Exercise Routine for Your New Year’s Goals
By Greg Hensley, MSPT Happy New Year! We in the PT department hope that everyone had a safe and restful break. As we enter the
Diabetes and Dental Health
Most people think of diabetes as a singular issue, separate from any other illness they may have. But diabetes effects the body in many unexpected
Vanessa Zwegers, FNP-C Moving to Convenient Care Community Clinic
Dear Valley-Wide Patient: On behalf of Vanessa Zwegers, FNP, Valley-Wide is providing this letter to inform her patients that she will be leaving Sierra Blanca
A Statement on COVID from Southern Colorado Medical Providers
We are current, former & retired medical professionals that have devoted many many years of service to the health & well-being of Bent, Crowley &
6 Steps to Prevent a Fall
September 20-24 is Fall Prevention Awareness Week. Every 11 seconds, an older adult is seen in an emergency department for a fall-related injury. Many falls
COVID-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy
COVID-19 Vaccination During Pregnancy by Evan Cornish, Medical Student & Dr. Patrick Smith With the coronavirus pandemic still raging, many people ask themselves what they
International Overdose Awareness Day
by: Janine Pearce-Vasquez, LPC International Overdose Awareness Day is August 31, 2021, which celebrates its 20th anniversary of raising awareness for drug overdoses and reducing
National Breastfeeding Month: Breastfeeding and Nutrition
Breastfeeding and Nutrition August is National Breastfeeding Month, so we’d like to share information about breastfeeding and good nutrition. The good news is, breastfeeding nutrition
Center Dental Clinic Adds Beriatric Bench to Clinic
Recently, Center Dental Clinic received and installed a new bariatric bench for their patients’ use. This multi-functional dental chair will make dental exams more comfortable
What is WIC?
Did you know that Valley-Wide can help you access WIC services if you qualify? WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and
What Can I go to Convenient Care for?
Valley-Wide Health Systems has two Convenient Care locations – in Alamosa and in La Junta. These locations are unique among our other clinics – they
10 Tips for Outdoor Food Safety in the Summer
Summer is filled with gorgeous weather, meaning there are many opportunities for barbecues, picnics, potlucks, and pool parties. Along with these occasions, comes delicious food.