SOMOS Community Care

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving!

Wishing you and your loved ones a season filled with nourishment, connection, and care. 🧡🦃

11/25/2025

Did you know that we have between 600 and 800 lymph nodes? You can find them clustered in our necks, armpits, and groin!

Lymph nodes are essential defenders of your immune system, they filter out harmful invaders like bacteria, viruses, and damaged cells, helping your body stay healthy and resilient. When they swell, you know it’s a sign your body is fighting an infection, but if you have persistent swelling, you should be checked as it may signal an underlying infection, immune disorder, or—in rare cases—a more serious condition such as lymphoma.

Early evaluation ensures timely diagnosis and appropriate care.

11/24/2025

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a chronic condition where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing symptoms like heartburn, regurgitation, and chest discomfort.🔥

In the U.S., GERD affects a large portion of the adult population, and cases continue to rise as factors like excess weight, high-stress lifestyles, and irregular eating habits become more common. The positive side is that this condition can be effectively controlled: timely diagnosis, tailored lifestyle adjustments, and proper medical treatment can significantly reduce symptoms and help prevent long-term damage to the esophagus.

If you’re experiencing frequent reflux, don’t ignore it—your gut is trying to tell you something.

11/21/2025

Si usted es miembro de Medicaid en el Bronx, la Red de Atención Social SOMOS está aquí para ayudarle. Podría calificar para recibir apoyo y recursos gratuitos como alimentos, vivienda, transporte y más.

Haga su evaluación hoy para ver si es elegible y conocer los recursos disponibles cerca de usted.

Llámenos al 833-SOMOSNY (833-766-6769)
Para más información, visite: somosscn.org

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11/21/2025

Si usted es miembro de Medicaid en el Bronx, la Red de Atención Social SOMOS está aquí para ayudarle. Podría calificar para recibir apoyo y recursos gratuitos como alimentos, vivienda, transporte y más.

Haga su evaluación hoy para ver si es elegible y conocer los recursos disponibles cerca de usted.

Llámenos al 833-SOMOSNY (833-766-6769)
Para más información, visite: somosscn.org

11/20/2025

Wishing you a joyful and radiant Hanukkah!🕎

From all of us, may your Hanukkah be filled with warmth, wellness, and meaningful moments.

11/18/2025

It’s U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week, a reminder that how we use antibiotics today shapes the health of tomorrow.💊 Because antibiotics save lives, but many people misuse and overuse them, leading to antimicrobial resistance, and making infections harder to treat.

Here’s how you can help:
✔️ Only take antibiotics when prescribed by a doctor
✔️ Finish the full course, even if you feel better
✔️ Never share or save leftover antibiotics

Let’s protect the power of antibiotics for ourselves and future generations.

11/17/2025

Did you know that 1 in 10 babies are born too soon? Prematurity, defined as birth before 37 weeks, impacts millions of families and remains one of the biggest challenges in newborns’ health.

These little ones may face hurdles with breathing, feeding, or development, yet with specialized care and early support, many grow stronger day by day. Raising awareness means advocating for quality prenatal care, standing with families in the NICU, and continuing to invest in the research that transforms lives.

Today, we honor the incredible strength of these little warriors and the caregivers who support them every step of the way.

11/15/2025

If you are a Medicaid member in the Bronx, SOMOS Social Care Network is here to help. You may qualify for free support and resources such as food, housing, transportation, and more.

Get screened today to see if you are eligible and learn about the resources available near you.

Call us at 833-SOMOSNY (833-766-6769)
For more information, visit: somosscn.org

11/15/2025

If you are a Medicaid member in the Bronx, SOMOS Social Care Network is here to help. You may qualify for free support and resources such as food, housing, transportation, and more.

Get screened today to see if you are eligible and learn about the resources available near you.

Call us at 833-SOMOSNY (833-766-6769)
For more information, visit: somosscn.org
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If you’re a Medicaid member in the Bronx, SOMOS Social Care Network is here to help. You may qualify for free support such as food, housing transportation, a...

11/14/2025

Ever heard of keratoconus? It’s a progressive eye condition that affects the shape of your cornea—causing it to thin and bulge into a cone. This distortion can lead to blurry vision, light sensitivity, and trouble seeing at night.

While it was once considered rare, it’s now known to affect tens of thousands across the U.S.—especially younger people.

However, there are treatments like custom lenses or corneal cross-linking that can slow progression and protect your sight.

11/13/2025

During the fall season, certain factors can increase the risk of pneumonia for some individuals..🫁

Here's a quick reminder on how to protect your lungs:
💉 Get the Flu Shot
🙌🏽 Practice good hand hygiene
🥦Maintain a healthy lifestyle
😷Avoid close contact with sick individuals
💨Reduce exposure to allergens

Certain groups, like the young, elderly, and those with preexisting conditions, are more vulnerable. Let's prioritize our lung health this fall. 🍂