Posts by Kirsten
Can Glaucoma Be Prevented?
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about glaucoma, one of the leading causes of irreversible blindness worldwide. This month encourages everyone to take proactive steps in understanding, preventing, and managing glaucoma through regular comprehensive eye exams. Comprehensive eye exams at CHDC can detect early warning signs and help protect your long-term vision.
Read MoreStress 101: Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
In the Q&A below, CHDC Behavioral Health Consultant Laura Galindez, LCSW, explains the effects of stress on the body and provides coping strategies and techniques to strengthen your mental health.
Read MoreMaking Sense of Online Health Information
The internet has made health information more accessible than ever. But along with valuable resources, there’s also a lot of misleading information online and it can be hard to tell the difference.
Read MoreUnderstanding Medicaid
Health insurance is important to keeping your family healthy, but recent changes in Medicaid rules can make it feel confusing to know whether you’re still covered. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), CHDC is committed to making sure you and your family continue to have access to quality care regardless of changes to your insurance status.
Read MoreFlu Season is Here!
Getting an annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and your community from serious illness. The vaccine is updated each year to protect against current strains and is recommended for everyone 6 months and older. If you haven’t received a flu shot yet, there’s still time.
Read MoreLiving With #Hope4Hadley
In honor of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September, we interviewed CHDC OB/GYN Nurse Practitioner, Krista Dankiw-Ludwig, to learn more about her family’s journey. Over the past six years, Krista has navigated life as a brain cancer research advocate, healthcare provider, and most importantly, a parent.
Read MoreCommunity Health Update: 9/26/2025
CHDC supports the following recent statements and recommendations made by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG). Please consult your CHDC provider for additional guidance.
Read MoreHealthy Habits Start at Home
We want to encourage a healthy lifestyle for kids and their families, especially during September’s Childhood Obesity Month. A few healthy habits can make a big difference, and they don’t have to be difficult to start.
Read More60 Years of Impact
We’re celebrating 60 years of improving our nation’s health! Join us as we take a trip through the past, present, and future of CHDC. We invite you to watch this inspiring video, which reflects on the incredible history and impact of health centers like ours.
Read MoreBack-to-School Health Checklist for Kids
With a new year of learning also comes new health needs: vaccinations, physicals, vision exams, dental cleanings, and more! Our CHDC providers are here to make sure your child or teen is ready to start the school year off healthy from head to toe.
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