We are working hard at SpectrumO&P to keep our staff and patients safe during this time of Covid-19. Please see our official update for Covid-19 here. In this time of quarantine we wanted to provide some helpful tips to stay safe and heathy. COVID-19 is thought to spread mainly through close contact from person-to-person in respiratory droplets from someone who … Read More
Dealing with the stress of an outbreak
This is a stressful time for everyone and we wanted to share some tips on how to stay sane and safe during this time. The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Coping with stress will make you, the … Read More
August is National Immunization month!
We all need shots (vaccines) to help protect us from serious diseases. This protection is called immunization. To help keep our community safe,Spectrum O&P is proudly participating in National Immunization Awareness Month. Shots can prevent serious diseases like the flu, measles, and pneumonia. It’s important to know which shots you need and when to get them. Vaccines & Immunizations Centers for … Read More
May Skin Cancer Awareness Month!
Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is the main cause of skin cancer. UV damage can also cause wrinkles and blotches or spots on your skin. The good news is that skin cancer can be prevented, and it can almost always be cured when it’s found and … Read More
Healthy Recipes for Spring BBQ
Skip the fatty burgers and creamy potato salad for your first backyard BBQ of the year! Start the season off right with these healthier versions of your favorites that will make you feel good about indulging this spring grilling season! The good news is BBQ food can be healthy and relatively low in calories as well as finger-licking good. Grilling … Read More
Colorectal Cancer Awareness
Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States and the second leading cause of death from cancer. Colorectal cancer affects all racial and ethnic groups and is most often found in people ages 50 and older. The best way to prevent colorectal cancer is to get screened regularly starting at age 50. There are often no … Read More
August-National Immunization Awareness Month
We all need shots (also called vaccinations or immunizations) to help protect us from serious diseases. To help keep our community safe, Spectrum O&P is proudly participating in National Immunization Awareness Month. Shots can prevent serious diseases like the flu, measles, and pneumonia. It’s important to know which shots you need and when to get them. The best place to receive … Read More
Summer Health Tips
We all look forward time summertime, backyard BBQ’s with friends and family, cooling off at your favorite swimming spot, and enjoying the fireworks on the 4th of July! During the summer months the weather can also take a toll, heat stroke and sunburns are very common. We have put together some summertime wellness tips to keep you in tiptop shape … Read More
The Benefits of Walking Everyday
We have all heard the old saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”, and this is a very helpful way of reminding us to eat healthier. Did you know that walking 30 minutes a day helps keep the weight away? A recent study conducted at Duke University, showed that the minimum daily requirement of exercise to prevent weight … Read More