Health

January 8, 2020

The Power is in Your Hands to Prevent the Flu

The Four Principles of Hand Awareness: WASH your hands with soap and water when they are dirty and BEFORE eating. DO NOT cough or sneeze into […]
December 5, 2019

Did you get your flu shot?

Did You Know? • Influenza is more serious than the common cold. It causes a fever, aching muscles, chills, headache, cough, fatigue, nasal congestion, and a […]
October 14, 2019

The Impact of Michigan Medicine School-Based Health Centers

The RAHS School-Based Health Centers (SBHCs) provide youth-centered care and enhanced access-to-services, and address care gaps. Coordination of care between SBHCs and Primary Care Providers (PCPs) […]
February 22, 2019

Put Your Best Fork Forward

We’ve all heard the phrase “K.I.S.S.” or “keep it simple stupid”. We challenge you to make simple, healthy choices. You might choose to increase your fruit […]
February 20, 2019
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National Children’s Dental Health Month

Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease in children even though it is preventable. Developing good brushing habits at an early age and scheduling regular […]
February 14, 2019
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School-based Health Awareness Month 2019

School-Based Health Centers: Healing Super Heroes Every School Day! From the School-Based Health Alliance Every February, the school-based health care community celebrates National School-Based Health Care […]
October 19, 2018

It’s Pumpkin Season!

Did you know that you can eat all the parts of a pumpkin? Well, everything but the stem. The pumpkin flesh and skin are high in: […]
September 27, 2018

National Childhood Obesity Month

September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. 1 in 6 children in the United States are obese – that is 17 percent! Children who are obese […]
September 21, 2018

Sleep and the School Year

The school year is new, and your children are likely still adjusting to the change in their schedule. Pencils, papers, clothing and shoes are ALL important […]
April 3, 2018

TALK, TEST, TREAT – Prevention is the Key to Health

April is Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Awareness Month. RAHS staff ensure that all aspects of health, including sexuality, prevention, screening, and treatment for STDs is a normal […]
February 27, 2018

National Nutrition Month

Did you know… March is National Nutrition Month! A whole month dedicated to putting nutrition in the forefront to help us all improve our health and […]
December 1, 2015

Year-Round Community Resources

These are only a few of the resources available in this community year-round. For more information on available programs, services, and resources, contact Nancy Thome, RAHS […]
February 20, 2013

Spring Clean Your Health!

Spring is almost here, and spring cleaning is something many start to anticipate. How about spring cleaning your health? Here are 5 tips to jump start […]
April 16, 2013

Lauren’s Story

Lauren is a 16 year old who began coming to the RAHS clinic to participate in the Mood and Movement group.  She initially reported being interested […]
August 6, 2013

How Much Do You Know About Sunscreen?

Yes, here is yet another post about sunscreen despite this fall-like weather we’re having here in Michigan! Millions of Americans rely on sunscreen for protection from […]
August 20, 2013

End of Summer Self-Care: Sleep & Nutrition

While the end of break quickly approaches, along with the dread of 6:00am alarm clocks going off, it is good to take a moment and focus […]