By Kristy Warren

As the hit Hamilton would say, "don't throw away your shot!" this flu season. The Laurel Health Centers and Laurel Pediatrics are offering flu shots by appointment all October. Along with frequent hand washing, a flu shot is your best shot to stay healthy this flu season. Protection is only a call away. To schedule your flu shot, call the Laurel Health Center of your choice at 1-833-LAURELHC (1-833-528-7354) today! For a full list of LHC locations, click here.

By Kristy Warren

Labor Day is often considered the unofficial end-of-summer holiday. While we’re all eager to squeeze in that last bit of warm summer fun, it's important to stay diligent in both our COVID-19 prevention and summer safety measures like heat and sun safety. Keep Laurel Health's simple safety tips in mind to make sure your Labor Day celebration is fun and safe for the whole family. 

By Kristy Warren

The end of summer is always a busy time for families with school-aged children, but 2020 presents back-to-school challenges like nothing we’ve faced before. Coronavirus COVID-19 has impacted all aspects of our lives, including education. Students and their families may be feeling more anxious than usual about returning to school as they cope with uncertainty around how learning will proceed and necessary health safety changes to classrooms. Click for tips on how best to support the students and families in your life. 

By Kristy Warren

This year’s back-to-school season is unlike any other as our community continues to face the challenges of Coronavirus COVID-19. Because students are required to wear face masks in school and during school-related activities, we realize parents may have questions about how to do that effectively, particularly with young children. Click for tips on how to mask your children safely and effectively by age group.

By Kristy Warren

2020 has been a stressful time for everyone, and in times of stress, we often turn to “comfort foods” or increase our snacking. This can spell trouble when our favorite treats include a lot of sugar, especially for those of us whose bodies don’t store glucose well. Diabetes and pre-diabetes affect more than 100 million Americans. Click to learn how changes to our routine, diet, and exercise during COVID-19 can affect our blood sugar levels and the simple steps you can take to get checked out and back on track.

By Kristy Warren

Summer is traditionally the peak season for vacations and socializing, but this year, our summer plans face a brand-new challenge: Coronavirus COVID-19. With COVID-19 cases rising across the country, it’s so important for us to take the right safety precautions to protect ourselves and others while enjoying the warm weather. From outdoor fun and getting creative in your backyard to which activities to skip, click for helpful tips on how you and your loved ones can make the most of the 2020 summer season safely!