May is Women’s Health Month, a time dedicated to empowering women to take charge of their health and well-being. At Atracare, we are committed to providing the latest information and resources to help women make informed health decisions. This year, we’re focusing on a significant update from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) regarding breast cancer screening guidelines.

As spring blooms and outdoor activities beckon, it’s important to remember that with the warmer weather comes the arrival of tick season in Sussex County. As Delawareans, we are all too familiar with black-legged ticks, commonly known as deer ticks. These tiny pests are not just a nuisance; they can also pose significant health risks.

Recently, Beebe Emergency Department in Lewes reported an alarming 30 overdose cases within just a six-day period. This number is roughly five times the norm, and the severity is stark: over a third of these individuals required mechanical ventilation and intubation to sustain life, according to Dr. Paul Sierzenski, Beebe’s Senior Vice President.