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As flu, COVID-19, and RSV season approaches, it's important to be aware that the symptoms of these respiratory illnesses can overlap. If you're feeling unwell, check your symptoms with the chart pictured to help determine which illness might be affecting you. While the symptoms may be similar, getting tested is crucial in understanding which virus you're dealing with and how to treat it. ? Molecular tests are the most accurate and available at BCH, helping to differentiate between flu, COVID-19, and RSV. ?? Antiviral treatments like Tamiflu? for the flu or Paxlovid? for COVID-19 may be prescribed depending on your condition. Remember to take care of yourself by resting, staying hydrated, and using over-the-counter medications to manage symptoms. If your symptoms persist or worsen, please consult with your provider. If you have any questions or need to schedule a test, we're here to help. Stay safe and healthy! ?? #BoulderCommunityHealth #FluSeason #COVID19 #RSV #StayHealthy #TestAndTreat #BCHCare #HealthTips

Healthy Eating Over the Holidays: A Balanced Approach The holidays are a wonderful time for enjoying tasty meals and celebrating with loved ones. Encouraging us to embrace the celebrations with a sense of mindfulness and balance, Robert Fineberg, MD, DABOM reminds us, “Enjoy the holidays and all the food that is to offer, but do it reasonably and be mindful about portion sizes and proportions of food.” As a board-certified family practitioner specializing in Obesity Medicine at Boulder Creek Family Medicine, Dr. Fineberg brings a wealth of experience and a compassionate approach to his patients’ health. With a commitment to helping individuals live their healthiest lives, Dr. Fineberg understands that food plays a vital role in fostering connections and creating joyful memories during the holidays. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g4_kpYPX

November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month! At Boulder Community Health, we’re proud to offer palliative care services focused on improving quality of life for patients facing serious illnesses. Our compassionate team is here to help manage pain, relieve symptoms, and provide emotional and spiritual support to both patients and their families. ?? #HospiceAndPalliativeCareMonth #BoulderCommunityHealth

T-3 weeks until Colorado Gives Day on December 10th! Your donation to the Boulder Community Health Foundation helps us provide vital care to those in need. Let’s make a difference together! ?? Give early: https://lnkd.in/grwyEgZ3 #ColoradoGives #ColoradoGivesDay #BoulderCommunityHealth #GiveBack

4 Tips to fight antibiotic resistant bacteria November 18 – 24 is U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week (USAAW), a time to recognize the important work our pharmacists do to limit the development and spread of antibiotic resistant bacteria. Antibiotic and antimicrobial medications are used to treat bacterial infections and are ineffective for treating viral illness. When used for treating a bacterial infection, antibiotics are associated with side effects such as diarrhea, allergic reactions, and colonization of resistant bacteria in the body. For these reasons, antibiotics should only be used when needed. https://lnkd.in/gifXMgiM

Meet Courtney Pramann, NP at Internal Medicine Associates of Boulder! When she’s not providing expert care to her patients, Courtney is on the dance floor! She loves ballroom dancing and is pictured here with her instructor. ??? Be sure to show some love for Courtney and all our amazing NPs this week! ?? #NPWeek #HealthcareHeroes #NursePractitioner #BoulderCommunityHealth #BallroomDance

November 13-19th, we recognize Transgender Awareness Week. At Boulder Community Health, we are committed to fostering inclusivity, respect, and understanding for all individuals, regardless of gender identity. As we lead up to Transgender Day of Remembrance on November 20th, let’s celebrate the beauty of diversity, uplift positive stories, and continue working toward a world where everyone can live authentically. ???????? #TransgenderAwarenessWeek #TDOR

Find out if you have prediabetes You could have prediabetes and not even know it. More than 1 in 3 adult Americans — approximately 98 million — have the condition, but 80% don't realize it. Early diagnosis of prediabetes is a warning sign for you to begin making lifestyle changes to prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes, which puts you at increased risk for stroke, heart attack, kidney disease, nerve damage and other life-changing conditions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gxAnRKNA

Meet Emma Kenyon, FNP at Boulder Creek Family Medicine! Emma loves taking care of athletes, women, and children. She’s run 4 marathons, placed in the top ten women at the Bolder Boulder, and recently competed in the Indianapolis Half Marathon! ?? Emma is now accepting new patients at Boulder Creek Family Medicine. Be sure to show your support for Emma and all our amazing NPs this week! ?? #NPWeek #BoulderCreekFamilyMedicine #NursePractitioner #BoulderCommunityHealth

Happy NP Week from Boulder Community Health! This week, we celebrate the incredible Nurse Practitioners who make a difference in our community every day. Today we shoutout Denise Kawecki, FNP and Jennifer Marshall, APRN, DNP, FNP-BC, two of our amazing NPs, captured here at the last Practitioner End-of-Year Celebration. Their expertise, compassion, and dedication ensure that our patients receive the best care possible. ?? Thank you, Denise and Jennifer, and to all our NPs at BCH, for your hard work and commitment to excellence! #NPWeek #NursePractitioners #BoulderCommunityHealth