--- title: Health & Wellness Blog | Lake City Area Medical Center | Lake City Area Medical Center description: Explore patient resources from Lake City Area Medical Center. Read health tips, community updates, and stories designed to keep you informed and well. --- - [+1 (970) 944-2331](tel:+1%20(970)%20944-2331) - [LCMedCenter@lcamc.net](mailto:LCMedCenter@lcamc.net) [![Lake Fork Health Services District](https://www.lcamc.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Lake%20Fork%20Health%20Services%20District.png?width=250&height=104&name=Lake%20Fork%20Health%20Services%20District.png "Lake Fork Health Services District")](https://www.lcamc.net/) - Our Services Show submenu for Our Services - [Family & General Medicine](https://www.lcamc.net/family-general-medicine) - [Dentistry](https://www.lcamc.net/family-dentistry) - The Clinic Show submenu for The Clinic - [Moseley Healthcare Complex](https://www.lcamc.net/moseley-healthcare-complex) - [Our Team](https://www.lcamc.net/meet-our-team) - [Board of Directors](https://www.lcamc.net/board-of-directors) - [Donate](https://www.lcamc.net/donate-support) - Patient Resources Show submenu for Patient Resources - [Health & Wellness](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog) - [Forms and Downloads](https://www.lcamc.net/patient-forms-resources) - [Careers](https://www.lcamc.net/careers) [Contact Us Click to Contact Us](https://www.lcamc.net/contact-us) Close - Our Services Show submenu for Our Services - [Family & General Medicine](https://www.lcamc.net/family-general-medicine) - [Dentistry](https://www.lcamc.net/family-dentistry) - The Clinic Show submenu for The Clinic - [Moseley Healthcare Complex](https://www.lcamc.net/moseley-healthcare-complex) - [Our Team](https://www.lcamc.net/meet-our-team) - [Board of Directors](https://www.lcamc.net/board-of-directors) - [Donate](https://www.lcamc.net/donate-support) - Patient Resources Show submenu for Patient Resources - [Health & Wellness](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog) - [Forms and Downloads](https://www.lcamc.net/patient-forms-resources) - [Careers](https://www.lcamc.net/careers) - [+1 (970) 944-2331](tel:+1%20(970)%20944-2331) - [LCMedCenter@lcamc.net](mailto:LCMedCenter@lcamc.net) [Contact Us](https://www.lcamc.net/contact-us) # News For Health & Wellness - [All](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/all) - [Prevention](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/tag/prevention) - [Environment](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/tag/environment) - [Illness](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/tag/illness) - [Safety](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/tag/safety) - [Wellness](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/tag/wellness) ## Posts by Lake City Area Medical Center: [![Lake City Area Medical Center Influenza Update](https://www.lcamc.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Lake-City-Area-Medical-Center-Flu.jpg?width=365&name=Lake-City-Area-Medical-Center-Flu.jpg)](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/influenza-update-flu-symptoms-prevention-colorado-resources) ## [Influenza Update: Flu Symptoms, Prevention & Colorado Resources](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/influenza-update-flu-symptoms-prevention-colorado-resources) Influenza (the flu) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can lead to... [View Details Click to view blog post](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/influenza-update-flu-symptoms-prevention-colorado-resources) [![](https://www.lcamc.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Lake-City-Area-Medical-Center-Carbon-Monoxide-Poisoning.jpg?width=365&name=Lake-City-Area-Medical-Center-Carbon-Monoxide-Poisoning.jpg)](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/carbon-monoxide-poisoning-symptoms-prevention-safety-tips) ## [Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Symptoms, Prevention & Safety Tips](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/carbon-monoxide-poisoning-symptoms-prevention-safety-tips) Carbon monoxide (CO) is often called the “silent killer” because it is odorless, colorless, and... [View Details Click to view blog post](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/carbon-monoxide-poisoning-symptoms-prevention-safety-tips) [![Lake City Area Medical Center Stroke Warning Signs](https://www.lcamc.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Lake-City-Area-Medical-Center-Stroke.jpg?width=365&name=Lake-City-Area-Medical-Center-Stroke.jpg)](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/stroke-warning-signs-how-to-act-f.a.s.t.-and-save-a-life) ## [Stroke Warning Signs: How to Act F.A.S.T. and Save a Life](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/stroke-warning-signs-how-to-act-f.a.s.t.-and-save-a-life) A stroke can happen suddenly and without warning. It occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked... [View Details Click to view blog post](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/stroke-warning-signs-how-to-act-f.a.s.t.-and-save-a-life) [![Lake City Area Medical Center Altitude Sickness](https://www.lcamc.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Lake-City-Area-Medical-Center-Altitude-Sickness.jpg?width=365&name=Lake-City-Area-Medical-Center-Altitude-Sickness.jpg)](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/altitude-mountain-sickness) ## [Altitude or Mountain Sickness](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/altitude-mountain-sickness) Lake City sits at a high elevation, which means both visitors and residents can feel the effects of... [View Details Click to view blog post](https://www.lcamc.net/health-wellness-blog/altitude-mountain-sickness) [![Lake Fork Health Services District - Lake City Area Medical Center](https://www.lcamc.net/hs-fs/hubfs/Lake%20Fork%20Health%20Services%20District.png?width=250&height=104&name=Lake%20Fork%20Health%20Services%20District.png "Lake Fork Health Services District - Lake City Area Medical Center")](https://www.lcamc.net/) AFTER-HOURS TRIAGE SERVICE NUMBER: 970-784-6682 If you have a medical concern that you aren’t sure can wait until tomorrow, call the after-hours number to reach one of our LCAMC providers. They will help you decide the best course of action. For true medical emergencies, call 911. [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/lakecitymed/) [Donate to the Lake City Area Medical Center](https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=9UQ5ELNX827YE) ##### Clinic Hours ###### September 28 - May 31   Monday to Friday: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm Saturday & Sunday: CLOSED For urgent, but NOT emergency, concerns, call 970-784-6682 and you will be directed to the Provider on call. ##### Information Address: 700 North Henson Street PO Box 999 Lake City, CO 81235 Main Phone (Non Emergency): +1 (970) 944-2331 Email Address: [LCMedCenter@lcamc.net](mailto:LCMedCenter@lcamc.net?subject=Website%20Inquiry) Our clinic is committed to making our website accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We strive to follow the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and are working to improve usability for everyone. 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