Archived Prescriptions
November 2008
Good Oral Health
- Practice good oral hygiene
- Get regular checkups
- Follow healthy lifestyle practices
Read Dr. Monroe's article on good oral health
October 2008
Ovarian Cancer
- Get informed
- Know your risks
- Don't ignore symptoms
Read Dr. Monroe's article on ovarian cancer.
September 2008
Preparedness
- Be prepared
- Make a plan
- Stay informed
Read Dr. Monroe's article on preparedness.
August 2008
Asthma
- Take control of asthma
- Take your medicines
- Avoid your triggers
Read Dr. Monroe's article on asthma
July 2008
HIV / STD / Hepatitis
- Assess your personal risks.
- Know your status: Get tested.
- Talk to your family and friends about their risks.
Read Dr. Monroe's article on HIV/STD/Hepatitis
June 2008
Prevent Summer Injuries
- Wear a bike helmet
- Be Mindful When Mowing
- Supervise All Swimming Activities
Read Dr. Monroe's article on preventing summer injuries.
May 2008
Take Control of your Athritis:
- Exercise moderately.
- Maintain a healthy weight.
- Protect your joints.
Read Dr. Monroe's article on controlling arthritis.
April 2008
Fight Addiction:
- Watch for the signs and symptoms.
- Seek professional help.
- Advocate for early diagnosis and compassionate treatment.
March 2008
Infectious Disease Prevention:
- Wash your hands.
- Stay home when you're sick.
- Sneeze/cough into your sleeve.
Read Dr. Monroe's article on Infectious Disease Prevention .
February 2008
Heart Disease:
- Know your Risks
- Decrease your Risks
- Recognize and Respond to the Warning Signs
Read Dr. Monroe's article on heart disease .
January 2008
Weight Management - More or Less:
- More fruits and vegetables
- Less sweets
- More movement
Read Dr. Monroe's article on weight management .
December 2007
Depression and anxiety are common and negatively impact our mental health:
- Learn the signs and symptoms
- Seek help
- Comply with treatment
Read Dr. Monroe's article on mental health .
November 2007
If you have Diabetes, know your ABCs:
- Alc test - Check your blood glucose (sugar)
- Blood pressure - Monitor it regularly
- Cholesterol - Ask your doctor for your numbers
Read Dr. Monroe's article on diabetes.
October 2007
Worksite Wellness:
- Implement a Worksite Wellness Program
- Engage More Employees
- Halt Rising Health Care Costs
Read Dr. Monroe's article on worksite wellness.
September 2007
Suicide is preventable:
- Know the signs
- Watch for the signals
- Refer for help
Read Dr. Monroe's article on suicide prevention.
August 2007
Come to the Indiana Stafe Fair (Aug. 8-19):
- Enjoy trans fat-free food
- Learn why there's never been a better time to quit smoking
- Visit the INShape Indiana SummerFit Plaza (Aug. 8-11)
Dr. Monroe's article on the Indiana State Fair.
July 2007
Come to the INShape Indiana Black & Minority Health Fair (July 19-22) during Black Expo Summer Celebration (July 12-22)
Learn how to make your safe from:
- Secondhand smoke
- Lead poisoning
- Injuries
Read Dr. Monroe's article on the INShape Indiana
Black & Minority Health Fair
June 2007
HIV
- Learn about HIV. Know the facts.
- Talk about HIV. Share your knowledge.
- Test for HIV. Know your status.
Dr. Monroe's article on HIV prevention.
May 2007
Asthma
- Take control of asthma.
- Take your medicines.
- Avoid your triggers.
Read Dr. Monroe's article on asthma.
April 2007
Minority Health
- Join in the activities for Minority Health Month. A calendar of events can be found at http://www.statehealh.in.gov/.
- Be a champion in your community. Help reduce health disparities by promoting healthy living
- Minorities are more likely to suffer from diabetes,stroke,and heart disease. Ask your doctor if you are at risk, and how you can protect your health.
Dr. Monroe's article on minority health.
March 2007
Adolescent Health
- Sit down to a healthy meal with the adolescents in your family every day.
- Talk to your adolescents about the risk of smoking and be an advocate for increasing the price of tobacco products to prevent youth smoking.
- Call the Indiana family Helpline at 1-800-433-0746 to find out about health services for adolescents.
Read Dr. Monroe's article on adolescent health.
February 2007
For a healthy heart:
- Know your numbers: cholesterol, blood pressure, BMI
- Eat healthy and excercise
- Be happy and socialize
Dr. Monroe's article on a healthy heart.
January 2007
10 in 10 Challenge (if you are > 10 pounds overweight)
- Lose 10 punds in 10 weeks.
- Decrease your caloric intake by 250 calories a day.
- Increase your caloric enpenditure by 250 calories a day.
Dr. Monroe's article on the 10 in 10 Challenge
December 2006 Tobacco Prevention
- Primary - If you don't use tobacco, don't start.
- Secondary - If you use tobacco, quit today. For help, visit http://www.inshape.in.gov/.
- Environmental - Stop secondhand smoke by supporting a smokefree enviroenment at work and in your community.
Dr. Monroe's article on tobacco
November 2006
Nutrition
- Eat 2 to 6 1/2 cups of fruit and vegetables each day in a rainbow of colors.
- Include 3 cups of fat-free or low-fat milk, or equivalent milk products, in your daily diet.
- Read the nutirition label when buying food, and avoid foods that have trans fats or are high in saturated fat.
Dr. Monroe's article on nutrition
October 2006
Physical Activity - Walking
- Walk 10,000 steps each day
- Buy and use a pedometer to monitor the number of steps.
- Read the nutirition label when buying food, and avoid foods that have trans fats or are high in saturated fat.
Dr. Monroe's article on walking
September 2006
Immunizations
- Know what immunizations are important for your age, from infancy through
- Prevent serious infectious disease by staying up-to-date on recommedend immunizations.
- Stay healthy by being sure that all family members are appropriately immunized.
Dr. Monroe's article on immunizations
August 2006
INShape Indiana's Families Page
- Recognize and address the issue of childhood obesity and youth and smoking.
- Involve families in the pursuit of healthy habits.
- Go to http://www.INShape.IN.gov/ to learn more and visit the Families page.
Dr. Monroe's article on the Families page on INShape Indiana
July 2006
Lead Toxicity
- Know what immunizations are important for your age, from infancy through
- Prevent serious infectious disease by staying up-to-date on recommedend immunizations.
- Stay healthy by being sure that all family members are appropriately immunized.
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