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		<title>Taking Care of America’s Heroes … It’s What We Do</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[As of April 1, TriWest will no longer be the TRICARE West Region contractor.  But that doesn’t mean TriWest is going away! Instead, we are looking forward to an exciting new chapter in our company’s evolution. Part of that includes our commitment to provide behavioral health services to the U.S. Marine Corps through the DSTRESS Line, as well as handling patient appointing at military clinics around the country. Therefore, Healthy Homefront will continue as well, but with a slightly different direction. Going forward, you can expect to read about: Info for PTSD, suicide prevention, and other behavioral health topics Support and resources for veterans Support and resources for National Guard members Support and resources for military families Support and resources for wounded warriors News updates for the veteran and military community TriWest was founded in 1996 to provide you—our nation’s veterans, retirees, National Guard members, service members, and military families—access to high-quality health care. Every day for 16 years, we’ve honored your service and sacrifice with our commitment to do Whatever It Takes to meet your needs. This is who we are. It’s what we do. And we intend to continue working for you, our nation’s heroes. We hope you stick around and share the news (re-blog, post on Facebook, send a “tweet”). We have many great blog posts, updates and resources ready to share … and we cannot wait!]]></description>
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		<title>4 Ways to Lower Your Risk for Heart Disease</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jan 2013 17:51:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Shari Lopatin February is American Heart Month Wear red this Friday, Feb. 1 to raise awareness about women and heart disease! One out of every four women dies from heart disease in the U.S., according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. It’s the top killer of U.S. women and men. Heart disease begins with damage to the lining inside the heart’s arteries. Certain factors contribute to this damage, including smoking, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and high blood sugar. However, you can help lower your risk for heart disease, and here are the top four ways to do it: 1) Maintain a Healthy Weight The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services says that being overweight raises your risk for developing heart disease. Therefore, make sure that you maintain a healthy weight—or Body Mass Index (BMI)—for your height. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offer a BMI calculator on their website. After typing in your height and weight, the BMI calculator will show if you’re within a healthy weight range. Should you discover you need to lose weight: * Look at ways to exercise more throughout the week * Consider decreasing your meal’s portion sizes * Eat more fruits, vegetables, and lean meats (such as poultry or fish) 2) Try to Quit Smoking Smoking is a major risk factor for heart disease. The nicotine in cigarettes increases blood pressure; and high blood pressure damages your heart’s arteries. Smoking can also cause blood clotting and may directly damage cells that line arteries in your heart. 3) Monitor Your Blood Pressure—and Lower it if Necessary “Years of high blood pressure can lead to heart disease,” says the Department of Health and Human Services [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Got 5 Minutes? It Can Save Your Life</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 08 Jan 2013 22:12:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Lara H. Smith &#160; Life is busy. Between work, laundry, kids, food prep, house maintenance—you get the drift—the days are packed. There’s certainly no room on our list of things to do. But in the time it takes you to post that status update to Facebook, grab a latte, or commiserate with another mother about the kids’ crazy sports schedules, you could save your own life. A Routine Pap Test—Make it Part of Your Routine A routine Pap test (or Pap smear) will identify pre-cancers, cell changes on the cervix that may become cervical cancer if they are not treated appropriately. Pap tests also allow doctors to diagnose human papilloma virus (HPV), a common cause of cervical cancer. If a five-minute test could save your life, why wouldn’t you make the time? Five minutes is nothing. Fighting cancer is a whole different time commitment. A Commitment that’s Not Much of a Commitment The good news about Pap tests: They aren’t required very often. In fact, here’s the American Cancer Society’s recommended screening schedule: Cervical cancer screening (testing) should begin at age 21. Women under age 21 should not be tested. Women between ages 21 and 29 should have a Pap test every three years. There is also an HPV screening test. HPV testing should not be done in this age group unless it is needed after an abnormal Pap test result. Women between the ages of 30 and 65 should have a Pap test plus an HPV test (called “co-testing”) every five years. This is the preferred approach, but it is also OK to have a Pap test alone every three years. Women over age 65 who have had regular cervical cancer testing with [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Chill Out—Don’t Stress Out—This Holiday Season</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 07 Dec 2012 20:57:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Lara H. Smith &#160; It’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year. Yet for many, it’s anything but that. “If the holidays have you overwhelmed, you are not alone,” says TriWest Healthcare Alliance Behavioral Health Educator Kristin Musch. “Expectations are high, to-do lists are long and, often, the budget is tight, which can result in sadness, anger, frustration and resentment.” But there’s good news! Stress can be reduced, allowing you to actually enjoy this time. “The key is to plan ahead,” adds Musch. Check out our eight top tips for a stress-free holiday season: 1. Check your expectations. Are they higher now than other times during the year? Ask yourself why. The holidays don’t have to be perfect. Find a way to incorporate a few rituals that bring you happiness and comfort. Fewer expectations can lead to greater appreciation and enjoyment. 2. Manage your time. Schedule specific days and times for shopping, baking, wrapping and other holiday commitments. Make sure that what you are doing is important to you. Add in some scheduled down-time for reading, watching a movie or taking in a favorite hobby. 3. Just say no. This is not the time to take on extra projects at home, school or for others. Know your limits and stick to them. Productivity expert David Allen has sage advice on this topic. “You can do anything, but not everything.” 4. Move it. Feeling overwhelmed? Exercise is one of the best ways to relieve stress, says Musch. The few minutes you take to get in a walk, rake some leaves or go for a run will clear and calm your mind. Include your kids or other family members in your activities. 5. [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Is Your Family Ready for an Emergency?</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:57:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[By Jennifer Diveley &#160; If a disaster occurred right now, would you have a plan? If the answer is “no,” you’re not alone. Surveys have shown that only 7 percent of Americans are prepared for a disaster. In a dangerous situation where every second counts, having an emergency plan can save lives. According to the American Red Cross, there are three ways to prepare for a sudden emergency—like a fire in the home, or a natural disaster: 1) Get a kit – Gather an emergency kit with basic supplies to use in the home or during an evacuation. 2) Make a plan – Create an evacuation plan and determine meeting places for your family. 3) Be informed – Learn what types of disasters can happen in your area and how authorities will notify you. Prepare emergency contact information and make sure at least one person in your household is trained in CPR. Additional Tips and Tools You Can Find Online Protect your documents – Keep copies of your personal documents secure with digital imaging and “cloud” storage systems. Download free apps for your phone – Download First Aid, Shelter Finder and Hurricane apps from the American Red Cross, flashlight settings and weather updates. Store emergency contacts – Create free emergency contact lists on Google+, Twitter or Facebook. Check in with social media – When cell phone coverage is limited or unavailable, post updates to Facebook or Twitter, informing your loved ones of your safety and whereabouts. For more information, visit the American Red Cross website or TriWest&#8217;s Safety Tips Portal. &#160;]]></description>
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