Second Act February Newsletter

FEBRUARY 2018

SPOTLIGHT M O N T H L Y

N E W S L E T T E R

IS YOUR HEART

Call 877.480.4040 www.sih.net/secondact

WELL-FED?

A free program for adults

50 and beyond

SECOND ACT

TRAVELS AZALEA FESTIVAL, CHARLESTON, MO

WELL READ,

WELL-FED ME Southern Illinois Healthcare’s 2018 Well-Fed Me booklet invites you to think about the whole person when it comes to a healthful new year. With content ranging from the benefits of a Mediterranean-inspired lifestyle to what you need to know about the new blood pressure guidelines issued by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association, this information-rich publication can help you become more active – and proactive – in your own health and wellness.

According to the World Health Organization, at least 80% of all heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes, along with 40% of all cancers, could be prevented through meaningful diet and lifestyle changes. These are significant numbers and deserve an equally significant amount of consideration no matter where you find yourself on the wellness spectrum. Well-Fed Me is designed to allow you to start wherever you are most comfortable and work to improve from there. After all, better health is not a sprint; it’s a marathon and each step forward marks your own path to a healthier you.

April 20, 2018 Registration Call-In Time

9:00 AM

Registration Call Date Thursday, February 15, 2018 Activity Level High

It's the 50th Annual Azalea & Dogwood Festival in Charleston, MO. We'll tour the town, exploring the beautiful blooms. Includes soup and sandwiches at a local church, then we’ll take time to browse the local arts and craft fair.

Enjoy dinner at the home of the throwed rolls, Lambert's Café!

Cost Members ���������������������������� $97 Non-Members ���������������� $107 Cancellation Deadline Friday, April 6, 2018

PHANTOM OF THE OPERA AT FOX THEATRE, ST. LOUIS

May 10, 2018 Registration Call-In Time

The 12 recipes included in the booklet are quick and easy (five steps or less), delicious and dietitian-approved! Each one is based on the idea of "cook once, eat twice," saving you time and money while maximizing the nutritional benefits of each meal.

9:00 AM

Registration Call Date Tuesday, February 6, 2018

This new year is a time to be a better Me!

Activity Level Low

Get your free Well-Fed Me booklet today by either visiting www.sih.net/well-fed-me or calling 866.744.2468.

FIND US ON FACEBOOK Join our private Facebook group.

It's our most requested day trip! Let's go to the Fox Theatre in St. Louis. Join us for one of the most successful Broadway musicals, Phantom of the Opera. Includes dinner at Agostino's Italian restaurant in Fairview Heights following the show.

www.facebook.com/groups/SecondActSIHealthcare

TRIP & CLASS POLICY • Reservations are required for all trips and classes.

• Trips require prepaid reservations. Cancellations made to trips after the posted cancellation deadline will not be refunded unless another member can fill the vacancy.

• All trips have designated activity levels. Please adhere to the requirements set forth in the policy.

• Registered guests of members for all trips, events and classes must be at least 21 years of age.

SPECIAL NEEDS It is the responsibility of the SIH Second Act member to notify the Second Act office at least two weeks prior to the published cancellation deadline for a trip or event (one week prior to the date of an educational program) or upon registration, whichever date is earlier, if he/she has a need which requires special accommodations in order to participate. Following an appropriate notification, all reasonable efforts will be made by the Second Act department manager to accommodate those special needs.

Physicians providing services at and admitting patients to Herrin Hospital, Memorial Hospital of Carbondale and St. Joseph Memorial Hospital are not employees of the hospital.

Physicians exercise their own independent judgment regarding medical care and treatment and the hospital is not responsible for their actions.

Cost Members �������������������������� $124 Non-Members ���������������� $134 Cancellation Deadline Thursday, March 1, 2018

ACTIVITY LEVELS M I NI M AL >

M O D E R ATE > >

H I GH > > >

Requires very little walking and standing. Must be able to climb five steps.

Requires the ability to walk up to 1 mile, climb up to 10 steps, and stand for up to 1/2 hour. Some seating available but not guaranteed.

Requires the ability to walk at least 2 miles or more without assistance, stand for an hour, walk on hilly terrain and have no trouble climbing steps.

Trip example: Touring a museum.

Trip example: Shopping, hikes, multi-day trips, and craft fairs

Trip example: Going to see a play and stopping for lunch.

Please register for Second Act classes, trips and special events by calling 877.480.4040

A free program for adults

50 and beyond

SECOND ACT

TRAVELS AZALEA FESTIVAL, CHARLESTON, MO

WELL READ,

WELL-FED ME Southern Illinois Healthcare’s 2018 Well-Fed Me booklet invites you to think about the whole person when it comes to a healthful new year. With content ranging from the benefits of a Mediterranean-inspired lifestyle to what you need to know about the new blood pressure guidelines issued by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association, this information-rich publication can help you become more active – and proactive – in your own health and wellness.

According to the World Health Organization, at least 80% of all heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes, along with 40% of all cancers, could be prevented through meaningful diet and lifestyle changes. These are significant numbers and deserve an equally significant amount of consideration no matter where you find yourself on the wellness spectrum. Well-Fed Me is designed to allow you to start wherever you are most comfortable and work to improve from there. After all, better health is not a sprint; it’s a marathon and each step forward marks your own path to a healthier you.

April 20, 2018 Registration Call-In Time

9:00 AM

Registration Call Date Thursday, February 15, 2018 Activity Level High

It's the 50th Annual Azalea & Dogwood Festival in Charleston, MO. We'll tour the town, exploring the beautiful blooms. Includes soup and sandwiches at a local church, then we’ll take time to browse the local arts and craft fair.

Enjoy dinner at the home of the throwed rolls, Lambert's Café!

Cost Members ���������������������������� $97 Non-Members ���������������� $107 Cancellation Deadline Friday, April 6, 2018

PHANTOM OF THE OPERA AT FOX THEATRE, ST. LOUIS

May 10, 2018 Registration Call-In Time

The 12 recipes included in the booklet are quick and easy (five steps or less), delicious and dietitian-approved! Each one is based on the idea of "cook once, eat twice," saving you time and money while maximizing the nutritional benefits of each meal.

9:00 AM

Registration Call Date Tuesday, February 6, 2018

This new year is a time to be a better Me!

Activity Level Low

Get your free Well-Fed Me booklet today by either visiting www.sih.net/well-fed-me or calling 866.744.2468.

FIND US ON FACEBOOK Join our private Facebook group.

It's our most requested day trip! Let's go to the Fox Theatre in St. Louis. Join us for one of the most successful Broadway musicals, Phantom of the Opera. Includes dinner at Agostino's Italian restaurant in Fairview Heights following the show.

www.facebook.com/groups/SecondActSIHealthcare

TRIP & CLASS POLICY • Reservations are required for all trips and classes.

• Trips require prepaid reservations. Cancellations made to trips after the posted cancellation deadline will not be refunded unless another member can fill the vacancy.

• All trips have designated activity levels. Please adhere to the requirements set forth in the policy.

• Registered guests of members for all trips, events and classes must be at least 21 years of age.

SPECIAL NEEDS It is the responsibility of the SIH Second Act member to notify the Second Act office at least two weeks prior to the published cancellation deadline for a trip or event (one week prior to the date of an educational program) or upon registration, whichever date is earlier, if he/she has a need which requires special accommodations in order to participate. Following an appropriate notification, all reasonable efforts will be made by the Second Act department manager to accommodate those special needs.

Physicians providing services at and admitting patients to Herrin Hospital, Memorial Hospital of Carbondale and St. Joseph Memorial Hospital are not employees of the hospital.

Physicians exercise their own independent judgment regarding medical care and treatment and the hospital is not responsible for their actions.

Cost Members �������������������������� $124 Non-Members ���������������� $134 Cancellation Deadline Thursday, March 1, 2018

ACTIVITY LEVELS M I NI M AL >

M O D E R ATE > >

H I GH > > >

Requires very little walking and standing. Must be able to climb five steps.

Requires the ability to walk up to 1 mile, climb up to 10 steps, and stand for up to 1/2 hour. Some seating available but not guaranteed.

Requires the ability to walk at least 2 miles or more without assistance, stand for an hour, walk on hilly terrain and have no trouble climbing steps.

Trip example: Touring a museum.

Trip example: Shopping, hikes, multi-day trips, and craft fairs

Trip example: Going to see a play and stopping for lunch.

Please register for Second Act classes, trips and special events by calling 877.480.4040

SECOND ACT

EAT & EDUCATE MINDFULNESS: KEEP YOUR RESOLUTION

Registration Required All Eat & Educate Classes

3

$

Monday, February 12, 2018 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM

SIH Cancer Institute 1400 Pin Oak Drive, Carterville, IL Unity/Vision Room

SIH Corporate Office Carbondale, IL Conference Room 101 A-D

Lauryn King, BSN, RN Health and Wellness Coach, SIH

Greg Smith, BSEd, RN, SCRN SIH Community Health Coordinator

Do negative thoughts defeat your goals? Mindfulness is maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations and surrounding environment with openness and curiosity. Incorporate mindfulness with your 2018 health and wellness goals.

Learn what to say to your health care team to make the most of your visit. Effective communication is key to helping your provider determine treatment and your understanding of your options. Assume an active role in your health care by attending this class.

TOOLS FOR STAYING INDEPENDENT

Wednesday, February 14, 2018 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM

Wednesday, February 21, 2018 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM

Harrisburg District Library 2 West Walnut, Harrisburg, IL Barnes Room

St. Joseph Memorial Hospital Murphysboro, IL Cafeteria Conference Room

Kathryn Head, RN, BSN Nurse Coach SIH Employee Wellness

Ilis Zavala, OTR/L, Upswing Recovery Care, St. Joseph Memorial Hospital

What are probiotics, Gastric Reflux, IBS, and gut bacteria? Reduce the confusion and learn the extent to which your gut health affects your mood, immunity, weight and even vitality. Leave with simple strategies to care for this diverse organ system.

Do you or a loved one struggle with daily tasks at home? Adaptive equipment are tools that assist individuals with maintaining independence with activities of daily living (ADLs); including dressing, bathing, toileting, grooming and feeding.

HOW TO MANAGE BACK PAIN

OTHER CLASSES & EVENTS

COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR PROVIDER

Wednesday, February 7, 2018 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM

"THAT GUT FEELING"

SECOND ACT

ROCK 'N ROLL AND HEALTHCARE

Thursday, February 22, 2018 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM

Wednesday, February 28, 2018 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM

Marshall Browning Hospital Du Quoin, IL Second Floor Conference Room 1B & 1C

SIH Cancer Institute Carterville, IL Unity/Vision Room

Dr. Paul Juergens, MD Integrative Spine, LLC

Terry Crain Researcher and Historian

Do you have aches and pains that are hard to manage? This session covers treatment options when pain is interfering with your daily life. Learn the different causes of back pain and treatment for some solutions.

Join a rock 'n roll researcher and historian as he takes you through a journey detailing where music and healthcare overlapped. This dynamic presentation may get you to say “you got the rockin' pneumonia” or “I need a shot of rhythm and blues!”

Please register for Second Act classes, trips and special events by calling 877.480.4040

AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE Part I Thursday, February 8, 2018 12:30 – 4:30 PM Part II Thursday, February 15, 2018 12:30 – 4:30 PM

APPLE IPHONE FOR BEGINNERS Monday, February 19, 2018 Session One 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Session Two 2:30 – 4:00 PM

University of Illinois Extension 1212 Ag Street, Benton, IL Extension Meeting Room

SIH Corporate Office Carbondale, IL Conference Room 101 B&D

Patty Farr AARP Volunteer Instructor

Gary Hartlieb Instructor, iPhone

This class is presented to help you learn strategies to keep yourself safe while on the road. After taking this two-part course, you may be eligible for a discount on your car insurance. Please consult your auto insurance agent for details.

Learn the Basics of Apple iPhone usage. Some topics covered include: how to silence your phone, checking voice mail, how to access the internet, how to save contacts to your phone. In addition, learn what apps are and how to use them.

$15 for AARP members $20 for non-members

Two sessions are available.

Sign up for one.

(This fee is for both Part I and Part II.) Checks are preferred and should be made payable to AARP.

You must have an Apple iPhone to attend.

Please register for Second Act classes, trips and special events by calling 877.480.4040

SECOND ACT

EAT & EDUCATE MINDFULNESS: KEEP YOUR RESOLUTION

Registration Required All Eat & Educate Classes

3

$

Monday, February 12, 2018 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM

SIH Cancer Institute 1400 Pin Oak Drive, Carterville, IL Unity/Vision Room

SIH Corporate Office Carbondale, IL Conference Room 101 A-D

Lauryn King, BSN, RN Health and Wellness Coach, SIH

Greg Smith, BSEd, RN, SCRN SIH Community Health Coordinator

Do negative thoughts defeat your goals? Mindfulness is maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of thoughts, emotions, bodily sensations and surrounding environment with openness and curiosity. Incorporate mindfulness with your 2018 health and wellness goals.

Learn what to say to your health care team to make the most of your visit. Effective communication is key to helping your provider determine treatment and your understanding of your options. Assume an active role in your health care by attending this class.

TOOLS FOR STAYING INDEPENDENT

Wednesday, February 14, 2018 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM

Wednesday, February 21, 2018 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM

Harrisburg District Library 2 West Walnut, Harrisburg, IL Barnes Room

St. Joseph Memorial Hospital Murphysboro, IL Cafeteria Conference Room

Kathryn Head, RN, BSN Nurse Coach SIH Employee Wellness

Ilis Zavala, OTR/L, Upswing Recovery Care, St. Joseph Memorial Hospital

What are probiotics, Gastric Reflux, IBS, and gut bacteria? Reduce the confusion and learn the extent to which your gut health affects your mood, immunity, weight and even vitality. Leave with simple strategies to care for this diverse organ system.

Do you or a loved one struggle with daily tasks at home? Adaptive equipment are tools that assist individuals with maintaining independence with activities of daily living (ADLs); including dressing, bathing, toileting, grooming and feeding.

HOW TO MANAGE BACK PAIN

OTHER CLASSES & EVENTS

COMMUNICATING WITH YOUR PROVIDER

Wednesday, February 7, 2018 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM

"THAT GUT FEELING"

SECOND ACT

ROCK 'N ROLL AND HEALTHCARE

Thursday, February 22, 2018 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM

Wednesday, February 28, 2018 | 12:00 – 1:30 PM

Marshall Browning Hospital Du Quoin, IL Second Floor Conference Room 1B & 1C

SIH Cancer Institute Carterville, IL Unity/Vision Room

Dr. Paul Juergens, MD Integrative Spine, LLC

Terry Crain Researcher and Historian

Do you have aches and pains that are hard to manage? This session covers treatment options when pain is interfering with your daily life. Learn the different causes of back pain and treatment for some solutions.

Join a rock 'n roll researcher and historian as he takes you through a journey detailing where music and healthcare overlapped. This dynamic presentation may get you to say “you got the rockin' pneumonia” or “I need a shot of rhythm and blues!”

Please register for Second Act classes, trips and special events by calling 877.480.4040

AARP SMART DRIVER COURSE Part I Thursday, February 8, 2018 12:30 – 4:30 PM Part II Thursday, February 15, 2018 12:30 – 4:30 PM

APPLE IPHONE FOR BEGINNERS Monday, February 19, 2018 Session One 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM Session Two 2:30 – 4:00 PM

University of Illinois Extension 1212 Ag Street, Benton, IL Extension Meeting Room

SIH Corporate Office Carbondale, IL Conference Room 101 B&D

Patty Farr AARP Volunteer Instructor

Gary Hartlieb Instructor, iPhone

This class is presented to help you learn strategies to keep yourself safe while on the road. After taking this two-part course, you may be eligible for a discount on your car insurance. Please consult your auto insurance agent for details.

Learn the Basics of Apple iPhone usage. Some topics covered include: how to silence your phone, checking voice mail, how to access the internet, how to save contacts to your phone. In addition, learn what apps are and how to use them.

$15 for AARP members $20 for non-members

Two sessions are available.

Sign up for one.

(This fee is for both Part I and Part II.) Checks are preferred and should be made payable to AARP.

You must have an Apple iPhone to attend.

Please register for Second Act classes, trips and special events by calling 877.480.4040

SECOND ACT

STAR GROUPS B OW L I N G

Star Groups meet at least monthly and are open to all Second Act members.

Fridays | 1:00 PM February 2, 9, 16, 23 SI Bowl Carterville, IL

These groups cover a variety of interesting topics— join a group for fun or to expand your knowledge.

Details: $2 game/$2 shoes Leader: David Ullman

C ANASTA

C R EATI V E W R I TI N G

C R O C H E TI N G

Tuesdays | 12:00 – 3:30 PM

Thursday | 1:00 PM

2nd & 4th Monday | 1:00 – 3:00 PM

February 6, 13, 20, 27

February 1

February 12 & 26

Murphysboro Senior Center Murphysboro, IL

Carbondale Public Library 405 W Main Street, Carbondale, IL Leader: David McKay, Bill Simonds

University Mall (sitting area in front of S&B’s Burger Joint) Carbondale, IL

DINING OUT

KN I T T I N G

L I N E DA N C I N G | Carbondale

Wednesday | 11:30 AM

Mondays | 1:00 – 3:00 PM

Wednesdays | 9:00 – 10:00 AM

February 21

February 5, 12, 19, 26

February 7, 14, 21, 28

Cracker Barrel 2602 W. Main St., Marion, IL

University Mall (meets in front of SIH The Place) Carbondale, IL

Carbondale Senior Center Carbondale, IL

Leader: Wilma Nelson

Leader: Joe Taylor

Leader: Janet Spires

Leader: Mary Holm

Leader: Gloria Perrott

3rd Monday will meet at Bandana’s (309 E. Main, Carbondale, IL) at 12:30 for lunch/knitting

L INE DANCIN G | Murphysboro

QU I LT I N G

STR U TTE R ' S WA L K I NG GRO UP

Thursdays | 9:30 AM

Fridays | 1:00 – 4:00 PM

Mondays | 9:00 – 10:00 AM

February 1, 8, 15, 22

February 2, 9, 16, 23

February 5, 12, 19, 26

Murphysboro Senior Center Murphysboro, IL

Murdale Baptist Church (meets in basement) Carbondale, IL

University Mall (meets in front of SIH The Place) Carbondale, IL

Details: Materials and machines provided. Group makes quilts for charitable causes.

Leader: Jo Ann Whitehead

Leader: Marcia Allen

Leader: Margee Betts

To learn more about a Star Group call The Second Act at 877.480.4040 Unless otherwise noted, registration is not required for Star Groups

MINDFUL EATING

THIS VALENTINE'S DAY

Mindful eating is all about slowing down, engaging your senses and enjoying your food. Here's a variation on one of the most common mindful eating exercises created by John Kabat-Zinn; the "raisin exercise."

Although popular love songs might tell you otherwise, a broken heart can’t kill you – but heart disease can. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

ONE BITE AT A TIME

1. Step away from your phone, computer and television.

2. Get one raisin (or another small piece of food, like a small piece of dark chocolate or a roasted pumpkin seed) and begin by examining it with your eyes and touch; look at the wrinkles and notice the sticky, soft textures.

3. Next, bring the raisin to your nose to explore the scent.

Pause to consider the thoughts that enter your mind or feelings that emerge. If your mind begins to wander, acknowledge your thoughts then bring your attention back to the raisin.

4. Lastly, put the raisin in your mouth and study the flavors you notice. How does the raisin feel as you chew it? What else do you observe?

The raisin exercise is a deliberate practice of mindful eating to get yourself used to the process, but the idea is to use these strategies in your daily life with each meal.

GIVE YOUR HEART SOME LOVE

You might not be able to avoid Cupid’s arrow, but you can take steps to lower your risks and prevent heart disease. Start by scheduling an appointment with your doctor to discuss whether you’re at risk for heart disease.

Medicare will cover a cardiovascular screening at no cost to you every 5 years. The screening includes tests to help detect heart disease early and measures cholesterol blood fat (lipids), and triglyceride levels.

If you and your doctor discover that you’re at risk for a heart attack or stroke, there are steps you can take to help prevent these conditions. February is American Heart Month, and a healthy heart is the best Valentine’s Day gift you could ever give yourself, or the people who love you.

For more information about Medicare coverage or enrollment, contact our Medicare counselor at Southern Illinois Healthcare, The Place, by calling 877.480.4040.

Source: The Medicare Blog

SECOND ACT

STAR GROUPS B OW L I N G

Star Groups meet at least monthly and are open to all Second Act members.

Fridays | 1:00 PM February 2, 9, 16, 23 SI Bowl Carterville, IL

These groups cover a variety of interesting topics— join a group for fun or to expand your knowledge.

Details: $2 game/$2 shoes Leader: David Ullman

C ANASTA

C R EATI V E W R I TI N G

C R O C H E TI N G

Tuesdays | 12:00 – 3:30 PM

Thursday | 1:00 PM

2nd & 4th Monday | 1:00 – 3:00 PM

February 6, 13, 20, 27

February 1

February 12 & 26

Murphysboro Senior Center Murphysboro, IL

Carbondale Public Library 405 W Main Street, Carbondale, IL Leader: David McKay, Bill Simonds

University Mall (sitting area in front of S&B’s Burger Joint) Carbondale, IL

DINING OUT

KN I T T I N G

L I N E DA N C I N G | Carbondale

Wednesday | 11:30 AM

Mondays | 1:00 – 3:00 PM

Wednesdays | 9:00 – 10:00 AM

February 21

February 5, 12, 19, 26

February 7, 14, 21, 28

Cracker Barrel 2602 W. Main St., Marion, IL

University Mall (meets in front of SIH The Place) Carbondale, IL

Carbondale Senior Center Carbondale, IL

Leader: Wilma Nelson

Leader: Joe Taylor

Leader: Janet Spires

Leader: Mary Holm

Leader: Gloria Perrott

3rd Monday will meet at Bandana’s (309 E. Main, Carbondale, IL) at 12:30 for lunch/knitting

L INE DANCIN G | Murphysboro

QU I LT I N G

STR U TTE R ' S WA L K I NG GRO UP

Thursdays | 9:30 AM

Fridays | 1:00 – 4:00 PM

Mondays | 9:00 – 10:00 AM

February 1, 8, 15, 22

February 2, 9, 16, 23

February 5, 12, 19, 26

Murphysboro Senior Center Murphysboro, IL

Murdale Baptist Church (meets in basement) Carbondale, IL

University Mall (meets in front of SIH The Place) Carbondale, IL

Details: Materials and machines provided. Group makes quilts for charitable causes.

Leader: Jo Ann Whitehead

Leader: Marcia Allen

Leader: Margee Betts

To learn more about a Star Group call The Second Act at 877.480.4040 Unless otherwise noted, registration is not required for Star Groups

MINDFUL EATING

THIS VALENTINE'S DAY

Mindful eating is all about slowing down, engaging your senses and enjoying your food. Here's a variation on one of the most common mindful eating exercises created by John Kabat-Zinn; the "raisin exercise."

Although popular love songs might tell you otherwise, a broken heart can’t kill you – but heart disease can. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.

ONE BITE AT A TIME

1. Step away from your phone, computer and television.

2. Get one raisin (or another small piece of food, like a small piece of dark chocolate or a roasted pumpkin seed) and begin by examining it with your eyes and touch; look at the wrinkles and notice the sticky, soft textures.

3. Next, bring the raisin to your nose to explore the scent.

Pause to consider the thoughts that enter your mind or feelings that emerge. If your mind begins to wander, acknowledge your thoughts then bring your attention back to the raisin.

4. Lastly, put the raisin in your mouth and study the flavors you notice. How does the raisin feel as you chew it? What else do you observe?

The raisin exercise is a deliberate practice of mindful eating to get yourself used to the process, but the idea is to use these strategies in your daily life with each meal.

GIVE YOUR HEART SOME LOVE

You might not be able to avoid Cupid’s arrow, but you can take steps to lower your risks and prevent heart disease. Start by scheduling an appointment with your doctor to discuss whether you’re at risk for heart disease.

Medicare will cover a cardiovascular screening at no cost to you every 5 years. The screening includes tests to help detect heart disease early and measures cholesterol blood fat (lipids), and triglyceride levels.

If you and your doctor discover that you’re at risk for a heart attack or stroke, there are steps you can take to help prevent these conditions. February is American Heart Month, and a healthy heart is the best Valentine’s Day gift you could ever give yourself, or the people who love you.

For more information about Medicare coverage or enrollment, contact our Medicare counselor at Southern Illinois Healthcare, The Place, by calling 877.480.4040.

Source: The Medicare Blog

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