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I'm sure we have all had quarantine 15, Now is the time to get back to a Fit and healthy life style starting with exercise. Click the link below for some great ideas about making an exercise plan that fits your lifestyle. #healthylivingtips#exercise#eathealthy#annualphysical#centrichealth#covid19 https://www.exercisedaily.com/how-many-exercises-per-worko/

Everyone 12 years and older is now eligible to get a COVID-19 vaccine. Parents: Your child may have some common side effects like chills and a headache after getting vaccinated. These are normal signs that their body is building protection. These side effects might affect your child’s ability to do daily activities, but they should go away after a few days.**CURRENTLY WE DO NOT HAVE PFIZER** please contact kern county health department to find your local vaccination site. #getvaccienatedcovid19#covid19#centrichealth More: https://bit.ly/3uFSUUu.

CongratulationsDr. RAJ PATEL was named One Bakersfields Favorite Doctors's of 2021. Thank you to all those who took the time to vote for Dr. PATEL

Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Use Pauses Following FDA and CDC Recommendation. Kern County is following the recommendation of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to pause the use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine after reports that six women between the ages of 18 and 48 developed unusual types of blood clots 6 to 13 days after receiving the vaccine. This pause will last until the FDA and CDC complete their review. Thi...s recommended pause is a result of the vaccine safety review process working. Healthcare providers report all health conditions individuals experience following a vaccination into the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System called VAERS. Experts at the CDC review the reports in VAERS, constantly looking for commonalities in reported health conditions to determine if they could potentially be related to the vaccine. They could also determine a certain underlying health condition poses increased risk from the vaccine for more severe side effects, or the commonalities are simply coincidental. These reactions are extremely rare, as nearly 7,000,000 people have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine in the United States to date. People who received the vaccine in the last 3 weeks should look for any symptoms of these unusual clots, including severe headaches, abdominal or leg pain, and shortness of breath, and contact their medical provider if symptoms develop. Vaccines are still one of the safest ways to build immunity against COVID. Being vaccinated is still highly recommended. Many people don’t have any side effects after COVID-19 vaccines, but some people will have pain or swelling at the injection site or fever, chills, or a headache. These typically don’t last long and are signs that your body is building protection. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavi/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety.html

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR RECEPTIONIST ALEXAS! SHE HAS BEEN WITH PREFERRED FAMILY FOR 8.5 YEARS . SHE WILL BE GRADUATING FROM BAKERSFIELD COLLEGE WITH TWO DEGREES THIS SUNDAY! WAY TO GO ALEXAS! #centrichealth#collegegraduate

Wear a mask with multiple layers that covers your nose AND mouth and secure it under your chin. Make sure it fits snugly against the sides of your face with no gaps to best protect yourself and others from COVID-19. Learn more about masks: https://bit.ly/30QOzQF.

TERESA REYES MAY 6,1996-MAY 6, 2021 25th Anniversary (Quarter of a Century) Congratulations to Teri Reyes, Operations Manager For Dedicated 25 Years of Valuable and Commitments To Preferred Family Care (Division of Centric Health Care) With Best For Coming years,... RAJENDRA PATEL MD and PFC STAFF See more

Happy Friday from our staff here at Preferred Family

Every May - for Mental Health Awareness Month - we encourage you to help us #breakthestigma associated with mental health disorders by making an impact.Celebrate Mental Health Month by taking a few minutes each day for yourself. Whether it’s a 5-minute meditation or walk around the block, be sure to prioritize your mental health. Have you though about your mental health today?

Effective immediately, all individuals 16 years old and older are eligible for COVID-19 vaccination in Kern County.The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine is currently the only approved vaccine for ages16 and older. Moderna and J&J are approved for those 18 and older.

COVID-19 vaccines are an important tool to help end this pandemic. As more vaccine becomes available, more people will be able to get vaccinated. When a vaccine is available to you, prepare for your appointment by remembering to: Wear a mask. Stay 6 feet away from others in the waiting room or in line. Read the fact sheet you receive. Keep the vaccination record card you’re given.... Register for v-safe, the after vaccination health checker. Learn more about what to expect at your vaccination appointment: https://bit.ly/34eElvT.

Gathering virtually or with the people you live with is the safest way to celebrate the Super Bowl this year. Try these ideas for a virtual celebration: Wear clothing or decorate your home with your favorite team’s logo or colors. Make appetizers or snacks with the people you live with to enjoy while watching the game. Start a text group to chat about the game while watching.... If you watch with others, attend an outdoor viewing party where people can sit at least 6 feet apart. More on safer ways to enjoy the game: https://bit.ly/3cqyOHE.

As you wait for your turn to receive the #COVID19 vaccine, make sure you’re doing all that you can to protect yourself from the virus, including wearing a mask, maintaining a distance of 6 feet from others, and frequently washing your hands. Here are some tip to properly washing homemade masks #togetherwecanstopthespread#centrichealth#bakersfield#healthcare#preferedfamily care

Some recent variants of the virus that causes COVID-19 spread more easily, which may lead to more cases. More cases could put more strain on healthcare resources, lead to more hospitalizations, and potentially more deaths. It’s more important than ever to practice healthy habits to help slow the spread: - Wear a mask over your nose and mouth. - Stay 6 feet away from others.... - Avoid crowds and large gatherings, especially indoors. - Make sure indoor spaces are well ventilated. - Wash your hands with soap and water. Use hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available. Learn more about variants: http://bit.ly/2NwdHsV.

COVID-19 and flu are both contagious respiratory illnesses that can have similar symptoms, but they are caused by different viruses. Use this chart to learn some of the similarities and differences. For more information on COVID-19 and flu, visit: http://bit.ly/2LxknGF.