October is the national Breast Cancer Awareness month, and for you ladies living in the Carson, Reno and Tahoe areas, Carson Tahoe Health is offering discounted digital mammography for uninsured and underinsured cash pay patients throughout the month of October. Discount prices range from $75-$100, with prices varying based on location. Preventative breast health is one of the most proactive measures women can take when it comes to their health. Carson Tahoe Health understands that in today’s busy world, women have the tendency to put themselves last when it comes to their own health. This month, it is our goal to help empower women to take charge of their health by being aware of the risk factors that can lead …
Continue reading “Think About Your Breast Health & Get Checked This Month!”
October 15, 2013
Autumn is here, but that doesn’t mean your healthy habits need to FALL by the wayside! {bad pun intended}. This season, we encourage you to live the healthiest you can, whether it’s kicking a bad habit, starting a new one, or trying something new, taking proactive action about your health is ALWAYS a good idea! Take a tailgate time-out. It’s an all-American pastime, we know, but the tailgate parties every weekend can actually be really hard on your body. With lots of drinking, unhealthy food, and cold weather, you are putting your body through a lot! Don’t despair, we suggest bringing healthy options for food, and instead of indulging in adult beverages every weekend, bring a flavored water or hot …
Continue reading “5 for Friday: 5 Tips for Fall Healthy Living”
October 11, 2013
This past weekend we welcomed a new season, some brisker weather and even the area’s first snowfall! As the seasons change, so do our preferred produce choices, which is why Kim Mason, a registered dietician at Carson Tahoe Health, shares some of the best ‘superfoods’ to incorporate into our meals this autumn. Apples The harvest season for apples is between August and November, making this prime time to enjoy some of your favorite varieties. Whether it’s Macintosh, Washington Red or a Pink Lady, they make a wonderful snack choice! With 4 grams of dietary fiber and a flavonoid-rich skin, apples are an A+ fall superfood! Squash Move over summer squash! Fall and winter squash offer a finer and sweeter flavor …
September 24, 2013
Mosquito larva infected with West Nile Virus has been identified in several Northern Nevada counties.
July 25, 2013