During a Well Child Exam, the following are completed/reviewed: Complete health history review Physical examination Various screenings which may include but are not limited to vision/hearing, anemia, blood pressure, depression or other mental health issues as appropriate Discussion of the child’s weight, height and body mass index, nutrition, sleep habits, physical development and activity, risks…
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News Release from the Washington State Department of Health For immediate release: June 29, 2021 Don’t forget your mask after June 30 – you may still need it even if you’re vaccinated OLYMPIA – The Secretary of Health’s mask order will remain in place even after June 30, which means that people who are not…
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Severe heat may cause illness or even death. When temperatures rise to extreme highs, reduce risks by taking the following precautions. Hot weather precautions to reduce the risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke Stay indoors and in an air-conditioned environment as much as possible unless you’re sure your body has a high tolerance for…
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6-14-2021 NEW Health Expanding Dental Access in Colville. NEW Health’s Colville Dental Clinic has expanded and relocated to 161 E. 3rd Avenue. Colville residents now have increased access to dental services with the move to its new location. The new dental clinic includes additional operatories and will bring on a new dentist to serve Colville…
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6-1-21 NEW Health had the opportunity to share our Colville Clinic location during a scheduled site visit with Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers. During the visit, NEW Health curbside testing and vaccine sites were visited, the integrated care models discussed and a tour of capital projects of the Colville Dental Clinic. The integrated care model highlighted…
Read More CDC Mask Guidance On May 13, Washington adopted the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) masking guidance allowing individuals who have been fully vaccinated to no longer wear a mask in most settings. However, masks will still be required for all individuals in: • Health care setting like hospitals, long-term care facilities, and doctor’s…
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Every year millions of people live with some form of mental illness. Now more than ever we need to find ways to stay connected. No one should feel alone or without the information, support and help they need. At NEW Health your mental health matters! Please take a moment to listen to our Behavioral Health…
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If you’ve been fully vaccinated: You can gather indoors with fully vaccinated people without wearing a mask or staying 6 feet apart. You can gather indoors with unvaccinated people of any age from one other household (for example, visiting with relatives who all live together) without masks or staying 6 feet apart, unless any of…
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April 24th through May 1st 2021 National Infant Immunization Week (NIIW) is April 24 – May 1, 2021. Each year, NIIW celebrates the critical role vaccination plays in protecting the health of our children and families — and this year we’re reminding parents of the importance of staying up to date with routinely recommended vaccines, even during COVID-19. As a parent, you want to protect your little…
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Dr. Robby Riddle talks about the importance of colorectal screening in this video. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends that adults aged 50-75 be screened for colorectal cancer. The decision to be screened after age 75 should be made on an individual basis. If you are aged 76-85, ask your doctor if you should…
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