Willing Helpers Medical Clinic

Willing Helpers Medical Clinic Willing Helpers is an appointment-only charitable medical clinic located in Newton County, Georgia. Support us at https://smile.amazon.com/ch/56-2602392

We have been the only source of free medical care in our county since 2006.

11/15/2023

Willing Helpers will be closed for the week of Thanksgiving from 11/20-11/24. We will back in the office on 11/28.

Thank you,
WHM

02/15/2023

Because of our faithful patrons, donors, and community, we now have a dedicated space for Wound Care and Foot Clinics. Thank you!

02/08/2023

Let's break up with high cholesterol! High cholesterol levels have no symptoms and can increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. Talk to your doctor about your cholesterol levels and other risk factors.

For more information: https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cholesterol

Smoking and va**ng increase your risk for high blood pressure and can damage the heart and blood vessels. Georgia Depart...
02/05/2023

Smoking and va**ng increase your risk for high blood pressure and can damage the heart and blood vessels.

Georgia Department of Public Health offers a FREE 4-week supply of free Ni****ne Replacement Therapy to ALL Georgia to***co users 18 and older. Call the Georgia To***co Quit Line at 1-877-270-7867. The Quit Line is available 24/7.

For more tips and information:https://www.cdc.gov/to***co/quit_smoking/pdfs/cdc-osh-how-to-quit-smoking-infographic-web-508.pdf

Love your heart and eat a diet rich in: *Fruits*Vegetables*Whole-grains*Low-fat dairy products*Skinless poultry and fish...
02/03/2023

Love your heart and eat a diet rich in:

*Fruits
*Vegetables
*Whole-grains
*Low-fat dairy products
*Skinless poultry and fish
*Nuts and legumes
*Non-tropical vegetable

Click here for more information: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/education/dash-eating-plan

For a Healthy Me in '23, avoid excessive drinking. Here are some-short term and long-term health risks: 1. Injuries from...
01/21/2023

For a Healthy Me in '23, avoid excessive drinking. Here are some-short term and long-term health risks:

1. Injuries from motor vehicle crashes, falls, and drowning

2. Violence including homicide, su***de, and sexual assault

3. Developing chronic health problems such as high blood pressure, liver disease and digestive issues

4. Developing cancer, learning and memory problems, mental health problems, social problems and alcohol use disorders

If you or someone you know is struggling with excessive drinking issues, here are some resources available:
https://al-anon.org/
https://www.celebraterecovery.com/
https://find.aageorgia.org/meetings/zone/11b
https://www.myviewpointhealth.org/

Remember to give yourself grace! If you fail today, try again tomorrow. Lifestyle changes do not happen overnight.

Don't forget to share Healthy Me in '23 tips and tricks with your friends and family.

For a Healthy Me in '23, reduce harmful fat intake. Here are a few tips to get you started: 1. Sprinkle nuts or seeds o...
01/20/2023

For a Healthy Me in '23, reduce harmful fat intake. Here are a few tips to get you started:

1. Sprinkle nuts or seeds on salads instead of cheese.

2. Use beans or seafood instead of meats as a source of protein.

3. Cook with canola, corn, olive, peanut, safflower, soybean, or sunflower oil instead of butter or margarine.

4. Replace full-fat milk and cheese with low-fat or fat-free versions.

For more tips and tricks on reducing your harmful fat intake check out this link:https://www.dietaryguidelines.gov/sites/default/files/2021-11/DGA_FactSheet_SaturatedFats-07-09_508c_0.pdf

Most importantly, give yourself grace. Lifestyle changes don't happen overnight. If you fail today, try again tomorrow.

Don't forget get to share these Healthy Me in '23 facts and tips with your friends and family.

For a Healthy Me in '23, reduce sodium (salt) and sugar intake. Here are a few tips to help you get started: 1. Eat fr...
01/19/2023

For a Healthy Me in '23, reduce sodium (salt) and sugar intake. Here are a few tips to help you get started:

1. Eat fresh, frozen or canned vegetables with no salt or sauce added

2. Limit or eliminate processed foods such as pizza and frozen meals

3. Avoid sugary drinks

4. Learn how to identify added sugars on food labels, such as: fructose, dextrose, glucose

Here are some extra tips and tricks on reducing sodium intake: https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/resources/tips-reduce-salt-sodium
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/resources/week-dash-eating-plan

Here are some extra tips and tricks on reducing sugar intake:
https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/healthy_eating/drinks.html

Here is a list of sugar names to look for when reading food lables:
https://www.myplate.gov/eat-healthy/more-key-topics -container-709514

Most importantly, give yourself grace! If you fail one day, try again tomorrow. Lifestyle change do not happen over night.

Don't forget to share these tips and tricks for a Healthy Me in '23 with your family and friends.

Tips for a Healthy Me in '23: 1 - Eat at least 5 portions of fruits and vegetables every day2 - Eat a combination of fru...
01/18/2023

Tips for a Healthy Me in '23:

1 - Eat at least 5 portions of fruits and vegetables every day

2 - Eat a combination of fruit vegetables, legumes, nuts, and whole grains

Easier said than done? Give meal planning a shot. Plan your meals, make a list and make sure you have fresh veggies available to snack on. For example, celery with peanut butter or ranch dressing. Try new foods.

Here is a link for a free downloadable meal planning template: https://www.papertraildesign.com/floral-free-printable-meal-planner-template/

Here are some of our favorite healthy meals: https://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/

Most importantly, give yourself grace! If you fail one day, try again the next. Change doesn't happen overnight.

Don't forget to share these tips and resources with friends and family!

Today we remember and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King was a Baptist minister and ...
01/16/2023

Today we remember and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King was a Baptist minister and social activist who played a vital role in the American Civil Rights Movement.

For more information about Dr. King: https://thekingcenter.org/king-holiday-2023

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Atlanta, GA

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16786258317

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