Falcon Health Center

11/29/2025

Thank you, David A., for your recent Google review for Dr. Nowakowski! We’re committed to providing exceptional care for every patient, and we’re grateful that you chose Falcon Health Center for your healthcare. 🧡

11/28/2025

There can be a lot of misinformation out there about the common cold, and one of the more common myths is that going outside with wet hair will make you sick. ❄️💧 While you might end up with frozen strands, wet hair doesn’t increase your chances of catching a cold.

Help prevent yourself from getting sick by:
✔️ Washing your hands often
✔️ Staying active
✔️ Getting plenty of sleep
✔️ Keeping your distance from anyone who is sick

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for our Falcon Health Center team who provide care, support and encouragement to students and the Bowling Green community all year long.

And we’re thankful for YOU — our patients, students and neighbors who make this community strong. From all of us at FHC, Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

11/26/2025

FHC and FHC Pharmacy will be 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘𝗗 on Thursday, Nov.27, for Thanksgiving. We will open with regular hours again on Friday, Nov. 28.

If you need any new or refill prescriptions filled during the Thanksgiving holiday or over the weekend, the 𝗪𝗖𝗛 𝗽𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟲:𝟬𝟬 𝗮.𝗺. 𝘁𝗼 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 𝗽.𝗺. 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆.

11/25/2025

Feeling the pull of the couch after a big Thanksgiving meal? Before you settle in, try adding a quick 15-20 minute walk to your routine. A short stroll after eating can do more than you think:

✨ Supports digestion and reduces bloating
✨ Helps keep blood glucose from spiking
✨ Can lower blood pressure
✨ Gives your mood a boost

This Thanksgiving, lace up for a light walk (or walk in place) after dinner, and your body will thank you!

11/24/2025

Holiday season = treat season. But balance doesn’t have to be hard.

• Try the “half-plate” rule: half fruits/veggies first 🥦

• Grab smaller portions of your favorite desserts 🍰

• Walk with friends or family after the meal 🚶

Less stress, more balance = more energy to finish the semester strong. 💪

11/23/2025

Still looking for a Thanksgiving side dish? Give this reduced-sodium Green Bean Casserole a try! It delivers all the classic flavors you love without the heavily processed ingredients.

It’s a great choice for anyone managing their cholesterol or looking for a lower-calorie dish. Made with gluten-free ingredients and easily customized with dairy-free substitutes, it’s an inclusive choice everyone can enjoy this Thanksgiving.

Check it out👇

Make a fresh, creamy and healthy green bean casserole without mushroom soup. This easy, low sodium green bean casserole makes a healthy dinner side in minutes.

11/22/2025

Feeling under the weather? What you eat can play a role in helping you feel better and recover faster. Here are a few soothing foods and drinks to reach for when you’re sick:

🍲 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗽: A good source of vitamins, minerals, protein and fluids your body needs when you’re fighting illness. Plus, the warm steam can help ease congestion.

🥣 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗵: Hydrating and gentle on the stomach, broths provide electrolytes and nutrients while helping relieve sinus pressure when served hot.

🍵 𝗛𝗼𝘁 𝘁𝗲𝗮: A warm cup can act as a natural decongestant and help soothe a sore throat or cough.

🫚 𝗚𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿: Feeling nauseous? Ginger can help. Try fresh ginger in meals, a warm ginger tea or ginger ale.

🍊 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀: Rich in vitamin C, citrus fruits may help your body feel better and get through a cold faster.

11/21/2025

Feeling sluggish in the afternoon? Skipping breakfast might be to blame. A balanced morning meal not only jump-starts your day, but it also helps give you the energy you need to stay focused and productive as the day goes on. Research shows that eating breakfast can improve memory and concentration, especially in kids.

So before you skip it, reconsider! Try yogurt with granola and fruit 🍓, or whole-grain toast 🍞 with smashed avocado. Steer clear of sugary pastries and aim for a mix of carbohydrates, protein, healthy fats and fiber to keep you fueled throughout the day.

11/20/2025

🚭 Quitting smoking isn’t easy—but it’s one of the best choices you can make for your health.

The 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗺𝗼𝗸𝗲𝗼𝘂𝘁® is your chance to take the first step. You don’t have to quit in one day. Start with Day One. Thousands of people across the country will be starting their journey toward a smoke-free life—and you can too.

Why it matters:
• Smoking and secondhand smoke cause more than 𝟰𝟴𝟬,𝟬𝟬𝟬 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗨.𝗦. 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘆𝗲𝗮𝗿.

• Cigarette smoking increases the risk of at least 𝟭𝟮 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘀.

• Quitting at any age improves health right away—and the benefits keep growing over time.

You don’t have to do it alone. With support, resources and a plan, your chances of success can double or even triple.

➡️ Learn more about quitting resources: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/risk-prevention/tobacco/great-american-smokeout.html

11/19/2025

Are you hosting or cooking for Thanksgiving next week? Keep your feast delicious and safe with a few simple tips! 𝗥𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿: you can’t see, smell or taste harmful bacteria, so safe handling, cooking and storing are key to preventing the spread of foodborne illnesses.

𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻. Wash your hands, utensils and surfaces before, during and after prepping food to prevent cross-contamination.

𝗦𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗿𝗮𝘄 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀. Keep raw turkey, meat and poultry away from cooked foods and anything that won’t be cooked later in the process.

𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲 𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀. Use a food thermometer to make sure meat reaches a safe, minimal internal temperature.

𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝘄𝗼-𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝘂𝗹𝗲. Don’t leave perishable food out for more than two hours (or one hour if the food is sitting in temperatures above 90 degrees F).

11/18/2025

The holidays are almost here, which means a lot of gatherings, celebrations and delicious meals. With all the food, it can be easy to overeat. Practicing mindful eating can help you slow down, enjoy the flavors and listen to what your body truly needs. Here are a few tips to stay mindful this season:

✨ 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗶𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁. Before you start eating, pause and notice how you’re feeling. Are you stressed, rushed, bored or actually hungry? Understanding the difference between emotional cues and physical hunger can help you decide if, what and how you want to eat.

🍽️ 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗮 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲. Seeing less food can help you crave and eat less. Smaller plates make portion control easier without feeling restrictive.

🧠 𝗔𝗶𝗺 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝟯𝟬 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗯𝗶𝘁𝗲. While this won’t work for every food, slowing down helps you savor each bite and gives your body time to signal when you’re full.