Monday, December 21, 2009
Arizona Smoker's Helpline Referrals
North Country Health Care, Flagstaff Medical Center, Women's Clinic of Arizona, Care for You Family Health and Sedona Family Health were the top five referral agents for Coconino County from July to September, 2009. They each received a gift and certificate from the Coconino County Health Department Tobacco Use Prevention Program and the AZ Smoker's Helpline. To get more information on how to refer or receive free nicotine replacement information/products for yourself or your clients give Carol a call at 928-679-7266 or Elizabeth (in Page) at 928-608-6108 x12. We will be happy to explain to your staff how to do a referral and what nicotine replacement benefits are available. Next gift and certificates will be delivered in February for the top five referral agencies in December and January. Remember one of the top New Year's Resolutions involve quitting tobacco use. Merry Christmas to all and a very Happy New Year!
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Great American SmokeOut
November 19 marks the 33rd annual Great American SmokeOut, nationally recognized as a platform to educate the public on the dangers associated with tobacco use and to encourage tobacco users to quit for a lifetime by starting with just one day. Booths will be set up around Flagstaff beginning on Monday, November 16. Information on quitting, a drawing for Harkins tickets and quit bags will be available as well as a butt jar to toss your cigarettes. Call the Coconino County Health Department Tobacco Use and Prevention Program at 928-679-7266 for more information.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Clinical depression is an illness that affects over 19,000,000 American adults each
year. Depression screenings should be a part of your regular healthcare.
year. Depression screenings should be a part of your regular healthcare.
Are you experiencing:
• Difficulty concentrating, remembering or making decisions?
• Reduced or increased appetite and accompanying weight loss or weight gain?
• Fatigue or loss of energy?
• Persistent sadness, anxious or an "empty" mood?
• Sleeping too little or too much, or waking in the early morning?
• Loss of interest or pleasure in activities that you once enjoyed?
• Restlessness or irritability?
• Thoughts of death or suicide?
If so, you may be experiencing depression. Please come to our FREE screening, you
owe it to yourself to have the best life possible. Start down the path of a happier and
healthier life. You won't regret it.
From 8:00 to 4:00 On October
8th,
8th,
The Guidance Center will
provide free Depression
Screening at two locations:
provide free Depression
Screening at two locations:
• North Country Health Clinic,
2920 N. 4th St., Flagstaff
2920 N. 4th St., Flagstaff
• The Guidance Center, 2187
N. Vickey St., Flagstaff.
The screening will be performed
by staff of The Guidance Center.
Free to the public
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Nationwide Public Health Alert
Life-Threatening Risk Posed by Cocaine Laced with Veterinary Anti-Parasite Drug
SAMHSA is alerting medical professionals, substance abuse treatment centers, and other public health authorities about the risk that substantial levels of cocaine may be adulterated with levamisole—a veterinary anti-parasitic drug.
There have been approximately 20 confirmed or probable cases of agranulocytosis (a serious, sometimes fatal blood disorder), including two deaths, associated with cocaine adulterated with levamisole. The number of reported cases is expected to increase as information about cocaine adulterated with levamisole is disseminated.
http://www.samhsa.gov/newsroom/advisories/090921vet5101.aspx
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Northern Arizona Walk 2009
Welcome to the first Northern Arizona NAMI Walk!
Location:
Buffalo ParkFlagstaff, AZ
Date:
October 10, 2009
Distance:
2.3 MI
Check-in:
9:30 am
Start Time:
11:00 am
For more information about this event, please contact:
Carrie Beaver carrieb101@gmail.comPhone: 928-773-7906
Family Team Chair: Rachel Peterson rachel.peterson@narbha.org
Honorary Chair: Sara Presler
Honorary Chair: Rob Adams
Business Chair: Rob Adams
To find out more about NAMI and their supporters: http://www.nami.org/
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
MBRACE Life Suicide Prevention Summit next week
The Fifth Annual MBRACE Life Summit for Suicide Prevention is September 25 and 26 at the Lodge at Cliff Castle in Camp Verde, Ariz. The Summit targets Native American youth and counselors, teachers, health care providers or other community members who work with Native American youth to raise awareness and fight stigma of suicide.
Presenter topics include:
- Combining Traditional Ceremonies with Conventional Treatment
- Working to Reduce Alcohol Availability to Minors
- Suicide Safety Planning
- Recovery: Embracing the 12-Step Philosophy of Healing
- Two Spirit Presentation
- Gang Activity as a Contributing Factor for Adolescent Suicide
- Healing Herbs
Sweat lodges, a prayer tree and other ceremonies also will be observed.
or contact Rachel Peterson at rachel.peterson@narbha.0rg.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
About Recovery Month
What is Recovery Month?
Recovery Month is an annual observance that takes place during the month of September.
The Recovery Month observance highlights the societal benefits of substance abuse treatment, lauds the contributions of treatment providers and promotes the message that recovery from substance abuse in all its forms is possible. The observance also encourages citizens to take action to help expand and improve the availability of effective substance abuse treatment for those in need. Each year a new theme, or emphasis, is selected for the observance.
Recovery Month provides a platform to celebrate people in recovery and those who serve them. Each September, thousands of treatment programs around the country celebrate their successes and share them with their neighbors, friends, and colleagues in an effort to educate the public about treatment, how it works, for whom, and why. Substance abuse treatment providers have made significant accomplishments, having transformed the lives of untold thousands of Americans. These successes often go unnoticed by the broader population; therefore, Recovery Month provides a vehicle to celebrate these successes.
Recovery Month also serves to educate the public on substance abuse as a national health crisis, that addiction is a treatable disease, and that recovery is possible. Recovery Month highlights the benefits of treatment for not only the affected individual, but for their family, friends, workplace, and society as a whole. Educating the public reduces the stigma associated with addiction and treatment. Accurate knowledge of the disease helps people to understand the importance of supporting treatment programs, those who work within the treatment field, and those in need of treatment.
What is Recovery Month?
Recovery Month is an annual observance that takes place during the month of September.
The Recovery Month observance highlights the societal benefits of substance abuse treatment, lauds the contributions of treatment providers and promotes the message that recovery from substance abuse in all its forms is possible. The observance also encourages citizens to take action to help expand and improve the availability of effective substance abuse treatment for those in need. Each year a new theme, or emphasis, is selected for the observance.
Recovery Month provides a platform to celebrate people in recovery and those who serve them. Each September, thousands of treatment programs around the country celebrate their successes and share them with their neighbors, friends, and colleagues in an effort to educate the public about treatment, how it works, for whom, and why. Substance abuse treatment providers have made significant accomplishments, having transformed the lives of untold thousands of Americans. These successes often go unnoticed by the broader population; therefore, Recovery Month provides a vehicle to celebrate these successes.
Recovery Month also serves to educate the public on substance abuse as a national health crisis, that addiction is a treatable disease, and that recovery is possible. Recovery Month highlights the benefits of treatment for not only the affected individual, but for their family, friends, workplace, and society as a whole. Educating the public reduces the stigma associated with addiction and treatment. Accurate knowledge of the disease helps people to understand the importance of supporting treatment programs, those who work within the treatment field, and those in need of treatment.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Dental Hygiene Care
The NAU Dental Hygiene Clinic is now open and accepting appointments!
NAU Dental Hygiene Clinic provides comprehensive dental hygiene and preventive dental services to the public. Fees for services are reasonable and depend on the individual needs and services provided.
NAU Dental Hygiene Clinic provides comprehensive dental hygiene and preventive dental services to the public. Fees for services are reasonable and depend on the individual needs and services provided.
The clinic also sees AHCCCS (Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System) patients and senior citizens. Services provided by the clinic include, but are not limited to:
- Blood pressure screening
- Oral cancer screening
- Dental examination
- Periodontal Assessment (evaluation for gum disease)
- Education related to oral health
- Radiographs (X-rays)
- Dental Hygiene Therapy
- Conservative Periodontal Therapy
- Fluoride application
- Sealants (coating to prevent decay on the chewing surfaces of teeth)
Clinic hours: Appointments can be made by calling 523-3500.
Clinic Hours:
Monday 1-4 & 5-8
Tuesday 1-4 & 5-8
Wednesday 9-12 & 5-8
Thursday 9-12
NAU parking permits are required and are available from the clinic receptionist.
The clinic is located on south campus in Building 66, room 216.
Why Our Health Matters
NOW AVAILABLE!
A landmark book that illuminates how we have let health care in America become overpriced, ineffective and ultimately disastrous - and what we can all do to fix it.
Almost everyone who has been treated by - or works within - the American health care system at least suspects that it is deeply dysfunctional and on the verge of collapse. Although politicians have weighed in on all sides, in these pages bestselling author Andrew Weil, M.D., identifies the root of the problem. He shows precisely how American medicine, manipulated by profiteering drug companies and abandoned by government overseers, has lost its way. He then presents a solution that will not only make health care affordable, but will also dramatically improve the rapidly deteriorating health of the nation's citizens.
A landmark book that illuminates how we have let health care in America become overpriced, ineffective and ultimately disastrous - and what we can all do to fix it.
Almost everyone who has been treated by - or works within - the American health care system at least suspects that it is deeply dysfunctional and on the verge of collapse. Although politicians have weighed in on all sides, in these pages bestselling author Andrew Weil, M.D., identifies the root of the problem. He shows precisely how American medicine, manipulated by profiteering drug companies and abandoned by government overseers, has lost its way. He then presents a solution that will not only make health care affordable, but will also dramatically improve the rapidly deteriorating health of the nation's citizens.
For more information please click here:
http://www.whyourhealthmatters.com/
Friday, September 4, 2009
A Conversation About Health Care Reform
A Conversation About Health Care Reform
Sponsored by
The Interdisciplinary Health Policy Institute
North Country Health Care
The Department of Politics & International Affairs
Panelists
· Eric Henley, MD, MPH, Medical Director—Central Region, North Country Health Care
· Douglas Paget, MD, Senior Associate, Medical Affairs Division, W.L. Gore Inc.
· Kimberly VanPelt, MA, Associate Director, Research & Policy, St. Luke’s Health Initiatives
· Jacqueline Vaughn, PhD, Professor of Politics & International Affairs, NAU
Free and Open to the Public
Bring Your Questions to this Open Forum
NAU Cline Library Assembly Hall
4:30-6:00, Wednesday, September 30
Monday, August 31, 2009
Tobacco Quit Tips
When you are ready to kick the tobacco habit be sure to select a firm date for quitting tobacco and stick with it.
Tell everyone you are going to quit and enlist their support.
Prepare a list of what triggers you to use tobaco. Make a plan to deal with these triggers.
Keep your hands busy; write a letter or do a puzzle.
Call the Coconino County Health Department (679-7266) for a referral to the AZ Smokers' Helpline or call the helpline directly at 1-800-556-6222. The AZ Smokers' Helpline can be accessed via the internet at www.ASHline.org. Be sure to ask about free nicotine replacement products. If you or your clients are between the ages of 16 - 29 years and want help quitting, have them enroll in our K.I.S.S. (Keep It Sexy and Smokefree) program that uses text messaging and chat rooms. Call 679-7265 or visit www.coconino.az.gov/kiss.
Tell everyone you are going to quit and enlist their support.
Prepare a list of what triggers you to use tobaco. Make a plan to deal with these triggers.
Keep your hands busy; write a letter or do a puzzle.
Call the Coconino County Health Department (679-7266) for a referral to the AZ Smokers' Helpline or call the helpline directly at 1-800-556-6222. The AZ Smokers' Helpline can be accessed via the internet at www.ASHline.org. Be sure to ask about free nicotine replacement products. If you or your clients are between the ages of 16 - 29 years and want help quitting, have them enroll in our K.I.S.S. (Keep It Sexy and Smokefree) program that uses text messaging and chat rooms. Call 679-7265 or visit www.coconino.az.gov/kiss.
Friday, August 28, 2009
Coping with Stress in Today's environment.
A few tips......
A variety of physical, behavioral and emotional symptoms are normal reactions to stress.
You may experience:
1. Physical complaints where medical illness has been ruled out or is seen as only part of
the problem
• Musculo-skeletal problems such as tics, headaches, backaches and cramps
• Gastrointestinal difficulties such as frequent indigestion or nausea
2. Behavioral irregularities
• Withdrawal
• Increased alcohol and drug use
• Change in eating habits and weight (increase or decrease)
• Change in sleeping habits (increase or decrease)
3. Emotional discomfort
• Chronic fatigue
• Irritability
• Feeling "out of sorts"
• Crying for no apparent reason
• Depressed mood; sadness
• Non-specific anxiety; worry
Coping With Stress
The following suggestions have helped many people reduce the anxiety in their lives and
improve their ability to function in stressful situations:
• Take stock of your physical health. Some symptoms of stress can also be indications of
physical illness. See your physician for a physical examination.
• Practice good nutrition. Limit caffeine, nicotine and sugar because they are central nervous
system stimulants that can aggravate anxiety. Avoid excess alcohol and food intake,
especially during demanding times.
• Exercise moderately. Appropriate exercise (e.g., even 30 minute walks daily) facilitates the
exit of the body's stress hormones and stimulates well-being. Highly competitive exercise adds
more strain.
• Learn a formalized relaxation method. Meditation, breathing techniques, progressive muscle
relaxation and self-hypnosis can positively affect blood pressure, metabolic rate and immune
function when practiced over time.
• Eliminate stressors from your physical environment. Noise, pollution, uncomfortable room
temperature and poor lighting are subtle stressors and can affect your ability to concentrate.
• Manage your time. Establish priorities based on your primary goals and schedule time for
those pursuits as well as time for relaxation. Job loss can suddenly leave you with time on
your hands. Try joining an organized activity through a church or community center. You may
find great satisfaction volunteering for a charitable organization.
• Set realistic expectations. Are you putting unrealistic demands on yourself? Don't expect to be
able to do everything and please everybody. Learn to speak up and set necessary limits.
• Know when you need to ask others for help. Accept the fact that you are not responsible for
everything and everyone.
• Recognize anxiety messages. Don't burden yourself with messages like "Always be strong..."
"Be perfectP" and "Everyone else seems to be coping better."
• Accept the full spectrum of feelings. Be aware of pressure to feel only joy and happiness
without acknowledging the complexities of human experience. Sadness, anger and
disappointment may be present alongside hope and other positive feelings.
• Learn new ways to express feelings. Talk honestly with friends. Begin a journal of thoughts,
ideas and feelings to give yourself an open forum. Learn to use art or music to express
yourself.
• Allow recollections. Recent or even old losses may emerge more poignantly during times of
stress. Permit memories to co-exist with the present.
• Return to basic values. Quiet time with friends or family, showing appreciation through
thoughtful gestures rather than material tokens can help you focus on the meaningful aspects
of your life and enjoy the warmth and caring of human relationships.
• Enjoy simple pleasures. We all need to refuel regularly with some pleasure and relaxation. It
might be as simple as taking a walk or a hot bath, calling a friend, or turning on some music.
• Seek self-help materials. Many useful books and tapes are available such as The Relaxation
and Stress Reduction Workbook by Davis, McKay, and Eshelman.
• If you need more, seek consultation from a therapist who is familiar with the stress response.
The Anxiety and Stress Disorders Institute of Maryland, LLP: www.anxietyandstress.com
A variety of physical, behavioral and emotional symptoms are normal reactions to stress.
You may experience:
1. Physical complaints where medical illness has been ruled out or is seen as only part of
the problem
• Musculo-skeletal problems such as tics, headaches, backaches and cramps
• Gastrointestinal difficulties such as frequent indigestion or nausea
2. Behavioral irregularities
• Withdrawal
• Increased alcohol and drug use
• Change in eating habits and weight (increase or decrease)
• Change in sleeping habits (increase or decrease)
3. Emotional discomfort
• Chronic fatigue
• Irritability
• Feeling "out of sorts"
• Crying for no apparent reason
• Depressed mood; sadness
• Non-specific anxiety; worry
Coping With Stress
The following suggestions have helped many people reduce the anxiety in their lives and
improve their ability to function in stressful situations:
• Take stock of your physical health. Some symptoms of stress can also be indications of
physical illness. See your physician for a physical examination.
• Practice good nutrition. Limit caffeine, nicotine and sugar because they are central nervous
system stimulants that can aggravate anxiety. Avoid excess alcohol and food intake,
especially during demanding times.
• Exercise moderately. Appropriate exercise (e.g., even 30 minute walks daily) facilitates the
exit of the body's stress hormones and stimulates well-being. Highly competitive exercise adds
more strain.
• Learn a formalized relaxation method. Meditation, breathing techniques, progressive muscle
relaxation and self-hypnosis can positively affect blood pressure, metabolic rate and immune
function when practiced over time.
• Eliminate stressors from your physical environment. Noise, pollution, uncomfortable room
temperature and poor lighting are subtle stressors and can affect your ability to concentrate.
• Manage your time. Establish priorities based on your primary goals and schedule time for
those pursuits as well as time for relaxation. Job loss can suddenly leave you with time on
your hands. Try joining an organized activity through a church or community center. You may
find great satisfaction volunteering for a charitable organization.
• Set realistic expectations. Are you putting unrealistic demands on yourself? Don't expect to be
able to do everything and please everybody. Learn to speak up and set necessary limits.
• Know when you need to ask others for help. Accept the fact that you are not responsible for
everything and everyone.
• Recognize anxiety messages. Don't burden yourself with messages like "Always be strong..."
"Be perfectP" and "Everyone else seems to be coping better."
• Accept the full spectrum of feelings. Be aware of pressure to feel only joy and happiness
without acknowledging the complexities of human experience. Sadness, anger and
disappointment may be present alongside hope and other positive feelings.
• Learn new ways to express feelings. Talk honestly with friends. Begin a journal of thoughts,
ideas and feelings to give yourself an open forum. Learn to use art or music to express
yourself.
• Allow recollections. Recent or even old losses may emerge more poignantly during times of
stress. Permit memories to co-exist with the present.
• Return to basic values. Quiet time with friends or family, showing appreciation through
thoughtful gestures rather than material tokens can help you focus on the meaningful aspects
of your life and enjoy the warmth and caring of human relationships.
• Enjoy simple pleasures. We all need to refuel regularly with some pleasure and relaxation. It
might be as simple as taking a walk or a hot bath, calling a friend, or turning on some music.
• Seek self-help materials. Many useful books and tapes are available such as The Relaxation
and Stress Reduction Workbook by Davis, McKay, and Eshelman.
• If you need more, seek consultation from a therapist who is familiar with the stress response.
The Anxiety and Stress Disorders Institute of Maryland, LLP: www.anxietyandstress.com
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Rural health Planning Survey- Responses Needed!
The Rural Health Office is currently engaged in a strategic planning process to determine future directions and priorities. We value the input of a broad group of stakeholders and we are providing an online survey as one method to receive comments and gather information. To access the survey, please visit the following web address: http://bit.ly/AzRHOSurvey . Thank you for your interest and time in participating in our strategic planning process.
Please feel free to forward this link to other Arizona rural health stakeholders in your network.
Please note, the survey closing date is MONDAY AUGUST 31, 2009. The link is http://bit.ly/AzRHOSurvey
Thank you.
For more information contact:
Jennifer Peters
Coordinator for Community Health Promotion Rural Health Office Mel & Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health University of Arizona PO Box 245209, Tucson, AZ 85724-5209
Office: 520.626.2254
Cell: 520.730.9729
Fax: 520.626.8716
Email: petersjs@u.arizona.edu
Jennifer Peters
Coordinator for Community Health Promotion Rural Health Office Mel & Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health University of Arizona PO Box 245209, Tucson, AZ 85724-5209
Office: 520.626.2254
Cell: 520.730.9729
Fax: 520.626.8716
Email: petersjs@u.arizona.edu
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
COPD Coalition
Join us for our 1st quarterly COPD Coaltion meeting. There is no cost to attend and lunch will be served. This meeting is open to patients, caregivers, health care providers and anyone interested. For more information or to attend please call 602-258-7505 or 520-323-1812. For additional information about the Coalition visit www.breatheeasyaz.org. The meeting will be Wednesday, August 26 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and is hosted by The American Lung Association in Arizona.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
First day of school
Today is the first day of school for the Flagstaff Unified School District; does your child have all of the required immunizations? Children must have proof of all required immunizations or a valid exemption in order to attend the first day of school. If your child does not have all of their immunizations they can come to the Coconino County Health Department clinic to receive them on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Appointments are recommended; call 928-679-7222 or 877-679-7272 for yours.
Children who qualify can receive all of the recommended and required vaccines free of charge with a maximum fee of $15.00. For more information about the Coconino County Health Department immunization clinic visit their website: http: www.coconino.az.gov/health.aspx?id=818. You can see specific requirements for immunizations at the Arizona Department of Health Services website: http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/immun/back2school.htm.
Children who qualify can receive all of the recommended and required vaccines free of charge with a maximum fee of $15.00. For more information about the Coconino County Health Department immunization clinic visit their website: http: www.coconino.az.gov/health.aspx?id=818. You can see specific requirements for immunizations at the Arizona Department of Health Services website: http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/immun/back2school.htm.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Holistic health care, one step closer
Integration of Care
In collaboration with NCHC, TGC is committed to demonstrate an on-site medical clinic and healthy life skills center. In this model, TGC provides on-going medical and psychiatric nursing care to TGC consumers who otherwise would seek help sporadically and at late stages of the disease process.
NCHC will provide weekly on-site medical clinic appointments and TGC psychiatric nursing staff and recovery support specialists will provide treatment plan support and recovery wellness education to consumers using the nationally recognized Eli Lilly curriculum Solution for Wellness and Team Solutions.
Providing this type of care will result in TGC consumer access to care in an outpatient setting versus through emergency departments and urgent care clinics ultimately improving the relationship between behavioral health providers, consumers and primary care physicians.
North Country Health Care (NCHC) clinic began operation on TGC Campus July 23rd under the direction of Sue Collins, NP. The clinic is opened every Thursday from 8-12 in the space formerly known as the "West Wing". Currently this space was renamed as the TGC Wellness Center. While these services are currently for TGC consumers only, we know this will make a large impact in strengthening the continuum of care.
In collaboration with NCHC, TGC is committed to demonstrate an on-site medical clinic and healthy life skills center. In this model, TGC provides on-going medical and psychiatric nursing care to TGC consumers who otherwise would seek help sporadically and at late stages of the disease process.
NCHC will provide weekly on-site medical clinic appointments and TGC psychiatric nursing staff and recovery support specialists will provide treatment plan support and recovery wellness education to consumers using the nationally recognized Eli Lilly curriculum Solution for Wellness and Team Solutions.
Providing this type of care will result in TGC consumer access to care in an outpatient setting versus through emergency departments and urgent care clinics ultimately improving the relationship between behavioral health providers, consumers and primary care physicians.
North Country Health Care (NCHC) clinic began operation on TGC Campus July 23rd under the direction of Sue Collins, NP. The clinic is opened every Thursday from 8-12 in the space formerly known as the "West Wing". Currently this space was renamed as the TGC Wellness Center. While these services are currently for TGC consumers only, we know this will make a large impact in strengthening the continuum of care.
NACOG AAA 2009 Conference - Creating Caring Communities for Seniors: Aging Well
*Early Bird Registration deadline is September 4, 2009
Please contact NACOG Area Agency on Aging with any questions. If you are in the Flagstaff area, please call 213-5254. For callers outside of the Flagstaff area, please call our toll-free number at 1-877-521-3500. You may also register online at www.regonline.com/AgingWellConf
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Health Care Reform
Thanks for all the help creating this visual representation to guide health care reform.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
FDA Calls e-Cigarettes Toxic, Warns Against Use
Please click on the link below to read the full article:
http://www.jointogether.org/news/headlines/inthenews/2009/fda-calls-e-cigarettes-toxic.html
http://www.jointogether.org/news/headlines/inthenews/2009/fda-calls-e-cigarettes-toxic.html
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Friday, July 17, 2009
Dear Members:
Health Reform is at the top of the Congressional legislative agenda. Committees in the House and Senate are meeting now to work out the details of legislation that will represent the blueprint for fundamental reform. Next month, the Congress will be out of session and you have an important opportunity to meet with your elected officials.
Partnership for Prevention wants to encourage you to seek out these opportunities and help remind your elected officials that “Real Health Reform Starts with Prevention.” Partnership is helping to sponsor several web forums that will provide an update on health reform legislation, inform you on how to make the case for community prevention and explain how organizations and individuals can educate without lobbying. To register, visit http://www.dialogue4health.org/hcr/index.html.
Please take the time to participate in one of the three.
Best,
William
William A. Tatum, MA
Director, Constituent Relations & Membership
Partnership for Prevention
1015 18th Street, NW Suite 300
Washington, DC 20036
Direct Line: (202) 375-7816
Email: wtatum@prevent.org
Health Reform is at the top of the Congressional legislative agenda. Committees in the House and Senate are meeting now to work out the details of legislation that will represent the blueprint for fundamental reform. Next month, the Congress will be out of session and you have an important opportunity to meet with your elected officials.
Partnership for Prevention wants to encourage you to seek out these opportunities and help remind your elected officials that “Real Health Reform Starts with Prevention.” Partnership is helping to sponsor several web forums that will provide an update on health reform legislation, inform you on how to make the case for community prevention and explain how organizations and individuals can educate without lobbying. To register, visit http://www.dialogue4health.org/hcr/index.html.
Please take the time to participate in one of the three.
Best,
William
William A. Tatum, MA
Director, Constituent Relations & Membership
Partnership for Prevention
1015 18th Street, NW Suite 300
Washington, DC 20036
Direct Line: (202) 375-7816
Email: wtatum@prevent.org
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Flagstaff Community Farmers Markets
Downtown/Westside
This year's community market runs from June 7th through October 11th, 2009
every Sunday from 8am to 12pm i
City Hall West Parking Lot (just west of 211 W Aspen Ave) Corner of Rt 66 and N Sitgreaves St
Flagstaff AZ
and
Eastside
July 8th through September 9th
Every Wednesday from 4pm to 7pm
St Pius Catholic Church Parking Lot
2257 E. Cedar Ave.Corner of Cedar Ave and 4th Street
Flagstaff AZ
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
NAU Dental Hygiene Clinic
NAU Dental Hygiene Clinic provides comprehensive dental hygiene and preventive dental services to the public. Fees for services are reasonable and depend on the individual needs and services provided.
The clinic also sees AHCCCS (Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System) patients and senior citizens. Services provided by the clinic include, but are not limited to:
- Blood pressure screening
- Oral cancer screening
- Dental examination
- Periodontal Assessment (evaluation for gum disease)
- Education related to oral health
- Radiographs (X-rays)
- Dental Hygiene Therapy
- Conservative Periodontal Therapy
- Fluoride application
- Sealants (coating to prevent decay on the chewing surfaces of teeth)
Clinic hours: The clinic is closed in the summer but will open again in August. Appointments can be made by calling 523-3500.
Clinic Hours:
Monday 1-4 & 5-8
Tuesday 1-4 & 5-8
Wednesday 9-12 & 5-8
Thursday 9-12
NAU parking permits are required and are available from the clinic receptionist.
The clinic is located on south campus in Building 66, room 216.
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Climb to Conquer Cancer - August 15, 2009
The American Cancer Society's - Climb to Conquer Cancer
August 15, 2009 at the Arizona Snowbowl - register now as this event sells out quickly!
Please register on line at http://www.flagstaffclimb.com/ or for more information please call 928-526-2896.
Start time is 7am -8am - PLEASE THIS IS A NO DOGS EVENT!
Registration is $40 per person - Children 7 -11 yrs registration is $15.00
Children 6 and under are free with a signed waiver form and no t-shirt.
Our goal is for everyone to raise $100 or MORE!!!
Participants must pre-register, there will be no day of Climb registration!
To get your team name/logo on the back of your Climb t-shirt you must register your team of 12 by July10th, please bring to the American Cancer Society office a copy of your team logo on a 8 1/2 x 11 in black & white only.
Carpool, Carpool, Carpool
Ride the bus from Flagstaff High School on the day of Climb on August 15th
Buses will begin shuttling at 6:30 am until 7:30 am
To honor a loved one who has survives cancer or in memory of your loved one who has lost their battle with cancer, you can purchase a commemorative Flag. You can decorate the Flag yourself or we can print your loved one's name on the Flag. Flags must be purchased at The American Cancer Society office for $20.00. Decorated Flags must be returned to our office by August 1st.
Outback Steakhouse will begin serving at 8:30 am
All participants must ride the bus down the mountain.
Please start your Climb with a full bottle of water, wear your wristband and sunscreen!
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Friday, May 29, 2009
May 31 is World No Tobacco Day
The theme of World No Tobacco Day 2009 is "Tobacco Health Warnings", with an emphasis on the picture warnings that have been shown to be particularly effective at making people aware of the health risks of tobacco use and convincing them to quit. More and more countries are fighting back against the epidemic of tobacco by requiring that packages of tobacco show the dangers of the product's use, as called for in guidelines to the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control.
For more information please visit the World Health Organization.
Free Skin Cancer Screenings on May 30
With summer approaching, more people will be in the sun enjoying outdoor activities. Flagstaff’s high altitude and the intense southwest sun, make skin cancer a serious risk. In fact, Arizona has the second-highest incidence of skin cancer in the world.
The Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare and the Northern Arizona Dermatology Center (NADC) are sponsoring a free skin cancer screening from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 30, at the Cancer Centers of NAH, located on FMC’s West Campus, 1200 N. Beaver Street.
This community-service clinic will provide free skin cancer screenings to individuals who would otherwise be unable to afford this exam on their own. The services will include a full-body skin cancer screening exam and education/information on how to stay safe in the sun. Any necessary follow-up appointments or procedures will require a scheduled office visit with a dermatologist.
The American Cancer Society recommends that individuals receive a cancer-related skin examination at least once every three years between the ages of 20 to 40 years old, and annually for individuals age 40 years and older. While skin cancer generally occurs in older persons, melanoma, the most common type of cancer, often occurs in people between the ages of 25 and 29. Early detection is your best protection against skin cancer. The vast majority of skin cancers can be cured if diagnosed and treated early.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 928 774-5074. Walk-ins will be seen as time allows and the last walk-in will be taken at noon.
The Cancer Centers of Northern Arizona Healthcare and the Northern Arizona Dermatology Center (NADC) are sponsoring a free skin cancer screening from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Saturday, May 30, at the Cancer Centers of NAH, located on FMC’s West Campus, 1200 N. Beaver Street.
This community-service clinic will provide free skin cancer screenings to individuals who would otherwise be unable to afford this exam on their own. The services will include a full-body skin cancer screening exam and education/information on how to stay safe in the sun. Any necessary follow-up appointments or procedures will require a scheduled office visit with a dermatologist.
The American Cancer Society recommends that individuals receive a cancer-related skin examination at least once every three years between the ages of 20 to 40 years old, and annually for individuals age 40 years and older. While skin cancer generally occurs in older persons, melanoma, the most common type of cancer, often occurs in people between the ages of 25 and 29. Early detection is your best protection against skin cancer. The vast majority of skin cancers can be cured if diagnosed and treated early.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 928 774-5074. Walk-ins will be seen as time allows and the last walk-in will be taken at noon.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Next FlagChan Meeting Planned for June Third
Our next networking meeting is planned for June 3 at 11:45-1pm at the Coconino County Health Department in the Ponderosa room. Bring your own brown bag lunch (there will be snacks provided by Coconino Tobacco Use Prevention Program. Contact Marty Eckrem for more information.
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