LIFESTYLES HEALTHCHOICE NEWSLETTER
DECEMBER 2013
Recipe Corner:
Ambrosia Fruit Salad
Frankly Speaking About Cancer: Advanced Skin Cancer
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1 (3.4 oz) fat free package
pistachio instant pudding
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8 ounces fat-free whip
topping
Are you scared about what this diagnosis might mean? You’re not alone. You are invited to
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1 (16 oz) container low fat
cottage cheese
for people living with metastatic melanoma and other advanced skin cancers. Experts will
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1 (5 oz) can mandarin oranges in juice, drained
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offer resources and tips for coping.
Featured speakers include:
1 (15 oz) can pineapple
tidbits, drained
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Do you or someone you know have metastatic melanoma or another advanced skin cancer?
a FREE educational workshop on December, 5th to learn about the latest treatment options
talk about common symptoms/ side effects, how to partner with your health care team, and
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Sajeve Thomas, M.D. – Medical Oncologist, Melanoma/Sarcoma, Orlando Health
1 jar maraschino cherries,
cut and drained
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Diane Robinson, Ph.D. – Neuropsychologist, Program Manager of Integrative
Medicine Department, Orlando Health
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1 cup walnuts, chopped
Date:
Thursday, December 5th, 2013
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1 cup green grapes, cut
Time:
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location:
Health Central, The Gleason Conference Room,
In a large bowl combine pudding, whip topping, cottage
cheese. Add remaining ingredients, Chill and serve.
10000 W Colonial Dr., Ocoee, FL 34761
Heavy hors d'oeuvres will be served. For more details and registration, call 3218.HEALTH
or visit www.orlandohealth.com\classes
Nutritional Information-
Orlando Health Supports Lactation During Working
10 servings
WW Points: 6; Calories:
247; Fat: 8g; Carbohydrate:
33g; Protein: 9g; Fiber: 1g;
Sodium: 339mg
Source: Simply Good Cooking, Uniontown, Alabama
Under the “Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act” the provision requires employers
to provide unpaid time for nursing mothers to pump breast milk at work. Orlando Health
is committed to the health and well being of our team members and their families, and is
working to incorporate this into our ongoing practice. Lactation locations have been identified at each hospital and corporate locations. Arrangements with individual team members will be made on a case by case basis. Speak to your manager for more details.
The list below includes the dedicated lactation room/space which may be used by patients, guests or team members.
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In the ED at ORMC in the hallway that leads to the manager’s office (Leslie Line)
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In each nursery at WPH on the MBU 6, 7, & 8
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In the NICU at WPH
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At Lucerne on 3W in the bay area
December is National Safe Toys and Gifts Month
December is National Safe Toys and Gifts Month, a project led by Prevent Blindness America. The group hopes to educate
parents and other gift shoppers through awareness efforts all throughout the month about the importance of toy safety
and keeping children safe especially during the gift giving season. In 2011 the Consumer Product Safety Board reported that
there were 262,300 toy related injuries that received treatment in a United States ER. Toys are meant to be used as a developmental tool as well as a recreational activity for children, not to cause harm.
Some simple tips to keep in mind when considering a toy purchase for a child:
1) Research the toy you wish to buy. Read blogs, check the company’s website and even take a look at the Consumer product safety board’s website for a list of recalled toys.
2) Check the label for age appropriateness. Make sure to pay attention to the labels on the packaging when it comes to the
age restrictions listed. Also keep in mind the child’s own maturity level when purchasing a toy for them.
3) Inspect toys for small parts or any parts that have the potential to become dislodged during play.
4) Provide proper safety equipment when giving sporting goods as gifts. Equipment may include: Helmets, protective pads,
facemasks and eyewear.
5) Explain to the child how to use and play with the toy. Supervise playtime to ensure child is using the toy in the correct
manner.
If your child suffers a toy related injury it is important to seek immediate medical assistance to ensure the health and wellness of your child. How can Healthchoice assist you in this sort of situation.? We can provide you with a list of urgent cares
or ER’s in your area and direct you to our claims department for any benefit questions you may have.
Lastly we, the staff of Healthchoice would like to wish every team member and their families a joyous and happy holiday
season.
A Healthy Workforce is a Safe Workforce
It’s not too late to get your free flu vaccine. The 2013 - 2014 flu shot campaign is in full swing and is open to all team
members, volunteers and staff physicians in convenient locations throughout the organization. You may go to home
page of SWIFT and do the following:
Select the "Flu shot online form" icon to document if you are receiving, declining or have already received this
year's seasonal flu vaccine.
Select the "Flu shot schedules and locations" icon to see where the flu shot is being provided.
All Orlando Health team members are required to complete a flu vaccine form to document if they are receiving
or actively declining this year’s seasonal flu shot.
The seasonal influenza vaccine provides the best protection available from seasonal flu. It can decrease illness severity,
which is particularly important for healthcare workers who may be at higher risk of contracting and spreading the flu
due to close contact with patients and guests.
Give it a shot and protect yourself from the flu virus!
For more information, go to the Occupational Health Department site on SWIFT.