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Support Women's Cancer Fund
Support the Women's Cancer Fund In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness month, consider supporting the Women's Cancer Fund this giving season. A diagnosis of breast cancer can feel overwhelming, but you're not alone. Cancer treatments have progressed significantly in recent years and survivor rates have increased as a result. Patients will find breast cancer treatment and resources at the Cowell Family Cancer Center on the Munson Medical Center campus in Traverse City. This state-of-the-art cancer center opened in 2016 and provides most cancer services, including diagnosis, treatment, follow-up
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Janice's Cancer Story
Traverse City Woman Diagnosed with Breast Cancer Janice Beyer of Traverse City had the picture of health at age 50. She ran 20 - 25 miles per week, was a vegetarian and had no family history of breast cancer. Her doctor discovered a lump and wanted to rule out breast cancer. Janice agreed and was shocked to learn that she had breast cancer. She proceeded with the recommended course of treatment at the Cowell Family Cancer Center and has a message to share with woman. "Whether or not you have cancer has already been decided. It's a matter of whether or not you're going to find out and do
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Kids and Vaping: What You Need to Know
Kids and Vaping: What You Need to Know An increasing number of children and teens have tried vaping and more statistics are released daily that are connecting health issues with vaping. Here are some quick facts about the effects of vaping on children and how to prevent vaping in children. Is Vaping Bad for Children? What We Know Vaping is still a relatively new phenomenon so research is still in its beginning stages. However, the effects of vaping are starting to surface. What we do know is that nicotine is a very addictive toxic substance that can affect nearly every part of the human body
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Employee Referral Program
Employee Referral Program – Get Paid Sooner and Easier Do you know someone special who’s flirting with the idea of something more meaningful? We’re looking for quality candidates who are a ‘perfect fit’ for our Healthcare Team. So, in the spirit of Teamness, go ahead — set us up with a friend! Employee Referrals often lead to great matches! Over the last year, we have had more than 1200 potential candidates referred to us by members of our Healthcare Team. In line with our value of Exceptional Experiences, and based on feedback from employees, we have improved how we receive and pay for
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Contacts for State Legislators
Contact Information for Michigan State Legislators Please consider contacting the following state legislators to thank them for their support of rural healthcare and urge their support for restoring the Governor’s rural healthcare funding cuts. Hospital Member Office MHC Manistee Hospital Rep. Jack O’Malley 517-373-0525 Sen. Curt VanderWall 517-373-1725 MHC Cadillac Hospital Rep. Michelle Hoitenga 517-373-1747 Sen. Curt VanderWall 517-373-1725 Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital Rep. Jack O’Malley 517-373-0525 Sen. Curt VanderWall 517-373-1725 Munson Medical Center Rep. John Roth (517) 373-1766 Sen
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Charlevoix Hospital 5K Turkey Trot Race Waiver
Charleviox Hospital 5K Turkey Trot Event Waiver I understand that running a road race “(Run”) is involves certain risks, including, but not limited to, falls, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, conditions of the road, and all other risks, known and unknown, which may result in property damage, serious personal injury or death. All stresses and hazards associated with this activity cannot be foreseen. I am voluntarily participating in the Run with knowledge of dangers involved and hereby agree to accept any and all inherent risks or property damage, personal injury or
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Vaping Resources for Kids and Teens
Vaping Resources for Kids and Teens Up North Prevention Up North Prevention serves Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau Counties. Certified Prevention Specialist Lisa Anderson provides education and tips to help children/teens, parents, and individuals quit vaping. A three-hour class is also offered the first Saturday of the month for anyone who wants or needs information on the basics of nicotine addiction. Click here for more information or contact Lisa at landerson@catholichumanservices.org or 231-929-7070 ext 2205. AboveTheInfluence.com Resources geared to educate teens about vaping
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Kids and Vaping: Devices
What are Vaping Devices? Vaping devices come in many different forms and shapes. Here are some of the more popular devices kids and teens are using.
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Where To Get Immunizations
Where To Get Immunizations You know the importance of getting vaccinated, but where do you go to get vaccinations? There are many locations throughout northern Michigan that offer vaccines. Health Departments Many health departments offer appointments for childhood vaccinations. Pediatric Specialty Clinic Located in Traverse City, the Pediatric Specialty Clinic is one of few locations that allow walk-in visits for immunizations for children under 18. They accept most insurance and no child is refused. They also offer weekend hours Retail Locations Many retails locations around northern