Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of more than 200 viruses, many of which spread through sexual contact. More than 42 million Americans are currently infected with disease causing HPV infections and an estimated 13 million Americans become infected every year (“HPV Infection,” 2021). Over 80% of individuals will get an HPV infection in their…
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Your emotional, psychological, and social well-being, which influences how we think, feel, and act, is known as your mental health. Your ability to relate to others, make good decisions, and manage stress can all be influenced by your mental health. It’s crucial to take control of your mental health to minimize your chances of developing…
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Dentures are artificial teeth-replacing devices that are held in place by the surrounding hard and soft tissues of the mouth cavity. Traditional dentures can be taken out. Though there are numerous denture designs, and some of them rely on cementing or fastening to natural teeth or dental implants. According to the American College of Prosthodontist,…
Read MoreNEW Health broke ground in Newport on Monday, December 5th! We are excited to bring patient-centered, quality care to Newport and the surrounding areas. NEW Health Newport will be a 21,510 square foot facility with 16 dental operatories, 12 medical rooms, 2 behavioral health rooms, 2 community rooms, a pharmacy, and a training room. Once…
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Did you know that you can take charge of your health care today from a phone? Link to Care WA is a new program that helps community members like you get health care online. We have partnered with Link to Care WA to make technology work for you. Going online for your health care with…
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With the winter weather fast approaching, it can often be difficult to make your scheduled appointments. The harsh weather and road conditions can turn your day upside down. Don’t fret, NEW Health offers virtual visits! Receive the same quality care you have come to rely on without the drive to the clinic! All you need…
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Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. This type mainly develops in adults over the age of 45, but increasingly is being found in children, teens, and young adults (CDC, 2021). The pancreas produces insulin to help blood sugar enter cells inside your body to use as energy. Type 2 diabetes is…
Read MoreNewport, WA. November 17, 2022 – NEW Health, a non-profit primary care provider serving Ferry,Stevens, and Pend Oreille counties, will break ground on a two-story 21,510 square foot facility to bringthe organization’s integrated model of care to Newport, Washington. NEW Health has been serving the Tri-County region since 1978, including in North Pend Oreille Countysince…
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Diabetes is a prevalent chronic condition that changes how your body turns food into energy. People without diabetes process glucose and it gets released into your bloodstream, increasing your blood sugar and sending signals to your pancreas to start releasing insulin (CDC, 2021). Insulin is a hormone that allows your body to process sugars into…
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