Memorial Day, referred to by some as Decoration Day, is a federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May each year. It is a day that honors all men and women who have died while serving in the military for the United States of America. Dating back to the American Civil War, southern states honored the soldiers who had … Read More
YOU ARE GOOD ENOUGH
By Terri Griffith, LPC, Behavioral Health Consultant at Fordland Clinic Whether we realize it or not we are constantly talking to ourselves, telling ourselves we have done good or bad throughout our day. One of the most important things you can do is to begin to identify your self-talk, what is your inner voice saying to you? If you are … Read More
Love Your Neighbor
We are at a “Love Your Neighbor” moment with the COVID-19 pandemic. This is a time when Americans can get vaccinated to help protect their loved ones and their neighbors. Getting vaccinated is an important tool in helping us get back to normal life. Starting April 9th Missourians will have access to three different vaccines. Fordland Clinic is offering the … Read More
Arrival of the COVID VACCINE
Getting vaccinated is one of many steps you can take to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. Protection from COVID-19 is critically important because for some people it can cause severe illness or death. Stopping a pandemic requires using all the tools available. Vaccines work with your immune system so your body will be ready to fight the virus if … Read More
It’s a New Year, Ready for a New You?
It’s a new year, full of opportunity, promise, and hope. While no one knows what 2021 will bring, there is one truth we can’t escape: we’re all older than we were last year. No matter your age, you should feel your best! Let’s make the most with small changes that can make a big difference in your overall health, so … Read More
Preparing for the Holidays
The holidays can be some of the most challenging time for many of us. You may be grieving the loss of a loved one and may even be wondering how you will make it through the holidays this year. Maybe it isn’t the loss of a person that you are grieving, but the loss of just not being able to … Read More
Take Charge of your Diabetes
A diabetes diagnosis can be a scary thing, but there is a lot you can do to keep your diabetes in check and live a happy, healthy, and full life. Making healthy choices and taking steps to manage your diabetes can ensure you don’t just live but thrive with diabetes. But it’s important to take steps now, such as finding … Read More
Are You Connected?
By Terri Griffith, LPC, Behavioral Health Consultant at Fordland Clinic Have you ever been in a room full of people and felt lonely? Many of us think that just because we are with people, we have met that need for connection. This is not true. There is a difference between really connecting and being in the company of other … Read More
Covid-19 Testing
Antibodies (blood test): Do not get tested for antibodies (the SARS-CoV-2 IgG test) until 4 full weeks AFTER you have had Covid or suspect that you have had Covid. It may take a full 4 weeks for this test to be accurate. This test is not used to diagnose a current infection with Covid. A negative test is 100% accurate … Read More
Fordland Clinic Welcomes Dr. Drew Shoemaker
Fordland Clinic is excited to announce that Dr. Drew Shoemaker will be joining the Fordland Clinic team. Dr. Shoemaker completed a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1995. He did his Internship and residency at Lester E. Cox Medical Center, Springfield, MO. Dr. Shoemaker uses a patient-centered approach to healthcare – treating each patient as … Read More