Wellness Blog
For better health and well-being.
At DFD Russell Medical Centers we are dedicated to providing you with health tips, expert advice, and wellness insights. Whether you’re looking for practical ways to enhance your daily routine, information on managing chronic conditions, or inspiration for a healthier lifestyle, our blog is your go-to resource for all things wellness.
DFD Takes Dempsey Challenge
DFD is excited to support our communities and encourage others to walk, run, or bike in support of The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing in this year's Dempsey Challenge. When and where does this happen? The 2016 Dempsey Challenge takes place in...
Be Concussion Smart
Protect your sports superstars this fall. A concussion is a brain injury caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. Those who suffer concussions often report trouble focusing, short-term memory loss, difficulty performing daily tasks, and feeling "slower overall. A...
National Health Center Week
This month we celebrated National Health Center Week to raise awareness of the important role health centers play in our communities. But, why just celebrate one week? Let's spread awareness year-round about the positive impact health centers have. Health centers...
Get Back-to-School Ready with DFD
Summer is finally coming to an end, and it's time to start gearing up for another school year. We've got a list of tips to help make your students ready for a fun and safe school year. Backpack Safety: Backpacks that are too heavy can cause back and shoulder pain and...
Sunscreen Safety
In just fifteen minutes the sun's ultraviolet rays can damage your skin causing lasting effects that include premature aging of your skin, suppression of your immune system, and even skin cancer. You can protect your skin from the sun by wearing long-sleeved clothing,...
Fun in the Sun
DFD's Tips for a Safe Summer Summer is in full swing–you've fired up the barbeque, the kids are splashing in the sprinkler, and the sun is shining. DFD wants to make sure your summer is as safe as it is fun. Follow these helpful tips for summertime safety. Be H2O...
8 Tips to Beat Ticks
Summer is here and it's time to enjoy the great outdoors. Unfortunately, the great outdoors also has ticks, those pesky, blood-sucking arthropods that love to feed on us and which can carry the tick-borne infectious disease, Lyme. Symptoms of Lyme disease...
Now Accepting Patients
DFD is now accepting patients at all locations. At DFD Russell Medical Center, our commitment to patient-centered care means our experienced providers and innovative services focus on you, the patient. We are committed to providing each patient with a medical team of...
DFD Recognizes Stroke Awareness
Stroke is a disease that can happen to anyone at anytime, it occurs when blood flow to an area of the brain is cut off. Stroke affects nearly 800,000 Americans each year. The good news, nearly 80% of strokes are preventable. Let's bring stroke awareness to your...
Drug Take Back
Join us Saturday, April 30th from 10 am to 2 pm for the Drug Take Back event. Prescription medications play an important role in the health of many patients. However, expired medications or unused drugs often end up staying in the back of cabinets for months, or even...