For most of her life, Herbie Shelton has been caring for others. In fact, she cared so much for those around her that she didn’t realize her own health was declining.
As a certified nursing assistant, she made a career in helping children with special needs, the elderly and her neighbors.
“I live in an area of Memphis where my neighbors are generally 62 and older,” Herbie said. “I often check on them and help them with their doctor appointments and visits to the grocery store. Sometimes I will also help them bathe or anything else they might need.”
When her own health started to fail, Herbie learned the hard lesson to care for her own wellness first.
Herbie’s high blood pressure and extreme anxiety alerted her that she needed medical attention. Under the care of Dr. Veronica Swannigan at Church Health, she was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism.
Following a regimen of medication and a lower-stress lifestyle, Herbie experienced healing through this intervention.
“Herbie and I have a special relationship. While sometimes reluctant, she has done everything I asked her to do including changing her habits to lower stress,” says Dr. Swannigan.
Herbie is now able to continue her passion to care for others.
“My health care journey at Church Health has been rewarding and I’m so grateful,” Herbie added. “I’m doing well and I’m feeling good.”
Herbie’s journey with us has been about much more than her hyperthyroidism. Her eyesight has improved with treatment for glaucoma, cataracts and new glasses from our eye clinic. Her smile shines brighter than ever because she can get regular dental care at our dental clinic. Herbie knows we are here for her mind and body.
“Church Health has taken such good care of me,” Herbie said. “I’m especially grateful for Dr. Swannigan who has been my provider and friend for so many years.”
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