By Dr. Nicole Brady Chief Medical Officer, UnitedHealthcare of Wisconsin With the COVID-19 emergency prompting people in Wisconsin to stay home more than usual, accessing in-person health care services has become more challenging than a few months ago. That has spurred a surge in telehealth appointments, with new state and federal regulations making it easier and … [Read more...] about Tips to help access remote care amid COVID-19
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What you need to know about sickle cell disease
Sickle cell disease is a blood disorder that’s passed down from parents to their kids. Babies are born with sickle cell disease when they inherit 2 abnormal genes (one from each parent). These genes cause the body’s red blood cells to change shape. What sickle cell disease does to the blood Instead of moving through the bloodstream easily, sickle cells can clog blood … [Read more...] about What you need to know about sickle cell disease
Healthy eyes for back to school
By Dr. Linda Chous Chief Eye Care Officer, United Healthcare Back-to-school season is in full swing and an ideal time to get your child’s eyes checked. Good eye health is important, in part because 80 percent of what children learn is through their eyes. The American Optometric Association recommends that a child’s first comprehensive eye exam should occur between 6 … [Read more...] about Healthy eyes for back to school
Get vaccinated. It could save your life
You may not know that you need vaccines throughout your lifetime. Vaccines are very important to your health. Here are a few reasons why you should get vaccinated. You may be at risk for serious diseases. Each year, thousands of people in the United States get sick from diseases that could be prevented by vaccines. Some people have to go to the hospital. And some even … [Read more...] about Get vaccinated. It could save your life
United Healthcare and Housing Authority host ‘Baby Box Community Baby Shower’
On Saturday, June 9, 2018, the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM), United Healthcare, and Baby Box, Co. presented the "Baby Box Community Baby Shower," at the Cherry Court Apartments, 1525 N. 24th Street. The event featured workshops on safe sleeping, car seat safety, baby care, parenting, and breastfeeding. There were also opportunities for raffles, games, … [Read more...] about United Healthcare and Housing Authority host ‘Baby Box Community Baby Shower’
Untied Healthcare and Housing Authority host ‘Baby Box Community Baby Shower’
On Saturday, June 9, 2018, the Housing Authority of the City of Milwaukee (HACM), United Healthcare, and Baby Box, Co. presented the "Baby Box Community Baby Shower," at the Cherry Court Apartments, 1525 N. 24th Street. The event featured workshops on safe sleeping, car seat safety, baby care, parenting, and breastfeeding. There were also opportunities for raffles, games, and … [Read more...] about Untied Healthcare and Housing Authority host ‘Baby Box Community Baby Shower’
Protect your family from skin cancer
Although there are several different types of skin cancer, most don’t become life-threatening because they aren’t likely to spread to other parts of the body. Unfortunately, melanoma is different. If not caught early, melanoma can spread from the skin to other organs, often with deadly results. And this serious skin cancer is no longer considered just an older person’s disease. … [Read more...] about Protect your family from skin cancer
Stay on top of your health with a checkup
Checkups are a way to make sure you stay healthy. Going to the doctor is important, even if you don’t feel sick. Adults and kids 3 years of age and older should see their Primary Care Provider (PCP) once a year. PCPs are the main health care professionals who take care of you. Kids under age 3 may need more checkups and immunizations. Talk to your child’s PCP about how often … [Read more...] about Stay on top of your health with a checkup
Know your heart health. It could save your life
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women. It’s important for you to know the causes and learn how you can make changes that reduce your risk of developing heart disease. There are a number of factors that can lead to heart disease. These include being overweight, lack of exercise, high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes and bad eating habits. Ways to … [Read more...] about Know your heart health. It could save your life
Avoid the emergency room for dental problems
Most people think chest or stomach pain, a sprain or broken bones, upper respiratory infections, cuts, back pain, skin infections or severe headaches are good reasons to visit the ER. But did you know that one of the most common reasons people end up in the ER is for dental pain? One of the main causes for ER visits is toothaches and other preventable dental pain. Why do so … [Read more...] about Avoid the emergency room for dental problems