JCH&L Women’s Health Day Offers Convenience

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Wellness Experience Offers Women a Convenient Way to Take Control of Their Health

In just about three hours women from Jefferson County and beyond can complete their annual health checks during one visit to Jefferson Community Health & Life. Women’s Health Day is a complete wellness experience designed to make women’s health easy. JCH&L has recently updated the program, and it is now easier than ever for women to schedule.

The program is available at the Jefferson Community Health & Life Health Center and Fairbury Clinic. Women can scheduled with their preferred primary care provider for an annual exam, and then other screenings are scheduled to coordinate with the appointment.

The Women’s Health Day experience includes:

* Personalized guidance from an on-site Women’s Health Day navigator

* Important health screenings, including fasting lab tests, a screening mammogram and a routine annual exam to assess overall and gynecological health (lab test will be available before participants leave for the day; mammogram results may be available or may be mailed; Pap test results will be provided later by mail)

* Complimentary coupon for a meal in the JCH&L cafeteria

* Reserved parking

“It’s so important for women to make time for their own health, but we know life sometimes gets in the way,” said Erin Starr, Chief Nursing Officer. “That’s why we created Women’s Health Day—to provide a convenient way for women to get their essential health screenings all at once, in one visit to JCH&L.”

All major insurance plans are accepted for screening and exams (coverage is subject to individual policy terms).

For screenings and exam, we accept all major insurance plans. Coverage is subject to individual policy terms. Please note not all lab work is considered screening dependent upon your insurance plan and your personal health conditions. Deductibles may apply. Please check with your insurer.

JCH&L Fairbury Clinic accepts new patients.

Appointments for the Women’s Health Day experience start as early as 6:30 a.m. To schedule, call 402-587-5218.

Aesthetics Available at JCH&L

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Aesthetic treatments are available at Jefferson Community Health & Life, with services provided by Kirisha Afuh, FNP-C. JCH&L is now accepting appointments Feb. 2 and March 7.

JCH&L offers both cosmetic and therapeutic injections. To make an appointment for a cosmetic injection, please call 402-729-6851. To make an appointment to discuss possible medical treatment, please call 402-729-3361, option 1.

Cosmetic neurotoxin injections (such as Botox® and Xeomin®) can relax the muscles on areas of the face and neck which cause wrinkles associated with facial expressions or facial pain. Treatment with neurotoxins can cause facial expression lines or wrinkles to be less noticeable. Areas most frequently treated are around the eyes, forehead and lips.

Cosmetic injections (removing or reducing wrinkles) are typically not covered by insurance. For cosmetic injections, payment is required the day of treatment. JCH&L offers a Cosmetic Neurotoxin Loyalty card program.  Free consultations are offered for cosmetic services. At your consultation, you can discuss your needs, procedure recommendations and costs.

Therapeutic neurotoxin injections may be covered by some insurances for 1) TMJ dysfunction; 2) Bruxism (teeth grinding); 3) types of orofacial pain including headaches and migraines; or 4) Excessive sweating.  Therapeutic neurotoxin injections for medical purposes will typically be referred by a health care provider.

Therapeutic neurotoxins are diluted to a very controlled solution. When the solution is injected into the muscles with a very thin needle it is almost painless. Patients may feel a slight burning sensation during the injection. The procedure takes about 15- 20 minutes. Results are not permanent, but may last up to three months.

Treatment with dermal fillers can smooth out facial folds and wrinkles, add volume to the lips, and contour facial features that have lost their volume and fullness due to aging, sun exposure, illness, etc. Facial rejuvenation can be carried out with minimal complications. These dermal fillers are injected under the skin with a very fine needle. This lifts and smooths wrinkles and folds. Results may be seen immediately. Dermal filler treatments are not covered by insurance, and payment is required on the day of the treatment.

If you have questions for a medical professional trained in Aesthetics, Afuh can help. Afuh received certificates through Aesthetics Medical Educators Training and the American Academy of Facial Aesthetics. Her training included hands-on work with patients.

Next Men’s Health Clinics Scheduled at JCH&L Fairbury Clinic

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Men’s Health Clinic days have been scheduled at JCH&L Fairbury Clinic for Feb. 22 and March 14. Bryce Taylor, PA-C, offers a wide variety of men’s health services at the Men’s Health Clinic. Appointments can be made by calling 402-729-3361 and asking for a Men’s Health consultation. You don’t need to give a reason.

Men’s Health consultations may cover a wide variety of men’s topics, including but not limited to: low libido (sex drive), insomnia, depression/anxiety, erectile disfunction, male pattern hair loss, enlarged prostate, weight loss, fatigue (low energy), smoking cessation, scrotal pain/mass, urinary incontinence, sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment, alcoholism, and infertility.

Privacy is the top priority. The scheduler does not need to know the specific reason for the appointment.

These consultations are covered by most insurances, similar to other routine office visit appointments. Copays and deductibles may apply depending on your insurance carrier. Lab services may also be subject to deductibles.

Men who have questions should schedule their Men’s Health Clinic visit today. Call 402-729-3361. Select option 1 for scheduling.

Caregiver Support Group to Meet Feb. 8

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The Caregivers Support Group offered by the Alzheimer’s Association will meet on Thursday, Feb. 8, at 4:30 p.m. in the Jefferson Community Health & Life Clinic Conference Room. The program will be a video “Caregiver Training: Agitation an Anxiety” from the UCLA Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care Program.

Easiest access will be by parking in the H Street parking and entering through the JCH&L Main Entrance. Follow the signage to “Caregiver’s Support.”

The Caregiver’s Support Group is a program of the Alzheimer’s Association. The group meets on the second Thursday of each month in the JCH&L Clinic Conference Room.

The support group is designed for those who are caregivers and family members of those who have Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias.  The group provide an opportunity anyone interested to share their experiences with Alzheimer’s Disease and learn from other’s experiences. There is no cost, and no pre-registration required.

For more information, contact Lana Likens at Jefferson Community Health & Life at 402-729-6855.

2200 H St., PO Box 277, Fairbury, NE