June is Men’s Health Month. On average, men die five years younger than women, and die at higher rates from nine of the top 10 causes of death. Men are also less likely than women to be insured. All of this impacts their ability to be involved fathers, supportive partners, and engaged community members.
But there are quite a few things we can do to help dad as Father’s Day nears—and even more that all of us can do to help men all year. 

• Encourage him to get a physical. Most of the factors that contribute to men’s shorter, less healthy lives are preventable. And that prevention starts with seeing a healthcare provider on a regular basis. Adult men in the United States visit primary care providers at lower rates than adult women. Establishing baselines for factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol, weight, and PSA (a screening test for prostate cancer risk)—and monitoring how they change over time—will enable the provider to catch potentially dangerous conditions early, when they’re still treatable. You can download a helpful chart of recommended screenings at www.healthfinder.gov.
• Encourage him to get physical. The benefits of physical activity on health outcomes are extensive, and many people find it difficult to get motivated for physical activity on their own. Rather than simply telling your dad or husband to exercise and then hoping that he will, do it with him. Join a recreation league at your local community center, sign up for group personal training sessions to get fit together, or simply make a routine out of regular walks. Simple, yes, but not always easy.
• Let him know you care. One reason men disregard their own health is that they’re too busy taking care of everyone else. What they don’t realize, however, is that if they die early, they’ll be hurting the very people they’ve worked so hard to protect. So remind him that you and your other family members love him and need him to be alive and healthy for as long as possible.

article by: Men's Health Network

To ensure the health and safety of our patients and staff, Signet Healthcare is offering two options to receive treatment, these are CURBSIDE MEDICAL VISITS & VIRTUAL MEDICINE. 

​Here's how you can access these options: 

CURBSIDE MEDICAL VISITS

• make an appointment for your visit
• before your visit, and if you are able, check your blood pressure, temperature, and/or blood sugar (if you are diabetic) and document your numbers
• pull into the signet healthcare pc parking lot at your appointment time
• stay in your car
• a member of the Signet staff will come to your car conduct your medical visit

after your curbside visit, any passed due balances may be paid in person or online.
also, please note that there will be no restroom access given.


VIRTUAL MEDICAL APPOINTMENTS

• call (910) 642-0300 ext. 3 to reserve a time slot for an appointment
• you will be called for your appointment

due to the high number of appointments, time slots may vary. We ask that you be patient with us as we aim to give the best care to our patients.
please note that video appointments are ONLY available through FACETIME with apple products OR FACEBOOK MESSENGER VIDEO CHAT

Lecturer:
Dr. Richard Berry

Where:
Premier Living and Rehab Center
106 Cameron St.
Lake Waccamaw, NC
​28450

When:
2:30 pm
June, 28th 2019

UPDATE: Healthy Choices has been extended to end on
April 25th, 2019


​2018 is coming to a close and sweater weather is descending upon us.  During this time of year, it's easy to fall into the routine of staying indoors, lounging on the couch, and eating holiday cookies. 

But Signet Healthcare has something better in mind!
Let's end the year healthy and strong with
HEALTHY CHOICES 2018.

Come enjoy FREE: exercise classes, workouts for all activity levels, health screenings, blood pressure checks, physician evaluations, body mass index calculations, and much more. 
All from licensed Physical Therapists and
Dr. Richard Berry, M.D.


Every Tuesday & Thursday
7pm
from April 1st - April 25th

AT

Carolina Adventist Academy
3710 James b. white hwy s
whiteville, nc 28472


EVERYONE IS WELCOME
TO MAKE THE HEALTHY CHOICE!
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The flu season is upon us again. The season starts in early November and can go as far as May of next year.  The CDC estimated that death from influenza virus was as high as 40,000 last year.  It may even be higher this year because of all the weather changes we are facing. 
When I talk to my patients about the flu vaccine, I sometimes hear comments from some like “every time you give me the flu vaccine, Dr. Berry, I get the flu.”  
 
Now let me clear up some misconceptions, the flu vaccine is a killed virus. You cannot get the “flu” from getting the vaccine. When you get the vaccine your body begins to produce antibodies that will protect you just in case you are exposed to the flu virus.  It usually takes 2 weeks for the antibodies to be made. While your body is producing the antibodies you may not feel well for a couple of days. You may have a low grade fever, body aches and a running nose.  These are the signs that your body is producing the antibodies.  This is not the flu. I recommend and give my patients Tylenol for 3 days after the injection to help alleviate these symptoms.
 
The vaccine is recommended from age 6 months and up.  Be advised that the nasal spray flu vaccine is not recommended this year again.  Remember the vaccine does not protect you from getting the flu or the 250 other viruses out there that cause the common cold.  It only protects you from the severe symptoms of influenza A and B, and Swine flu.  You may still get exposed to the flu virus by coming in contact or close quarters with someone, or an article that has been contaminated by the virus.  Your symptoms will be significantly reduced if you have had the antibodies in place before the exposure.  It is like life insurance. You get it “just in case.”  Similarly, “just in case” you are exposed to the deadly flu virus, you should have the immunization in place. It may save your life.
 
Keep up the communication with me and update me on your progress at your next appointment. Also, thank you for your questions. Keep them coming through the patient portal. 
 
 
THIS ARTICLE DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE.  It is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances. Always consult your Doctor, PA or FNP for any problems you may be having and for more information about what you have read.