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Why not let Texas Health Resources help you to get organized and stay that way?
Get a copy of the 2013 Year of Health pocket calendar! It's chock-full of healthy reminders and insightful tips on ways to help you and members of your family stay in the pink year-round.
Click the link at right or call 1-877-THR-WELL to request a complimentary calendar and get started on a healthy new year!
Click the links below to access this month's recommendations.
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STAY SAFE IN THE SUN!
The American Cancer Society reminds us all that those long-awaited days in the sun can be dangerous. Learn how to spot early warning signs of skin problems from over-exposure in the sun.
Skin cancer can be cured if it's found and treat early. Click the button below to get helpful tips on avoiding skin cancer, or call 1-877-THR-WELL to learn more about skin cancer screenings and other cancer services offered at a Texas Health hospital near you.
Find out whether you have risk factors!
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LIFE CAN BE BETTER FOR YOU!
Improved well-being begins now.
Being well is not simply the absence of disease and illness. There are many dimensions to well-being, from physical health to emotional health. Your behaviors, how you look at life, access to basic needs and how and where you work all affect your ability to improve your well-being.
Sign up for a daily health challenge and get tips
for enjoying greater well-being!
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WHAT IS YOUR RISK FOR HEART DISEASE?
Know your risk for heart disease by determining your heart age. Take the free online heart risk assessment linked below.
Find out whether you have risk factors!
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ENJOY WELL-BEING THIS YEAR!
It's a new year, and you have the ability to start it off right! Make health a priority this year by subscribing to a daily reminder that provides helpful tips and offers ways to improve your well-being.
Learn more about the Texas Health Resources commitment to well-being and sign up for your daily challenge today!
Achieve greater well-being in 2013!
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2012
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TIME TO REST!
The holiday season is full of family, friends and fun, but to many Americans it’s also a time of great stress and sleepless nights. Not getting enough sleep can lead to fatigue, disorientation, and irritability, which won’t relieve any of your stress.
If you are having trouble sleeping, it may be a good time to make an appointment with one of our sleep medicine experts.
Click the link above take a Sleep Quiz, or call 1-877-THR-WELL for a referral to a sleep medicine specialist near you!
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DIABETES IS PREVENTABLE!
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 24 million Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes. Simple changes, like adding 20 minutes of exercise a day and watching your diet, can make an impact.
Click the link above to ask a diabetes educator a question or call
1-877-THR-WELL for more resources to help prevent or manage diabetes!
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BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH!
Breast cancer accounts for nearly 1 in 4 cancers diagnosed in U.S. women. What are you doing to make your lifestyle healthier?
If you’re age 40 or older, you should have a mammogram each year. Call the number below, or click, to schedule a screening mammogram appointment at a Texas Health hospital near you.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
to schedule a screening mammogram appointment!
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SPRING INTO FALL!
As the seasons change, protect yourself and your family against influenza. By vaccinating, we take a simple step to help protect us against the flu, so we can get on with our busy lives.
Follow this link to learn more about influenza and ways you can help stay health during flu season.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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CHANGING COURSES!
It’s important that your child be physically active daily. Physical activity is essential for lifelong health and wellbeing. To learn more about simple ways to keep your children physically fit and healthy, click the button below to request a Healthy Kids Kit.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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HOT! HOT! HOT!
The American Cancer Society reminds us all that those long awaited days in the sun can be dangerous. Learn how to spot early warning signs of skin problems from over-exposure in the sun. Skin cancer can be cured if it’s found and treated early.
Call 1-877-THR-WELL to learn more about skin cancer screenings and other cancer services offered at a Texas Health hospital near you.
Call 1-877-THR-WELL anytime during business hours for more info about services in the Texas Health Resources family of hospitals.
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Do you take better care of your car than your body? When was your last tune up?
Make time to schedule a physical exam!
To find a physician who meets your needs, visit TexasHealth.org/FindaPhysician or call 1-877-THR-WELL.
Call 1-877-THR-WELL anytime during business hours for more info about services in the Texas Health Resources family of hospitals.
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Moms, looking for a place to connect?
Texas Health hospitals are making it easy for North Texas moms to connect with each other to share tips and tricks, sympathize, and exchange information and ideas.
Join our mommy communities on Facebook and Twitter, or join the discussion on our moms blog.
Call 1-877-THR-WELL anytime during business hours for more info about services in the Texas Health Resources family of hospitals.
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Fight Colorectal Cancer!
Colorectal cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
A diet high in fiber, fruits and vegetables can help maintain colon health. If you or your loved ones are older than 50, you should be screened every 10 years. To schedule a colonoscopy, call 1-877-THR-WELL or click the button below.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Tackle Your Weight Issues
Did you know, according to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, that more than 67 percent of Americans are either obese or overweight?
Eating nutrient-rich foods can lead to a healthy weight and decreased risk of disease. Click the button below for new healthy dinner recipes during National Nutrition Month.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Corazón, Coeur, Herz, Heart
In any language, heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, according to the American Heart Association.
Follow the link below to learn your relative heart age! It only takes 10 minutes, and can help you better understand your risk for developing cardiovascular disease.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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It's a New Year!
It's a new year, and you have the ability to start it off right. Make health a priority in the new year by scheduling a physical, appropriate annual exams and screenings.
Follow the link below to learn more about the various screenings available through the Texas Health Resources family of hospitals.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Time to Rest!
The holiday season is full of family, friends and fun, but to many Americans it's also a time of great stress and sleepless nights.
Not getting enough sleep can lead to fatigue, disorientation, and irritability, which won't relieve any of your stress.
Follow the link below to learn more about sleep medicine options available at the hospitals of Texas Health Resources.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Combat Diabetes
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 24 million Americans have been diagnosed with diabetes. As our diets consist of more and more sugars, processed and fast foods, the numbers of those at risk continue to rise. The good news is that this disease can be prevented! Talk to your primary care physician to find out if you are at risk or to get tested, or call 1-877-THR-WELL for more information or for a physician referral.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Treasure Your Chest!
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and if you are age 40 or older, you should have a mammogram each year. To schedule a screening appointment at a Texas Health hospital near you, call 1-877-THR-WELL or click the button below.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Advances in Medicine: Go Red Lecture Series
This month, the hospitals of Texas Health Resources are sponsoring a number of free Advances in Medicine lectures specifically for women! The topic is heart disease, and the events are part of the North Texas Go Red for Women™ campaign to heighten awareness of this deadly health problem.
Use the link below to browse a listing of the Go Red Advances in Medicine events, and make plans to attend one near you!
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A diet high in fiber, fruits and vegetables can help maintain colon health. If you or your loved ones are older than age 50, you should be screened every 10 years.
Use the link below to find a gastroenterologist and invest in your health by scheduling a colonoscopy today!
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Vascular Screenings
Early detection is the first line of defense against potentially fatal vascular conditions. Screening can help identify individuals who may be at risk for stroke, aneurysm or Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD).
Why not use the link below to schedule a vascular screening at a Texas Health hospital near you?
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Summer Is Finally here!
During National Men's Health Month, take care of the man in your life by reminding him to make an appointment for a physical exam. Routine screenings may help reduce the risk of developing heart disease, cancer and other conditions, and can add years to his life.
Use the link below to find a physician and invest in your health by scheduling an annual physical exam today!
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Take Care of Yourself!
You spend the year thinking of everyone but yourself. This month, don't forget how important it is to take time to take care of you! Make sure you're getting your necessary annual exams, exercising and eating healthy, well-balanced meals.
Follow this link to access details about important screening services.
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Cancer Control Month
At Texas Health, we celebrate Cancer Control Month to recognize advances in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, and support a public campaign to fight this life-threatening disease.
Click the link below to request a free Cancer Education and Wellness Kit!
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Every Bite Counts!
During March, National Nutrition Month, Texas Health challenges you to keep a diary of what you eat. Certain studies have shown that documenting what you eat can lead to better eating habits!
Click the link below to download a Texas Health food log and get started on your nutrition diary!
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Heart Disease is No. 1 Killer of Women
Go Red for Women is the national movement founded by the American Heart Association to help you fight back against the No. 1 killer of American women, heart disease.
To request a Healthy Heart Kit, click the button below or call 1-877-THR-WELL.
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Let Your Heart Be Your Guide
When it comes to New Year's resolutions, let your heart be your guide! Keep your heart healthy by getting regular medical checkups, quitting smoking, improving your eating habits, staying physically active and maintaining a healthy weight.
To schedule a cardiac screening at a Texas Health hospital near you, click the button below or call 1-877-THR-WELL.
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2010
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Make Your Health a Priority!
It's a new year and you have the ability to start it off right.
Make your health a priority in the new year by scheduling a physical, appropriate annual exams and any necessary screenings.
Find a physician who meets your needs! Click below or call 1-877-THR-WELL.
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Corazón, Coeur, Herz, Heart
In any language, heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women according to the American Heart Association.
Why not be proactive and schedule a cardiac screening at a Texas Health hospital near you?
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Healthy Eating
Did you know, according to the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, that more than 67 percent of Americans are either obese or overweight? Eating nutrient-rich foods can lead to a healthy weight and decreased risk of disease.
Why not try one of the delicious recipes linked below and stay on track with the Body Mass Index!
 
Click thumbnails above to download hi-res images
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Colorectal Cancer
Colorectal cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in the United States, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
A diet high in fiber, fruits and vegetables can help maintain colon health. If you or your loved ones are older than 50, you should be screened every 10 years.
Use the link below to find a gastroenterologist and invest in your health by scheduling a colonoscopy today!
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Screening for Fatal Vascular Conditions
Early detection is the first line of defense against potentially fatal vascular conditions. Screening can help identify individuals who may be at risk for stroke, aneurysm and vascular insufficiency.
May is National Stroke Month, so why not schedule a vascular screening today at a Texas Health hospital near you?
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Time for a Physical Exam?
Do you take better care of your car than your body? When was your last tune-up?
Make time to schedule a physical exam!
Use the link below to find a physician and invest in your health by scheduling an annual physical exam today!
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Are You at Risk for Skin Cancer?
According to the American Cancer Society, more than 1 million skin cancers are diagnosed annually.
Make sure you aren't among those affected by scheduling a skin cancer screening with a dermatologist or health care provider near you. Call 1-877-THR-WELL to find a dermatologist that's right for you.
Learn more from the American Cancer Society about skin cancer and the importance of regular screening.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Enjoy the Benefits of Healthy Eating!
If your energy level takes a nosedive every afternoon, Texas Health nutritionists suggest a snack break for a boost!
 For more info on healthy snack ideas, click the image at right or call 1-877-THR-WELL.
Or, click the button below to ask a question of registered dietitian Amy Goodson.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Wash Your Hands!
Hearing that may take you back to childhood, but hand washing, when done properly, is one of the best ways to avoid getting sick.
Here are some ways to reduce exposure to germs:
- Always wash your hands
- Disinfect
- Use instant hand sanitizers
- Use paper towels instead of shared cloth towels
 To learn more about Hand Hygiene and download a digital edition of our toolkit, click the image at right or call 1-877-THR-WELL.
Or, click the button below to connect to the Texas Health Hand Hygiene Center.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
More than 200,000 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in 2010, according to the National Cancer Institute.
Why not be proactive and schedule a screening mammogram today? It's quick and easy.
Just call 1-877-THR-WELL or click below to get started!
Request an appointment!
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Holiday Exercises
 This Thanksgiving, why not make physical activity a part of your family tradition?
Click the image at right to download a handy list of fun and engaging exercises that you and your family members can use to burn off some of the bird!
Click thumbnail to download hi-res image
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Sleep Medicine
Getting a good night's sleep can improve your mood and your health. If you are having a hard time catching enough ZZZs, it might be time for a sleep study!
Follow the link below to learn more about sleep medicine options available at the hospitals of Texas Health Resources.
Click the link above or call 1-877-THR-WELL
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