LifeHealth

04/29/2022

Even though stress awareness month is ending, it’s important every month — every week, and every day — to take time out to breathe. Whether it’s walking, hiking, jogging, reading, listening to music, sleeping, or whatever else you can mindfully do, take action, reduce stress, and live longer.

04/28/2022

Today is “Safety and Health at Work” day. LifeHealth offers several clinical screening events for your workplace to help keep employees healthier and happier. We can customize an event to fit your location! Visit lifehealthcorp.com to learn more about our capabilities and specific screenings.

04/22/2022

🌎 The theme of this year’s Earth Day is “Invest in Our Planet.” From the EarthDay.org website: “While there is still time to solve the climate crisis, time to choose BOTH a prosperous and sustainable future, and time to restore nature and build a healthy planet for our children and their children, time is short.”

Visit EarthDay.org for more information on what you can do locally to help.

04/14/2022

April is World Autism Month. The organization Autism Speaks is encouraging people to increase global understanding and acceptance of people with Autism. Please visit their website to learn more about what you can do to help.

https://www.autismspeaks.org/world-autism-month

04/01/2022

We’re all pretty acutely aware of our stress these days, but we do tend to forget just how significantly damaging stress can be. The mental exhaustion caused by stress is usually obvious, but there are so many significant physical issues it causes as well.

Take some time out every day — force yourself — to take a break, breathe, meditate, go for a walk, listen to music, read a book or even take a nap.

03/30/2022

Happy Doctors Day to all of the physicians — mental health providers, primary care doctors, surgeons and more — who contribute to their communities and care for patients!

03/24/2022

⚕️ Even though Tuberculosis feels like an old, somewhat outdated disease that no one gets anymore, it is still one of the TOP infectious killers in the world.

Every day, over 4100 people die from TB and 28,000 people contract it. The global pandemic has hurt recent efforts to help fight TB, and an estimated 1.5 million people died from it in 2020.

The World Health Organization is partnering with the Pan American Health Organization this year to ask people to invest in programs that are available to help people worldwide avoid this preventable disease.

03/20/2022

🌼 Happy first day of spring! We’re all a little extra antsy to get out of the house and into nature this year, so get outside, go for a hike, swim, canoe, ski, snowboard, frisbee golf, or whatever else you do outside to get active in the warmer weather!

03/14/2022

💤 National Napping Day! That's a holiday we can all get behind.

After losing an hour of our weekend to Daylight Savings, we all deserve a nap. So today, enjoy all the health benefits of a nap and catch some midday Zzzzs.

Relaxation
Reduced fatigue
Increased alertness
Improved mood
Improved performance
Quicker reaction time

*Source: Mayo Clinic

02/24/2022

It’s absolutely freezing this week, so a brisk jog might not exactly be high on your list of things to do right now. For , be sure that you’re being as active as possible, and find new ways to keep your heart healthy, even when it’s single-digits outside!

02/23/2022

⚕️ Nearly half of all cancers and nearly half of all cancer deaths in the United States can be attributed to preventable causes:

🚫 Smoking
🚫 Excess body weight
🚫 Physical inactivity
🚫 Excessive exposure to the sun

This month, for , take steps to reduce your risk of cancer! Visit https://www.aacr.org/patients-caregivers/awareness-months/national-cancer-prevention-month/ for more information.

02/17/2022

Being kind is good for the heart — scientifically speaking. According to the Mayo Clinic, Kindness can increase self-esteem, improve mood, decrease blood pressure and cortisol, and improve relationships.

Kindness also boosts serotonin and dopamine in your brain. So today for Random Acts of Kindness Day, do something nice for someone else — and yourself, by being kind.

02/12/2022

🍕 What food are you eating for the Big Game? Be sure to have plenty of healthy options available; social eating situations often leave people with less desirable options for their dietary needs.

🍇 In addition to traditional food like chicken wings, burgers, nachos, fries, or other fried foods, consider more fruits, grains, and healthy alternatives to frying (air frying, baking, etc.). Have fun, and be healthy this February as a commitment to heart health for American Heart Month!

02/09/2022

LifeHealth, a federal government contracting company, is seeking Healthcare Disability Evaluation Coordinators to perform a variety of administrative activities in support of compensation and pension exams for the Veterans Administration.

The DEC gathers, collects, records, tracks, enters and verifies medical data and information from multiple sources for entry onto pre-examination questionnaires. Reviews and edits reports in software application to ensure accuracy in context, grammar, spelling, and consistency.

Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited:

-Review and assists claimant with pre-examination questionnaires for completeness and enters data into proprietary electronic medical records (EMR) system for provider review

-Assist with chart preparation to include tagging of medical records; identification of diagnostics and other pertinent medical history information

-Reviews and edits reports in proprietary software application to ensure accuracy in context, grammar, spelling, and consistency. This will be accomplished through review of computerized worksheets, doctor’s notes, and verifying information through dialogue with physician

-Other duties as assigned

Your skills/experience/job requirements:

-A minimum of two (2) years experience in healthcare as a CMA, RMA, CNA, EMT, Military Medic, Hospital Corpsman, etc. required.

-1 year of technology driven medical data entry system experience or related computer data entry experience
Prior experience working directly with clinical providers a plus

-Experience in Occupational Medicine clinic, General Medical, Internal Medicine work environment preferred
Must be US Citizen

-Must be able to obtain a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) with Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) fingerprint check.

-You need to have a heart for service – you need to care and feel good about the fact that you are making a difference in our Veterans and Wounded Warriors lives every day.

What’s in it for you:

-Competitive starting salary of $19.00 per hour.

-Comprehensive and flexible benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, life and AD&D insurance, short & long-term disability leave.

-LifeHealth is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, s*xual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

02/09/2022

💓 There are a lot of easy things that can be done to improve overall heart health — even laughter is good for reducing blood pressure. Since it’s American Heart Month, we want to draw attention to some key facts about heart health throughout the month.

⚕️ Most people with high blood pressure don’t know it. The best way to combat that is with routine blood pressure checkups and home and with a primary care practitioner. Many workplaces also provide blood pressure screening services as part of their employee wellness programs.

If you’re interested in learning more about employee wellness screenings, send us a message and we’ll be happy to help.

01/26/2022

In 2020, 604,000 women were diagnosed with cervical cancer; 342,000 died from it.

The main cause of cervical cancer remains infection from the human papillomavirus (HPV). Vaccines can protect against this infection, and girls as young as 11-12 are encouraged to get the vaccine.

Early detection and vaccination availability make cervical cancer one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer. Read here for more resources: https://www.cancer.org/latest-news/special-coverage/cervical-health-awareness-month.html

01/21/2022

Today is National Hug Day. The past couple of years, it’s been hard to connect, especially physically. That’s a shame, because hugs have a lot of mental and physical health-boosting attributes.

☀️ Helps boost self-esteem
⚕️ Strengthens the immune system
❤️ Can lower blood pressure
😀 Helps reduce feelings of isolation and sadness

Obviously wear masks, social distance etc. etc. but when you can do it safely, hug your family. Hug your friends. Hug your dog!

01/20/2022

🩸 January is National Blood Donor Month! Seasonal illnesses make it difficult for blood banks to maintain an adequate supply; this is especially true as a new variant is working its way through the country.

If you’re able, consider donating blood this month, and encourage friends and family to do the same! Life-saving blood donations are an easy, effective way to give back to the community.

01/14/2022

👀 Glaucoma is the leading cause of vision loss and blindness in the United States. It has no early symptoms, and half the people with it don’t know they have it.

Anyone can get glaucoma, so be sure to schedule annual eye exams to catch it early and help prevent serious eye damage!

Share this with friends and family for Glaucoma Awareness Month this January.

01/12/2022

⚕️ One of the easiest, most cost-effective ways you can improve workplace health in the new year is through regular wellness screening events at your workplace.

LifeHealth can set up and manage wellness screening events that are customized for the layout of your workspace. These services include:

🩸 Diabetes screening
☀️ Skin cancer
👂 Hearing testing
👀 Vision screening
💉 Biometric screening

And more. Please send us a message or give us a call at 303-730-1902 to find out more info or set up an event for your workplace.

To a healthier 2022.

01/05/2022

LifeHealth, LLC, a federal government contractor, is seeking full time, part time and PRN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to provide services at the Federal Medical Center (FMC) located in Ayer, MA.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

The services will be provided to inmates in the custody of the Federal Bureau of Prisons. The LPN must have the ability to work with an inmate population from a variety of cultural, regional, racial, and ethnic backgrounds. The LPN will coordinate activities and work closely with the Clinical Director, Medical Officer, and Mid-Level Practitioners of the institution in the treatment of inmate patients. The LPN shall be responsible for, but not limited to the following:

-Assisting the physician or mid-level provider with procedures.
-Provision of ambulatory nursing care, evaluations, and treatments.
-Administration of medications to include pill/insulin line as directed by the physician.
-Triage screening of inmates
-Performing veni-punctures on occasion
-Assisting BOP staff with care of inpatient mental health inmates
-Clerical duties, to include providing a documented report upon completion of the session through written and/or electronic documentation in the inmate’s medical records.
-Provide direct patient care services in accordance with legal, ethical, and institutional standards through the evaluation of patients and therapeutic treatment as ordered by Health Services clinical staff.
-Establish diagnostic impressions and requests appropriate diagnostic tests (e.g. laboratory, x-ray, visual acuity and electrocardiogram) and ability to interpret results.
-Document all clinical encounters using Bureau of Prisons Electronic Medical Record.
-Review all ordered tests and procedures within 24 hours of receiving results or the next business day.
-Administer medication as prescribed i.e., by mouth, intradermally, subcutaneously, or intramuscularly.
-Secure a health and developmental history from the patient, records findings, and makes critical evaluations. Provide current entries for maintenance of medical records.
-Provide a wide range of emergency services including primary care for trauma and lifesaving procedures.
-Serve as the primary provider for routine requests for evaluation of new complaints, for routine recurring visits for chronic illness, and emergencies when clinically indicated.
-Manages the daily operation of the clinic and conducts daily sick call.
-Possess knowledge of treatment of chronic health problems, i.e. hypertension, diabetes, and asthma.
-Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
-Initiate emergency care as needed according to community standards.
-Adhere to infection control policies and procedures.
-Ability to provide basic first aid, prevention care, and guidance in treating a variety of common illnesses/injuries.
-Ability and skill to operate EKG and laboratory equipment.
-Knowledge of mental health disorders and has the ability to screen for gross mood changes.
-Perform duties as required, but accept only those assignments that are commensurate with his/her educational preparation, training, experience, and licensure laws.

Required Qualifications:

The LPN shall possess the necessary skills, abilities, and credentials to perform professional services of a licensed professional nurse.

-Possess and maintain a valid and current unrestricted licensure as a Licensed Professional Nurse in the United States.
-Minimum of 1 year recent experience in acute care, ambulatory care, or psychiatric care facility as a licensed professional nurse. Experience in corrections preferred, but not required.
-Certified in Health Care Provider/Basic -Life Support in accordance with the American Heart Association.
-Must have experience with medical equipment.
-Documentation of medication administration competency.

What’s in it for you:

-Competitive starting salary with shift differentials.
-Comprehensive and flexible benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, life and AD&D insurance, short & long-term disability leave

LifeHealth is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, s*x, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, s*xual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

12/30/2021

Happy New Year! What can you do to be healthier in 2022?

"Eat better, exercise more and get more sleep!"

No matter how many times we have doctors and other health professionals beat these things into our heads, it doesn't make it any easier to follow through. So instead of the same repetitive tips on "how to be healthier in 2022" how about tips on how to follow through with the things you already know you need to do?

1. Give yourself a break. One of the reasons people get so frustrated with diet and exercise is the all-or-nothing mentality. Health isn't a linear path. It ebbs and flows. If you have a bad day, or a bad week, just take a breath and get back at it. No big deal.

2. Make small changes. We tend to think that going from 0 to 100 is the best way to accomplish a goal. But it's most successfully done through small, realistic changes. Make one healthy food substitution to start. Try taking a walk a few times a week. Give yourself 1 hour before bed with no screen time.

3. Make sure you know what success looks like for you. It's easy to say you want to be thinner, or healthier or sleep better. But what does that look like specifically? Is it walking up the stairs without feeling winded? Is it fitting into a pair of pre-pandemic jeans? Is it sleeping 6 hours uninterrupted?

The past couple of years, there have been a lot of things that have become more important to overall health. But one of the most important things is learning to cut yourself some slack. Life is extra stressful right now, and everyone's fighting some kind of internal battle. Be kind, take a breath, eat better when you can, and get up and move around whenever you get the chance. We'll get through 2022 and be better than ever.

12/21/2021

On this unseasonably warm first day of winter, we wanted to share some tips for how to stay healthier for the rest of the season.

🧑‍⚕️ Prevent the spread of illness: Get vaccinated, wash your hands and cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze.

🏋️‍♂️ Stay active: Find a routine that works for the winter, if winter makes working out more difficult for you. Go for a walk during the warmer part of the day, find a close-by gym, find some video routines you can follow at home (even if it’s only 5-10 minutes at a time).

💤 Get plenty of sleep: The time change and shorter days can disrupt your sleep cycle. Be sure to be active during the day, get out in the sun when you can, don’t overload on screen time, and give yourself a dedicated time to shut down each night.

🩺 Schedule a wellness check: An annual wellness check through your doctor is important to catch underlying issues early and treat them. If you own a business, scheduling wellness events and screenings can be an important part of keeping your employees health and productive all year.

Send us a message if you’re interested in learning more about custom health screening events for your company.

12/19/2021

Going into the new year, workplace health should be a top priority. Here's how you can ensure a healthier workplace for you and your coworkers or employees:

🖥️ Be sure that workstation ergonomics and health are a priority. Consider standing desks, ergonomic chairs, plants and air purifiers.

🍌 Make sure there are healthy food options readily available. It's easy to have vending machines that are filled by snack brands without regard to the health of your employees.

🧘 Encourage frequent breaks, walks, stretches and other activity. Sitting for extended periods is really bad for overall health and can be countered with several small activity breaks throughout the day.

🩺 Schedule regular health screening events for your employees. LifeHealth can help with all kinds of wellness events, from vision, to blood sugar and more. Send us a message! We can set up an event in your workplace that's customized to your space.

12/11/2021

Today for International Mountain Day, we're reminded of how lucky we are to live in this beautiful state. Our mountains are so important to the economy, wildlife, climate, and the mental and physical health of our residents and tourists!

12/04/2021

🍪 Today is national cookie day! A cookie once in a while is a good thing, but the way that cookies are sold commercially makes it very difficult to moderate and regulate. So why not try some healthy and delicious cookie recipes in honor of ?

(Vegan and healthy cookie recipes have come a very long way, keep that in mind)

https://chocolatecoveredkatie.com/chocolate-covered-recipes/healthy-cookies-and-bars/

11/30/2021

As we wrap up November, we wanted to call attention to Alzheimer’s Awareness Month.

Please visit https://alzfdn.org/alzawarenessmonth/ and contribute to organizations that fund research for a cure for this disease.

Quick Facts:

☑️ Alzheimer’s is a progressive brain disorder, not a normal part of aging
☑️ More than 6.2 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s
☑️ The number of Americans with Alzheimer’s is expected to be 13.8 million by 2060

11/25/2021

Have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving! We know this time of year can be tough as far as eating healthy goes - we're not trying to buzzkill the great food that comes along with Thanksgiving. But try to find room for exercise, self-care and relaxation this week as well!

11/23/2021

Check out our latest blog post! LifeHealth is excited to make the Inc. 5000 "Fastest-Growing Private Companies" list for the 4th time!

LifeHealth made the Inc. Magazine “5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies” list for the fourth time. As a veteran-owned, woman-owned business, LifeHealth is pleased to be one of a few companies that have made this prestigious list multiple times! “While the pandemic certainly changed our 2020

11/18/2021

⚕️ Today is the - a push by the American Cancer Society to help people who want to quit smoking take the critical first step.

About 34 million American adults still smoke ci******es, and smoking remains the single largest preventable cause of death and illness in the world. Smoking causes an estimated 480,000 deaths every year, or about 1 in 5 deaths.

Take a look at their website if you or someone you know wants to quit but doesn't know where to start.

https://www.cancer.org/healthy/stay-away-from-tobacco/great-american-smokeout.html

The American Cancer Society is encouraging people who smoke to make a plan to quit, or to plan in advance and quit smoking with The Great American Smokeout.