Amanda.Adams.APRN

06/04/2026

06/03/2026

Today is World Bicycle Day! Get outside and ride your bike!

05/31/2026

May 31 • Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental health awareness does not end when the month does.

Every day, people quietly face anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, grief, addiction, loneliness, and other mental health challenges — often while trying to appear “fine” to the world around them.

Awareness matters because stigma can prevent people from seeking help, talking openly, or feeling understood.

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, let this be a reminder to:

Check in on the people around you

Speak kindly to yourself and others

Prioritize rest, boundaries, and self-care

Seek support when needed

Continue conversations about mental health year-round

Mental health is part of overall health — and caring for your mind is just as important as caring for your body.

At Cornerstone Family Care, we are proud to partner with for this mental health awareness month and beyond. We believe compassionate care starts with listening, understanding, and supporting the whole person.

💙 You are not alone.
💙 Help is available.
💙 Your story matters.

05/30/2026

World MS Day • May 30

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is more than what people see on the outside.

MS is a chronic condition that affects the central nervous system and can impact movement, vision, energy levels, cognition, mood, and emotional wellbeing. Many individuals living with MS also face invisible symptoms such as fatigue, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and brain fog.

On World MS Day, we recognize the strength and resilience of those living with MS while also raising awareness about the importance of compassionate, whole-person care.

How You Can Support Someone Living with MS:

Listen with empathy

Be patient with invisible symptoms

Avoid assumptions about what someone “looks” like they are experiencing

Encourage mental and physical health support

Educate yourself about chronic illness and disability awareness

Living with a chronic illness can affect both physical and mental health — and no one should have to face it alone.

At Cornerstone Family Care, we believe every patient deserves to feel heard, supported, and cared for with compassion.

💙 You are not alone.
💙 Your experience is valid.
💙 Your health matters.

05/29/2026

Reducing the Stigma Around Mental Health

May 29 • Mental Health Awareness

Mental health conditions are common — yet many people still suffer in silence because of stigma.

Stigma often comes from:

Fear or misunderstanding of mental illness

Harmful stereotypes in media and society

Lack of education about mental health conditions

The belief that asking for help is a sign of weakness

The truth is:
Mental health is just as important as physical health.

What Can We Do to Reduce Stigma?

Talk openly about mental health

Listen without judgment when someone shares their struggles

Use respectful language and avoid labels or stereotypes

Encourage treatment and support just like we would for any medical condition

Educate ourselves and others about anxiety, depression, PTSD, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and other conditions

Seeking help is a sign of strength — not weakness.

You never know what someone may be carrying behind the scenes. A little compassion can make a life-changing difference.

You are not alone. You matter. Help is available.

05/28/2026

Tick Awareness: Lone Star Tick vs. Deer Tick

Meet the Lone Star Tick (This picture is from a close friend of mine who found it on his leg after working in his front yard in Northeast Fl.)

The tick in these photos is a female Lone Star tick (named for the single white “dot” on its back). These ticks are very common in the Southeast, including Florida.
Unlike the deer tick that commonly spreads Lyme disease, Lone Star ticks are associated with several different illnesses and reactions.

Conditions Linked to Lone Star Ticks:

Ehrlichiosis
Tularemia
Southern Tick-Associated Rash Illness (STARI)
**Alpha-gal syndrome. This causes the person to develop a delayed allergic reaction to red meat and some mammal products.**

How Is the Lone Star Tick Different From the Deer Tick aka the Lyme Disease Tick?
Key differences:

Lone Star Tick:
-More aggressive and fast-moving
-Female has a distinct white dot (first two pictures)
-Common in the Southeast
-Not considered a primary carrier of Lyme disease
- Cause Alpha-gal in some people

Key identifying features of Deer Ticks:
-Smaller than many other ticks
-Dark brown to black legs
-No white dot on the back
-Females often have a reddish-orange body with a dark shield near the head
-Nymphs can be extremely tiny — about the size of a poppy seed
-More common in the Northeast, Midwest, and some parts of the Southeast
-Main carrier of Lyme disease

How to Help Prevent Tick Bites When outdoors:

Wear long sleeves and long pants when possible Tuck pants into socks in wooded or grassy areas
Use EPA-registered insect repellents containing:
DEET or Picaridin or IR3535
Always do a head to toe check after being in wooded areas and don't forget to check your pets too!