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Life Line Screenings offered May 13: Health Briefs

Craig Daily Press Staff Report

Residents living in and around the Craig can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening.

Screenings check for:

• level of plaque buildup in your arteries, related to risk for heart disease, stroke and overall vascular health



• HDL and LDL Cholesterol levels

• diabetes risk



• bone density as a risk for possible osteoporosis

• kidney and thyroid function

Screenings packages start at $149 and consultants will work with to create a package based on age and risk factors.

Screenings will be held on May 13 at the Assembly of God Church at 1150 E. 9th St. in Craig.

Pre-registration is required. To register call 877-237-1287 or visit: http://www.lifelinescreening.comhttp://www.lifelinescreening.com. . http://www.lifelinescreening.com.

Wellness Wednesday lunch and speaker schedule

Wellness Wednesday offers fitness classes, wellness checks with a nurse, activities, lunch and guest speakers for older adults. It’s held every Wednesday at The Journey at First Baptist.

For more information visit northwestcoloradohealth.org/agingwellnorthwestcoloradohealth.org/agingwell or call 970-871-7676. or call 970-871-7676.northwestcoloradohealth.org/agingwell or call 970-871-7676.

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Moffat County households are saving big on health insurance

Moffat County households are saving an average $700 a month on health insurance purchased through Colorado’s health insurance marketplace — Connect for Health Colorado. That’s higher than the state average household savings this year of $369 a month and higher than the $637 in average monthly savings in Rio Blanco County and the $623 in monthly savings for people in Routt County, according to an analysisan analysis released by the state health insurance marketplace. released by the state health insurance marketplace. an analysis released by the state health insurance marketplace.

Savings come in the form of a federal tax credit applied to monthly insurance premiums for qualifying individuals and families who enroll in health insurance through Connect for Health Colorado. Overall, Coloradans received $318 million in tax credits in 2016.

“The impact our financial assistance program has in helping Coloradans protect their health and finances is clear in this report,” said Kevin Patterson, Connect for Health Colorado CEO.

Connect for Health Colorado is a public, non-profit entity established in law by the Colorado General Assembly in 2011 to create a health insurance marketplace. For more information: http://www.connectforhealthco.comhttp://www.connectforhealthco.com http://www.connectforhealthco.com

Reduce risk of injury from unpredictable spring weather

Temperatures swing — from balmy and frigid to sunny days followed by a week of stormy weather, extreme weather changes within the same day. All of these conditions can occur during springtime in Northwest Colorado. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention spring weather preparedness blog provides advice for staying safe this spring.

To learn more, visit blogs.cdc.gov/yourhealthyourenvironment/2017/04/03/prepare-for-spring-weather-3/blogs.cdc.gov/yourhealthyourenvironment/2017/04/03/prepare-for-spring-weather-3/blogs.cdc.gov/yourhealthyourenvironment/2017/04/03/prepare-for-spring-weather-3/

Make the most on your next visit with a doctor

Getting the most out of a visit with the doctor can save time and money, and knowing all treatment options can help with important health decisions. The National Institution on Aging recommends asking these questions:

• Are there any risks associated with the treatment?

• How soon should treatment start? How long will it last?

• Are there other treatments available?

• How much will the treatment cost? Will my insurance cover it?

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Tips for diabetics to avoid foot problems

Foot problems are common in people with diabetes. The National Diabetes Education Program advises that people with diabetes can keep their feet healthy by:

• checking feet every day for sores or other injuries.

• seeing a podiatrist (foot doctor) at least once a year.

To learn more healthy feet tips, visit: http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/ndep/pdfs/toolkits/working-together/151-health-feet-matter.pdf http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/ndep/pdfs/toolkits/working-together/151-health-feet-matter.pdf http://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/ndep/pdfs/toolkits/working-together/151-health-feet-matter.pdf

The Haven is accepting new residents

The Haven Assisted Living Center in Hayden is accepting new residents. The 20-bed nonprofit assisted living facility is owned and operated by Northwest Colorado Health. Private and semi-private rooms are available. Services include meals, housekeeping, exercise classes and social activities. Additional amenities and care options are available. Medicaid is accepted (a limited number of rooms are available). A respite room also is available for adults who need temporary assisted living care.

For more information, call 970-875-1888 or visit havenseniorliving.comhavenseniorliving.com..havenseniorliving.com.

Avoid health scams

National Institute on Aging offers advice for avoiding health scams. Health scams usually target diseases that currently have no cure like arthritis, cancer or memory loss. They may even promise “anti-aging” effects.

Be skeptical. Question what you see or hear in ads and online. A list of red flags is available from National Institute on Aging, and you should always ask your doctor before you start using a new product.

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