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“Healthy You” magazine is published as an educational resource for UMR members and provides information about tools and resources available from UMR as a part of our member online services. Available features and benefits are dependent on the products and features included in the plan design. Not all members will have access to all features shown. Copyright ©2016 United HealthCare Services, Inc. Reproduction in whole or part is not permitted without permission in writing from UMR.
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HEALTHY YOU Your journey to wellness starts here
Happy Father’s Day!
Protecting your skin from the sun
Tobacco and your
health: It’s time to quit
Contents What’s inside
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Dads: You’re making a difference!
Just for Dad: Cook a special meal just for Dad
Melanoma: Can you spot the signs of sun damage?
Don’t get burned: Tips for protecting your skin from the sun
Please don’t smoke: Cigars cause cancer
Fireworks safety: Tips for a safe Fourth of July
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Online tools
Getting care
Managing chronic conditions
Fitness tools
Healthy Living: Tips for the entire family
First aid En Español
For kids
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Departments Features
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Both parents have a critical role in
affecting the habits their children learn
about exercise and eating healthy. But
dads have their own special way of
touching the lives of their children.
Here’s how:
Roughhousing with the kids
Studies show dads tend to interact
more physically with their kids. This
kind of “horseplay” helps to develop
lasting bonds with children and also
helps children to learn to identify the
difference between healthy play and
“aggressive” behaviors.
Role playing/pretending
Dads that spend time role playing or
pretending to be a fireman, policeman,
princesses or soldiers help kids learn
about themselves and the world, work
out confusing or scary life events, and
cultivate social and emotional
intelligence that can help them cope.
Dads You’re making a difference!
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Learn more about the importance of
Dads on fatherhood.gov
Dads and daughters
Research has shown that when girls
have a feeling of closeness to their
father, there is a positive effect on their
long-term well-being and self-esteem.
Dads and sons
Boys learn relationship skills,
communication skills and healthy
gender attitudes from their dads that
will enable them to be good partners
and fathers as adults.
Safety
Kids often learn about safety from
Dad. Dads can encourage kids to
learn about all aspects of safety, from
how to handle life’s small emergencies
like a cut or sprain to how to prepare
and respond to a natural disaster.
Dads also help kids learn about
transportation and physical safety by
modeling safe behaviors and teaching
kids safe choices.
Physical fitness and nutrition
Dads are active, positive role models
in the lives of their children. By
engaging in sports with their children
and choosing healthy eating habits,
kids learn habits to help keep them
healthy for a lifetime.
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Need some ideas for dinner? Log in to umr.com and visit
the health center to find healthy recipes.
Follow us on: myUMRhealth
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We love dads. They’re always doing something for the family. So we thought, why
not create a special menu that you can share with that special Dad in your life?
These are chef-inspired recipes from our staff that are healthy and filled with
nutritional goodness.
For the entrée Get recipe: Grilled fish with
lime and salsa 1 Serving, Calories 161
Add some veggies Get recipe: Chilled lemon
asparagus with pecans 1 Serving, Calories 101
For dessert Get recipe: Chocolate malt cake 1 Serving, Calories 204
Just for Dad Cook a special meal just for Dad
On the side Get recipe: Macaroni and
Cheese 1 Serving, Calories 262
A Asymmetry
One
half is not like
the other half.
B Borders
are
irregular or
poorly
defined.
C Colors
are varied.
D Diameter
is greater
than 6 mm
(the size of a
pencil eraser).
E Evolving – the mark is
changing in
size, shape
or color.
Melanoma: the deadliest form of
skin cancer, is often treatable if
detected early. So, it’s important to
SPOT the warning signs. Talk to your
doctor about any moles or skin lesions
that you are concerned about
especially if they have these
characteristics:
Melanoma Can you spot the signs of sun damage?
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Explore our e-learning courses Healthy You university e-learning courses are available
free to all UMR members and their families. Our e-
learning courses cover a variety of health and wellness
topics to help you on your journey to wellness.
eLearning Become a student of better health
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Can you spot the effects of sun damage? Learn how to spot the effects of sun damage Length: 2:36 Closed captioned in English.
Watch: Can you spot the effects of sun damage?
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Don’t get burned Tips for protecting your skin
Get the facts about
sunscreen
Sunscreen can prevent skin cancer
and signs of aging by protecting you
from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays.
This is true for everyone, whether you
have fair skin or dark skin.
Follow these tips for choosing the right
sunscreen and using it any time you’re
out in the sun:
Pick a sunscreen that has a sun
protection factor (SPF) of 30 or
higher, which blocks 97 percent
of the sun’s rays. Higher-number
SPFs block slightly more of the
sun’s rays, coverage protects
from both ultraviolet A (UVA) and
ultraviolet B (UVB) rays, both of
which can cause cancer.
Remember to reapply sunscreen
every two hours or after swimming.
No sunscreen is completely
waterproof or sweat-proof.
Use enough sunscreen to generously
cover all skin not covered by clothing.
A good rule of thumb is 1 ounce
(enough to fill a shot glass), or the
amount you can hold in the palm of
your hand.
To protect your lips, use a lip balm or
lipstick with an SPF of 30 or higher.
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Sunscreen alone cannot protect you
from the sun’s damaging rays. Make
sure to limit your time in direct sun,
especially from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cover up with protective clothing,
such as a long-sleeved shirt, a wide-
brimmed hat and sunglasses.
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Did you know? The most common form of
cancer in the U.S. is skin
cancer, striking about one
million Americans each
year. To help prevent skin
cancer, avoid the mid-day
sun and don’t use sun
lamps and tanning beds.
To learn more about the dangers of excessive sun exposure
visit the CDC.
Cigars cause cancer
Please don’t smoke
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Cigar smoke is harmful to both
smokers and non-smokers.
Cigars contain a higher-level of
cancer-causing substances
including nitrosamines. Cigars
also contain higher levels of
cancer-causing tar.
Cigar smoke contains higher
levels of toxins than cigarette
smoke.
Due to the larger size of cigars
and the longer smoking time,
smokers and non-smokers
experience higher exposure to
toxic substances, including:
carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons,
ammonia, cadmium, and other
substances.
There is no safe level of
exposure to tobacco smoke, so
it’s important to reduce the
health risk to yourself and others
by not smoking.
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Fireworks safety Don’t get burned
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Monitor your
asthma using a
peak flow meter,
if prescribed
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Use your inhaler
as prescribed to
avoid attacks
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Obey local laws.
Read the cautionary labels.
Supervise all fireworks activities.
Don’t drink while using fireworks.
Light one firework at a time.
Use fireworks outdoors in a clear
area away from buildings or
vehicles.
Have a bucket of water handy.
Dispose of spent fireworks by
wetting them down and placing in a
metal container away from any
combustible materials.
Source: The National Council on Fireworks
Safety
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Tips for a safe Fourth of July
Fireworks safety
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Never try to relight a
dud firework
Never carry fireworks in your
Never try to shoot a firework into a
glass or metal container
Never experiment with homemade
fireworks
Fireworks safety Don’t get burned What NOT to do!
Fireworks safety
On the go? Visit umr.com on
your mobile device.
Online tools Go mobile! Visit our mobile site
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Your member ID card is your starting
point for getting the care you need.
Finding a provider
On the back of your member ID card, you’ll find
your PPO network contact number and your
pharmacy contact (if applicable).
Emergencies
IMPORTANT: If you are severely ill and/or this
is an emergency, call 911.
Not sure where to go? Where you go for medical services can make a
big difference in how much you pay and how
long you wait to see a health care provider.
Explore the following information to help you
decide the appropriate setting for your care.
You can also find a provider
near you by visiting our
website at www.umr.com.
Getting care What you need to know and
where to go
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Retail clinic/convenient care clinic Retail clinics, sometimes called convenient care clinics, are located
in retail stores, supermarkets and pharmacies.
Urgent care Urgent care centers, sometimes called walk-in clinics, are often open in the evenings and
on weekends.
When to go:
• Colds or flu
• Vaccinations or screenings
• Sinus infections
• Allergies
• Minor sprains, burns or rashes
• Headaches or sore throats
Wait time to expect 15 minutes or less (on average)
Cost $50-$100 (approximate cost per
service for non-employer
sponsored facilities)
When to go: • Sprains and strains • Mild asthma attacks
• Sore throats
• Minor broken bones or cuts
• Minor sprains, burns or rashes
• Minor infections or rashes
• Earaches
Wait time to expect 20-30 minutes (approximate wait
time)
Cost $150-$200 average cost (for non-
employer sponsored facilities)
Note: Costs may vary based on your plan. Costs shown represent
national averages.
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Getting care What you need to know and
where to go
Your doctor’s office Seeing your doctor is important. Your doctor knows your
medical history and any ongoing health conditions.
Emergency room Visit the ER only if you are badly hurt. If you are not seriously ill or hurt, you could
wait hours and your health plan may not cover non-emergency ER visits.
When to go:
• Preventive services and
vaccinations
• Medical problems or symptoms that
are not an immediate, serious
threat to your health or life
Wait time to expect 1 week or more (approximate wait
time for an appointment)
Cost $100-$150 average cost
When to go:
• Sudden change in vision
• Sudden weakness or trouble talking
• Large open wounds
• Difficulty breathing
• Severe head injury
• Heavy bleeding
• Spinal injuries
• Chest pain
• Major burns
• Major broken bone
Wait time to expect 3-12 hours (approximate wait time for
non-critical cases)
Cost $1200-$1500 average cost
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Getting care What you need to know and
where to go
Registering for online service is as easy as 1-2-3
Be sure to have your member ID card handy.
Visit umr.com and click “New user? Register here”.
Follow the on-screen prompts to complete your registration.
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Click or touch the New User link to register.
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Online tools Get your claim and benefit information fast!
By getting physical and being active for 30 minutes a day, you can reduce your risk and
help build a strong and healthy heart. Follow these steps to reduce your risk:
1. Calculate your risk
Calculate Your 10-Year Risk of Heart Attack
2. Get your life assessment with My Life Check from The American Heart
Association
Take the Assessment
3. Eat healthy and watch your weight
Heart Healthy Recipes
Heart health resources
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Chronic conditions Manage your condition
Diabetes resources
Build Your Defense Against
Respiratory Infections
American Lung Association
National Heart, Lung, and Blood
Institute
Asthma and Allergy Foundation
of America
Lung health resources
Tips for Managing Stress
Depression Self-Assessment
National Alliance on Mental Health
Mental health resources
American Cancer Society
Cancer resources and
information
From the Department of Health
and Human Services
Colonoscopy: The Gold
Standard for Cancer Screening
Cancer resources
American Diabetes Association
Keep on Track with Diabetes
Carbohydrate Counting for
Diabetes Management
Eating Out Can Be Fun and
Easy Even with Diabetes
What is the A1c test?
Chronic conditions Manage your condition
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Get moving Fact: Our bodies were meant to move.
It doesn’t matter if you choose to walk,
ride a bike, play tennis or jump rope.
What matters is that you are moving.
Regular exercise helps you manage
your weight, improves your mood and
energy levels, helps you sleep better
and it’s just plain fun. So let’s get
moving! Here are some fitness tools
you might want to use.
Important: Always check with your
provider before starting any new
fitness/exercise program.
Walk for Health - Monthly Walking
Log
Top 10 Reasons to Take the Stairs
SuperTracker from USDA.gov
Learn more
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Fitness tools Let’s get moving
Men’s health Essential Screening Tests for Men
Adult Screenings and Immunization
Guidelines
Men's Health
Learn more Take control of your health today.
Regular preventive care screenings
can ensure that you understand your
risk factors for chronic conditions and
can take steps to improve your health.
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Healthy living Men’s health tips
Women’s health
With our busy lives, it can sometimes
be hard to really take the time to take
care of ourselves. As women, it’s
important to take that time. Here are
some useful tools and information.
Staying Healthy at Every Stage in Life
Women's Preventive Health
Adult Screenings and Immunization
Guidelines
App: Early Detection Plan from the
National Breast Cancer Foundation
Have you had your mammogram?
Learn more
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Healthy living Women’s health tips
Kids’ health
Child Screening Guidelines and
Immunization Schedule
Healthychildren.org
From the American Academy of
Pediatricians
Parenting
From the U.S. Department of Health and
Human Services
Learn more
Regular preventive screenings
and care can help ensure that your
child stays healthy and well and
that any causes for concern are
identified early. Here are some
helpful tools and information:
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Healthy living Kids’ health tips
Basic first aid Do you know how to treat a burn, clean a wound, or help
someone if they are choking? Here are some great resources to
help you learn more and be better prepared when accidents
happen.
Learn how
Get first aid procedures
and information
from MedlinePlus, a
service of the U.S.
National Library of
Medicine and the National
Institutes of Health
What to put in your first
aid kit
from FEMA, The Federal
Emergency Management
Agency
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App: First Aid
From the American Red Cross
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First aid Resources for life’s little accidents
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Obesidad en niños
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Cómo obtener atención
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For kids
The New "Oliver & Hope's Superhero
Saturday" Storybook is Here! Imagination takes flight when Oliver the bear, Hope the butterfly and Millie the barn
owl join their friend Charlotte the fox on a superhero adventure! Bring them home,
straight from the pages of UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation’s (UHCCF)
newest storybook, “Oliver & Hope’s Superhero Saturday”. This book is the highly
anticipated follow-up to the first two award-winning books in the Oliver & Hope™
series: “Oliver & Hope’s Amusing Adventure" and "Oliver & Hope's Adventure
Under the Stars”.
Find these books and stuffed animal characters on our website.
Proceeds support new UHCCF medical grants for kids.
From UnitedHealthcare Children’s
Foundation
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About this magazine “Healthy You” magazine is published
as an educational resource for UMR
members and provides information
about tools and resources available
from UMR as a part of our member
online services.
Available features and benefits are
dependent on the products and
features included in the plan design.
Not all members will have access to
all features shown.
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Services, Inc. Reproduction in whole or
part is not permitted without
permission in writing from UMR. All
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