Sheehan Health Network

WE'RE BUILDING A HEALTHIER COMMUNITY

Welcome to the Sheehan Health Network We hope that the website will be a source of information to assist you with your medical needs and health and wellness plan. One continual theme you will see is that our primary focus is on providing each patient and the community quality and patient centered care.

We recognize that community partnerships are essential to improving access to care, and health and wellness education. Therefore, we have embraced the spirit of collaboration in building a health network that focuses on providing a "continuum of care". Sheehan is establishing a network of services at our main medical facility and throughout the Western Network community by its collaboration with area leading medical facilities, health insurance companies and educational institutions.

Your Health Focus

What is family history?

A Family history refers to health information about you and your close relatives. Family history is one of the most important risk factors for health problems like heart disease, stroke, diabetes and cancer. (A risk factor is anything that increases your chance of getting a disease.)

Why is knowing my family history important?

Family members share their genes, as well as their environment, lifestyles and habits. A family history helps identify people at increased risk for disease because it reflects both a person's genes and these other shared risk factors. (Content Source: National Office of Public Health Genomics).

Remember: You may not be able to change your genes, but you can take charge of your health and wellness plan. Make a commitment today to change unhealthy behaviors such as poor eating habits, not exercising and smoking.