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Health News is published as a community service by HumanaT Hospital Brazos Valley. i Health Shorts Making Workouts Playful “No pain, no gain” may be on its way to the graveyard of outdated health slogans. Human beings didn’t evolve to run 26 miles at a time, but to walk. We didn’t evolve to bench press 220 lb., but to carry 20 lb. to 30 lb. long distances. So ease off. You don’t have to kill yourself to save your life. The exercise necessary to be healthy is much less than most people think, and doesn’t have to involve burdensome regimens. It should be part of life. Gardening alone - hoeing, digging, pulling, weeds and pushing a lawn mower - can boost heart rates by 20% to 25%. For a sedentary person that may be enough to improve health. If you do enjoy the feeling of strenu ous workouts, fine, but remember that if you’re active in your everyday life you won’t have to do as much, and you won’t hurt yourself. (“American Health” 5/89) Pain-Free Workouts An arthritis sufferer should have the same exercise agenda as anyone else who wants to get in shape—find and stick with a balanced routine that strengthens muscles and builds cardiovascular power. However, this formula becomes catch-22 for the person with arthritis: doing any exercise can add to pain he’s already having. That’s why swimming is the ideal exercise. The water’s way of leaving you “weightless” places no additional stress on joints and no extra pain while you’re getting fit. Check out the variety of water exercise classes offered at your local health clubs. (“American Health” 3/90) Providing for the Special Needs of Older Patients Our Humana Seniors Association offers a variety of benefits and services to help you live life to the fullest. The associa tion is available to anyone 55 years or older. All of our members receive VIP treatment including discounts on accom modations. Your benefits include private rooms at semi-private rates and an extra bed for your spouse or a friend at no additional charge, both benefits subject to availability. You will also enjoy a complimentary TV and telephone in your room as well as complimentary meals for your spouse. All this and even compli mentary transportation when available. W'hen you become a member you qualify for vision and hearing care benefits including discounts on eyewear and hearing aids. We also have an in- home emergency response system to ensure your safety 24hrs a day. Discounts to local merchants and convenient prescriptions by mail are all part of being a member. For more information call the association at 776-0884. NEWS i Ask Your Doctor About DaySurgery Humana DaySurgery offers an innovative and convenient alternative to a hospital visit. DaySurgery is specifically designed and staffed for surgical procedures that can be performed the same day the patient is admitted. It is a technique for providing you lower-cost, hospital-quality health care that has gained popularity throughout America. With DaySurgery, you’re admitted, have surgery, and go home the same day, so your health care costs arc substantially less than those for the same operation performed on an overnight basis. You’ll be back in the familiar surroundings of your home before nightfall. That means greatly shortened absences from family, school or work. Parents arc back home with small children and business people can stay in touch more easily with their offices. If you have a child who needs surgery, you’ll probably feel more comfort able having him or her at home. Recovery is en hanced in familiar sur roundings with a loving family nearby. DaySurgery is a concept that represents advances in surgical techniques and hospital care. Many different types of surgical procedures are now being Common DaySurgery Procedures Biopsy: diagnosis of lumps and bumps the hernia protrudes. This proccdurcis Diagnosis of moles, cysts, or ganglia (swelling beneath the skin), enlarged fatly tissue and swollen lymph glands can safely and easily be done in DaySurgery. Arthroscopic Diagnosis and Treatment Arthroscopy is the examination of the interior of a diseased or damaged joint, by means of a lighted instrument known as an arthroscope. Using an arlhroscope, a doctor will be able to determine what is affecting the function of the joint when symptoms fail to respond to medical therapy. Foot Surgery Today fool surgery to relieve pain, correct deformities and to improve function can be done safely and easily in DaySurgery. Arthroplasty is the removal of a portion of the toe joint to straighten a “hammertoe.” Fiborous tissue fills in the gaps. Hernia Repair A hernia is the abnormal protrusion of part of an organ or tissue. Hernias arc common in the groin and abdomen. Although various supports and trusses can be tried, the best treatment is surgical repair of the weakness in the muscle wall through which called herniorrhaphy and can be done safely and easily in DaySurgery. Myringotomy for serous Otitis Media Fluid buildup in the middle car is a common disorder among children from birth through around age six. Ifleft unattended, this condition can cause learning and speech disabilities, even permanent loss of hearing. However,wi a trip to DaySurgery, correction of scroll otitis media can be ixrrformed in a mallei j of minutes. Nasal Surgery Minor aesthetic rhinoplasty can he doner correct the appearance of a large bulbous I tip of the nose, an obvious bump or hood or flared nostrils. Reconstructive surjjcnI of the nose is done to correct deformilics f resulting from birth, trauma, tumors or infections. The end result is improved function and a more desirable appc«e;| To nsillectomy A tonsillectomy at Daysurgery meansyi.| can enjoy the popsiclc in the comfort of your own bed. performed on a same day basis. Most people find their insurance not only covers the majority of charges for DaySurgcry, but also encourages the use of same day surgery to hold down health care costs. Only your physician can decide whether you are a candidate for DaySurgcry. However, surgery on a same day basis is a choice more and more doctors arc able to offer their patients. DaySurgcry provides a high quality, low cost alternative torcr.J hospital care. Humana DaySurgcry is now offereij two locations: Humana DaySurgcry-Bi and Humana Hospital Brazos Valley. If you or a member of your familyis| anticipating surgery, discuss DaySurgtr with your doctor. This innovative sera] could be the time and money-saving alternative that’s right for you. I More Than a Way of Losing As one of the most critical health problems we face today, obesity is a chronic medical condition that affects millions of Ameri cans. Now there’s hope for those who are overweight. The medically supervised OPTIFAST Program is a long term, serious approach to permanent weight control. Researchers have discovered that overeating is not the main cause of obesity, but agree that it is caused by a complex interaction of genetic, environmental and psychological factors. If you are 50 pounds or more over weight, the Optifast Program offers new hope for you. The OPTIFAST Program is based on the belief that a problem as complex as obesity requires a complex solution. The program deals not only with your weight, but also with the physical, social and emotional aspects of being severely overweight. Medically supervised and hospital affiliated, the OPTIFAST Program provides a unique combination of safe, rapid weight loss; behavior modification and psychological support; nutrition education; exercise; and frequent medical monitoring. Initial weight loss is rapid and very encouraging. But the focus is on long term, sustained weight loss. In other words, what you lose stays lost. CENTER FOR HEALTH RESOURCES COMMUNITY CLASSES CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR): Course B: Adult & Pediatric Hearlsaver Would you know what to do if a family member, friend or co worker began choking, stopped breathing or their heart stopped? Leam the skills needed for one-man adult and infant resuscitation as well as how to clear the obstructed airway of an infant or adult in one easy four hour class. American Heart Association Adult and Pediatric Hearlsaver certification will be received upon successful completion. Cost: $10.00 Saturday, July 7, Aug. 4, Sept. 1: 9 am - 1 pm Wednesday, July 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19: 6 pm - 10 pm Course D: Pediatric Basic Life Support Parents, day care workers and everyone who has little ones in their life will be interested in this class. Infant and child CPR and obstructed airway will be covered. Cost: $10.00 Saturday, July 14, Aug. 11, Sept. 8: 8 am - 12 pm Thursday, July 23, Aug. 13: 6 - 10 pm Attention Health Professionals Course C: Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers CPR course for health care professionals and those that want to go on to become instructors. Recertification classes also available. Call for more details. ACLS: NALS: July 20, 21, 22 July 28, Sept. 15 Call for more information. STANDARD FIRST AID First aid techniques are used to give immediate care to those injured or suddenly ill. Leam what you can do before medical help becomes available. This eight hour course is divided into two evenings and provides fundamental principles and skills in first aid. Those completing the course will receive CPR and First Aid certification from the American Red Cross. Cost: $20.00 for eight hour course Wednesdays, Aug. 1 & 8, 22 & 28 (two day course) or Sept. 12 & 19: 6 - 10 pm Thursdays, Sept. 10 & 27: 6 - 10 pm SAFE SITTER TRAINING FOR BABYSITTERS!! Safe Sitter is a nation wide medically oriented instructional program that teaches boys and girls ages 11-15 howto handle emergencies when caring for young children. Safe sitters leam basic life saving techniques, safely precautions, how to summon help and ups on basic child care. Certificate will be received upon successful compleuon. Co-sponsored with HCA Greenleaf Hospital. Cost: $35.00 for twelve hour course ALL CLASSES ARE SATURDAYS 9:30 am- 4:30 pm Call for more information. THE OPTIFAST PROGRAM This free orientation gives you a complete overview of the program and answers insurance reimbursement questions. July 17 - 12:15 pm, 6:00 pm July 24 - 12:15 pm, 6:00 pm DAYCARE ACCREDITED TRAINING PROGRAM This two-day course meets state requirements in CPR and First Aid for Daycare Centers as well as added information in child health and safety. Part I: Pediatric CPR, SI0.00 Part II: Basic First Aid, $15.00 Part IH: Child Health and Safety, $5.00 July 14 ■ July 16 ■ July 23 ■ July 24 • July 25 • Aug. II Aug. 13 Aug. 14 Aug. 15 Sept. 8 - Sept. 12 Part I&II: 8 am - 5 pm • Part III: 6 - 10 pm Part 1:6-10 pm • Part III: 6 - 10 pm ■ Part III: 6 - 10 pm - Part I&II: 8 am - 5 pm - Part I: 6 - 10 pm - Part 11:6 - 10 pm - Part 111: 6 - 10 pm Part 1&I1: 6 - 10 pm - Part 111: 6 • 10 pm Call 764-5275 to register. Advanced registration I and payment required for classes. Materials for some classes must be picked up in advance. A series of medical icsi and an inter view will help to determine if you qualify "How do I find a doctor who’s perfectly suited for my needs?" n Which doctors will accept my insurance?" " We’re expecting our first child. Can you tell me about the Humana Cradle Club sm ?" "Where can I find a CPR class?" The answers to these and other heallhcare-rclatcd questions arc now easy to find and as close as your telephone through Humana On Call*™, a valuable new community service from the healthcare professionals at Humana Hospital - Brazos Valley. Now with one phone call, you can be referred to quality physicians and specialists, as well as a wide range of community and hospital-based programs and services matched to your specific needs. Your healthcare referral questions will be answered promptly and reliably by our specially trained healthcare representatives from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday - Friday. And best of all, this service is free. If you need to know about finding the right physi cian, community health events, or a wide variety of health services offered by your local Humana Hospital or by the community, one call is all it takes. Humana Hospital - Brazos Valley 1604 Rock Prairie Rd. College Station, TX 77H45 Humana On Call 764-5201 for the program. If you elect to participate in the OPTIFAST Program, you will have weekly consultations with the program physician, nurses and mitritionisis lo monitor your safety and progress. You will also participate in behavior modification sessions led by a professional behaviorist. It is participation in these sessions and the group suppori you encounter there which enables you to successfully reshape your thinking about food and the role you will allow it lo play in your fulure life. 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I and b At [said 1 the i: | condi Th (buildi I nited conta ! could buildi I curre Mil plant were ; none Find out more about the OPTIFASl Program In attending one ol our free Optifast orientation sessions tcluYkou 1 ] calendar on ihispageV Please call7 5026 for information about orientati schedules and reservations. We arc w illing to work w itb \ou on insuraiKvl claims and are accepting assignnicnii'| insurance benefits. When it eomosio long-term weight managemeni. llnsi von won't Iv alone. OPTIFASTisi: than a wav of losing, u's a wav ol lifj the ant lan a i Gai Gai Ch Ch Ice ate m ( scr pus ate: c tur par the goc estt Noi go ‘Ye; Car saic cle S dov ( Th< What's more important than your health. SM ,lo - 75 (,<)40