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	<title><![CDATA[Family Wellness Center - New Announcements]]></title>
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	<pubDate>Sun, 05 Sep 2010 09:57:23 -0700</pubDate>
	<copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2010 Family Wellness Center]]></copyright>
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		<title><![CDATA[Labor Day Holiday Hours]]></title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Labor Day Holiday Hours 

September 6th, 2010 - Closed Monday in observance of the Labor Day Holiday.

We will re-open the clinic on Tuesday September 7th, 2010 at 8:00am.

For more details about our holidays schedule, after hours information or if you need to schedule an appointment, please call our office at (360) 260-2773. 

If you are an established patient at Family Wellness Center and you have an urgent need when the office is closed, please contact our answering service at 1-888-836-6508 and they will contact an on-call doctor for you.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Back to School Physicals and Sports Physicals]]></title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Back to School Physicals, Pre-kindergarten physicals and immunizations and Sports Physicals 

Just a reminder to schedule your child's sports physical / back to school physical as soon as possible during the summer break. Most of the fall sports start in mid-August so it is a good idea to schedule these appointments early in the summer. Family Wellness Center has a supply of sports physical forms or you can bring your own specific school district sports physical form. Please complete the patient sections on the form before coming to the office. 

We have a cash discounted sports physical fee offered to established FWC patients only.  The child's sports physical is $25.00 cash price, or we can bill your insurance for a full well child checkup if you have this routine child preventive care benefit on your insurance.  We recommend that you have a well child checkup for your child if it has been more than one year since the child's last well child exam. Please verify your health insurance plan benefits prior to making an appointment.   

Please bring the child's immunization record with you to the appointment so we may verify which shots your child may need and update the record as needed. Having a current list of your child's immunizations will prepare you in the event that your child's school requests a copy.  

Please call our office main number if you have any questions or to schedule the appointment at (360) 260-2773.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Gardisil / HPV Vaccine]]></title>
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		<description><![CDATA[This vaccine's goal is to prevent the HPV virus for patients age 12 to 26 years old. The vaccine is for females and has recently been approved for male patients too. It is a 3 shot series and we will bill insurance for these, but if not covered then it is the patient's responsibility. We are finding that more and more insurance companies are covering these if the patient has immunization benefits. The first shot is scheduled with your doctor usually at the time of a physical or well child exam, and then injection #2 is due 2 months later, and then injection #3 is due 4 months later after the second immunization so that the series is completed in 6 months.

If you are an established patient and have any questions about the recommendations or would like to schedule an appointment for the Gardisil shot with the provider, please call our office at (360) 260-2773.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Cascade Heart and Family Wellness Center present Women and Heart Disease]]></title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Cascade Heart and Family Wellness Center are happy to present Women and Heart Disease.

June 23rd, 2010 
Heart Disease and Diagnostics
With Margo Kozinski, MD, Sue Barke, CNMT, and Bethany Meuler, RDCS

July 21st, 2010 - CANCELLED
Cardiac Dysrhythmia 
With James Reiss, MD

August 11th, 2010 - CANCELLED
Nutrition and Exercise for Prevention
With Amy Surface, PA-C and Matt Nipper, MS, CES

All Presentations will begin at 6 PM at Family Wellness Center, located at 1000 SE Tech Center Dr, #120, Vancouver, WA 98683.

Refreshments will be provided.

RSVP requested to heartseminar@familywellnesscntr.com]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 12:42:39 -0700</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[H1N1 (SWINE FLU) AND SEASONAL FLU INFORMATION]]></title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Novel H1N1 (Swine Flu) information from Family Wellness Center. Download 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine PDF

Family Wellness Center still has injectable H1N1 and Seasonal flu shots available for our established patients. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention still recommends to get vaccinated if you haven't had your seasonal flu shot or H1N1 (swine flu) shot in fall/winter 2009-2010. H1N1 or seasonal flu may continue the outbreak through spring and summer of 2010 or early fall 2010 before the 2010-2011 flu vaccine becomes available. Although the 2010-2011 seasonal flu vaccine will protect against H1N1, we do not know yet when it will be available. 

Please note: we are currently out of NASAL H1N1 and NASAL SEASONAL FLU MIST at this time.  

If you are an established patient at Family Wellness Center and have any questions or need to schedule an appointment with a nurse for vaccination, please call our office at (360) 260-2773. 

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT H1N1 VIRUS AND SEASONAL FLU: 

Signs and Symptoms of H1N1 Flu:

The signs and symptoms of H1N1 flu are similar to those of seasonal flu. They include:
	Fever 
	Cough
	Sore throat
	Headache
	Chills
	Runny or stuffy nose
	Body aches
	Diarrhea
	Vomiting
	Fatigue
In the past, severe illness (pneumonia and respiratory failure) and deaths have been reported with H1N1 flu.  Like seasonal flu, H1N1 may cause a worsening of chronic medical conditions. 

Seasonal Flu Shot:

Getting your seasonal flu shot is especially important for adults over age 65, the most susceptible to complications from common flu strains.

Self-Care for H1N1 Flu:

* Check with your healthcare provider about any special care or antiviral medications you may need.
* Stay home until at least 24 hours after you are free of fever (100 degrees F) or signs of fever without the use of fever-reducing medications.* If you get sick while traveling, stay in your hotel room.
* Limit contact with others.
* If you must leave home for medical care, wear a surgical mask.
* Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.  If you have no tissue, cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve.  Put used tissues into the trash.
* Wash your hands often with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
* Drink plenty of clear fluids.
* Get increased rest and sleep.
*If returning to a place where many high-risk people may be exposed, a longer exclusion period may be needed.  See www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/sick.htm.

When To Seek Immediate Medical Care--

Emergency warning signs for CHILDREN:
	Fast breathing or difficulty breathing
	Bluish or gray skin color 
	Not drinking enough fluids
	Severe or persistent vomiting
	Not waking up or not interacting
	Being so irritable that child does not want to be held
	Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough

Emergency Warning signs for ADULTS:
	Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
	Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
	Sudden dizziness
	Confusion
	Severe or persistent vomiting
	Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough

Help Protect Yourself and Others from H1N1 Flu:

	Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze.  Alcohol based hand sanitizers also are effective.
	Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
	Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth
	Keep kitchens, bathrooms and toys clean.
	Do not share items for drinking or eating.
	Avoid crowds during the peak flu season (December to March)
	Drink plenty of water
	Get enough sleep, exercise and nutritious foods daily.
	Keep stress under control

There are two types of H1N1 (swine flu) vaccine: the nasal flu for healthy patients (no chronic conditions, COPD, asthma) 2 to 49 years old and injectable swine flu vaccine. Children under 10 years old may need two swine flu or swine nasal flu vaccines. Please call our office if you need to find out if your child will need more than one or talk to your child's  provider. 

FAQs About H1N1 (Swine Flu):

What is it?
H1N1 (referred to as swine flu) is a new influenza (flu) virus.  It was first detected in the people in the United States in April 2009.  Despite its name, swine flu is not transmitted by food, including pork.

How serious is it?
Like seasonal flu, H1N1 flu in humans can vary from mild to severe, with some cases leading to death.  

Are there medications to treat H1N1 flu?
Antiviral prescription drugs begun within 2 days of first flu symptoms may help make the illness milder and sufferers feel better faster.  These medicines also may help prevent serious flu complications.

How does the H1N1 virus spread?
It is thought to spread like seasonal flu, mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing.  People may also be come infected by touching something that has the H1N1 flu virus on it and then touching their eyes, nose or mouth.  The virus can survive on surfaces and infect people for up to 8 hours.

For how long is someone contagious?
People who have the H1N1 flu may be able to infect others starting 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 7 or more days after becoming sick.  Children, especially younger children, might be contagious for longer periods. 

Who can get nasal H1N1 vaccine?
The NASAL FLU IMMUNIZATION is for patients age 2 yrs old to 49 years old who do not have any chronic conditions or asthma. Please check with your provider if you or your child can get NASAL FLU immunization. It can be billed to your insurance if you have immunization coverage.  

Does a recalled H1N1 vaccine affect me?
There have been recalls for pre-filled 0.25 ml. syringes of H1N1 and nasal H1N1. Our clinic has never received this formulation or any of the lots that have been recalled. If you were vaccinated at Family Wellness Center during 2009-2010 flu season, the recall doesn't affect you.

Does my child need more than one dose of H1N1 vaccine?
Children under 10 years old may need two swine flu or swine nasal flu vaccines. Please call our office if you need to find out if your child will need more than one or talk to your child's  provider. 

For More Information:  
- Copy &amp; paste the regional swine flu web site through our local health department:     www.flunewsswwashington.org
- Copy &amp; paste the government website into your web browser:   www.flu.gov.  
- Call the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Hotline at 1-800-232-4636.
- Copy and paste the Clark County website:   www.clark.wa.gov/h1n1/clarkcounty.html (this is the local health department page for information on immunizations).
- Novel H1N1 (Swine Flu) information from Family Wellness Center. Download 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine PDF]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Apr 2010 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[Zostavax Shingles Vaccine]]></title>
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		<description><![CDATA[For patients 60 years and over, our providers suggest that you get a one time Zostavax shingles vaccine at your annual physical.  However, there is a shortage at our local health department and at our supplier. We have a very limited supply for our established patients. Please call our office at (360) 260 2773 regarding the supply availability before you come in for your appointment.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[CONSUMER ALERT]]></title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Washington State Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler warns people to keep their insurance information secure because it can be a source of identity theft.  

To avoid issues, consumers should treat their health insurance cards like they would other sensitive personal information.  They should also review all information they receive from their insurance company or health care providers to make sure they aren't being billed for services they did not receive.  If you find an issue, you should call your insurer right away.

Insurance fraud drives up costs of medical care for everyone.  To learn more about how to avoid scams and help prevent fraud, visit Insurance Commissioner's website at &quot;www.insurance.wa.gov&quot; and click on FRAUD in the left hand column.   

If you have fallen prey to an insurance scam or someone has tried to sell you a suspicious health insurance plan, report it to your Wash State Insurance Commissioner office at:   1-800-562-6900.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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		<title><![CDATA[SATURDAY HOURS]]></title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Family Wellness Center offers Saturday hours for same day appointments.  We have a limited schedule with one provider here so it is best to call between 8 am and 9 am to schedule the next available same day office visit.

Please be advised that our regular office hours on Saturdays are 9 am to 12 pm, but occasionally the office will close early before noon.  It is always best to call our office at 260-2773 to check if we are still open, and if you get the closed phone message you will know that we have closed early that Saturday.  We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause you.]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 31 Mar 2010 01:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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