2025 Issue 2 Spring – BCI Health Resource

Spotlight Interview: A Conversation with Rural South Dakota School Nurse

2025 Issue 2 Spring, Magazines, Health & Wellness, Family Health, Safety & Prevention, Miscellaneous, Uncategorized / By Justin Weyman

Q: What are the most common health concerns during the school year?“We see a lot of seasonal illnesses—flu, strep, even COVID still. But what many don’t realize is how many students we support with chronic medical needs. I care for kids with diabetes, seizure disorders, and more. Some require catheterization, g-tube feedings, or medications during …

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Rural Ready: How Small-Town Hospitals Prepare for Summer Emergencies

Uncategorized, Mental Health, 2025 Issue 2 Spring, Magazines, Health & Wellness, Family Health, Emergency Services, Diagnostic Services, Senior Health & Fitness, Safety & Prevention, Miscellaneous / By Justin Weyman

As summer arrives, rural hospitals face unique challenges in managing seasonal emergencies. From heat-related illnesses to injuries from outdoor activities, small-town hospitals must be prepared to respond effectively despite limited resources. Through strategic planning, community partnerships, and focused training, rural healthcare facilities are ready to tackle the season’s demands while ensuring high-quality care for their …

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Stretching for Summer Sports: As Your Activity Increases, So Should Your Preparation

2025 Issue 2 Spring, Mental Health, Magazines, Health & Wellness, Family Health, Senior Health & Fitness, Safety & Prevention, Miscellaneous, Uncategorized / By Justin Weyman

As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, many people take advantage of the warmer weather to engage in outdoor sports and activities. Whether you’re hitting the trails, playing a friendly game of soccer, or diving into summer workouts, one key element of preparation should never be overlooked—stretching. Why Stretching Matters Stretching helps improve …

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Sun and Safety: Your Guide to Skin Protection This Summer

2025 Issue 2 Spring, Mental Health, Magazines, Health & Wellness, Family Health, Senior Health & Fitness, Safety & Prevention, Miscellaneous, Uncategorized / By Justin Weyman

Summer is the perfect time for outdoor fun, but increased UV exposure makes skin protection essential. Skin cancer rates are rising, so safeguarding your skin is more important than ever. Understanding UV Radiation UV rays cause premature aging, sunburns, and skin cancer. UVA rays penetrate deeply, leading to wrinkles, while UVB rays cause sunburn and increase …

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Spring Clean Your Mental Health

2025 Issue 2 Spring, Safety & Prevention, Mental Health, Men's Health, Magazines, Health & Wellness, Women's Health, Family Health, Diagnostic Services, Senior Health & Fitness, Miscellaneous, Uncategorized / By Justin Weyman

Spring is the perfect time to refresh not just your living space but also your mental well-being. Just as we declutter our homes, we can take steps to clear our minds, establish healthy habits, and cultivate a sense of calm. Here are practical ways to give your mental health a spring cleaning. Declutter Your Schedule An …

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A Message From the CEO

Emergency Services, Diagnostic Services, Senior Health & Fitness, Safety & Prevention, Miscellaneous, Uncategorized, Family Health, 2025 Issue 2 Spring, Mental Health, Men's Health, Magazines, Health & Wellness, Women's Health / By Justin Weyman

Prioritizing Mental Health in the Workplace Mental health is just as important as physical health, yet it often goes unaddressed—especially in the workplace. As leaders, we have a responsibility to create a culture where employees feel safe, supported, and empowered to seek help when needed. Stress, anxiety, and burnout don’t disappear when work begins. They …

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Taye Diggs: “Mental Health Matters”

Magazines, 2025 Issue 2 Spring, Mental Health, Men's Health, Health & Wellness, Women's Health, Family Health, Emergency Services, Diagnostic Services, Senior Health & Fitness, Safety & Prevention, Miscellaneous, Uncategorized / By Justin Weyman

Taye Diggs has long been recognized for his powerful performances on Broadway, in television series, and films. However, behind his success, Diggs has faced his own struggles with mental health, including dealing with anxiety and supporting his sister Christian through her diagnosis of schizophrenia. Today, he is using his platform to open up about mental …

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