Welcome to our Newsletter "Health Matters, Quality Counts, Partners Care" specifically designed for participants in our Medicare Coordinated Care Demonstration (read an issue by clicking on the month-year headings below) April / May / June 2010 - Spinal Stenosis:
Learn about the causes and treatments of this common cause of back pain.
- Ouch! Dealing with Chronic Pain:
Pain, which can be acute or chronic, is the most common reason people seek medical care. Learn more about how to evaluate pain and what can be done about it.
- The Big Belly Blues:
Being overweight, especially when it is accompanied by large abdominal girth (big belly), places and extra strain on the back - in addition to lots of other health hazards. The good news - there are safe and effective ways to reduce that belly!
- Recipe: Asparagus and Arugula Salad
January / February 2010 - Stages of Change:
Understand the stages most of us move through in order to successfully and sustainably change our behaviors. Key to adopting a healthier lifestyle!
- HQP Program Recognized:
Congressman Murphy came to HQP's main office for a visit in October to help explain health care reform and meet some of our program participants. He expressed his committment to work for changes that were fiscally responsible while improving care and health outcomes.
- Flu Bug Update:
Please get vaccinated ! Hesitant? Check your stage of behavior change and talk it over with your nurse care manager.
- Brain Exercises
- Recipe: Crunchy Fish Fillets for a quick winter supper
October / November 2009 - Medicare's Alphabet Soup: Part D Prescription Drug Review
How Part D works and what you need to know.
- Long Term Care: Are you getting what you paid for
How to get the most out of Long Term Care insurance.
- Recipe
Egg-Lemon Soup with Chicken
June /July 2009 - Go Away - Just for the Health of It
The pleasures and benefits of traveling for enjoyment.
Tips to help you prepare for your trip.
Strawberries and Grapes with Balsamic and Red Wine Reduction January/February 2009 No matter how we interpret the mystery of life, spirituality is an important part of our health and happiness...
- The Patterns of Healthy Behavior
Routine tasks are often overlooked as an important part of the day, but frequently they are activities that help maintain our good health.
- Flu Shot and Pneumonia Vaccine
The flu season is here with a few more peak weeks to go... did you get a flu shot?
Crustless Salmon Quiche November/December 2008 * Team June Reflections This issue of Health Matters is dedicated to our friend and colleague June Doerson who inspired June’s Team to give their heart, soul, sweat and tears for three days and more than 60 miles to complete the Philadelphia Breast Cancer 3-Day. Their memories and reflections * Winners of Fundraising With the help of our participants, June’s Team surpassed its fundraising goal for the Philadelphia Breast Cancer 3-Day. * Recipe of the Month Bruschetta with Arugula, Red Onion, and Rosemary-White Bean Spread September/October 2008 * Downsizing with Style Did you ever hear anyone say they love to move? That they just can’t wait to begin packing boxes, sorting through years of memories and deciding which things to toss? * Time to Move "You just can't believe the stuff you can acquire when you live in a house for 52 years. The tools, the toys, the linens we saved, now... there just isn't room for it all. To move again, we had to eliminate even more" * Recipe of the Month Pasta and Garlic-Lemon Tuna Sauce with Capers and Parsley August 2008 * Do You See What I See It appears the definition of what is normal is shifting, as more people pack on the pounds, and our perception of how we look in terms of our body image is altered as well * Recipe of the Month Zucchini Bread * We’re In It Together Some attend class to lose weight, others to manage their weight loss and a few to maintain their healthy weight. In total, the group has lost 170 pounds over the last two years. As impressive as this sounds, the group participants will tell you, it’s not about the numbers * Word Search EAT YOUR VEGGIES July 2008 * Joint Replacement Surgery Are you one of the millions of Americans suffering from severe joint pain * A Success Story * Recipe of the Month Berry Berry Smoothie * Team June Steps Out June Doerson, our colleague whose smiling face many of you met at the door to our HQP Sawmill office, lost her thirteen-year fight with breast cancer in February 2008. In her memory, family, friends and staff from Health Quality Partners have formed “Team June” and will participate in the 3-Day, 60-mile Breast Cancer walk, which benefits the Susan G. Komen Foundation. * Bone Up on Your Calcium Needs June 2008 * GlaxoSmithKline Impact Award GlaxoSmithKline, one of the world's leading research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies, announced the recipients of their 11th Annual IMPACT Awards for Healthcare. * There’s Something About Mary * Food Safety & Handling You can’t see, smell or taste harmful bacteria that may cause illness. In order to help keep you and your family safe during the warmer weather, follow these tips next time you are bringing food to an outdoor gathering: * Recipe of the Month Spring Mediterranean Salad May 2008 * The Ups and Downs of Cholesterol Managing cholesterol is an important part of preventing heart disease. Your Care Manager can help you understand what your LDL should be and if necessary help you develop a plan of lifestyle changes that will help lower you cholesterol and reduce your cardiovascular risk. * Unscrambling the Facts about Eggs For the past 40 years, people have been warned to limit their intake of eggs because of the risk of heart disease. * Recipe of the Month Frittata with Broccoli Rabe, Sun-Dried Tomatoes, and Fontina April 2008 * Understanding Asthma Asthma is a common breathing problem that can start at any age even at eighty or ninety. More than 2.5 million Americans age 65 and older have asthma. * A Success Story * Recipe of the Month Baked Horseradish Salmon March 2008 * COPD Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is the umbrella term for a group of lung conditions in which the airways ... are partially obstructed making it difficult to breathe. * Breathing Easier -- a Case History * Recipe of the Month Anaheim Fish Tacos February 2008 * Peripheral Artery Disease Prevention and early detection with treatment is the key to reducing your chances of developing PAD or its complications. * Jan Garrigan Story Working closely with her Nurse Care Managers for more than 3 years, Jan has gained confidence to proactively manage her health. * Flu Vaccine Update We are pleased to report that as of February 1st, 2008 approximately 92.3% of our eligible study participants have been vaccinated against the flu! * Recipe of the Month Peachy Chicken Picante December 2007 * Holiday Greetings from HQP Best wishes for a wonderful holiday season filled with health had happiness from all of us at Health Quality Partners * Gastroesophageal Reflex Disease (GERD) * Calendar of Events * Recipe of the Month Pomegranate and Orange Salsa November 2007 * Planning for Important Healthcare Decisions This article will explain advance directives for health care and some of the terminology used in advanced care planning. * Managing Your Weight Over the Holidays The "Holiday 7" is the average weight gained by many Americans between Thanksgiving and New Years Day each year. * Calendar of Events * Recipe of the Month Sauteed Spinach with Pine Nuts and Golden Raisins September 2007 * Sleep Disorders Part II This month we look at two other categories of sleep disorders: disturbed sleep and excessive sleep. * Getting to Know the Care Managers Rosemary Goodwin * Recipe of the Month Fresh Corn Salad August 2007 * Sleep Disorders Part One of a Two Part Series: When sleep is interrupted for a period of time it can impair cognition, lead to worsening of medical conditions, disturb intellect, and delay motor response increasing the risk for injury. * Getting to Know the Care Managers Stephanie Weisser, RN, CDE * Recipe of the Month Pesto "Fried" Chicken July 2007 * Considerations for Safe Use of Dietary Supplements Part II Since the use of dietary supplements is becoming more prevalent, it is important to be informed about their usefulness, potential side effects, and possible interactions with traditional medicines. * Getting to Know the HQP Staff Richard Corovessis * Recipe of the Month Chicken Salad with Asparagus and Sun-Dried Tomato Dressing June 2007 * Choosing and Using Dietary Supplements Safely Consumer interest and spending on dietary supplements has grown tremendously over the past decade. People often turn to dietary supplements in an effort to improve or ensure good health. * Getting to Know the HQP Staff Bob Lazansky * Recipe of the Month Pineapple Angel Food Cake * Anatomy of the New Requirements for Dietary Supplement Labels * What you don’t know won’t hurt... A case study May 2007 * Recognizing Depression Depression is a medical illness and it * Getting to know the HQP Staff Barbara Martini, MSN, RN, CS * Allergies? Action Needed! It is SPRING and allergy season is upon us. Prevention and early treatment. * Recipe of the Month Roasted Red Pepper Stuffed Chicken Breasts * Making the Most of Your Doctors Visit One of the most important ways to ensure you receive high quality health care is * Calendar of Events April 2007 * Memory Loss It's normal to forget things once in a while... People who have serious changes in their memory, personality, and behavior may suffer from dementia. * Getting to know the HQP Staff Chris Bolinkski * Preventing Cognitive Decline Exercise your mind. Mental activity keeps your mind sharp and agile. * Vacation with a Purpose HQP Care Manager Rhoda Detweiler takes a Vacation with a Purpose * Recipe of the Month Sole with Asparagus and Potatoes March 2007 * My Aching Back Did you know back problems are the second most common reason for doctor visits as we age? * Getting to Know the HQP Staff Ginny Eastburn * Treating Low Back Pain Your ability to accurately describe the history and nature of your low back pain and associated symptoms will greatly influence diagnosis and treatment by your doctor. * Recipe of the Month Saint Patrick's Day Irish Scone February 2007 * Shingles It is important for you to know the symptoms of shingles so that you can see a doctor for early diagnosis and treatment. * Getting to Know the HQP Staff Sherry Marcantonio * Recipe of the Month Stuffed French Toast January 2007 * Understanding Arthritis Arthritis is one of the most prevalent chronic health conditions today and a leading cause of disability in Americans. * Getting to know the HQP staff June Doerson * Recipe of the Month Peachy Chicken Picante December 2006 * Understanding Behavior Change Although we cannot intentionally change many aspects of ourselves or our world, we can exert some power over the courses of our own lives. * Getting to know the Care Managers Nancy Davis, RN, MSN, ANP-C, CDE * Calendar of Events * Recipe of the Month Holiday Joy November 2006 * Dealing with Holiday Stress The stress of the holidays often leads us to forget our healthy behaviors such as not overeating and exercising. * Getting to Know the Care Managers Rita Heigl, BSN, RN, OCN * Deep Breathing This simple technique can reduce stress and anxiety and can be practiced at any time and anywhere. * Recipe of the Month Tangy Apricot-Glazed Pork Tenderloin October 2006 * Senior Driving: Risk Factors and Safety Tips * Getting to Know the Care Managers Rhoda Detweiler, RN * Vitamin K and Good Bone Health * Calendar of Events * Recipe of the Month Roasted Pumpkin Soup September 2006 * Preventing Falls * Getting to know your Care Managers Donna Haynes, RN * Why Fallproof? This balance and mobility program consists of progressive balance activities, and is geared towards reversing or compensating for impairments associated with increased age and fall risks. * Calendar of Events * Recipe of the Month Pan-Seared Tuna with Mandarin Orange Pico de Gallo August 2006 * Diabetes & Neuropathy This article focuses on a frustrating complication called "Diabetic Neuropathy" or nerve damage. * Getting to Know the Care Managers Carmela Yochim, RN, BSN * Standards of Care for People with Diabetes Diabetes is a chronic illness that requires continuing medical care to prevent complications * Calendar of Events * Recipe of the Month Fresh Cantaloupe Soup * Success with LEARN * Understanding Seasonal Allergies July 2006 * Hypertension or High Blood Pressure Hypertension is known as the "silent killer" because very often there are no warning signs. * Getting to know the Care Managers Patty Graefe, R.N. * Blood Pressure Medications Once you have started medications to control blood pressure, frequent medical followup is recommended to ensure that your blood pressure goal is met and that you are tolerating the treatment with minimal side effects from the medication. * Recipe of the Month Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie * Fall Proof A comprehensive balance and mobility training program June 2006 * Understanding Pre-Diabetes * Update on Recent Events at HQP * Getting to Know the Care Managers Tina Haggerty, RN * Calendar of Events * Recipe of the Month Roasted Asparagus and Mushroom with Rosemary May 2006 * National Physical Fitness Month * Group Programs * Ongoing HQP Classes * Calendar of Events * Getting to Know the Care Managers Lynn Humphreys, RN, BSN * Recipe of the Month Wine-Glazed Chicken with Ravioli and Asparagus April 2006 * Take Precautions with Alcohol * Ask Dr. Coburn * Getting to Know the Care Managers Lisa Reddington Metz, RN * Calendar of Events * Recipe of the Month Eggs Florentine March 2006 * National Colorectal Cancer Month * Ask Dr. Coburn * Getting to Know the Care Managers Carol Schwind, RN * Calendar of Events * Contest Winner * Classes and Workshops * Healthy Reminders * Recipe of the Month Balsamic-Glazed Salmon Filets February 2006 * February is National Heart Month * Getting to Know the Care Managers Maryellen Keller, RN * Ask Dr. Coburn * Healthy Reminders * Recipe of the Month Dilled Flounder with Almonds January 2006 * You Asked We Listened * January is Cataract Awareness Month * Getting to Know the Care Managers * Ask Dr. Coburn * Calendar of Events * Healthy Reminders | 
