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 Prepare yourself and your home for the possibility of having to evacuate during a fire.
Getting set requires three main preparation actions that should be completed and familiar to all members of your household long in advance of a wildfire. 3 steps to Getting Set:
More information available at: Wildfire Preparedness
 The Chinese zodiac is a 12-year cycle that links each year to an animal sign. The 12 animal signs are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. The order of the animal signs is fixed, with the Snake being the sixth in the cycle, hence the Year of the Snake in 2025.
Each year also corresponds to one of the five basic elements in Chinese cosmology, namely Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, or Earth, creating a 60-year cycle. The universe is believed to be composed of the five elements that interact with each other in a cyclical way. These five elements are the fundamental building blocks of everything around us. The 60-year cycle is a combination of the 12 animal signs and the five elements. The understanding and application of the five elements is an essential aspect of Chinese astrology, cosmology, medicine, philosophy, and feng shui in particular. The Chinese lunisolar calendar determines the specific animal and element associated with a particular year. The Year of the Snake in 2025 is associated with the element of Wood. The combination of the animal sign (Snake) and the element (Wood) designates the year as the Year of the Wood Snake. Known for its intelligence, mystery, and ability to transform, the Snake's qualities are enhanced by the Wood element. This year symbolizes growth, renewal, and adaptability, encouraging people to reflect on their paths, embrace change, and seek personal growth.  We send surveys to our patients to get their feedback on our service. The feedback helps us know what we are doing right and where we can get better.
The results of the survey are used by our performance improvement and quality improvement teams and are actively used to improve our delivery and provide you with the best possible service. Here are some excerpts from our survey responses: "I found the staff friendly, professional, and thorough." "Thanks for squeezing me in on short notice!" "Given instructions for care of fractured rib and Rx for pain. I have always received exceptional care at urgent care. The only problem with this visit was a long wait for x-ray to be taken." "Staff and doctors were knowledgeable and very caring." "I was given x-rays right away and a radiologist read them before I left. Conclusion was arthritis."  Did You Know?
California is home to four types of ticks, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
After You Come Indoors Check your clothing for ticks. Ticks may be carried into the house on clothing. Any ticks that are found should be removed. Tumble dry clothes in a dryer on high heat for 10 minutes to kill ticks on dry clothing after you come indoors. If the clothes are damp, additional time may be needed. If the clothes require washing first, hot water is recommended. Cold and medium temperature water will not kill ticks. Examine gear and pets. Ticks can ride into the home on clothing and pets, then attach to a person later, so carefully examine pets, coats, and daypacks. Shower soon after being outdoors. Showering within two hours of coming indoors has been shown to reduce your risk of getting Lyme disease and may be effective in reducing the risk of other tickborne diseases. Showering may help wash off unattached ticks and it is a good opportunity to do a tick check. Check your body for ticks after being outdoors. Conduct a full body check upon return from potentially tick-infested areas, including your own backyard. Use a hand-held or full-length mirror to view all parts of your body. Check these parts of your body and your child’s body for ticks:
CDC - Tick Information
 Jessi Maness, LCSW is the lead in our Behavioral Health department. Jessi has been with RCMS since March 2020, just after the pandemic began and she hit the ground running. Originally, Jessi came to us from Sheffield, Alabama and went to the Tuscaloosa campus of the University of Alabama where she studied and was awarded her master’s in social work in 2010, and came to California in 2015.
Jessi was inspired to become a therapist after her own experience as a patient. She was impressed with the usefulness and the process of psychotherapy and wanted to offer that experience to other people. Jessi has become highly educated in a number if therapeutic processes. In addition to psychodynamic psychotherapy, she is certified to do EMDR, Imagery and Somatic Resourcing. These are important tools as trauma is a relatively common aspect of what brings people into therapy and these tools are extremely helpful in their treatment. Jessi has also specialized in gerontology. Working at RCMS has given her the opportunity to work with many different kinds of patients which she truly values and Jessi has greatly appreciated working at RCMS. She was part of the amazing team that got us through the rough times of the pandemic and has seen our Clinic grow and thrive through that very difficult time. Outside of work, Jessi writes songs and music which she plays on her guitar. When I asked her how she got into that, she reminded me that she comes from Alabama, a hotbed of music and it’s in her soul.  You can lower your risk for cervical cancer by getting screened regularly, starting at age 21.
Screening Tests The HPV test and the Pap test are screening tests that can help prevent cervical cancer or find it early.
Screening Options You should start getting Pap tests at age 21. If your Pap test result is normal, your doctor may tell you that you can wait three years until your next Pap test. If you’re 30 to 65 years old, you have three options. Talk to your doctor about which testing option is right for you.
Call RCMS at 707.884.4005 to schedule an appointment.  We send surveys to our patients to get their feedback on our service. The feedback helps us know what we are doing right and where we can get better.
The results of the survey are used by our performance improvement and quality improvement teams and are actively used to improve our delivery and provide you with the best possible service. Here are some excerpts from our survey responses: "Very grateful for RCMS urgent care." "Urgent care rocks!" "Was there longer than expected but all of my issues were addressed, test performed, andquestions answered. So overall I'm grateful for the medical attention I received without having to drive to Santa Rosa or wait for my appointment on October 28." "Courteous, professional staff! Well trained and provided great care." "Staff were responsive and polite. PA very professional, friendly, and polite. Good medical advice, thorough exam and advising. Timely meds arranged for quick pickup at pharmacy. I very much appreciate RCMS." |
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