November is American Diabetes Month Nearly 21 million children and adults in the United States are living with diabetes, and another 54 million people are at risk. At HealthEast Care System, we're committed to diabetes prevention. This November, HealthEast Clinics are also launching a new initiative devoted to improving care for our patients with diabetes. Say Hello to Our Pediatric Specialists HealthEast Pediatric Care is an integrated practice with clinicians at our Woodbury and Maplewood clinics. In addition to our long history and top-of-the-line general pediatric care, we also offer two clinicians with unique training. It's Not Too Late to Get a Flu Shot The flu season runs from November to April, usually peaking between December and March. Flu shot season, however, is from September to December, so it's a great time to call your clinic and make an appointment for a shot. Let HealthEast Care System Be Your 'Medical Home' Health care reformers are putting forth a new model for patient care: the Medical Home model. Chronic Back Pain: Common, but Manageable Lower back pain is the most common musculoskeletal disorder. Nearly 80% of people have at least one episode of lower back pain in their lifetime; it's the second most common reason that people visit their doctor.

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