Start the New Year Right by Taking Care of Your Health!
The new year is the time for a fresh start, to pursue those things in life that are so easy to neglect in the hustle and bustle of the day-to-day. At Culbertson Memorial Hospital, we encourage you to put your health at the top of your resolution list. The providers at our Rural Health Clinics are here to come alongside you on your healthcare journey and empower you to make 2025 the year you take ownership of your health.
Have a truly Happy New Year by Making the Best Healthcare Resolution.
The best healthcare resolution you can make is to set a regularly scheduled checkup in order to:
- Preserve your physical and mental health.
- Monitor existing issues to prevent worsening symptoms or complications.
- Detect potential issues early.
- Treat chronic illnesses.
Understand Why Your Annual Checkup is so Important.
Checkups have important health benefits especially for at-risk populations. All too often, patients only see their healthcare provider when there is a problem, resulting in limited focus on vaccinations or screenings. Your annual checkup includes the specific vaccinations and screenings you need (based on age, gender, and medical history) and can help with early detection of diseases, and also issues like depression.
Annual checkups allow your provider to focus on multiple recommended services. These include risk factor control (improved blood pressure, cholesterol readings) for improved patient outcomes. Conditions, such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes, may not exhibit noticeable symptoms in their early stages (when they are more treatable) – a significant advantage of regular checkups.
Checkups also build a consistent, trusted source of care with your healthcare provider, which builds a relationship that encourages you to reach out to your provider with any problem.
We’re Here to Help.
Our providers are ready to handle all your family's healthcare needs. At our clinics, we take a team approach to provide total healthcare. Your medical team includes your Culbertson Care Providers, along with others who support you. We also help you understand the importance of taking care of your own health. Use the link below to schedule your check-up at one of our three Rural Health Clinics:
- Culbertson Medical Clinic, 135 West Broadway, Astoria, IL 61501
- Elmer Hugh Taylor Clinic, 100 West 15th St, Beardstown, IL 62618
- Rushville Family Practice, 233 South Congress St, Rushville, IL 62681
It’s the perfect time. Schedule your annual checkup this January!