Allison Friedel

Turning These 7 New Year’s Resolutions into Healthful Habits that Stick

Every January, millions of people enthusiastically make New Year’s resolutions, brimming with hope and determination—only to watch those well-intentioned goals fizzle out by February. Studies show that nearly 80% of resolutions fail within the first few months, with many people abandoning their health and fitness commitments before they can become lasting changes. The cycle of

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Patient Advocates Help Remove Barriers for Those with Diabetes, Other Chronic Illnesses

Imagine being an elderly person with diabetes, without a steady income, not eligible for medical insurance, behind on rent, unable to pay for medication, and running out of food at home. If that doesn’t sound complex enough, imagine this elderly person also lacks family support and overall has a poor understanding of her medical condition,

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Open Door transitions into New Model of Care

Better care.  Shorter wait times.  Increased provider satisfaction.  Improved patient outcomes. These results have all been realized through Open Door’s new model of care that uses a mix of providers and incorporates a “bottom up,” collaborative, integrative and team approach. “It’s about the upscaling of staff, where everyone works to the top of their licensure,

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Open Door Family Medical Center Receives Breast Cancer Alliance Grant to Support Patient Navigation and Screening Services

Open Door Family Medical Center is proud to announce it has been awarded an Education and Outreach Grant from the Breast Cancer Alliance (BCA) for 2024. This grant will bolster Open Door’s commitment to providing patient-centered breast health care and case management for underserved communities. The BCA grant supports targeted outreach to women who are

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Seeking Help is the First Step When Stress Affects Your Life 

Stress is an ever-present part of life, affecting us in various ways and intensities. It can sometimes serve as a motivator; however, chronic or overwhelming stress can lead to serious mental health issues like anxiety and depression.   What is stress? Defined as a state of worry or mental tension triggered by challenging circumstances, stress is

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