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8 powerful steps for cancer prevention One-third of all cancers can be prevented by eating well, maintaining a healthy weight and staying active.1 Take control with these cancer-fighting tips.

1. Choose colorful fruits and veggies. A colorful plate means you’re likely getting a wide range of healthy nutrients that may fight cancer. Go for vibrant colors: Tomatoes, squash, green leafy vegetables, blueberries, purple eggplant, etc. Try to fill two-thirds of your plate with plant-based foods.

2. Go vegetarian. Beef, pork and processed meats like bacon, sausage, lunch meats and hot dogs may increase health risks. Plant-based diets, on the other hand, have been linked to lower colon cancer risk.2 Try cutting back on red meat, even if it’s just a few meals a week.

3. Spend less time sitting. Sitting may increase your risk of certain cancers and other health problems.3 Make a plan for adding more movement to your day.

Next, team up with friends and family to keep the momentum going.

4. Limit alcohol. If you drink alcohol, put a cap on the number of drinks you consume daily. No more than two drinks a day for men and one drink a day for women.

5. Avoid secondhand smoke. You know that quitting smoking can help you live longer (and feel better). If you’re a nonsmoker, take steps to avoid secondhand smoke. There’s no safe level of exposure to secondhand smoke.

6. Enjoy the perks of coffee. Coffee contains some powerful plant compounds that may protect your health. Health experts say two to four cups of coffee is generally OK for most adults.4 Ask your doctor about what’s safe for you.

7. Cope with stress in healthy ways. While stress alone has not been found to cause cancer, you may do things that increase your cancer risk when you’re stressed. Think: Smoking, drinking alcohol, overeating.

If you’re ready to raid the candy bowl, try taking a brisk walk or drinking a tall glass of water instead.

8. Consider your family history. Learning more about your risk factors may help you take healthy actions.

For instance, having a strong family history of breast cancer may prompt you to think about genetic testing or get more frequent screenings.

Sources: 1. American Cancer Society. “Diet and Physical Activity: What’s the Cancer Connection?” Feb. 5, 2015. (accessed April 3, 2015) http://www.cancer.org/cancer/cancercauses/dietandphysicalactivity/diet-and-physical-activity 2. ScienceDaily. “Vegetarian diet linked to lower risk of colorectal cancers.” March 9, 2015. (accessed April 3, 2015) http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/03/150309124139.htm 3. Journal of the National Cancer Institute. “Sedentary Behavior Increases the Risk of Certain Cancers.” June 16, 2014. (accessed April 3, 2015) http://jnci.oxfordjournals.org/content/106/7/dju206.full 4. National Institutes of Health, MedlinePlus. “Caffeine.” http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/caffeine.html (accessed April 3, 2015) This is intended to be general health information and not medical advice or services. You should consult your doctor for medical advice or services, including seeking advice prior to undertaking a new diet or exercise program.

All Cigna products and services are provided exclusively by or through operating subsidiaries of Cigna Corporation, including Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company, Connecticut General Life Insurance Company,1.com Cigna Health Management, Inc., Cigna Behavioral Health, Inc., vielife Limited, and HMO or service company subsidiaries of Cigna Health Corporation and Cigna Dental 2 medic91 Health, Inc. The Cigna name, logo, and other Cigna marks are owned by Cigna Intellectual Property, Inc. All models are used for illustrative purposes only.

As previously noted, the latest Performance Pay Tracking Period began on November 1st. We are striving to meet the Patient Satisfaction goal of a ≥ 65% rating (experience as “Excellent”).

In order to create a comfortable margin of performance, while continuing to improve the patient experience, we would like to share some feedback from recent patient focus groups.

The two areas that patients value the most are: 1. Communication from the treating crew: “Explain treatment options and procedures” “Provide reassurance and compassionate communication with the patient” 2. Setting clear expectations: “Set transport length expectation” “Set a triage level expectation before arriving at the hospital”

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Make sure to visit buildmedic.com. New renderings are available and you can learn more about...

• Building features • Construction schedule • Sustainable design For more information, contact Jeff Keith at jeffk@medic911.com; x6160

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The American Ambulance Association’s, Stars of Life Conference honors the dedication of Ambulance Services, Paramedics, EMTs, Telecommunicators and all Agency Support Staff.

WHO TO NOMINATE Nominating someone is simple: let us know which co-worker has shown overall excellence with their position at Medic.

HOW TO NOMINATE 1. Login to Medic’s, Extranet.

2. Click “Incentives and Recognition”.

3. Click “Employee Recognition”.

4. Fill out and submit the Star of Life Nomination Form.

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JANUARY COMPLIANCE

JANUARY INSERVICE

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Fri, Jan 8 Mon, Jan 11 Thu, Jan 14 Sat, Jan 16

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Wed, Jan 13 1200 - 1600

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REQUIRED ATTENDANCE

INFORMATION UPDATES

Mian Baker, Elijah Bumgarten, Jason Crump, Mariann Earwood, Donald Eslick, Brendan Ferguson, Rheba Graham-James, Trueman Jones, Shawn Kersey, Ryan Lowe, Corey Montgomery, Christopher Noll, Karl Ottesen, Aaron Peppel, Kenny Phillips, Howard Pittman, Michael Pomeroy, Tom Porcelli, William Ramsey, Lindsay Regruto, Adamo Riascos, Bryan Runyan, Mary Shockley, Chris Simmons, Jamie Stanford, John Stroup, Brian Thomas and Kevin Treat

• Please register for your Corporate Compliance Training session through LMS. • The duration of the Medic Safety & Compliance Training sessions is up to 4 hours.

• Attendees will be paid for the total time spent in class.

• Each employee, with an Annual Performance Review within that same month, MUST attend one of the available Compliance Training Sessions.

• Compliance sessions are held next to the Medic Fitness Center.

PLEASE NOTE: If your Annual Performance Review was in December and you did not attend class, you must contact Amy Broughton to attend a January class.

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For more information on Corporate Compliance Class or if you need directions, please contact Amy Broughton at amyb@medic911.com.

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The North Carolina Association of Rescue and EMS opens their scholarship application process January 1st 2016.

This scholarship opportunity is available to Medic employees and their children.

Apply today!... The application is on their website: ncarems.org/scholarships.php.

Need to reorder (or order) Medic business cards?

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Log in to “My Medic” (extranet), Look under “Administration” Click on “Medic Business Cards” Fill out and submit the electronic form

Cards are ordered at the end of every month.

Please allow a 2-3 week delivery time

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For more information, contact Chelsea Cline in HR at chelseac@medic911.com.

For more information, please contact Lester Oliva at lestero@medic911.com; x6023. medic911.com

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Charlotte Build, Remodel & Miller Lite Panthers Playoff Pep Landscape Expo Rally 01/08/16 - 01/10/16 01/15/16 7:00pm - 11:00pm Charlotte Convention Center Rooftop 210 501 S College Street 210 East Trade Street Charlotte, NC 28202 Charlotte, NC 28202 Phone: 704-339-6040 Phone: 704-526-0848 homeshowcenter.com info@rooftop210.com Sunday Fun Day: My Carolina Home 01/10/16 1:00pm - 4:00pm Mint Museum Uptown 500 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202 Phone: 704-337-2000 mintmuseum.org

2016 MLK Gospel Showcase 01/16/16 Halton Theatre (CPCC) 1206 Elizabeth Avenue Charlotte, NC 28204 Phone: 704-330-6534 tix.cpcc.edu

Lewis Black - The Emperors Try Thai: Hands-On Cooking New Clothes: The Naked Truth Class w/ Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen 01/16/16 8:00pm 01/14/16 6:30pm - 9:00pm Belk Theater at Blumenthal PerChef Alyssa’s Kitchen forming Arts Center 2104 South Blvd Inside Atherton 130 North Tryon Street Market Charlotte, NC 28202 Charlotte, NC 28203 Phone: 704-372-1000 Phone: 704-8 17-7568 blumenthalarts.org chefalyssaskitchen.com Latin Music Concert Series The Jazz Room at The Stage 01/21/16 6:30pm - 8:30pm Door Theater Mint Museum Uptown 01/15/16 6:00pm 500 South Tryon Street 01/15/16 8:15pm Charlotte, NC 28202 Blumenthal Performing Arts Ctr Phone: 704-337-2000 130 North Tryon Street mintmuseum.org Charlotte, NC 28202 For more information on these and Phone: 704-372-1000 other events, click on the links above thejazzarts.org or visit charlottesgotalot.com

Science On The Rocks: Speakeasy 01/15/16 5:00pm - 9:00pm Discovery Place 301 North Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202 Phone: 704-372-6261 discoveryplace.org