching their parents in action. The best way to teach empathy is to simply model it yourself. Offer to pick up your neighbor’s papers while they are out of town or walk the dog of the elderly woman down the street. Bring flowers or a card to a friend who needs a boost, hold the door for the person behind you at the bank and offer for someone to go ahead in the grocery line. If this is the way you live your life, so will your kids.

Don’t forget to model good listening—a key ingredient in empathy.

When your kids talk to you, stop, look them in the eyes, and listen.

Reflect back what they are saying to you. Offer comfort or join in on their joy. Really be there for them, and for others, too.

MODEL TOLERANCE AND UNDERSTANDING It is easy to read the paper and rant and rave about something someone did, or drive down the road and complain about another person’s driving habits. Complaining out loud teaches intolerance— and basically says, ‘If everyone acted like I do, thought like I do, looked like I do, felt like I do, the world would be a better place.’ When you can, voice understanding of other people’s differences.

Emulate Paul McCartney’s live and let live philosophy and your kids will, too.

POINT OUT OTHER PEOPLE’S PERSPECTIVES Young kids tend to think everyone feels the same as they do, and that life is basically the same for everyone. Spaghetti is their favorite food, so everyone must love it. They live in a house, so everyone else does, too. Teaching kids that people have different opinions and points of view—and that one way isn’t better than the other—helps foster empathy.

Help kids stand in other people’s shoes by adding perspective-taking comments when you read books, watch shows or attend a community event. For example, you could ride the city bus if it’s something you normally don’t do, or

CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUR KIDS TO HELP AND PRACTICE EMPATHY Tap into what your kids care about or are good at, and encourage them to share this caring or skill. For example, does he love animals? Set him up to volunteer at a local animal shelter. Is she good at math? Encourage her to be a tutor to a younger neighborhood child who struggles with math.

“Single out your kids’ strengths and help them find ways to apply those strengths. Doing so not only boosts their own confidence, but helps them connect and feel needed—something that’s especially important for teens who are often insecure by nature,” Udupa concludes.

Teach empathy every chance you get, and you’ll not only boost your child’s happiness, but make the world a better place in the process.

UC Health sponsored this article.

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Family Health Directory 2015-2016

ACUPUNCTURE Wisdom Ways Acupuncture 363 W. Drake Road, Ste. 1, FC, 227-3077 www.wisdomwaysacupuncture.com Specializing in internal medical issues, gynecological care.

ALLERGY Allergy Partners 555 Prospect Ave., EP. 221-2370 2026 Blue Mesa St., LV. 663-0144 www.allergypartners.com Leaders in allergy and asthma care.

Aspen Medical Center – Allergy 702-A W. Drake Rd., FC, 229-4600 2923 Ginnala Dr., LV, 669-6660 www.bannerhealth.com.

Colorado Allergy and Asthma Centers 1136 E. Stuart St., Bldg. 3, Ste. 3200, FC, 221-1681 7251 W. 20th St., Bldg. N, GR 356-3907, www.coloradoallergy.com Specializing in allergies, asthma and eczema treatment for children and families.

CHIROPRACTIC AND MASSAGE SERVICES Family & Sport Chiropractic 1035 Robertson St., FC, 224-2282 www.drmontywilburndc.com Impact Chiropractic Family Health Center 1027 W. Horsetooth Rd., Ste. 101, FC, 223-5501 www.impact-chiropractic.com Hand Chiropractic 1630 S. Lemay Ave. #4, FC 221-9300, www.handchiro.com Combining modern technology with traditional care.

Pivotal Wellness 4021 S College Ave., FC, 266-0003 www.pivotalwellness.com Family focused chiropractic and massage.

Scott Family Health 4038 S. Timberline St., Ste. 120, FC, 267-9600, 1491 N. Denver Ave., Ste. 101, LV, 663-2225 www.scottfamilyhealth.com

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Weld Family Clinic of Chiropractic 1713 61st Ave., GR, 356-5255 www.weldfamily clinic.com Lifestyle chiropractic care to keep your family’s health at its peak.

COUNSELING AND THERAPY Beyond the Mirror 1031 Robertson St., FC, 402-8543 www.beyondthemirror.org Braindrops, Play Therapy and Wellness 1304 S. College Ave., FC, 720-240-6330 www.braindropsplaytherapy.com Benefits children and families living with autism, anxiety, ADHD, challenging behaviors, more.

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Aronson Family Dental 1217 E. Elizabeth St., Unit 10, FC, 472-0488 www.aronsonfamilydentistry.com

BenchMarkDental 1640 25th Ave., GR. 352-5448 640 E. Eisenhower Blvd., Ste. 100, LV. 667-8782 ,1555 Main Street, Ste. A-2, WS. 970-686-7858 www.BenchMarkDentalCare.com Specializing in implants and dentures for those 50 and up.

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Big Grins 3221 Eastbrook Dr., FC, 407-1020 www.biggrinswithdrgreg.com Infant and pediatric dental care in a fun and comfortable environment.

Bright Now! Dental 3531 S. College Ave., FC, 498-8706 www.brightnow.com Center for Endodontic Care 1331 E. Prospect Rd., FC, 232-3750 4669 W. 20th St., LV, 232-3755 516 W. Eisenhower Blvd., LV, 232-3757 www.centerforendocare.com Centre Family Dentistry 1001 Centre Ave., FC, 407-1001 www.fortcollinsdentist.com Choice Dental Care, LLC Thomas Harvey, DDS 1040 E. Elizabeth St., Ste. 202, FC, 224-4093 www.choicedentalcarellc.com Coombs Orthodontics 730 Whalers Way, Ste. 200, FC, 226-5505, www.coombsbraces.com Specialist in orthodontics for children and adults; complimentary consultation; financing options.

David L. Way, DDS, MS 1424 E. Horsetooth Road, Ste. # 1, FC, 286-7613, www.orthoway.com Dental Connections www.LCDentalConnections.org Affordable dental care for adults with low incomes and no dental insurance.

Distinctive Dental Care, PLLC 1221 E. Elizabeth St., FC, 223-8555 www.mydistinctivedental.com Goings Orthodontics 4733 S. Timberline Rd., #101, FC, 377-1888 www.goingsorthodontics.com Complimentary initial consultation; fast, gentle treatment; friendly comfortable atmosphere.

Greeley Modern Dentistry and Orthodontics 6632 10th St., Ste. 101, GR, 353-4848 www.GreeleyModernDentistry.com

Johnston Dentistry 2001 S. Shields St., Bldg. E, Ste. 200, FC, 493-5120 Jonathan L. Nelson, D.D.S. 1297 Main St., Ste. 3, WS, 686-7775 Kindergrins 126 E 29th St., LV, 635-4353 www.kindergrins.com Kindergrins Dental is a General Dentistry office for Infants, Children, & Young Adults.

Mark D. Crane, DDS, MS 4144 Timberline Rd., FC, 226-6443, 3520 E. 15th St., Ste. 101, LV 663-4871, www.drcraneorthodontics.com Specializing in helping kids, teens and adults achieve a straight, beautiful smile.

Milnor Orthodontics 1103 S. Shields St., FC, 484-3214 www.milnororthodontics.com Free examination, evaluation and explanation of your child’s needs.

North Beach Dental 1102 E. Lincoln Ave., FC, 224-2688 www.northbeach dental.com Child-friendly, slowpaced, quality dentistry for infants, children, teens and pregnant moms.

Northern Colorado Orthodontics 1295 Main St. Ste. 4, WS, 674-0717 www.nocoortho.com

Paul Sherick, Orthodontic Specialist 1136 E. Stuart St., Ste. 2-160, FC, 221-2616, 2984 Ginnala Dr., LV, 663-4356, 600 S. St. Vrain Ave., Ste. 3., EP, 221-2616 www.psherickdds.com Helping children and adults achieve a beautiful, healthy smile.

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Wild for a Smile Childrens Dentistry 1819 61st Ave., GR, 506-1339 www.wildforasmile.com Caring for babies and children of all ages.

Windsor Pediatric Dentistry 1299 W. Main St., Unit C, WS, 674-3247 www.windsorpediatricdentistry.com Specialized dentistry for infants, children, teens and children with special health care needs.

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DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE PREVENTION TEAM Fort Collins, 201 S. College Ave., FC, 224-9931 www.teamfortcollins.org Promotes healthy lifestyles for all ages to prevent drug and alcohol abuse.

FAMILY PHYSICIANS Associates in Family Medicine Eight clinics in Fort Collins, Loveland and Windsor, www.afmfc.com Urgent care, family, sports and internal medicine, pediatrics, prenatal and obstetrical care.

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Family Medicine Center 1025 Pennock Place, FC, 495-8800 General medical care for community members who might otherwise go without healthcare.

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Miramont Family Medicine Four locations in northern Colorado—FC, LV, WL, 482-0213 www.miramont.us Comprehensive, patient-centered health care for the whole family.

Rocky Mountain Family Physicians 1124 E. Elizabeth, Bldg. C, FC 484-0798, www.RMFamilyPhys.com Same-day appointments, new patients welcome, sports and backto-school well checks.

Salud Family Health Centers Located in EP, FC, GR. www.saludclinic.org Comprehensive family care.

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Sunrise Community Health Locations in LV, GR. www.sunrisecommunityhealth.org Comprehensive family care.

University of Colorado Health Medical Group Clinics Northern Colorado, www.pvhs.org Family medical practice providing quality healthcare services.

Fort Collins Club 1307 E. Prospect, FC, 224-2582 www.fortcollinsclub.net Complete range of family fitness facilities and services. Afterschool and summer camps.

Miramont Lifestyle Fitness 901 Oakridge Drive, FC, 282-1000 1800 Heath Pkwy., FC, 221-5000 2211 S. College Ave., FC, 225-2233 3755 Precision Drive, Ste., 100, LV, 744-5005, www.miramontlifestyle.com Family health and wellness services.

Youth programs for a lifestyle of fitness.

Raintree Athletic Club 2555 S. Shields St., FC, 490-1300 www.raintreeathleticclub.com Swimming, cycling, Cross Fit, court sports, aerobics classes, Pilates, BarrePOWER, more.

HEALTH INFORMATION healthinfosource.com www.healthinfosource.com A comprehensive guide to local healthcare providers, topics and events.

HEALTH INSURANCE CHP+ or Family Medicaid United Way of Weld County 814 9th St, GR, 353-4300 www.unitedway-weld.org Low-cost health insurance application assistance available. Dial 2-1-1 or 800-559-5590.

Connect for Health-Weld County 2930 11th Ave., Evans, 350-4673 www.northcoloradohealthalliance. org/connect-for-health-colorado Impartial assistance to consumers seeking health coverage through the health insurance marketplace.

Healthy Communities 1525 Blue Spruce Dr., FC 498-6755, www.larimer.org/health/ chs/epsdt.asp Connecting families to healthcare.

Kaiser Permanente Several locations throughout northern Colorado. 877-297-0566 www.kaiserpermanente.org/ask-co Plans for the whole family and 5-star rated Medicare health plan.

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Larimer Health Connect 144 N. Mason St., Unit 7, FC, 472-0444, 1501 Blue Spruce Drive, First Floor, FC, 1025 Pennock Place, FC, 1635 Blue Spruce Drive, FC 205 East 6th St., Second Floor, LV www.larimerhealthconnect.org In-person help to connect residents to quality, affordable health insurance.

HEALTH PROMOTION SERVICES

Health District of Northern Larimer County 120 Bristlecone Dr., FC, 224-5209 www.healthdistrict.org Provides prescription assistance, mental health, dental, preventive and health planning services.

Sands and Associates 1021 Robertson St., FC, 482-0666

MENTAL HEALTH

Mental Health Connections 525 W. Oak St., FC, 221-5551 www.mentalhealthconnections.com Mental health & substance abuse resources—information, referrals, low-cost counseling.

Mountain Crest Behavioral Health 4601 Corbett Dr., FC, 207-4800 www.pvhs.org/mountain-crestbehavioral-healthcare-center Helps adults and adolescents with mental health challenges and substance abuse issues.

OB/GYN

HOSPITALS Estes Park Medical Center 555 Prospect Ave., EP, 586-2317 www.epmedcenter.com Emergency medicine, wellness programs, preventive care, health maintenance, health restoration and support.

OB/GYN Associates 1900 N. Boise Ave., Suites 300, 410, LV, 667-2009 www.bannerhealth.com Specializing in OB-GYN, promotes healthy living through every phase of women’s lives.

ORTHOPAEDICS McKee Medical Center 2000 Boise Ave., LV, 669-4640 www.bannerhealth.com Medical Center of the Rockies 2500 Rocky Mountain Way, LV 624-2500, www.pvhs.org/mcr Offering a full spectrum of services, specialties in cardiac and trauma care.

North Colorado Medical Center 1801 16th St., GR, 352-4121 www.bannerhealth.com Poudre Valley Hospital 1024 S. Lemay Ave., FC 495-7000, www.pvhs.org/pvh Array of treatments, surgeries, diagnostics in more than 3 dozen specialties.

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Aspen Medical Center —Internal Medicine 2923 Ginnala Dr., LV, 669-6660 www.bannerhealth.com

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Orthopaedic & Spine Center of the Rockies 2500 E. Prospect Rd., FC, 493-0112 3470 E. 15th St., LV, 663-3975, www.orthohealth.com Complete orthopaedics and sports medicine, for all ages.

Scott Family Health 4038 S. Timberline St., Ste. 120, FC, 267-9600, 1491 N. Denver Ave., Ste. 101, LV, 663-2225 www.scottfamilyhealth.com Your path to good health.

PEDIATRICIANS The Children’s Health Place 1601 25th Ave., GR, 356-2600 www.thechildrenshealthplace.com Habla Espanol.

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Loveland Pediatrics 2555 E. 13th St., Ste., 130, LV, 6635437, www.bannerhealth.com Pediatricians partner with parents to ensure optimal health for each child.

Youth Clinic 1200 E. Elizabeth St., FC 1214 Oak Park Dr., FC 2695 Rocky Mountain Ave., LV 267-9510, www.youthclinic.com Family healthcare for infants through early adults. Sports physicals and onsite psychologist.

PHYSICALS General Care 620 S. Lemay Ave., FC, 482-6620 9299 Eastman Park Dr., WS 221-5811, www.concentra.com Specializing in sports and camp physicals for all ages.

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Children’s Speech & Reading Center 1330 Oakridge Dr. #10, FC 419-0486, www.csrckids.org Quality speech, language & literacy programs. Sliding scale. ASHA certified therapists. Nonprofit.

Speech & Language Stimulation Center 317 N. Meldrum, FC, 495-1150 www.speech-language-voice.com Early intervention, articulation, language, literacy, social language skills, vocal cord issues, more.

My Heroes 701 S. Overland Tr., FC, 678-984-7774 www.myheroestherapy.com Providing hippotherapy services, for individual patient’s goals and needs.

PRENATAL 4-D SonoImage 295 E. 29th St., LV, 460-1596 www.4DSonoImage.com Sonograms for expecting mothers performed on site for your conve­nience.

REHABILITATION & PHYSICAL THERAPY Berkana Rehabilitation Institute 1024 Centre Ave., Bldg. E, Ste. 100, FC, 797-2431 www.berkanarehab.com

Harmony Hand and Physical Therapy 3744 S. Timberline Road, FC. 204-4263, 1455 Main St., Ste. 160, WS. 674-9675 www.harmonyhand.com

Scott Family Health 4038 S. Timberline St., Ste. 120, FC, 267-9600, 1491 N. Denver Ave., Ste. 101, LV, 663-2225 www.scottfamilyhealth.com Your path to good health.

REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH

Rocky Mountain Center for Reproductive Medicine 1080 E. Elizabeth St., FC, 493-6353 www.drbachus.com.

Compassionate, individualized infertility diagnostic and fertility treatment options.

SENIOR HEALTH Columbine Health Systems 947 Worthington Cir., FC, 482-0198 www.columbine health.com Nursing facilities, independent and assisted living, rehabilitation, therapy, and more.

SMOKING PREVENTION

Health District of N. Larimer County 120 Bristlecone Dr., FC, 224-5209 www.healthdistrict.org Shows you proven techniques to help you step free from tobacco.

Weld County Tobacco Education Program 1555 N. 17th Ave., GR, 304-6470 x2385, www.tobaccofreeweld.com Provides tobacco-cessation opportunities, resources for businesses, and information on secondhand smoke.

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SPINE & BRAIN CARE

Front Range Center for Brain & Spine Surgery 1313 Riverside Ave., FC, 493-1292 www.brain-spine.com Full-service practice dedicated to spine and brain surgery offering comprehensive clinical expertise.

Spine Correction Center of the Rockies 2244 E. Harmony St., Ste. 110, FC 226-1117, www.spinecorrectioncenter.com Specializing in neuropathy treatment and all spine-related services.

URGENT CARE Banner Urgent Care 2001 70th Av., Ste. 110, GR, 8104155, 2555 E. 13th St., Ste. 110, LV, 820-4264, 1300 Main St., WS, 6665646, www.bannerhealth.com Walk-in visits and after-hours care.

CHMG Urgent Care, Loveland 3850 N. Grant Ave., Ste. 140, LV, 624-5150 www.pvhs.org/loveland-urgent-care Services for minor injuries and illnesses, such as flu, strep throat, sprains, fractures.

Concentra Urgent Care 620 S. Lemay Ave., FC, 221-5811 www.concentra.com

Drs. Cecil & Morrow 2902 Ginnala Dr., LV, 669-8998 www.cecil.yourmd.com

Family Medicine Center Walk-In Clinic 1025 Pennock Place, Ste., 121, FC, 495-8980 For life’s unexpected illnesses and minor injuries.

Harmony Urgent Care Center 2127 E. Harmony Rd., Ste. 140, FC, 297-6250 www.pvhs.org/harmony-urgent-care Services for minor injuries and illnesses, such as flu, strep throat, sprains, fractures.

NextCare Urgent Care 1011 39th Ave., GR, 351-8181 Extended hours. Affordable in-house labs and x-rays.

Skyline Urgent Care 2555 E. 13th St., Ste. 110, LV, 461-6140, www.bannerhealth.com Provides walk-in visits and after-hours care minor injuries and illnesses.

VISION 2020 Vision Center 3501 S. Shields St., FC, 490-2020 www.2020visioncenter.com

Adventure Dental & Vision 3485C W. 10th St., GR, 353-4746 www.adventuregreeley.com General dentistry, orthodontics, and vision care for children and young adults.

WOMEN’S HEALTH A Woman’s Healing Center, LLC 1006 Luke St., FC, 419-1111 www.AWomansHealingCenter.com A Woman’s Place of Fort Collins 1224 E. Elizabeth St., FC, 221-4977

Eye Center of Northern Colorado 1725 E. Prospect Rd., FC, 221-2222 6125 Skypond Dr., LV, 663-3262 2555 13th St., LV, 679-0000 www.eyecenternoco.com Offering compassionate and comprehensive medical, surgical and optical care.

Kirk Eye Center 3650 E. 15th St., LV, 669-1107 www.kirkeyecenter.com A full-service eye clinic & optical department serving Loveland, and northern Colorado.

Positive Vision 1015 S. Taft Hill Rd., FC, 482-6034 www.positivedentalvision.com Provides comprehensive vision care for every member of your family.

See Life Family Vision Source 2867 35th Ave., GR, 346-1411 www.seelifevision.com

Scott Family Health 4038 S. Timberline St., Ste. 120, FC, 267-9600, 1491 N. Denver Ave., Ste. 101, LV, 663-2225 www.scottfamilyhealth.com Your path to good health.

Stronger Together 2114 Midpoint Dr., FC, 225-0019 curves.com/strongertogether

Women’s Clinic of Northern Colorado 1107 S. Lemay Ave., Ste. 300, FC, 493-7442 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave., Ste. 150, LV, 493-7442, www.fcwc.com Caring for all women always.

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