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Healthy Sleeping Habits

Healthy Sleeping Habits

Healthy sleep habits can make a big difference in your quality of life. Having healthy sleeping habits is essential for a healthy and happy lifestyle. Try to practice the following habits, provided by the sleep foundation, on a consistent basis: Stick to a sleep...
Flu Season Is Here!

Flu Season Is Here!

Did you know more than 200,000 people are hospitalized every year with the flu? At Platte River Medical Clinic we find that people don’t always know the difference between a common cold and the flu. Flu vs. Cold: Differences Symptom Onset – gradual for the...
Easy Hikes For The Family

Easy Hikes For The Family

With the weather slowly starting to cool, an excellent way to get out and enjoy the lower temps, is to hit the trails! There are so many great hikes in Colorado…too many to count! As most hikers know, some trails are a little more difficult than others, and...
Sport Injuries

Sport Injuries

Fall sports are in full swing! This is the time of year we, at Platte River Medical Clinic, usually start seeing A LOT of athletes coming in with sports injuries. While sports injuries are often preventable, sometimes accidents do happen. We know seeing your child...
Health Apps For Kids & Teens

Health Apps For Kids & Teens

Today, everyone has a smart phone or tablet, even kids! Recent Studies have suggested that on average kids and teens spend between 4 and 9 hours a day in front of a screen (not counting schoolwork). Most of the time, they are using social media apps or playing games....
Six Common Back To School Illnesses

Six Common Back To School Illnesses

Now that school is back in session, kids are exposed to more germs. While back to school illnesses and infections are inevitable, you can always help prevent sickness by encouraging your kids to wash their hands regularly. If your child does happen to catch something...