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Staying healthy and well is one of the most important things women can do for themselves and for their loved ones. Here are some ways women can put their health first:

 

Stay Active

Regular exercise can help women boost their mood, maintain a healthy weight, and improve sleep. It also lowers risk for heart disease, breast cancer, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Women should speak with their doctor about what type of exercise is right for them.

Eat Healthy
Eating healthy can help women improve their health and prevent diseases. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, as well as lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts. Avoid having too much sodium, sugar, cholesterol, saturated fats, and trans fats.
Get Regular Checkups
Regular checkups and wellness exams help women increase their chances of living a longer, healthier life. Women should check with their primary care provider about the care and screenings they need, and whether they should schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment.

Follow Recommended Screenings
Maintain Healthy Levels
A well-rounded diet and regular exercise can help keep women’s blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar at healthy levels. Women should talk to their primary care provider or heart specialist about safely reducing their risk and setting goals for a healthier heart.
Avoid Smoking
Smoking or using tobacco products greatly increases women’s risk of heart disease. Women who want to quit should speak to their primary care provider for help and to see if there are medications or nicotine replacement products that are right for them. Non-smokers who have high blood pressure or high blood cholesterol also have a greater risk of developing heart disease when they’re exposed to secondhand smoke.

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NEWS RELEASE: Fidelis Care Community Office Opens in Poughkeepsie - Local residents can access one-on-one assistance and support
10/3/2019 • Posted by Fidelis Care

Poughkeepsie, NY (October 3, 2019) – Fidelis Care, a Statewide health plan with 24 community offices, is pleased to announce the opening of its newly expanded location at 25 Market Street in Poughkeepsie. A ribbon-cutting ceremony, featuring local dignitaries, providers, and community partners, who highlighted Fidelis Care's commitment to continue serving local residents, was held today.

The Fidelis Care Poughkeepsie Office has undergone a significant expansion, nearly doubling in size to 3,900 square feet, to help accommodate growth, and to meet the needs of staff, members, and the local community. The office provides a convenient location for local residents shopping for health insurance to have their questions answered and receive help applying for enrollment.

“For the past 12 years, Fidelis Care has been focused on serving the Poughkeepsie community through our local office,” said Pam Hassen, Fidelis Care Chief Member Engagement Officer. “As a vital resource and partner, we are committed to providing the highest quality of care and service. Our newly expanded office provides residents with a friendly and accessible environment to have all their questions answered and get the important information they need.”

Fidelis Care's new community office is staffed with knowledgeable and highly trained Representatives. Local residents are able to receive one-to-one personalized assistance, whether they are applying for enrollment, renewing their coverage, or having their questions answered.

The Medicare annual election period will run from October 15 through December 7 and enrollment for Qualified Health Plans through New York State of Health will begin on November 1. Local residents can call (845) 483-1292 to make an appointment. Fidelis Care’s Poughkeepsie Office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5 PM.

 

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