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As we approach the holiday season, we want to ensure you are aware of our adjusted Winter Holiday hours. Please see the schedule below for all MedNOW locations: Winter Holiday Hours • Tuesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve): All locations will close early at 2:00 PM • Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day): All locations will be closed December 26–28 • Aurora Location: o December 26: Open from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM o December 27 & 28: Closed • All Other MedNOW Locations: o Closed December 25–28 New Year’s Holiday Hours • Tuesday, December 31 (New Year’s Eve): All locations open • Wednesday, January 1 (New Year’s Day): All locations closed • Thursday, January 2: Regularly scheduled hours will resume We hope you have a safe, healthy, and joyful holiday season. Thank you for trusting MedNOW with your care—we look forward to continuing to serve you in the new year!

December is Flu Vaccination Awareness Month. Did you know that approximately 500,000 people are hospitalised due to flu-related complications in the U.S. every year? Influenza is a common respiratory disease that spreads easily. While most people are only sick for a few days before they get better, some people can get very sick and stay sick for a long time, even people who are in perfect health. The best way to fight against this disease is to receive your annual flu shot. Flu shots are safe, quick, easy, and an important step in keeping yourself healthy during the flu season. If you have yet to schedule an appointment to receive your flu shot, we highly encourage you to do so at your earliest convenience. To book your flu shot appointment, please call your MedNOW Clinic, or you can schedule your appointment online through our website! If you have any more questions regarding the flu shot, the CDC provides excellent information. If you need assistance scheduling your appointment, call your MedNOW clinic. Our staff members are always willing to help! Thank you for taking care of your health!

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, we want to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding our clinic hours. Aurora Clinic Holiday Hours • November 27: Closed • November 28 & 29: Open 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM • November 30: Open 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM All Other MedNOW locations, including Cheyenne Mountain Gynecology and Med Spa, will be closed during that time. We encourage you to plan for any healthcare needs during this time. If you have upcoming appointments, need prescription refills, or have non-urgent medical questions, please contact your MedNOW Clinic before the holiday closures. We are grateful for the opportunity to care for you and your family. On behalf of the entire MedNOW team, we wish you a safe, healthy, and joyful Thanksgiving.

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, an important time to raise awareness and promote healthier lifestyles to prevent and manage diabetes. Over 37 million Americans have diabetes, and 1 in 5 of them don't know they have it. Diabetes is a group of metabolic disorders characterized by high blood sugar, and understanding it is essential for health. There are two main types: 1. Type 1 Diabetes: An autoimmune disease diagnosed in childhood, requiring lifelong insulin. 2. Type 2 Diabetes: Linked to diet and lifestyle, manageable with exercise, diet, and medication (Most Common Form). Prevention and Management Type 2 diabetes can often be prevented or delayed with these strategies : • Healthy Eating: Regulates blood sugar. • Exercise: Essential for managing weight and blood sugar. • Regular Check-ups: Vital for monitoring blood sugar and overall health. • Stress Management: Helps control blood sugar. • Quit Smoking: Reduces diabetes risk. By prioritizing your health through diet, exercise, and regular check-ups, you can manage diabetes and reduce risk. Remember, diabetes awareness is a year-round commitment. T o schedule an appointment to manage your diabetes or to check for diabetes, please call your MedNOW Clinic or schedule your appointment online via the link on our website. If you have any more questions regarding the flu shot, the CDC provides excellent information. If you need assistance scheduling your appointment, call your MedNOW clinic. Our staff members are always willing to help! Thank you for taking care of your health!