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Colorectal Cancer testing - Easier than you think!

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We get it, talking about our colon is not everyday conversation. But your colon serves a vital function and when it’s not healthy, all kinds of issues can happen. One of those is colon cancer. Screening is so important and can usually be treated if it’s caught early. Yearly wellness exams are a great way to start, making it easier to find issues, treat them, and keep you healthy. Many times, early-stage colon cancer has no symptoms, so everyone 45 and older should get a yearly exam and do a test. 

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Heart Healthy Recipes from our Staff!

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Did you see a recipe featured in our waiting room that looked delicious?! Here is where you can find all of the recipes and links to more of our favorite recipe websites. 

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Heart Health for Women

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We know that you are busy women - working, raising children, taking care of everyone, and trying to find some time to relax. But are you taking care of yourself? Our doctors, nurses, and therapists here at the Knox County Community Health Center have your heart in mind and want to share what we know in order to help you take care of your heart.

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Welcome, Moore Family Practice & the Walk-In Clinic!

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We are so excited to announce the Knox County Community Health Center has joined forces with Moore Family Practice and the Walk-In Clinic! Official management of both practices under Knox Public Health started on Monday, January 3, 2022. 

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New Year, New Routines

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It’s a new year and therefore, a perfect time to create some new routines! Do you need some healthy meal ideas? What about starting or improving an exercise routine? Is it time to work on your chronic health issues, including lowering your blood pressure? And do you know how to do any of these with realistic expectations? 

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  1. Is It Time to See a Mental Health Therapist?
  2. It’s Your Mouth—Are You Taking Care of It?
  3. “Be There For Me” – How Knox County Community Health Center is Keeping You Safe and Healthy
  4. We're so glad we live in a world with Octobers

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