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Monthly Spotlight - Colorectal Cancer Awareness
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March is National Colorectal Awareness Month
According to the Center for Disease Control, regular screening beginning at age 45 is key to preventing colorectal cancer. There are several screening test used to find polyps or colorectal cancer, including some tests that can be done at home. Talk with your physician about the pros and cons of these tests. (Source: Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, March 4, 2024)
Below is some additional information provided by CareFirst.
CareFirst March 2024 Health Observance Newsletter - Colorectal Cancer: Screening Saves Lives
CareFirst - Colorectal Screening Member Flyer
Colorectal Cancer Awareness - Center for Disease Control
CareFirst is offering Wellness Wednesday Webinars for the months of April, May, and June. The dates and topics are listed below. Click on register if you'd like to join.
April 3, 2024: Financial Health = Wealth - Register
May 1, 2024: Mental Health Starts with You - Register
June 5, 2024: Tools for Men's Health - Register
Are you getting enough sleep? Join the Rest and Restore Challenge.
Caregiving Assistance
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If you are a caregiver in need of in-home assistance with a homebound elderly adult or disabled citizen, or you are interested in training to be a self-employed caregiver, contact the Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities at 410-222-4257.
Resources
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Tobacco Cessation
For information about classes at Anne Arundel Medical Center call 1-443-481-4000 or 1-800-MD-NURSE for more information. These are seven-week sessions and free smoking cessation medication is dispensed.Coaching is also available through BHS, AACPS Employee Assistance Program. Call 800-327-2251 or email coach@bhsonline.com. You can also schedule a telephonic or video appointment at BHS Coach.
Health Screening Recommendations
Local Fitness Centers - View Employee Discounts
Anne Arundel Medical Center, is a partner in AACPS’ wellness initiative and offers AACPS employees the same discounts for their exercise classes that their own employees enjoy. Call askAAMC at (443) 481-5555 for more information. For your information, Anne Arundel Medical Center is located at 2001 Medical Parkway, off Jennifer Road (near the Annapolis Mall).