Employees: Look!
Health News for Employees of the Episcopal Diocese of Delaware and its Churches and Programs.
How does the new healthcare reform law affect the Episcopal Church Medical Trust?
Will the new law affect current Medical Trust benefits? When does the new law take effect? Click here to see answers to twelve frequently asked questions about the new healthcare reform law and the Medical Trust. 7/29/2010
High Blood Pressure Awareness
According to the Mayo Clinic, you can have high blood pressure (hypertension) for years without a single symptom. Uncontrolled high blood pressure increases your risk of serious health problems, including heart attack and stroke.
Do you know your numbers? The normal ranges for blood pressure are:
Systolic - 120mmHG or less
Diastolic - 80mmHG or less
There are two types of hypertension: Primary (Essential Hypertension) and Secondary Hypertension. For more information on the causes of Primary and Secondary Hypertension, click here to visit the Mayo Clinic website.
New for 2010: $0 Preventive Care CoPay
In 2010 the Medical Trust has made it even easier for you to take good care of yourself by eliminating the copay for your annual preventive care visit. We hope this encourages members and their families to make appointments for their annual check-ups with age-appropriate tests and diagnostics.
The following links will take you to UnitedHealthcare’s Screening & Immunizations Guides, but all of our healthcare partners’ websites feature these guides, and we encourage you to explore your plan’s website. Remember, some tests may be recommended more or less frequently, based on individual medical needs. Please check with your doctor accordingly.
Another important exam to set up early in the year is your annual eye exam, which is also a $0 (in-network) copay through your Medical Trust plan.
RECOMMENDED SCREENINGS FOR WOMEN
Screenings & Immunizations for Women 50 and older
Screenings & Immunizations for Women: In Your 40s
Screenings & Immunizations for Women: In Your 20s & 30s
Screenings & Immunizations for Teens and Young Adults
WELL CHILD VISITS
Well-child visits help physicians screen for diseases and assess a child's risk for future health problems, as well as for providing a window of opportunity for age-appropriate vaccinations.
Screenings & Immunizations for Infants & Toddlers (0 to 2)
Screenings & Immunizations for Children Aged 3 to 12
FOR MEN:
Screenings & Immunizations for Men