LCHP Health and Fitness Summer08-2

enhanced benefits for 2008-2009
Lovelace Salud! provides extra benefits. These are also called “enhanced” benefits.
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teen pregnancy
Every year in America,
there are nearly one million teen pregnancies.
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well-child check ups
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dream team
UNM Cancer Center
now exclusive provider of cancer care for Lovelace Community Health Plan
members.
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lovelace connect
Lovelace now offers free
wireless internet access
at all of its hospitals.
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change of address
Effective July 1, 2008,
the claim submission
address will change
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getting ready for baby classes
Please call Community
Education at 343.6330 to
register for classes or for more information.
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breathe easier
Avoid common asthma triggers.
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pregnancy
counseling
Caring for your baby begins before you become pregnant.
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healthy recipes
Zucchini Saute with
Oregano and Walnuts.
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get a mammogram
In New Mexico during 2007 1,080 women will be diagosed with breast cancer.
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fruit & vegies
more matters –
visit mypyramid.gov.
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financial stress
Money is the number one source of stress for Americans, according to the American Psychological Association’s Stress in America Survey

Rising gas prices, falling home values, and headlines about a potential
recession add extra tension.

However, this stress can be managed. Start by taking pause and do not panic.
Here are some tips to help deal with stress about money and the economy:

Pause but don’t panic. Its fine to pay attention to what’s happening
to the state of the economy, but refrain from getting caught up in it,
which can lead to high levels of anxiety and bad decision making.
Identify your financial stressors and make a plan. Take stock of
your finances and identify specific ways you can reduce expenses.
Then commit to a plan and review it regularly. If you are having trouble
paying bills, reach out for help by calling your bank, utilities or credit
card company.

Recognize how you deal with stress related to money. Many people
relieve stress by turning to unhealthy activities like smoking, drinking,
gambling or emotional eating. Stress can also lead to more conflict and
arguments between partners. Be alert to these behaviors and if they
are causing you trouble, consider getting help from a behavioral
health provider.
Turn these challenging times into opportunities for real growth
and change. Times like these, offer the opportunity to take stock and
identify healthy and inexpensive ways to deal with stress. Try taking a
walk. Having dinner at home with your family may not only save you
money, but help bring you closer together.
Ask for professional support. Credit counseling services and financial planners
are available to help you take control over your money situation.

Family Finances

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