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A Few Services You May Not Have Known COMC Provides
Our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks aim to LEAD the way to healthier communities. Part of that means offering services this community can benefit from. Central Ozarks Medical Center offers so many services that there may be a few you didn’t realize we offer. Keep reading this week’s blog to learn about a few services that may surprise you. If you have any questions, please give us a call.
A Few Services You May Not Have Known COMC Provides
Chronic Care Management (CCM)
CCM is a care management initiative designed to support COMC patients with Medicare. Many of the diagnosis above apply to this program as well and allow patients the opportunity to access 20 minutes a month or more with a nurse or care team member participating on their care plan. At COMC, our goal is to make sure each of our patients has the right help to ensure the best health outcomes possible.
Primary Care Health Home (PCHH)
A Medicaid-funded initiative to provide comprehensive case management to patients struggling with chronic health conditions. COMC Nurse Care Managers at each of our locations provide clinical care management that can help with managing chronic conditions between provider appointments. The COMC PCHH team includes the provider, nurses, nurse care manager, care coordinator, and you, the patient.
- Diabetes
- Asthma
- COPD
- Hypertension
- Hyperlipidemia
- ADHD
- Obesity
- Tobacco use
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Developmental Disabilities
If you qualify for PCHH, your Medicaid or Managed care will cover the cost of the program.
Community Health Workers
COMC Community Health Workers (CHW’s) are part of the Population Health Team and provide insurance assistance to patients by determining eligibility for Medicaid, CHIP, and other insurance types. In addition, CHW’s work with patients affected by other social determinants of health besides insurance, to include food insecurity, transportation, medication cost and so much more.
Central Ozarks Medical Center: It’s Not Just About What We Do, But How We Do It That Matters.
Did you know that we also offered those services? If you are needing to schedule an appointment with one of our health care providers at the Lake of the Ozarks, please call us today. You will find all the appropriate phone numbers on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org. You can also stay up to date on the services we offer, jobs we are hiring for, and health tips we offer, by following us on our social media channels listed below.
Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare
For Appointments Call:
573.765.5141
Richland
573.302.7490
Osage Beach
573.346.4446
Camdenton
573.765.2510
Dental
Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties
Looking For A New OB at the Lake of the Ozarks?
Finding the best OB at the Lake of the Ozarks to suit your needs can be challenging. Our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a few factors to consider when searching for a new OB in this week’s blog. You will also find some key information on the OB or Obstetrics services we provide here at Central Ozarks Medical Center below.
Factors to Consider When Searching for a New OB
HOW LONG HAS THIS OB BEEN AN OB?
There are doctors with a high level of experience and there are doctors with little experience who may just be starting their careers. Then, there are doctors who are somewhere in the middle. This is important to know. This person is supposed to your guide throughout your entire pregnancy, so don’t be afraid to ask about it when searching for a new OB.
HOW OFTEN WILL THIS OB BE AVAILABLE TO YOU?
When you are pregnant, it is likely that you will have many questions along the way, especially if this is your first pregnancy. You may not always think to ask these questions during your appointments so ask if the doctor is available for phone calls and how often that may be.
HOW FLEXIBLE IS THE OB WITH APPOINTMENT SCHEDULING?
Ask about how long you have to book an appointment ahead of time and what their hours of operation are. Are they open on Saturdays ever or no weekends at all?
WILL THE OB TAKE YOUR INSURANCE?
Here at Central Ozarks Medical Center, we accept patients with and without insurance and offer a sliding fee scale based on income and family size.
Obstetrics Services at Central Ozarks Medical Center
Knowledge and preparation are key to enjoying pregnancy. Our OB providers know that every birth is special and are honored that you have chosen them to guide you during your pregnancy and prenatal care. Their ultimate goal is for your continued good health and the delivery of a healthy newborn. COMC providers as well as their amazing staff of nurses will work to keep you informed and answer all of your questions from pregnancy confirmation to your post-partum check-up.
Looking For A New OB at the Lake of the Ozarks?
If so, we encourage you to call Central Ozarks Medical Center. We take great pride in our patient care. It’s not just about what we do, but how we do it, that matters. Call the clinic nearest you to schedule an appointment. You can find our phone numbers on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org. Follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up to date on our latest announcements.
Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare
For Appointments Call:
573.765.5141
Richland
573.302.7490
Osage Beach
573.346.4446
Camdenton
573.765.2510
Dental
Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties
Dental Services With Affordable and Compassionate Care at the Lake of the Ozarks
Looking for a new local dentist at the Lake of the Ozarks? If so, you’ve came to the right place. Central Ozarks Medical Center means to lead the way to healthier communities. We offer dental health services to patients with AND without insurance. Keep reading this week’s blog to learn all about the affordable dental health services COMC can offer you at the Lake of the Ozarks.
Dental Services Through Affordable and Compassionate Care
Our mission is to maintain healthy and beautiful smiles and to provide the highest quality dental care to keep your smile looking and functioning at its best. Our dental team is here to serve the local community with state-of-the art facilities providing a wide variety of services whether a routine cleaning, urgent care, or anything in-between; we are your one stop source for oral care for your whole family.
As your dental offices serving Camden, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller county communities, we provide skillful, attentive, and highly individualized care for all of our patients, at any age. Your comfort, well-being and positive experience is important to us.
We provide a comprehensive range of dental services, by skilled and compassionate professional dentists and staff. Our doors are open to welcome patients of all ages to our practice.
Our comprehensive list of services include:
- Cleaning, Examinations, and X-rays
- Extractions
- Fillings, Crowns, and Bridges
- Partials and Dentures
- Pregnancy dental health
- Pediatric and teens
- Limited same-day services
Mobile Dental Unit
Our Mobile Dental Clinic offers dental care and oral health awareness to school districts located within Camden, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller counties. We also reach out to assist patients that would otherwise have to travel a long distance to reach a dentist and those located in isolated, rural communities.
Are You Ready To Book You Bi-Annual Dental Check Up?
Give us a call at the clinic nearest to you! Our phone numbers are listed below. You can also follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up to date on our latest announcements and health tips. Your dental health needs to a PRIORITY. Poor dental care can lead to even worse health issues. We believe everyone deserves access to high quality healthcare! We accept Private Insurance, Medicare, Medicaid and offer a Sliding Fee Scale based on income and household size. Our dentists at the Lake of the Ozarks are ready for you!
Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare
For Appointments Call:
573.765.5141
Richland
573.302.7490
Osage Beach
573.346.4446
Camdenton
573.765.2510
Dental
Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties
9 Mental Health Quotes To Lift You Up
Mental health may not be discussed publicly enough. Some may be ashamed while others just don’t feel comfortable opening up about it. Our behavioral health providers at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you nine mental health quotes to lift you up in this week’s blog. If you feel you may be suffering from anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, obsessive compulsive disorder or any other mental health issue, please say something. Speak up. Call COMC and schedule an appointment to speak with one of our mental health providers at the Lake of the Ozarks today. Here’s a list of our providers.
9 Mental Health Quotes To Lift You Up
- “Spend time with people that are good for your mental health. Life is too to spend time with people who suck the life out of you.” – Steve Maraboli
- “On particularly rough days when I’m sure I can’t possibly endure more, I remind myself that my track record for getting through bad days has been 100%. And that’s pretty good.” – M. Weidenbenner
- “Change the way we all talk to each other about our mental health.” – Kate Middleton
- “Anxiety happens when you think you have to figure out everything all at once. Breathe. You’re strong. You got this. Take it day by day.” – Karen Salmansohn
- “It’s okay to feel unstable. It’s okay to disassociate. It’s okay to hide from the world. It’s okay to need help. It’s okay not to be okay. Your mental illness is not a personal failure.” – Anonymous
- “There is no health without mental health; mental health is too important to be left to the professionals alone, and mental health is everyone’s business.” – Vikram Patel
- “Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable is manageable. When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary.” – Fred Rogers
- “One small crack does not mean you are broken, it means that you were put to the test and you didn’t fall apart.” – Linda Poindexter
- “Just because no one else can heal or do your inner work for you, doesn’t mean you can, should, or need to do it alone.” – Lisa Olivera
Behavioral Health Services at the Lake of the Ozarks
It is the belief of our providers that physical health is affected by a patient’s emotional and behavioral health. Both aspects must be treated for a positive outcome. The staff at Central Ozarks Medical Center practice cooperative healthcare and are able to offer tools and programs such as assessments, private consultations, family counseling and when needed; referrals to other specialized resources. For more information, please give us a call today. All appropriate phone numbers can be found on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org.
Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare
For Appointments Call:
573.765.5141
Richland
573.302.7490
Osage Beach
573.346.4446
Camdenton
573.765.2510
Dental
Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties
Immune Boosting Recipes For 2021
Immune boosting is a GREAT thing, especially now. It’s important to keep your immune system as healthy as possible. Eating the RIGHT foods is a great way to go about that. Our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a couple of immune boosting recipes for 2021, that we found online, in this week’s blog. If your immune system isn’t feeling so strong lately and you think you should see a doctor, consider Central Ozarks Medical Center. All of our phone numbers can be found on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org.
Immune Boosting Recipes For 2021
Source: https://www.sarahgoldrd.com/immune-boosting-carrot-ginger-soup-instant-pot/
YIELD: 4-6 SERVINGS
Carrot Ginger Immune-Boosting Soup
PREP TIME
10 minutes
COOK TIME
20 minutes
TOTAL TIME
30 minutes
Ingredients
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 small yellow onion, diced
1 lb carrots, diced into 1/2-inch rounds
1-inch knob ginger, finely diced
1/2 inch knob turmeric, peeled and finely chopped. Or 1 tsp turmeric powder.
1/2 tsp Kosher salt
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 cup full-fat coconut milk
Freshly ground pepper
Instructions
Instant Pot Instructions:
Turn on Instant Pot to sauté on high and set to 10 minutes. Add olive oil then onion and carrot and sauté until they soften, about 5-6 minutes. Then add ginger and turmeric and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, stirring regularly. Turn off sauté function.
Add salt and broth. Then set Instant Pot to pressure cook on high for 10 minutes. Add cover and seal and let Instant Pot do it’s thing. When it finishes, release pressure by turning pressure valve – steam will release. Once steam is done releasing, remove lid.
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until it’s a smooth consistency. If you don’t have an immersion blender, transfer soup in batches to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Stir in coconut milk and season with freshly ground pepper.
Leftovers can be kept in refrigerator for 3-5 days.
Stovetop Instructions:
Heat a large soup pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat Add olive oil, onion, and carrot and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until soft. Then add ginger and turmeric and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add broth and salt. Bring to a boil and boil and then turn heat down and simmer for 20 minutes to let flavors meld and carrots get really soft. When done, follow step 3 in directions above to blend and add coconut milk/pepper.
Notes: You can find fresh turmeric near the ginger. But if you don’t have it, you can use dried. Be careful when handling fresh turmeric. It stains!
Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days or freezer for up to 3 months.
Source: https://greenletes.com/cinnamon-roasted-almonds/
Cinnamon Roasted Almonds
This healthy 4-ingredient Cinnamon Roasted Almond snack recipe is ready in 10 minutes. It’s completely vegan with very little added sugar.
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 214 kcal
Author Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD
Ingredients
1 cup raw whole almonds
½ tablespoon agave
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon salt
cooking spray or drizzle of Canola oil
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Place almonds in a mixing bowl. Drizzle agave or honey over the almonds. Use a spatula to stir and coat the almonds with agave.
Mix in cinnamon and salt and stir a with spatula. Try to make sure the almonds are evenly coated.
Spray a cookie sheet with cooking spray, or drizzle with canola oil (spread oil over pan with paper towel). Spread almonds evenly on the pan.
Bake for 10 minutes.
While still warm, taste the almonds and add a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired. Let cool, and enjoy!
Enjoy These Immune Boosting Recipes!
We encourage you to keep the strength of your immune system in mind when searching for new recipes to try out. There are so many to choose from online. Again, if your immune system isn’t feeling so strong lately and you feel the need to schedule an appoint with a doctor, please consider Central Ozarks Medical Center, where your health is our mission.
Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare
For Appointments Call:
573.765.5141
Richland
573.302.7490
Osage Beach
573.346.4446
Camdenton
573.765.2510
Dental
Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties
Heart Health Tips
Did you know that February is National Heart Month? It is! On that note, our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a few heart health tips in this week’s blog. If you end up having any questions about heart health or feel that you need to schedule a health check-up, please give us a call today. You will find all of our phone numbers on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org. COMC – It’s not just about what we do, but how we do it that matters.
Heart Health Tips
EXERCISE, EXERCISE, EXERCISE.
Your body’s ease of mobility and range of motion often follows the “use it or lose it” rule. The less you move your body, the harder it will be for you to be active when you do decide to be. It’s important to give your body mild to moderate exercise at least a few days per week. It is also important to limit the amount of time you spend sitting down. If you must sit for long periods of time at work, get up and stretch your legs every 1-2 hours.
GET YOUR SLEEP.
Maintaining the proper level of sleep on a nightly basis is an important component of keeping your heart healthy. One study cited on WebMD found that young and middle-aged adults who got 7-8 hours of sleep per night had less calcium in their arteries than adults who slept 5 hours or less or 9 hours or more. Calcium buildup in the arteries can be an early sign of heart disease.
WATCH YOUR SALT INTAKE.
The American Heart Association recommends that you consume only 1,500 milligrams of sodium per day and that you do not exceed 2,400 milligrams. Unfortunately, the CDC states that Americans consume, on average, 3,400 milligrams of sodium per day. Prolonged high-sodium diets can result in high blood pressure, edema, weakened bones, and potentially stomach problems. Limiting your sodium intake is an important part of improving heart health.
DON’T DRINK YOUR CALORIES.
Being overweight is hard on the body. It makes your heart (and other systems) work harder, and this extra effort can eventually take a toll. Losing weight is rarely easy, but one helpful way to start is to quit drinking sugary beverages that cause you to consume more calories than you may realize. Start by limiting the amount of soda, sweetened tea, fruit juice, and sweetened coffee that you consume on a regular basis. Cutting back on your alcohol intake is important, too.
Did this blog come to your attention at the perfect time? Have you been worried about your heart health for some time now and you’re realizing you shouldn’t wait any longer to go get checked by a health care professional? If that’s the case, please call us today. Again, you will find all of our phone numbers on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org. Be sure to follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up to date on our latest announcements and health tips.
Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare
For Appointments Call:
573.765.5141
Richland
573.302.7490
Osage Beach
573.346.4446
Camdenton
573.765.2510
Dental
Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties
Keep It Healthy This Winter!
Winter 2021 is here! By now, your kids have likely had at least one snow day. What did you all do that day? Did you go outside and enjoy the snow? We hope you got the chance to make some fun memories with your kids. That being said, our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a few tips to “keep it healthy” this winter, in this week’s blog. If you are needing to schedule a doctor’s appointment for one of your little ones, consider Central Ozarks Medical Center. It’s not just about what we do, but how we do it that matters.
DON’T FORGET TO REST!
Kids can get so excited that they forget to come inside and warm up, so remind them. You don’t want them to catch a cold.
SAFETY SHOULD BE A PRIORITY!
Ice skating can be a very popular activity to participate in during the winter, so don’t be afraid to let your kids join in. Here are some things you can do to help make for a safer ice skating experience for your children:
- Be sure their ice skates are tight enough to where they won’t rub on their ankles
- Consider having them wear a helmet
- Make sure they understand all of the rules of the ice skating rink
- Supervise your children while ice skating
YOUR CHILDREN SHOULD BE DRESSED WARMLY.
Dress your children in warm layers to where they won’t get cold right away when walking outside. They say to dress your children in 1 more layer then you would yourself, as an adult. Keep an eye on the wind chill too. Keep as much skin as possible covered to help prevent frostbite.
WATCH YOUR CHILDREN.
Prevent your kids from wandering out on to the road or from “rough housing” by keeping a close eye on them while playing in the snow. Suggest a fun activity for you all to do together, such as making a snowman or snow angels.
All of us here at Central Ozarks Medical Center hope you enjoy yourselves this winter and that you all stay healthy! Again, if you are looking for a new doctor at the Lake of the Ozarks, consider Central Ozarks Medical Center. No insurance? No problem. We have Assisters that can help you find the best options. Give us a call today. Our phone numbers are listed below. You can also follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up to date on our latest announcements, health tips, job postings, and more!
Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare
For Appointments Call:
573.765.5141
Richland
573.302.7490
Osage Beach
573.346.4446
Camdenton
573.765.2510
Dental
Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties
Have You Gone In For Your Flu Shot Yet?
Flu season is here! Have you ever got your flu shot yet? If not, we encourage you to do so. You may feel intimidated but there’s nothing to be intimidated about. Our staff is friendly and kind and we are here to help. Our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to give you a few reasons why you should get your flu shot in this week’s blog. Central Ozarks Medical Center – Where it’s not just about WHAT we do, but HOW we do it that matters.
Have You Gone In For Your Flu Shot Yet?
STOP THE SPREAD.
The flu can be highly contagious, unfortunately. This means if you contract the flu, you could be giving it to your children, your spouse or significant other, your friends, and possibly anyone you come into contact with.
PROTECT YOUR CHILDREN.
Children can get the flu too, it’s not just an adult illness. Ask your doctor what the best shot for your child’s particular age would be. According to the CDC, “Everyone 6 months of age and older should get an influenza (flu) vaccine every season with rare exception.”
THE FLU CAN BE DEADLY.
Flu-related deaths have already been reported this year. The flu is no laughing matter, while it’s not always fatal, the fact is that it can be. So, why not protect yourself from this potentially fatal illness by getting the best known defense against it, a flu shot?
THE FLU SHOT ONLY LASTS SO LONG.
Some people may think that one flu shot lasts forever, but it doesn’t. The best thing to do is to check with your doctor on the type of flu shot you’re getting and how often you should be getting it for it to be effective.
GET YOUR TOP PROTECTION.
According to the CDC, getting your flu shot is the best way to prevent yourself from getting the flu.
“An annual seasonal flu vaccine is the best way to help protect against flu. Vaccination has been shown to have many benefits including reducing the risk of flu illnesses, hospitalizations and even the risk of flu-related death in children.”
Give Yourself A Fighting Chance Against The Flu!
Our health clinics in Mid- Missouri all hope you found this blog enlightening and helpful if you were undecided about whether or not you should get a flu shot this year. If you have any questions about where to go to get your flu shot, please visit our website at www.CentralOzarks.org. All of our phone numbers and locations can be found there. Be sure to follow us on our social media channels listed below to stay up to date on our latest health tips.
Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare
For Appointments Call:
573.765.5141
Richland
573.302.7490
Osage Beach
573.346.4446
Camdenton
573.765.2510
Dental
Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties
Healthy New Year’s Snacks
Happy New Year from Central Ozarks Medical Center! 2020 has been tough but we got through it together, didn’t we? We hope that you have fun this New Year’s Eve but that you are healthy and safe. If you’d like to start the year off right with a few healthy, but tasty New Year’s snacks, this is the blog for you! Keep reading this week’s blog for a few healthy NYE snack recipes our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks found online.
Healthy New Year’s Snacks
Source: https://www.cookincanuck.com/mini-spinach-artichoke-stuffed-potatoes-recipe/
Mini Spinach & Artichoke Stuffed Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
1 pound package Little Potato Co. microwave ready potatoes
4 ounces 1/3-less-fat cream cheese Neufchatel, softened
1/3 cup 1 1/4 ounces grated mozzarella cheese
3 tablespoons plain fat-free Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 garlic clove minced
1/2 cup chopped canned artichoke hearts
1/4 cup frozen defrosted & squeezed chopped spinach
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
Cook the Little Potato Company potatoes as directed on the package. Let the potatoes rest until cool enough to handle.
In the meantime, stir together the cream cheese, mozzarella cheese, yogurt, Parmesan cheese, garlic, artichokes, spinach, cayenne pepper and salt until combined.
Using a small, sharp knife, cut a small slice off of the bottom of each potato so that they sit flat. Cut a small circle out of the top of each potato, then scoop out some of the flesh with a ¼ teaspoon measure. Reserve the flesh and top for another use.
Scoop 1 teaspoon of the cream cheese mixture into each potato. Line up the stuffed potatoes on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake until the filling is warm and starting to brown, about 8 minutes. Serve.
Source: https://www.livinglou.com/seafood-salad/
Seafood Salad
Ingredients
For the salad:
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup diced red pepper
2/3 lb frozen raw seafood medley, thawed
1/2 lb frozen pre-cooked shrimp, thawed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup chopped Kalamata olives
Dressing:
1/4 cup olive oil
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp dried basil
2 tbsp chopped sun dried tomatoes
2 tbsp capers, chopped
1/4 tsp hot chili flakes
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk olive oil with garlic, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, parsley, basil, sun dried tomatoes, capers and hot chili flakes.
Heat olive oil in a large over medium-low heat. Add the red peppers and cook for 5-8 minutes until softened.
Add the raw seafood medley to the pan and continue cooking with red peppers for 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat, pour into the prepared bowl. Add pre-cooked shrimp, tomatoes and olives.Toss with dressing.
Cover and cool in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
Source: https://www.cookincanuck.com/greek-avocado-feta-cucumber-cups-recipe/
Greek Avocado & Feta Cucumber Cups Recipe
Ingredients
1 English cucumber cut crosswise into 1-inch pieces
1 large California avocado peeled & pitted
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 tomato diced
2 tablespoon crumbled feta cheese
3 pitted kalamata olives sliced
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
parsley for garnish
Instructions
Using a melon baller or a small, sharp knife, remove the middle of each cucumber piece, leaving the bottom intact.
In a medium bowl, mash the avocado with a fork. Stir in the lemon juice, tomato, feta cheese, olives, salt and cayenne pepper.
Fill each cucumber cup with 2 teaspoons of the avocado mixture. Garnish with parsley, if desired. Serve.
Happy New Year From Central Ozarks Medical Center!
Again, our health clinics in Mid-Missouri would like to wish everyone a very, happy New Year! Enjoy this time and if you’re thinking of making a New Year’s resolution to make your health a PRIORITY, give us a call. Schedule an annual health-check up and get yourself on the right track toward making your health a priority. All of our phone numbers and locations can be found on our website at www.CentralOzarks.org.
Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare
For Appointments Call:
573.765.5141
Richland
573.302.7490
Osage Beach
573.346.4446
Camdenton
573.765.2510
Dental
Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties
5 Health Habits to Encourage for Kiddos Over the Holiday Break
The holiday break is officially here and for many, that means school is out and the kids are now at home for several days. That also means our normal routines are out of whack. Our health clinics at the Lake of the Ozarks are here to offer some tips on ways you can encourage healthy habits, even during the holiday break. Check them out:
1) Stick with a Bedtime Routine
Sleep is important for healthy and happy kiddos. Ensure your child is getting enough sleep this time of year. It can be tempting to let all the bedtimes go out the window during a holiday break, but it’s best to keep your family on a routine so it’s not as rough readjusting when the break ends.
2) Offer Healthy Snacks
Candy and cookies and yummy food galore! The holiday season is filled with sugary treats. While those treats are fun to have in moderation, it’s important that you monitor the amount of sugary and fatty foods your kiddos are taking in this time of year. Have healthy snack options at the ready and within reach so your kids can easily make those better eating choices.
3) Promote Creative Play
We are in the era of screens for kiddos. That means phones, tvs, video games, and more are in the faces of our young ones. Try to encourage more creative play by limiting screen time and providing hands-on toys and activities for them to play with. If the day is nice enough, grab a coat and gloves and head outside for some outdoor playtime! Fresh air and sunshine are good for everyone!
4) Wash Hands Often
Kiddos touch a lot of surfaces throughout the day. Their hands are likely full of germs and grime at any given time. Ensure your little ones are washing their hands several times throughout the day. Washing before eating and after using the restroom is highly encouraged to reduce the spread of germs for a healthy holiday break!
5) Include Family Time in Your Routine
It can be easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. We know you as parents have a lot on your plate this time of year. It’s very important to squeeze in family time every day. Whether it’s watching a movie together, playing a board game, eating a meal around the table, or driving around to look at Christmas lights, there are easy and fun ways to encourage family time during the holiday break.
Now that you know how you can keep your crew happy and healthy over the holiday break, you’re ready to start with your healthy habits. Whether you already have healthy habits for your family or you’re using this time to get back on track, the holiday break is a fantastic time to work on those skills. The entire team at Central Ozarks Medical Center hopes you and yours have a happy and safe holiday season! Remember, we’re here for all of your health care needs in Central Missouri!
Central Ozarks Medical Center
Keeping Lack of Insurance From Being a Roadblock to Quality Healthcare
For Appointments Call:
573.765.5141
Richland
573.302.7490
Osage Beach
573.346.4446
Camdenton
573.765.2510
Dental
Serving Camdenton, Laclede, Pulaski, and Miller Counties
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