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1/9/2024 • Posted by Dr. Thomas Raskauskas, Senior Medical Director at Fidelis Care • in Health and Wellness, Women's Health
January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. Prevention and screening are the most important ways to fight cervical cancer. During the pandemic, many people did not get tested for cervical cancer or receive the HPV vaccine (shot) that helps prevent this cancer.
1/3/2024 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Health and Wellness
Dr. Vincent Marchello: It is important to get a checkup every year, so your primary care provider (PCP) can see any changes in your health and help you develop a plan that’s right for you. During your checkup, you can also ask your PCP any questions you may have. This will mark the ‘starting point’ of your health journey for the year.
1/2/2024 • Posted by Dr. Nicole Belanger-Reynolds, Medical Director • in Health and Wellness
January is Healthy Weight Awareness Month. This is a good time to set New Year's resolutions centered on health and to make positive changes for a healthier lifestyle. Obesity: A Growing Concern Obesity is a serious medical condition in which abnormal or excess fat causes health risks. • According to the New York State Department of Health, about 1 out of 3 adults in New York State are considered obese.
12/12/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Health and Wellness, Women's Health
Are you pregnant or planning to become pregnant? Health insurance makes it easier to get prenatal medical exams and screening tests. These can help keep you and your unborn child healthy.
12/5/2023 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Health and Wellness, Immunizations
Individuals ages 60 or older and pregnant people do not need a prescription to get a respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine at participating pharmacies. RSV infections usually occur during the fall and winter. If you are eligible, you should get vaccinated as soon as possible to stay healthy.
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