http://www.mpca.net/news/210993/Family-Health-Center-of-Battle-Creek-Changes-Name-to-Grace-Health.htm
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Integrated Health Partners (IHP) is pleased to announce Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan has designated these primary care practices Patient Centered Medical Homes (PCMH) for 2013- 2014. Download Battle Creek Shopper Article >
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Yes, we have changed our name but that’s the only thing that is different. Just as before you, our patients, come first and remain our #1 priority. Why did we change our name? For a few reasons . . . The name, Grace Health, clarifies our identity and highlights our…
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Read the article that makes mention of Family Health Center of Battle Creek (Grace Health) in the Battle Creek Enquirer. Read article >
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Whole grain foods as part of a healthy diet help you stay healthy by reducing the risk of heart disease, help to manage your weight, reducing cancer risks and reducing the risk of diabetes. Look for whole grain as the first ingredient. Whole grains can come from wheat, rice, corn,…
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Before you begin to exercise, you can easily determine your target heart rate by following these three steps: 1) Subtract your age from 220. If you are 50, your maximum heart rate is 170. Example: 220 - 50 = 170 2) Multiply your maximum heart rate by 0.55 to obtain…
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If you want to lose weight, stop the pop. One 20oz bottle of regular pop has around 17 teaspoons of sugar and approximately 250 calories. Drinking pop also increases your risk of tooth decay and may lower your bone density. Give up that 20oz pop every day for a year and you will…
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The risk factors for diabetes are: People who are over 40 People who are overweight Blood relatives of someone who has diabetes Women who have given birth to babies weighing over 9 pounds or who have suffered frequent miscarriages Blacks, Hispanics, Native Americans Watch for warning signs Those at risk need…
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Did you know eating out can be healthy if you make the right choices? Look for these Healthier Preparation methods on the menu: NonSmoking Baked In its own juice Poached Roasted Stir-Fried Broiled Marinara Red sauce Steamed Tomato Base Select broth-based soups like chicken noodle, vegetable barley or minestrone instead…
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Did you know your doctor can help with reducing high blood pressure? Meaning of Numbers for Blood Pressure: Less than 120/80 means your blood pressure is normal Between 120/80 and 139/89 means you're at risk for high blood pressure. 140/90 and above means your blood pressure is high. Top number…
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