Tag: wellness

National Men’s Health Month

As June is National Men’s Health Month, we want to reach out to encourage our employees to take a moment to consider their mental and physical health.

Both physical and mental health are important for us to thrive in society. Therefore, we must remind ourselves how important it is to be reminded to address any concerns that they may be facing with regard to their health.

Talking to friends, family, and loved ones can be the first step in addressing concerns that an individual might be facing.

The first signs that something might be amiss can have the greatest impact on prevention and catching potential issues in their early stages. Doing so can also encourage others to come forward, ask questions, and seek treatment.

Taking steps such as these are important not only for ourselves, but they can cause a change in how it is talked about in our own social circles, in our families, and in our communities.

Fidelity On Call values the wellbeing of our employees in all areas of their lives, and we believe that communication and prevention are a core factor in doing so.

Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

June is National Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Our brain health is at the forefront of our overall health. Therefore, it is of the utmost importance to protect our brains and be aware of any changes or struggles that we may be experiencing.

Recognizing these changes in ourselves and those closest to us can lead us to the help and resources that we may need.

The Alzheimer’s Association shares a lot of important brain information, including more tips and tricks on how to keep your brain healthy, who may be at risk, and any support that is needed on your journey.

Alzheimer’s is a condition that was first diagnosed at the start of the 1900s. Reasons for Alzheimer’s vary and can be an interesting topic to research. You can find both traditional and alternative ways to work with or look at this disease, but do your own research. Know the warning signs and the risks that we carry. Stay proactive. Not just for you, but for the people around you as well.

Here at Fidelity On Call, the health and wellness of those in our community is important. We believe that being informed and aware is one of the first steps.

Mental Health Awareness Month

May is National Mental Health Awareness month. This coincides with National Nurses Month as well.

While we know that working in healthcare brings many rewards, it can also cause some hardships as well. Limiting stressors is not only important to lessen the impact they have on our physical bodies, but to also limit the pressure they can have on our minds.

Points to remember:

1. Take Time Off – Taking a vacation, even a mini one, is vital to keeping your brain happy. Relax with friends and family. Resting your body can also rest your mind.

2. Spend Time with People – When we find ourselves too busy, perhaps juggling a million things, it isn’t uncommon for us to isolate ourselves from others whether we mean to or not. Fixing this can just mean grabbing a coffee, going inside the store, having lunch with a friend, or simply calling someone you haven’t spoken to in a while.

3. Create a Space for Your Hobbies – Finding a hobby that relaxes you and makes you feel like yourself is important. Sometimes, finding time to do whatever that hobby is can be challenging. But taking that time for yourself can be important in relaxing your busy mind and shining a new light on your day.

4. Take a Break from the Internet – While we have come super far in recent years, sometimes being online can cause more harm than good. Perhaps try to take a no- screen day, or weekend.

5. Positive Affirmations – It’s easy to be hard on ourselves. But it’s good to remind yourself that you are trying your best and you are working hard. Start your day by saying something positive – it can make a huge impact.

6. Start a Discussion – Just starting to talk can be the hardest move to make. But being open and honest about what might be going on can make the biggest difference, either for you or people around you.

Let’s embrace Mental Health Awareness Month by prioritizing self-care and fostering supportive connections. Your mental health matters—take proactive steps towards well-being.

How to help BEAT the SICK Season

As the weather changes, one thing is certain: SICK SEASON is quickly approaching. As we spend more time indoors, this time of year brings sicknesses that spread. We wanted to share some tips on helping to keep yourself and your family as healthy as possible.

✔ WASH YOUR HANDS – Lather those hands both front and back and between your fingers, under your nails and scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds.

✔ AVOID TOUCHING YOUR EYES, NOSE and MOUTH – Use scented soap or lotions to bring increased awareness of your hands being near your eyes, nose, and mouth.

Continue reading How to help BEAT the SICK Season

For Your Mental Health Resources

Speak Up™ For Your Mental Health is a new patient safety campaign from The Joint Commission offering free materials for healthcare workers to download and provide to patients and their families. This campaign includes:

  • An animated video, in both English and Spanish
  • Infographics, in both English and Spanish
  • A Speak Up™ User’s Guide on how and to whom organizations can distribute materials

Click here to access all the resources.

The Join Commission advises that mental health is just as important as someone’s physical health. Depression and other mental health issues are common, and like physical illnesses they need to be treated.

Speak Up™ For Your Mental Health, a patient safety campaign from The Joint Commission, is designed to educate patients on how to advocate for themselves and their mental health.