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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 Celebrates Commitment to Jefferson County
10/29/2019 • Posted by Fidelis Care

Watertown, NY (October 29, 2019) – Fidelis Care recently celebrated five years of serving Jefferson County residents with a special “thank-you” event honoring providers and community partners that have been part of the health plan’s growth and success. Held at the Jefferson County Historical Society, the event recognized those who have worked with Fidelis Care to ensure local children, adults, and families have the health care and coverage they need.  

“Fidelis Care provides quality, affordable health coverage for more than 5,000 Jefferson County residents,” said Pam Hassen, Fidelis Care Chief Member Engagement Officer. “Helping our neighbors access local resources to achieve better health is a top priority for Fidelis Care and one that is driven by our mission to serve the communities where we work and live.”

Being part of the community and working closely with a network of top-quality providers is the heart of the Fidelis Care mission. Representatives are on site at 13 locations – including at provider offices and local organizations - available to answer questions and help individuals enroll in coverage.

“Our work at the Watertown Urban Mission depends greatly on the generosity of community partners with like-minded missions such as Fidelis Care,” said Amy Canniff, Watertown Urban Mission Critical Needs Coordinator. “We are so pleased to help celebrate Fidelis Care’s five years of service in Jefferson County, and together will continue to meet the needs of our local residents.”

Local residents can enroll year round in Medicaid, Child Health Plus, and the Essential Plan, while open Enrollment for Qualified Health Plans runs from November 1 through December 15 for coverage that begins on January 1. For more information or to meet with a representative, call Fidelis Care at 1-888-FIDELIS (1-888-343-3547) or visit fideliscare.org.

About Fidelis Care

Fidelis Care is a mission-driven health plan offering quality, affordable coverage for children and adults of all ages and at all stages of life. With more than 1.7 million members Statewide, Fidelis Care believes that all New Yorkers should have access to affordable, quality health insurance. For more information, call Fidelis Care at 1-888-FIDELIS (1-888-343-3547) or visit fideliscare.org.

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