Health Information

Finding credible and reliable health and wellness information can be very challenging. The following basic information is provided to empower people to make good health choices and to provide a broad range of health-related information.

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Get healthy from A to Z
This A-Z listing of the most commonly requested health topics includes resources, materials and contacts.
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Get on the road to better health!
Many people are surprised to learn that reducible health risks — behaviors we can change — play a more critical role in our overall health and longevity than genetic or hereditary factors. National Health Ministries is providing a new vehicle for getting on the road to better health. An online health inventory — Health Risk Assessment will allow you to take a snapshot of your health status and provide suggested ways to reduce your health risks.

If you are ready to get on the road to better health, read more!

What tests do you need?
This chart is a general guide for recommended tests and frequency for women over 50. Learn more at the National Health Ministries Web site.

Are you practicing healthy behaviors?
Take this quiz then use the list as a way to develop a health risk reduction plan. Learn more at the National Health Ministries Web site.

20 tips to prevent medical errors
Medical errors are one of the nation's leading causes of death and injury. Here are some ideas that you can implement to make the U.S. health care system safer for you. Learn more at the National Health Ministries Web site.

What does HIPAA mean for you?
Learn about the impact of Health Privacy Regulations (HIPAA) on clergy, health ministry/parish nurses and church leaders. Learn more at the National Health Ministries Web site.