In today’s digital age, technology plays a central role in our daily lives, offering countless benefits and conveniences. However, as our reliance on screens continues
At Starmed Healthcare, we’re passionate about helping you achieve your best health possible. Today, we want to talk about something vital: your annual wellness exam.
It’s no secret that men are inclined to skip getting that weird mole looked at, let alone go in to check on their blood pressure.
Memorial Day is right around the corner — hello long weekend! We hope you’re gearing up for some fun in the sun with friends and
Spring is here! (In case the pollen didn’t tip you off already!) One of the most exciting things about this time of year for kiddos
Flowers and trees are blooming. Grass is growing. Spring can be delightful, unless you’re among the many who suffer seasonal allergies. Pollen, which causes your
The Katie Blessing Foundation is the non-profit division of StarMed Healthcare that provides discounted premium primary and urgent care services to underinsured and uninsured families
When upsetting things happen in life, it’s completely normal to feel down. Everyone experiences feelings of sadness from time to time. But if these feelings
Love is in the air! Cupid’s got his bow & arrow, restaurants are booked out, and some of us are eagerly chomping at the bit
Do: Eat a Heart-Healthy Diet Pick fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fish as the largest large part of your diet. Switch to fat-free and low-fat
Heart disease kills more Americans per year (about 697,000) than anything else. That sobering statistic translates into 1 in every 5 deaths, an important reminder
On Jan. 23, following a unanimous “Yes” vote by the Charlotte City Council, StarMed’s pediatric behavioral health care facility took one step closer to becoming
We can’t ignore reality — there’s long been a stigma associated with taking medication for mental health disorders. Luckily, as mental health awareness continues to
Walking into a therapist’s office or speaking to a mental health professional on the phone for the first time isn’t always easy. It can make
It’s that time of year…#NewYearNewMe. The gyms are crowded, the produce aisle is busier, and New Year’s resolutions are in full force. But will they
StarMed is rolling out affordable behavioral health services soon — and we couldn’t be more excited. Because behavioral and mental health is just as important
When Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin fell to the ground unconscious on national television, it brought cardiac arrest into the spotlight. How could that happen
Many of us have pledged exercise as a New Year’s resolution. If you’re not a gym member or don’t have a sweet set-up at home,
You are what you eat, and StarMed Healthcare wants to make that a healthier option for people. We’re launching a project to make healthy food
As a child’s temperature rises, so does a parent’s concern. But a fever itself isn’t an illness. It’s a signal that your child’s body is
It’s the most wonderful time of the year… well, not for everyone. If you struggle during the holidays, please know first and foremost: You are
The holiday season often means travel for many of us, but it doesn’t have to wreck your health. Before you head to airports, trains, or
Are you up to date on cancer screenings? One-third of adults in the U.S. are still behind on routine medical care due to the pandemic.
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work in the world of healthcare? We recently sat down with one of our providers to get
High blood pressure (hypertension) can quietly damage your body for years before any symptoms appear. Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to serious health complications,
COVID-19 disrupted almost every aspect of our lives. We worked from home, students switched to virtual learning, and almost every aspect of our social lives
Healthcare coverage has never been more expensive, confusing, or downright frustrating. Many Americans are lucky to qualify for healthcare through employment. Others are covered through
Experts predicted this to be the worst flu season we’ve seen in years, and it seems they were right. According to the CDC, early increases
News coverage of Hurricane Ian may have slowed, but hundreds of thousands of Florida residents are still struggling in the aftermath. Ian made landfall as
It’s easy to see why walking is the most popular physical activity among adults. You don’t need special clothes. There’s no equipment. It costs nothing.
Usually, it’s the doctor who makes a follow-up phone call. This time, it was patient Janet Mullinax instead. Mullinax was so pleased with the outcome
May was Mental Health Month and we’re continuing our mental health series. First things first — did you catch our recent post focused on mental
The shock of being told “you have cancer” had just washed over me. “Whatever you do, don’t go home and Google the statistics about survival,”
If the last name sounds familiar, well yes, it’s identical. In early May, Jim Estramonte was named CEO of Starmount Healthcare Management, succeeding his younger
The temperatures are rising, the days are getting longer, and it’s too beautiful to stay indoors! Here’s how to make the most of your summer
High blood pressure (hypertension) can quietly damage your body for years before any symptoms appear. Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to serious health complications,
Ear infections, usually caused by bacteria, are an inflammation of the middle ear. With 75% of children getting an ear infection by the age of
Ovarian cancer is the second most common gynecological cancer in the United States. It causes more deaths than any other cancer of the female reproductive
Cholesterol can be a confusing medical topic. We need a certain form of it in our bodies, but too much or too little of a
The weather’s improving. Fewer people are wearing masks. Restaurants and airplanes are full. Feels like we’re back to normal, right? But COVID-19 hasn’t gone away,
If you are sexually active, regular screening for sexually transmitted disease and infection is one of the most important things you can do to protect
Spring is in the air! Unfortunately, this means allergy-causing pollen is too. While spring brings the excitement of warmer days ahead, for many people, that
Spring break isn’t only for college kids partying on Florida beaches. These days, as winter blends into spring, many families travel on a spring vacation
March is Women’s History Month. We’ve taken great strides as a country in the journey to gender equality. But when it comes to women’s health,
By Maxine Hattie It’s March, which for millions of children means the start of spring sports. For the first time in two years, sports clinics
Many myths have circulated social media and news outlets since the onset of COVID-19 and specifically about the COVID-19 vaccines. As healthcare professionals, we can’t