Get Moving on Beating Stress
April is National Stress Awareness Month, and we have a helpful tip: get moving.
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Weight Management Resources
Weight management is an important part of your overall health and wellness. You can reach and maintain a healthy weight by using nutrition and fitness together, and we can help. Guidelines American Heart Association – Recommendations for Physical Activity in Adults Resources Weight Management Strategies and Information Interested in Losing Weight? What You Need to Know Choosing …
Nutrition vs. Diet
Nutrition and diet go hand in hand. Diet is what you feed your body, and nutrition is the nourishment, or benefit, that comes from the food. Although diet can mean a structured plan, like Atkins or Jenny Craig, diet doesn’t just refer to these. We actually all have a diet. Nutrition works the same way. …
What’s My Health Risk?
Knowing your risk of serious health problems is important because it can help you prevent these problems. For instance, if you know your risk for heart disease, you can work on that area of your health. Your Heart Score – Find your heart score and help prevent heart disease by focusing on what puts you at …
Using Antibiotics Safely
Antibiotics are medicines that can help you and your family feel better fast, if taken correctly. Antibiotics cure infections caused by bacteria, like: Strep throat Staph infection Sinus infections Some pneumonia Some ear infections But if you take antibiotics for infections they can’t cure, like ones caused by viruses, bacteria can build up antibiotic resistance. …
Medication Adherence
Medication adherence is taking your meds at the right time of day, in the right dosage, and the right number of times. This is an important part of your care plan. If your doctor writes you a prescription, you need to get it filled and use it for as long as your doctor told you …
Immunization
Make sure you and your family are protected by staying up-to-date with your regular immunizations, or shots, flu shots, and preventive services. Childhood Immunizations We help you keep track of your child’s shots with birthday card reminders: Immunization Schedule for Infants and Children Immunization Schedule for Preteens and Teens Adult Pneumococcal and Influenza Immunizations You’re …
Mental Health Hospitalization
Information Mental Health America – Hospitalization Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance – Understanding Hospitalization for Mental Health (PDF Version) Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance – Understanding Hospitalization for Mental Health (Web Version) Resources National Helpline – 1-800-662-4357 – Call 24/7 or use the Behavioral Health Treatment Service Locator for free treatment referral. Additional Resources for Finding Mental Health and Substance …
Substance Abuse
Information General Resources and Information on Substance Abuse National Institute on Drug Abuse – Patients and Families Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Medscape – In-Depth Academic Articles on Addiction Alcohol Abuse Rethinking Drinking: Alcohol & Your Health National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism CDC’s Alcohol and Public Health Section Resources notMykid – Resources for teens …
Depression Resources
Information American Psychiatric Association – What Is Depression? Medscape – In-Depth Academic Articles on Depression and Suicide Major Depression and Unipolar Varieties American Psychological Association – Depression Treatments Resources and Information on Depression, Mental Health, and Suicide Prevention Resources Quick Depression Screening Test Toolkit for Dealing with Depression National Alliance on Mental Illness – Tips and Support for Living with Depression notMykid – Resources for …
Managing Your Stress
Chronic stress can lead to serious health conditions. Find our more about how to manage your stress below. Information American Psychological Association – How Stress Affects Your Health Stress Management Resources and Information on Stress, Emotional Health, Grief and Loss, and Divorce National Alliance on Mental Illness – Anxiety Disorders Resources The American Institute of Stress – Holmes-Rahe Stress Inventory – An easy …
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Information What Is ADHD? Medscape – In-Depth Academic Article on ADHD Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder – Resources, information, and support for adults and children with ADHD and their caregivers. Resources and Information on ADHD and Learning Disabilities Resources Quick ADHD Screening Quiz ADHD Test Center for Children & Families ADHD Resources National Alliance on Mental Illness – Tips and …