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HealthTracks Health Link In This Issue: Program Links: Upcoming Health Tools: Health Resources: Quarterly Hardcopy Newsletter: AlaskaCare Employee Health Resources: Community Supported Agriculture (CSAs): Some CSA farms offer delivery across the state. [Learn more.] • Interior • Full Circle Farms in Washington State also delivers all over Alaska.
Disclaimer: Before utilizing any of the wellness or health care recommendations listed in this Health Link eNewsletter, please review your Health Plan coverage to see if the services are covered and/or reimbursable. The information contained in the HealthTracks Health Link eNewsletter is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for the advice or treatment that may be prescribed by your physician. Before adhering to any WIN for Alaska, Inc.'s or AlaskaCare HealthTracks recommendations or undertaking any exercise program, wellness advice, fitness or diet regimen, you should consult your physician. You are solely responsible for any actions that you may take based on information in the HealthTracks Health Link eNewsletter, and any such actions are at your own risk. Neither WIN for Alaska, Inc. nor AlaskaCare HealthTracks is responsible for any injuries or other problems that might occur due to said actions. Because the AlaskaCare HealthTracks program is an approved AlaskaCare Statewide Benefit, "unsubscribe" is not available for the Health Link eNewsletter. |
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Click here for more information and to access the TIHP registration link. TIHPs are available to active AlaskaCare Employee Health Plan members only. Take Your Health Personally The Personal Wellness Profile is a brief online health questionnaire used to determine your current health profile. You will receive a report of your potential health risks based on your answers, along with a summary of recommendations and resources to help guide you toward better health. The PWP is available to active AlaskaCare Employee Health Plan members only. Get the Point Tracking System Register for GTP at http://gtp.winforalaska.com, or visit the HealthTracks Tracking System page to learn more. October Get the Point Health Focus Early detection of cancer greatly increases the chances for successful treatment. There are two major components of early detection of cancer: education to promote early diagnosis and screening. Recognizing possible warning signs of cancer and taking prompt action leads to early diagnosis. Increased awareness of possible warning signs of cancer can have a great impact on the disease. This month, receive a flu shot AND/OR perform a self breast/testicular exam OR have a Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) test done (if you are a male over age 50) OR women have an annual mammogram. Enter your information in the GTP Tracking System to receive up to 45 points. Register for GTP at http://gtp.winforalaska.com, or visit the HealthTracks Tracking System page to learn more. The GTP Tracking System can be used throughout the year to record your healthful habits and activity. 
Audiocasts Think of audiocasts as mini-wellness breaks for those days when you need some time for yourself, but the pile on your desk says otherwise. Download files and listen on the go. Available this month: Health Tip of the Month The Health Tip of the Month email provides information on a different topic each month and is sent to those who request to be on the mailing list. Sign me up! October Preview: Is it Possible to Prevent Cancer? Click here to view past Health Tips. The Alaska Club Membership Offer Join The Alaska Club and receive $0 enrollment fee and one month free. To take advantage of this exclusive offer, download and print this flyer [pdf] and present to The Alaska Club Membership department. Flu Facts
Breast and Prostate Cancer Awareness Breast and Prostate cancer are the number one causes of cancer in women and men, respectively. They both have greater than 50% permanent cure rates and they both have vital tests available to detect early disease. There are multiple treatment options for both, depending upon the type of cancer. Expert opinion is a must to make sure that correct treatment options are selected. [read more] Online Wellness Center
• The Art of Balancing Proteins in a Vegetarian Diet Plus, visit the Online Wellness Center for articles on Women's Health, and Senior Health. |
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October signals the start of the flu season and the best way to prevent you and your loved ones from getting sick is by getting vaccinated. The flu is a viral infection that is highly contagious. The strains vary from year to year with the most current vaccine being updated each year based on the strains of flu that have been found. Researchers look at how the virus spreads and if last year’s vaccine will protect against any of the new strains presently being identified. This is why it is recommended to get vaccinated annually. [
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