Health Topics

Your immune system works every day to help protect your body from infections and illness. As fall begins and people spend more time indoors, respiratory illnesses may spread more easily through schools, workplaces, family gatherings, and other shared spaces.
There isn't one food, vitamin, or supplement that can guarantee you won't get sick. Instead, supporting your overall health comes down to consistent healthy habits. Getting adequate sleep, eating a balanced diet, drinking enough water, staying physically active, managing stress, and practicing good hand hygiene all play a role.

It's also important to properly manage existing health conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, and heart disease. Staying on top of medications, routine lab work, and follow-up appointments can help you enter the season in better overall health.
Fall is also an excellent time to review your family's vaccination records. Children and adults may need routine or seasonal vaccinations depending on their age, medical history, and individual risk factors.

BFHC Health Tip: You don't have to wait until you're sick to schedule an appointment. Preventive visits give you and your healthcare provider an opportunity to discuss your health, review medications and vaccinations, and identify potential concerns early.