May is designated as Hepatitis Awareness Month in the United States, providing 31 days to raise awareness of viral hepatitis in the United States. At HOPES, our vision is to create a heathier community and we know that part of our role as a leader in public health is to provide preventive…
Learn about HOPES’ Healthy Money Habits Program during Financial Literacy Month, which is a great opportunity for us to check and promote our financial situation and skills. Financial health is part of your overall health. HOPES’ Healthy Money Habits is a free program available to Northern Nevada HOPES patients. We…
According to the National Institute of Health, in the US, 78% of people over the age of 12 say they have drank alcohol in their lifetime. In the last month, approximately 6% off that population met criteria for Alcohol Use Disorder (formerly known as Alcohol Dependence or Alcohol Addiction). As…
Meeting patients wherever they are at and working collaboratively on a plan toward wellness is the foundation of HOPES’ dignified and personalized care. HOPES providers offer high-quality, patient-centered care to each and every individual who walks through our clinic doors, and they’re always looking to expand avenues to offer that…
March is National Nutrition Month. This year’s theme is “Fuel for the Future.” Eating with sustainability in mind is a tasty way to nourish ourselves during every phase of life and protect the environment. At HOPES, our Registered Dietitian, Kate Ault, and our medical providers can help you create healthy…
According to the CDC, the most effective way to reduce your risk of colorectal cancer is to get screened for colorectal cancer routinely. HOPES medical providers work with patients to provide different testing options, including a Fecal Immunochemical test (FIT) or referral for a colonoscopy. FIT Tests are non-invasive, and…
When we think of February, we think of the symbol of the heart. While it’s fun to celebrate Valentines Day and show our love for others, it’s also an opportunity to focus on our own heart health. As a pediatrician and also board certified in obesity medicine, there’s a special…
Northern Nevada HOPES today announced that Faith Whitter, M.D., will assume the position of Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Whittier comes to HOPES after serving as the O.B. Medical Director at Avenue 360 Health and Wellness in Houston, Texas. As Chief Medical Officer of Northern Nevada HOPES, Dr. Whittier will…
Heart Health and Blood Pressure At HOPES, our model of patient-centered care means we work alongside our patients to address their medical and wellness issues and concerns and partner to help them achieve positive health outcomes, including heart health through our Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure Program (SMBP). About Blood Pressure Blood…
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