HUMAN RESOURCES
Ask HR!
Have a question, but don’t know whom to ask? The Human Resources staff is listening! You can always send an email to Ask HR if you have questions or concerns. Emails will be kept confidential and, if we print your question in the APG newsletter, we will not use your name.
Questions may be emailed to AskHR@adamspg.com or sent interoffice to your regional HR representative.
DON’T KNOW WHOM TO CALL? Contact Human Resources.
KATHARINE GLASS
APG Vice President of HR kglass@adamspg.com 865.981.1101
DEB BROOKS
HR Manager - APG West dbrooks@skagitpublishing.com 360.416.2187
GWEN DAVIS
HR Manager - East gdavis@apgenc.com 252.366.8139
HEATHER MCCALMONT
HR Manager - Wisconsin, MD, OH hmccalmont@adamspg.com 608.755.9442
THÉRÉSE ZADNIK-KLECKER
HR Manager - APG Central therese.zadnik-klecker@adamspg.com 763.712.3559
Photo from Heidi Quanrud (Death Valley)
MAKE YOUR HEALTH A PRIORITY
Learn about the importance of preventive care visits
• What is a preventive visit and why is it important? Preventive visits help catch problems sooner when they’re easier and less costly to treat. Doctors typically check your blood pressure, height and weight, and get you up to date on immunizations.
• How often should I get a preventive visit? This depends on your age, gender, and history, but these visits are typically once a year.
• How is this visit covered? Many health plans fully cover preventive care services when you see a doctor who is in your plan’s network. Call the number on the back of your member ID card for details on coverage.
PROGRAMS AND SUPPORT
Log in or register at the website listed on the back of your member ID card to learn more about resources and programs available to you.
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REMINDER OF UPCOMING COMPANY HOLIDAYS
INDEPENDENCE DAY
Thursday, July 4, 2024
LABOR DAY
Monday, September 2, 2024
CONGRATS
TO OUR JUNE WINNER
CARRIE PAULSON
STANWOOD CAMANO NEWS
The Question Was: What famous tennis tournament runs through the month of June?
The Answer Was: Wimbledon
SAFETY TIPS
FIRST AID FOR MINOR BURNS
With summer, comes an increased risk of suffering from burns. Whether it occurs from accidentally touching the exhaust on your lawnmower, grill flare ups, fireworks, or forgetting to apply/reapply sunscreen, burns can occur under many different conditions. Burns are tissue damage brought on by heat, chemicals, electricity, radiation, or the sun. Nearly half a million Americans seek medical care for accidental burns each year. First-degree burns, and most second-degree burns, heal with at-home treatments. Third-degree burns can be life-threatening and require specialized medical care. Seek immediate medical attention for serious burns.
TO TREAT MINOR BURNS, FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
• Cool the burn. Hold the burned area under cool (not cold) running water or apply a cool, wet compress until the pain eases. Don’t use ice. Putting ice directly on a burn can cause further damage to the tissue.
• Remove rings or other tight items. Try to do this quickly and gently, before the burned area swells.
• Don’t break blisters. Fluid-filled blisters protect against infection. If a blister breaks, clean the area with water (mild soap is optional). Apply an antibiotic ointment. But if a rash appears, stop using the ointment.
• Apply lotion. Once a burn is completely cooled, apply a lotion, such as one that contains aloe vera or a moisturizer. This helps prevent drying and provides relief.
• Bandage the burn. Cover the burn with a sterile gauze bandage (not fluffy cotton). Wrap it loosely to avoid putting pressure on burned skin. Bandaging keeps air off the area, reduces pain and protects blistered skin.
• Take a pain reliever. Over-the-counter medications, such as ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others), naproxen sodium (Aleve) or acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), can help relieve pain.
• Consider a tetanus shot. Make sure that your tetanus booster is up to date. Doctors recommend that people get a tetanus shot at least every 10 years.
Whether your burn was minor or serious, use sunscreen and moisturizer regularly once the wound is healed.