Top 5 Ways Health Screenings Can Help You Create Wellness
1) Prevention is the best medicine!
In just 20 minutes, a health screening makes you more aware of your “health numbers” and any potential health concerns, so you can make positive changes to prevent problems in the future.
2) No needles or significant amount of blood required.
You’ll get your blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose numbers, as well as weight and height information, with just a quick finger stick.
3) Take the work out of completing your Personal Health Assessment (PHA).
If you already have a PatientLink account, your numbers from the health screening are automatically entered into your PHA by a nurse within 24 hours.
4) Put a few extra dollars in your pocket.
After 24 hours, you’ll be able to log into your PHA to finish completing your assessment. Without doing so, you will not be eligible to receive your premium reduction of $120 annually. Remember: having your health screening is not the same as completing your PHA!
5) Know exactly where you are on your health journey.
Make your goals and check your progress along the way. Incorporate the health screening and PHA into your annual schedule, so you can check your progress.
Getting a health screening is not only the first step to knowing your potential health concerns and creating a healthier lifestyle, it is also the bridge to tools and programs that can help you achieve your wellness goals.
“We want to assure everyone that having a health screening is important for their well-being,” says Sandy Miller, a wellness nurse who administers the screenings at one of nine locations. “We also give people an understanding of what those numbers mean and simple things they can do to help themselves. If they need more help, we have the resources for that as well.”
Schedule your health screening today! Appointments can easily be made online at yourplanforhealth.com by selecting the “Assessing Your Health Risks” link. Screenings are available at nine campus locations (Monday through Friday).View the complete list of health screening locations by clicking here.