GCHL Magazine Fall 2018

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A P U B L I C AT I O N O F B A P T I S T H E A LT H C A R E

HEALTHY LIVING

Genetics Cancer Test

Offers knowledge for future health.

FAMILY-MATCH

The Wait is Over Families find their match.

Speak Up About

Sepsis Help save lives.

Stroke Patients Receive WHOLE BODY CARE

with Andrews Institute NDT therapists.

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Gulf Coast

GCHL STAFF President and Chief Executive Officer MARK FAULKNER

HEALTHY LIVING

As a community-owned, not-for-profit organization, Baptist Health Care focuses on improving community health through preventive care, education and support.

This edition of Gulf Coast Healthy Living is meant to help you throughout your life’s journey, whether that’s deciding to take a cancer genetics test to learn more about your future (Pages 4 and 5), finding your perfect family match (Pages 6 and 7), recovering from a stroke and trying a whole body approach therapy (Pages 8 and 9) or learning more about sepsis to help save lives (Pages 12 and 13). Our feature articles and resources are meant to empower you to make the best informed decisions about your health.

We work hard to continue providing convenient access to the care you need, and we’re delighted to announce our newest clinic in downtown Pensacola. Visit Baptist Medical Group Convenient Care – Southtowne (Pages 10 and 11).

To help you better manage your care, Baptist now offers FollowMyHealth, a patient portal to give you greater accessibility to review your medical records, request prescription renewals, communicate with your physician and examine tests and lab results (Page 14).

Try the fall fitness tips, immunity booster ideas and pumpkin oat bar recipe (Page 3) to start off this season of renewal. We hope autumn brings you wellness and happiness.

Marketing Director CANDY MCGUYRE Editor and Writer MANDY FERNANDEZ Writers SEAN SULLIVAN LORI ZAVADA Designer KAY FOGOS Web Developer ROBERT BURR RYAN WILSON

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Wellness tips and trends.

Sepsis

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Help save lives.

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Offers knowledge for future health.

Your Care with FollowMyHealth

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Accessible patient portal, anytime, anywhere.

Material contained herein is

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Test

Families find their match.

8 Stroke Patients

Receive Whole Body Care

Noteworthy people, projects and awards.

With Andrews Institute NDT therapists.

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1300 W. Moreno St.

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Offers Convenient Care Now in Downtown Pensacola.

Mark Faulkner president and chief executive officer Baptist Health Care

Convenient, quality care is needed for those who work and live downtown, and Baptist Medical Group Convenient Care – Southtowne is pleased to provide this service. Read story on Pages 10 and 11.

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HEALTHY HABITS SEVEN TIPS FOR FALL FITNESS Autumn brings cooler temperatures that make it a great time to start an exercise program. The physical changes help you renew and rethink your goals. Here are seven tips that will help you fall into better fitness habits.

1 Move outdoors – Go for a walk, bike ride, jog or perform yoga outside.

2 Try a new class – Like the school year, gyms often offer fresh classes in the fall. Review the schedules and try out a new one.

PUMPKIN OAT BARS Craving pumpkins at this time of the year?

Choose this healthier, lighter dessert that will both fill and satisfy you.

3 Exercise with TV – When your favorite fall programs return, make a date to perform squats, lunges and stretches during the shows you watch.

4 Follow the 30-day rule – The time frame to make a

lifestyle change a habit is 30 days. After you find a program you like, commit to it for four weeks to see results.

5 Consider convenience – Make fitness easy. Choose

Ingredients: 1½ cups quick cooking oats ¼ cup brown sugar (or substitute honey) 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice ½ teaspoon salt ½ cup of milk or half-and-half cream 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

something that you can do simply and without interruption – something flexible that can adapt to your day.

6 Motivate yourself – What will it take to keep you on

track? Journaling, quotes, photos or having a workout buddy? Signing up for a race? Whatever it is, do it daily.

7 Enjoy a reward – After you’ve fallen into your routine for 30 days, rejuvenate with a massage or other treat like a long, warm bath with salts. Indulge in a small piece of your favorite chocolate. You’ve earned it.

¼ cup of pure maple syrup 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin puree

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Set aside. Lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking pan. In a large bowl, mix oats, sugar (or honey), baking powder, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice and salt. After mixing, create a hole in the center. Pour the milk or cream in the well. Add the beaten egg, maple syrup and vanilla extract. Stir to combine. Add in the pumpkin last. Mix thoroughly to combine.

Pour or spoon out batter into the prepared pan.

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean from baked mixture.

Let cool before serving. Refrigerate any leftovers. Makes 16 bars.

Adapted from All Recipes. Find healthy, delicious recipes on the My Healthy Blueprint Pinterest board at Pinterest.com/choosebaptist.

BOOST YOUR IMMUNITY WITH THESE 10 ITEMS Feeding your body certain foods and drinks can help keep your immune system strong. As we enter cold and flu season, try adding these healthy items into your diet that carry natural Vitamin C and other vital immune properties: 1. Citrus fruits (oranges, lemons) 2. Bell peppers, especially red ones 3. Broccoli 4. Garlic (fresh, not powdered) 5. Ginger 6. Spinach 7. Yogurt (with live, active cultures) 8. Almonds 9. Turmeric 10. Green tea Eating right is one of the best defenses against germs. Follow the Baptist Health Care Pinterest page for recipes using these foods, Pinterest.com/ choosebaptist.

To learn more health and wellness tips, contact My Healthy Blueprint at 850.469.6903.

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CANCER GENETICS TESTING Offers Knowledge to Empower Health Changes

Our health is influenced by our genetic makeup. Research shows the link between our family’s history (genetics) and the environment we live in are both crucial factors in determining our future health. A review of our genetic data, or genetic testing, can be beneficial for many reasons when it comes to cancer.

“Every year we gain new information on cancer and genetics,” said David E. Mann, Jr., M.D., FACP, a boardcertified and fellowship-trained oncologist with Baptist Medical Group – Hematology-Oncology.

“Right now we look at certain factors in individuals to determine if genetic testing is beneficial,” said Dr. Mann.

One patient who volunteered to be genetically tested was Michelle Beck.

“I have a very high family history of cancer,” said Beck. “This includes ovarian, kidney, lung and colon cancer.”

Cancer is recognized as a disease of genes. Baptist Health Care is currently offering genetics Beck chose to have testing to individuals Baptist Health Care is currently the blood based who are at greater offering genetics testing to cancer genetics test. individuals who are at greater risk for developing She received her risk for developing cancer cancer based on results within two based on their family history. their family history weeks. Since then, and is committed to Beck has regular doctor’s visits to monitor developing the ability to offer genetic her health and to establish a personalized testing to the entire community it plan of enhanced surveillance that suits serves. Genetic testing for cancer is her – all designed to increase early essentially the ultimate method for detection and prevention of cancers she early detection, that is, detecting your is at particular risk of developing. risks even before cancer has a chance to develop.

Hope Cooper is another patient who chose to have the cancer genetics test.

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“I have a strong family history of cancers, including pancreatic, lung and breast cancer,” said Cooper. “I wanted to find out if I was at a higher risk of developing cancer due to my genetics.”

Before the test, Cooper worried about when, not if, she’d receive a cancer diagnosis. She’d often have bloodwork done to look for early signs. Cooper’s results came two weeks after she was tested, and results were negative.

“Peace of mind is invaluable,” said Cooper.

“I don’t have to live my life with this cloud over my head or the thought that the clock could run out at any time. Instead, I can think about long term goals and old age that I was not certain I would see.”

Both patients believe the results helped them formulate a realistic health plan and future goals.

“Baptist Health Care has treated me very well,” said Beck. “The doctors take the

GAIN KNOWLEDGE FROM CANCER GENETICS TESTING. THEN DO SOMETHING WITH THAT KNOWLEDGE.

BAPTIST MEDICAL GROUP HEMATOLOGY-ONCOLOGY results very seriously and communicate my health needs with me in a timely manner.”

After cancer genetics test results are given, oncologists at Baptist Health Care provide patients with actionable results.

Whether genetic test results come back positive or negative, Dr. Mann recommends the following lifestyle tips for individuals concerned about cancer: • Individuals should be aware of signs and symptoms associated with cancer and seek medical attention if there is concern.

• Individuals should have a yearly wellness exam and regular visits with their primary care physician.

• If a person does receive a positive genetic result, it does not mean that cancer will happen. Instead, it means

there is a higher risk that cancer will develop. Each person who receives a positive genetic test should take their time before deciding on their best approach, whether it be enhanced surveillance or preventive surgery.

Doctors recommend gathering as much information as possible in this everchanging field before making decisions.

• Patients may look at options and the availability of medicine that can reduce cancer risks.

• Everyone should exercise regularly, as significant studies demonstrate that consistent workout routines, even leisurely walks, can reduce the risk of cancer.

“Gain knowledge from cancer genetic testing,” said Dr. Mann. “Then do something with that knowledge.”

LOCATIONS • Baptist Medical Towers 1717 North E St. Tower 3, Suite 231 Pensacola, FL 32501 • Baptist Medical Group – HematologyOncology, Airport Baptist Medical Park – Airport 5100 North 12th Ave., Suite 203 Pensacola, FL 32504 • Baptist Medical Group – HematologyOncology, Gulf Breeze Ciano Cancer Center (Behind Gulf Breeze Hospital), 1114 Gulf Breeze Parkway Gulf Breeze, FL 32561 • Baptist Medical Group – HematologyOncology, Nine Mile Baptist Medical Park – Nine Mile, 9400 University Parkway, Suite 408 Pensacola, FL 32514 • Baptist Medical Group – HematologyOncology, Milton 5907 Berryhill Road, Suite 200 Milton, FL 32571

Meet the providers of Baptist Medical Group – Hematology-Oncology.

Rhonda Campbell, ARNP

Simon B. Zeichner, D.O.

Nicholas Drake, M.D.

David E. Mann Jr., M.D., FACP

Sherif Ibrahim, M.D.

James Adams, M.D.

Jessica Nichols, ARNP

Call 850.469.7975 to find out more about cancer genetics testing, talk to your primary care physician or request a referral to Baptist Medical Group – Hematology-Oncology.

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FAMILY-MATCH

The Wait is Over

Selfless Love Foundation. FamiliesFirst Network (FFN) of Lakeview Center is the first agency in the state to have matched a family. A computer algorithm does all the work to produce a list of matches making it possible for case workers to take a more proactive approach in identifying parents “I really missed the fun of having who are compatible with children who are someone in the house and available for adoption. the purpose and ability to Family-Match frees Considering that more share my love and attention up the case workers than 800 children in with someone I could to work with parents Florida are waiting to nurture and help,” she said. be adopted, nearly 100 and children rather “But I told my mom, ‘it than wading through in Northwest Florida, doesn’t look like it’s going to one can see how long it documents and work out.’” might take case workers information.

Then, thanks to a new to find the perfect family technology named Familyfor a child.

Match, a case worker discovered a “Family-Match frees up the case workers 95-percent relational compatibility match to work with parents and children rather to a teen in foster care who was looking than wading through documents and for her forever family. information,” said Van Cleve. “Also, my “I was shocked when the case worker teen’s caseworker said it’s more difficult called to say she found a match only one to find homes for teenagers, but this week after I created my profile,” Van Cleve technology quickly finds matches for hardsaid. to-place children, too.”

Melissa Van Cleve, an empty-nester, went through the rigorous process of completing parenting training and a home study and was approved to adopt a child.

Following a yearlong wait, she began to think there wasn’t a child out there for her.

Family-Match launched as a pilot across the state in early 2018 with the help of the

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FamiliesFirst Network is the lead agency in Circuit 1 for foster care and

Family-Match technology enables agencies to: • Reduce the waiting time for children in foster care.

• Take a more proactive approach to matching children with forever families.

• Use data analytics and predictive models to better identify compatibilities.

• Provide a user-friendly technology to approved parents at no cost to them.

related services for children who have experienced abuse or neglect. Families interested in learning more about adopting from foster care or in learning more about Family-Match can contact Kati Andrews, adoption recruitment specialist at 850.469.3847. Participating families will be part of an unprecedented opportunity in Florida’s child welfare system.

“This program is wonderful because it means more kids will be matched a lot sooner rather than waiting in foster care,” Van Cleve said.

More than 800 children are waiting to be adopted in the state of Florida.

For more information about youth awaiting adoption, please visit our online heart gallery at FamiliesFirstNetwork.org.

Bella, Age 15

John, Age 15

Ava, Age 14

Robert, Age 16

Mikhail, Age 16

Destinee, Age 13 Kaylynn, Age 9

Nihan, Age 17

Michael, Age 17

Contact KATI ANDREWS FamiliesFirst Network adoption recruitment specialist 850.469.3847 FamiliesFirstNetwork.org.

Thomas, Age 13

Abigail, Age 15

Daquan, Age 15

Images by Shaina Leigh Photography provided by Selfless Love Foundation.

Sponsored by Lakeview Center and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families.

Visit eLakeviewCenter.org to learn about comprehensive services at Lakeview Center.

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ANDREWS INSTITUTE THERAPY OFFERS

Whole Person, Holistic Approach After a Stroke

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A stroke can be an uncertain, scary event.

Patients often endure success in pieces over a long journey to recovery.

Melissa Clark, PT, C/NDT, a physical therapist certified in neuro developmental treatment, and Tonie Peasley, OTR,L, C/NDT and CLT, a registered and licensed occupational therapist certified in neuro developmental treatment and a certified lymphedema therapist with Andrews Institute for Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, are trained to help stroke survivors problem solve and regain their quality of life with a holistic approach.

Clark and Peasley spent two intense weeks and more than 100 hours in training for the Neuro Development Treatment, or NDT. This individualized certification program helps them customize therapy for each stroke patient.

(L to R) Melissa Clark, PT, C/NDT and Tonie Peasley, OTR, L, C/NDT Clark shares that she recently had a breakthrough with a high-level stroke patient. During a therapy session, the patient told Clark that his goal was to carry a laundry basket up and down a set of stairs without holding onto a railing.

Clark said that after she observed the patient shifting his neck and shoulders to one side, she realized that she needed to help him improve his core stamina and posture.

NDT is based on how patients move after their strokes.

“There is a need for a higher level of stroke care in the Northwest Florida region,” said Clark. “We sought out NDT training because we do not want our patients to lose hope or become stagnant during their recovery process.”

NDT is a treatment approach based on how patients move after their strokes. Most stroke patients have an abnormal way of moving their arms and legs. NDT training has taught Clark and Peasley a slower, more in-depth, whole person approach to regaining mobility.

“Since changing the focus to the patient’s core, I’ve seen him make remarkable progress,” said Clark. “He met his goal.”

Andrews Institute therapy sessions with Clark and Peasley last one hour and can range from several weeks to months, depending on the severity of the stroke. Their therapy focuses on specific ways to do a task rather than completing a list of exercises. In addition, they offer a free, monthly stroke support group for patients, caregivers and anyone interested in learning more about stroke.

NDT is the tool for stroke patients to have independence.

“After working in this field for 27 years, I’ve learned more about normal body movement because of my NDT training,” said Peasley. “I now help my patients focus on their core instead of just alignment because that’s where the recovery process really begins.”

How a patient sits after a stroke can say a lot about what he or she is capable of doing and when they might return to daily activities. Clark adds that NDT training gives her and Peasley a more individualized approach to the therapy they offer at Andrews Institute.

“NDT training has given us reasons to be more personal with our patients and learn insight about their specific goals. This really matters in the healing process because the patients are able to be proactive in setting and achieving highly personal goals,” said Clark.

Marguerite Averett, Andrews Institute office coordinator and organizer of the stroke support group, is a big proponent of continued stroke rehabilitation.

“NDT is the tool for stroke patients to have independence, and Andrews Institute Rehabilitation in Crestview is proud to offer this stroke support to the community,” said Averett.

Both Clark and Peasley say the most rewarding part of their job is helping patients feel triumph after setbacks.

“Patients light up when they see they can do something that they were not able to do before,” said Clark. “It’s a great sense of accomplishment for both the therapist and the patient to witness the return of their freedom.”

Join the Andrews Institute stroke support group Second Friday of every month, 9 a.m.

Senior Circle Classroom 127 East Redstone Avenue, Crestview, Fla.

For more information about NDT therapy or to schedule an appointment, call 850.683.5906.

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Baptist Medical Group Convenient Care –

Southtowne

Offers EASY ACCESS, QUALITY CARE

in Downtown Pensacola Pensacola has experienced tremendous recent growth, and according to the U.S. Census Bureau, its metro area ranked in the top five for greatest percentage of growth from 2015 to 2016. Commercial and living expansions are widespread in the downtown region. Convenient, quality care is needed for those who work and live downtown, and Baptist Medical Group Convenient Care – Southtowne is pleased to provide this service.

“Our new downtown Pensacola clinic is so important because it places health care where people need it most,” said Bobby Potomski, director of primary care services, with Baptist Medical Group. “Southtowne is integrated where people live and work, making Baptist a partner for optimal health that is more accessible and convenient.”

Patients can schedule their appointments online at EasySchedule.com, walk in to the Baptist Medical Group Convenient Care – Southtowne clinic, or call ahead to schedule an appointment.

The clinic is located at 190 East Southtowne is integrated Intendencia St., suite A-28.

Board-certified provider Jean where people live and work, Bernard “Ben” Le Gall, PA-C, making Baptist a partner for sees patients of all ages and is optimal health that is more dedicated to providing superior accessible and convenient. patient care as promptly as possible.

Jean Bernard “Ben” Le Gall, PA-C Baptist Medical Group

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“Baptist Medical Group Convenient Care – Southtowne was designed to be the go-to clinic for all types of minor illnesses and injuries, offering an opportune access point to our system of care at Baptist that includes preventative care, wellness visits and related subspecialty care throughout the Baptist Health Care network of clinicians, subspecialists and professionals,” said Potomski.

BAPTIST MEDICAL GROUP CONVENIENT CARE – SOUTHTOWNE IN DOWNTOWN PENSACOLA

Provider Le Gall is glad to be serving Northwest Florida’s Le Gall has special interest in pain management and alternate region and military community. He enlisted in the U.S. therapies to narcotic therapy. He is certified in acupuncture Army and served as active duty for 10 years. He then was and advocates natural methods of controlling pain. Le Gall is an officer in the Army Reserve for two years and later multi-lingual, speaking French and Spanish. served 12 years as an active duty National Guard officer His priority is to ensure patients are well cared for and to for the State of Missouri. Trained as a respiratory therapist, educate them so they have the ability to care for themselves. his passion for medicine grew. He knew he had more Le Gall believes trust and rapport are the most important to offer as a caregiver so he factors in the provider-patient applied and was accepted into relationship.

Le Gall has special interest in the Army Physician Assistant “I establish trust and rapport alternate therapies to narcotic program. As a physician by using active listening, asking assistant, Le Gall found reward therapy. His passion for medicine questions when I need something in helping patients maintain grew while serving in the Army. clarified and making sure the patient wellness and treating illness.

Le Gall is multi-lingual, speaking understands what I am saying when “It gives me great satisfaction French and Spanish.

I explain something to them,” said in knowing that I’ve helped Le Gall. people when they need it,” After living in different areas around said Le Gall. “My proudest the U.S., Le Gall is glad to call Pensacola his home. moments are when my patients return to me for a followup appointment and their symptoms have resolved.”

“I used to vacation here, and now I feel blessed to live and work in paradise.”

As a physician assistant for the Army, Le Gall served a 22-member civil support team responsible for evaluating and treating casualties related to weapons of mass destruction. In addition, he provided primary care services to more than 1,200 patients ranging in age from babies to senior citizens, assessing acute, non-acute and chronic illnesses as well as clinical and psychological diagnoses.

Baptist Medical Group Convenient Care – Southtowne welcomes you to visit its walk-in clinic for Le Gall’s compassionate, quality physical, medical and emotional care services in a convenient place.

Schedule online at EasySchedule.com, walk in, or call ahead for an appointment at Southtowne – 850.908.6810.

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Save Lives by Speaking Up About

SEPSIS Sepsis is either a scary word or an unfamiliar word for most people. In clinical settings, caregivers are vigilant in identifying sepsis so that effective treatment SEPSIS IS YOUR can be administered immediately. Sepsis BODY’S TOXIC can be a serious REACTION TO AN condition in the body INFECTION. that could lead to harm or death. Knowing the symptoms can lead to early diagnosis and save lives. “Sepsis is your body’s toxic reaction to an infection,” said Jairo Puente, M.D., hospitalist with Baptist Medical Group Hospitalists. “It’s not an infection by itself. Sepsis isn’t contagious or a blood poisoning. It’s actually different for everyone and is an evolving process that we continue to study.”

More than a quarter of a million people die each year in the U.S. because of sepsis.

“Eighty percent of sepsis cases occur in the community, not in the hospital,” said Dr. Puente. “It’s actually more

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deadly than breast cancer, prostate cancer and AIDS. But it can be treated if it’s identified early.”

Baptist Health Care has a sepsis task force, a round-theclock team that acts quickly if sepsis is suspected in a hospital patient. In addition to rapid care response, the task force works to raise awareness and offers education to staff and community members about the condition. Their goal is to share the importance of early detection and help save lives.

“The faster we use the word or even suspect it, the more alert people become,” said Dr. Puente. “We are trying to identify early signs and take action.”

IT’S ACTUALLY MORE DEADLY THAN BREAST CANCER, PROSTATE CANCER AND AIDS. BUT IT CAN BE TREATED IF IT’S IDENTIFIED EARLY.

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS OF

SEPSIS? This list below will help you to speak up if these symptoms occur:

S E

Shivering or chills, fevers

P S I S

Pale or discolored skin

Extreme pain (outside the norm and realm where pain should be)

Sleep or difficult to arouse, confusion “I feel like I might die” Shortness of breath

People going through sepsis at home may feel that they are too tired to do most activities, and their thinking feels slow or not quite right. An individual who hasn’t urinated in five or more hours or who is experiencing cloudy, dark or bad odor urine should call a doctor. A sepsis patient also may experience a faster heartbeat, difficulty breathing and lower blood pressure. Symptoms of sepsis may mimic other illnesses such as the flu or stomach virus. If an individual thinks he or she may have sepsis, immediate action is necessary.

What should you do if you think you may have sepsis? Call 911. Find a hospital near you. Tell the person treating you that you suspect you may have sepsis. A provider will likely put you on antibiotics to reduce the infection and order a blood culture to determine the specific infection type that you may have and adjust treatment accordingly.

How can you help be an advocate about sepsis? Educate yourself and be informed about it. Learn the symptoms and talk about them with others whenever appropriate.

Are You At RisK? Here are several best health practices to prevent the spread of infections that could lead to sepsis: • Practice good hygiene such as handwashing.

• Keep cuts clean and watch them carefully until healed.

• Stay up to date on important vaccines.

• Manage the health of your chronic condition.

• If you have an infection that doesn’t seem to be improving, visit your primary care physician.

• Remember the symptoms of sepsis and act fast if you suspect you or someone you know may have it.

Share this information with your loved ones to protect them.

Remember that sepsis is a medical emergency and time matters.

SPEAK UP TO HELP SAVE LIVES. See the education events listed on Page 15 for two opportunities to attend a class on recognizing and managing sepsis.

If you would like additional information about preventing sepsis, visit MayoClinic.org. If you suspect an emergency, call 911 and seek medical attention.

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Manage Your Care with

FollowMyHealth’s App and Website Anytime, Anywhere People often visit websites or use apps to manage their finances. Baptist Health Care now has an app and website that can help you better manage your care.

As you would view your checking account to see your balances, you can log into the FollowMyHealth® Baptist Health Care Patient Portal to see your health history and prepare for the future. The patient platform gives you access to manage your electronic health records, send and receive messages with your providers, request prescription renewals and examine tests and lab results.

The sign-up process is easy and secure.

The FollowMyHealth patient portal will empower you to make more informed decisions about your health.

The FollowMyHealth patient portal will empower you to make more informed decisions about your health. All Baptist patients, whether in physician offices, outpatient settings or hospitals, are encouraged to take advantage of this resource.

The sign-up process is easy and secure. Patients who visit a Baptist Health Care hospital, medical park or physician office receive an email following their visit that will guide them through the process. After setting up an account, patients can access the system through eBaptistHealthCare.org/patientportal or by downloading the FollowMyHealth app to a mobile device. Identity will be verified, and patients are then connected to their health records.

You may receive additional emails during and after registration to notify you of successful completion.

Only you – and those you authorize – will be able to see the information in your patient portal. All of your personal and medical information is confidential and will be kept private. Log in whenever you want to review changes, make updates, send messages to your physician and perform other health tasks.

“Baptist Health Care is thrilled to offer this secure electronic health records platform to our patients and community members,” said Mark Faulkner, CEO and President. “We want to help those we serve in their health journey and empower them to take action on their health in this new, convenient method.”

We encourage you to view this new portal and stay informed about your health.

For help and support about FollowMyHealth, call 1.888.670.9775 or email support@followmyhealth.com.

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in the news PEOPLE, PROJECTS AND PRAISE

ANDREWS INSTITUTE FOUNDER DR. JAMES ANDREWS RECEIVES PRESIDENT’S AWARD FROM NATA Dr. James Andrews received the National Athletic Trainers’ Association President’s Award for his unwavering leadership and support of the athletic training profession.

BAPTIST HOSPITAL INC. RECEIVES ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Baptist Hospital Inc. received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Action Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2018. Baptist is one of only 203 hospitals nationwide to receive this honor. Congratulations to the many Baptist Hospital cardiovascular team members and departments for being recognized for their contributions towards high standards of patient care.

DIABETES AWARENESS MONTH November is American Diabetes Month. One in 11 Americans lives with diabetes. Whether it’s you or someone you care about who faces it each day, Baptist Health Care wants you to know that you’re not alone and that you can manage it and still have a quality life. Learn how to live well with diabetes by attending one of the upcoming diabetes education classes.

Seating is limited so please RSVP to Baptist Medical Group – Endocrinology by calling 850.908.1220 or emailing pattie.gayo@bhcpns.org.

BAPTIST TOWERS Cardiac Rehab Education Room 1717 North E St., Tower 1, Pensacola Oct. 5, 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 5, 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 10, 9 a.m. to noon BAPTIST MEDICAL PARK – NINE MILE Azalea Room, 9400 University Parkway, Pensacola Oct. 19, 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 16, 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 12, 9 a.m. to noon ANDREWS INSTITUTE Andrews Research and Education Foundation Building Conference Room A, 1020 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze Nov. 8, 9 a.m. to noon

BAPTIST HEALTH CARE HEALTH EDUCATION EVENTS Join us at these upcoming wellness seminars to learn more about health so you can continue an active life.

Depression: Types, Causes, Symptoms and Treatments Fri., Nov. 9, 11:30 a.m. lunch; noon to 1 p.m. seminar Andrews Institute Athletic Performance & Research Pavilion, Conference Room B, 1040 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze Recognizing and Managing Sepsis Thurs., Nov. 15, 11:30 a.m. lunch; noon to 1 p.m. seminar Baptist Medical Park – Nine Mile, Azalea Room, 9400 University Parkway, Pensacola

Stroke: Signs, Symptoms and Treatment Thurs., Dec 13, 11:30 a.m. lunch; noon to 1 p.m. seminar Andrews Institute Athletic Performance & Research Pavilion Conference Room B, 1040 Gulf Breeze Parkway, Gulf Breeze Recognizing and Managing Sepsis Fri., Dec. 14, 11:30 a.m. lunch; noon to 1 p.m. seminar Baptist Medical Park – Navarre, 2nd Floor Conference Room 8880 Navarre Parkway, Navarre

Seminars fill up quickly, so reservations are required. Call 850.469.7897 and let us reserve your seat today.

SEE W H AT EL S E WE’RE U P TO.

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Baptist Health Care P.O. Box 17500 Pensacola, FL 32522-7500

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just a click away.

EasySchedule At Baptist Medical Group, you’ll love how our primary care physicians go the extra mile to ensure you get the prompt appointments, undivided attention and quality medical care you deserve.

Now with no-hassle appointment scheduling, you can directly book your appointments online.

It’s simple.

• Visit EasySchedule.com.

• Choose a provider or location.

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Many of our clinics offer extended hours and same day and walk-in appointments.

We would love to have the honor of caring for you.

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