Angela Patterson on LinkedIn: CVS Minute Clinic: Tips to stay safe in the sun (2024)

It’s summer, and if you’re like me, then you enjoy taking full advantage of the sunny weather and spending time outside. With school being out, I especially enjoy having more opportunities to do fun activities with my grandchildren. From eating outside on our patio together, to spending time near the water, it’s time that I cherish. My family and I are always on the go, but we always make sure we’re fully prepared for the day we have ahead of us – including sun protection.To prevent sunburns, the CDC recommends we wear an SPF of 15 or more and appropriate clothing. Protecting your skin can also help prevent premature wrinkling, aging and decreases your risk of skin cancer. Sunscreen is important for all skin types.For severe sunburns that start to blister or swell, it’s important you visit a medical professional. Luckily, CVS MinuteClinic can help, both in-person and virtually. Schedule an appointment with MinuteClinic for evaluation and treatment of any serious sunburns you, or a loved one, may receive this summer.#Summer #SkinHealthhttps://lnkd.in/eq6SKVfd

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Each year, we attend the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Annual Conference to connect with fellow nurse leaders and professional organizations to gain powerful insights that will help us drive innovation. This week, I attended the 2024 AANP Annual Conference. While at the conference, I participated in the corporate council roundtable and attended a presentation highlighting MinuteClinic’s ongoing work with Age-Friendly Health Systems and our delivery of age-friendly care, which provides patients 65+ with more tailored care and preventive health screenings.A big thank you to CVS MinuteClinic Clinical Quality Director Anne Pohnert, DNP, RN, FNP-BC, FAAN, and MinuteClinic Educator Mary Mccormack for leading the presentation. Every year I look forward to attending this conference alongside my CVS MinuteClinic colleagues, networking with peers from across the country and listening to exciting research presented by fellow Nurse Practitioners. #AANP24

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It’s officially summer and it’s important to ensure you are protecting your skin while having fun out in the sun. Each summer I enjoy spending some extra time outside with my family. From dining outside together, to spending time at the beach, we are always on the go and protecting ourselves from the harmful rays of the sun is a top priority.The CDC states that when your UV exposure is prolonged, you are at risk for both short-term issues, such as sunburns, and long-term issues such as sun damage, premature aging and skin cancer. With skin cancer impacting one in five Americans, it’s important to be safe when having fun outside. Don’t miss a beat this summer, and schedule a visit with MinuteClinic that is convenient and accessible. Virtual and in-person appointments are available for your skin health needs this summer.#SkinHealth #SkinCancerAwarenesshttps://lnkd.in/eq6SKVfd

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Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) with the CDC reporting more than 42 million Americans infected each year.Most cases of HPV go away themselves, but occasionally an infection can last longer and even cause some cancers. At CVS MinuteClinic, getting tested for HPV, and any STI, is convenient and accessible. HPV vaccines are also offered at all MinuteClinic locations.https://lnkd.in/e3ikCkx8 #STIAwareness

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Did you know MinuteClinic offers a variety of services for male patients?According to the CDC, more than 50% of men 18 years of age and older have hypertension, with heart disease and cancer being among the leading causes of death in the U.S. As a provider, wife and mother, I am always relaying the importance of staying up to date on annual physicals. By engaging in routine care, health concerns can be addressed sooner, which leads to better outcomes when caught earlier. This Men’s Health Month, invest in your health and schedule an appointment with MinuteClinic today.https://lnkd.in/eCvaCPeJ #MensHealthMonth

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It’s the first full week of June and, for many families, students are either out of school or just about to finish up. As a grandmother, I look forward to the summer and spending more time with my grandchildren, but I also enjoy hearing all about the fun they have while at camp.Need a physical for your camper? Schedule your child’s camp physical at CVS MinuteClinic today! Our board-certified providers are available seven days a week and can perform camp physicals for kids and teens, as well as review essential items your camper may need to stay safe and healthy this summer.#Summer #SummerHealthhttps://lnkd.in/eAy-eH2f

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Mental health counseling services are crucial to inspire trust with our patients and communities. This Mental Health Month, I have to recognize our dedicated licensed mental health professionals at our select CVS MinuteClinics that offer this service. The Morning Consult reports two-thirds of adults are experiencing concerns about their own mental health or the mental health of their friends and family. This sobering stat shows that it’s more important than ever to seek care as soon as you need it.Thanks to the work of mental health professionals, each day our team is able to inspire trust with our patients and communities.Need a licensed mental health professional? MinuteClinic offers both virtual and in-person appointments. Check out MinuteClinic to see if mental health counseling services are offered in your state.#MentalHealthMonth #MentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters

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As Nurses Month comes to a close, I would like to take a moment to recognize two nurses from our Bloomington, Indiana MinuteClinic for being awarded the Retail Health National Paragon Award, which recognizes outstanding accomplishments that embody our Heart Work Behaviors and bring to life our purpose and mission.Last August, Sofia Paro, FNP-BC, and Jami Lock, LPN, #JoinedForces to save the life of a customer experiencing an allergic reaction. Thanks to the team’s ability to respond quickly and work well together, they were able to stabilize the patient until EMS arrived.Congratulations Sofia and Jami for being named our National Paragon Award winners! #TeamCVS #NursesMonth

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When we transform women’s health care, we can truly transform lives. As a woman whose family members have experienced women’s health issues, I’m proud to work alongside colleagues like Joanne Armstrong who are truly committed to closing the health equity gap.

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