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MeDical hiStory
Having your first period at an early age (younger than12 years old) or going through menopause at a later age (older than 55 years old) can increase your risk for breast cancer. Also, using postmenopausal hormonal therapy increases your risk for breast cancer. Women who have had precancerous breast changes including atypical hyperplasia or lobular carcinoma in situ, as well as a personal history of a prior breast cancer are at an increased risk of developing breast cancer in the future. Factors that have Not been proven, by research, to increase breast cancer risk: Many things have attracted media attention and generated urban myths that are simply not proven by research as risk factors for breast cancer. For example, hair dyes, use of deodorant/antiperspirant and underwire bras do not increase the risk for breast cancer. Also, having breast implants has not been proven to increase your risk for breast cancer. Research studies focused on electromagnetic fields and environmental pollutants have consistently shown no link to breast cancer. However, because so much concern continues to exist about the relationship of the environment on breast cancer, Susan G Komen for the Cure has commissioned the Institute of Medicine (IOM) to conduct a comprehensive review of breast cancer research on the environment. regardless of your risk factors, the best way to detect breast cancer at its earliest most curable stage is to get regular annual screening mammography, starting at age 40. If you find that you have risk factors as discussed above, talk to your physician or call about a high risk screening or prevention program to help reduce your risk of breast cancer. For more comprehensive information about breast cancer risk and prevention, visit Susan G. Komen for the Cure at www.komen.org. Research Medical Center, as part of the HCA Midwest Health System, is a proud sponsor of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Pink Promise Brunch.
faMily hiStory
Although many women believe family history to be the most important risk factor, less than 10% of breast cancers are linked to a hereditary cause. However, for those that do have a family history, your risk for breast cancer is particularly increased if you have had more than one immediate family member (parent, sibling, child), a male family member, or a family member diagnosed before the age of 50 with breast cancer.
lifeStyle
Your lifestyle affects the way that your breast tissue is exposed to hormones, such as estrogen, over your lifetime. Higher exposures to some hormones increase the risk of breast cancer. For example, delaying childbirth or not having children increases your risk for breast cancer. In addition, easily modified lifestyle risk factors for developing breast cancer include alcohol intake, inactive lifestyle, and obesity.
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O c tO b e r i s Nat i O Na l b r e a s t c a N c e r awa r e N e s s M O N t h
The Breast Center at Research Medical Center offers complete breast care from a multidisciplinary team of specialists working together to provide the best treatment options for our patients. Academic-caliber case conferences are conducted by a collaborative team of physicians and breast care specialists to give patient cases their undivided attention and expertise. Our breast care navigator helps make the process convenient with personalized attention and quick access to care. For information about our Breast Center, call our breast care navigator at 816-276-9735. The Breast Center at Research Medical Center offers: Biopsy Digital mammograms (screening and diagnostic) Extended hours and Saturday appointments Breast care navigator Online scheduling Ultrasound (full-service) Walk-In screening mammograms - no appointment necessary on the Research Brookside Campus
Heres whats happening at The Breast Center at Research Medical Center:
Wear pink to help raise awareness in the fight against breast cancer. Join us in the cafeteria during lunch to learn about Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Wear Jeans Day Oct. 5 and Oct. 26 All non-patient care staff can pay $5/day and wear jeans on these two Fridays in October. All funds raised will benefit the Research Medical Centers Making Strdes Against Breast Cancer walk team. Research Medical Center (main campus) Extended hours and Saturday appointments will be offered for screening mammograms. Monday-Friday 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday Oct. 6, 13 and 20 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Research Brookside Campus Walk-in screening mammograms are welcome, except on Saturdays, which is by appointment only. Monday-Friday 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturdays 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. A free gift will be given to each person who receives a screening mammogram during the month of October. To schedule a screening mammogram, call 816-276-4088. All regular fees apply for mammogram screenings. Research Medical Center supports the American Cancer Societys Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Saturday, Oct. 27.
flu clinics
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Please note that everyone must use the electronic format and bring the completed form to the clinic. For those who cannot make the clinic dates/times, HCAs Wellcare Medical Plan covers flu shots under the preventive and wellness benefit. It must be administered by a network provider, and there may be a charge for an office visit that would be the employees responsibility. However, the flu shot itself is covered at 100 percent. Going to CVS or Walgreens is not considered in-network and the employee would be responsible for 100 percent of the cost of the flu shot. Flu shots will only be administered at the following clinics:
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6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. (3 East)
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6:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. (3 East)
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7 a.m. 12 p.m. (3 East) For those who receive their vaccination elsewhere, stickers will be provided ONLY at the influenza vaccination clinics and within the Employee Health department during the following times: Mondays 7:15 - 8:30 a.m. Wednesdays 2-3 p.m. Thursdays 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. (3 East)
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7:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. (Research Brookside Campus)
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6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. (3 East)
The flu can spread very quickly Seasonal flu is generally passed from person to person through touching, sneezing, coughing, etc. Flu season starts in the fall and can run through the end of spring, peaking during January and February. People who have the flu can be contagious even before the first symptom shows up, potentially exposing others to the disease. Vaccination protects you and others Each year a seasonal flu vaccine becomes available that includes protection against the three strains of flu that researchers and experts believe will be the most common during the flu season. The vaccine produces antibodies that develop about two weeks after vaccination which protect us from infection. For the most effective prevention, we recommend that you get your vaccination early in the flu season to give the antibodies a chance to start protecting you before flu season gets well under way. There are two types of vaccines, the flu shot, and the nasal spray flu vaccine. Both vaccines are considered very safe, with most people experiencing no serious problems from them. Because there are a few cases where people should not receive the shot, and the
nasal vaccine has additional limitations on age and some caveats for those with compromised immune systems, it is important to ensure your physician knows your health history, allergies, past reactions to vaccines, etc. Who should be vaccinated In general, the guidelines recommend vaccination for all persons six months and older. It is especially important for certain people and those around them to be protected from the flu: People with chronic medical conditions such as asthma or chronic lung disease, or lowered immune systems Pregnant women Those older than 65 Children six months to four years Keep yourself and others healthy From my perspective, the benefits of flu vaccination far outweigh any drawbacks. A flu vaccine can help keep you well and prevent you from spreading a potentially serious disease. In short, it is one of the best steps you can take to keep yourself and your family healthy.
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News Briefs
StePhaNie graFF, md, diSCuSSeS womeNS health oN aha radio Program
Stephanie Graff, MD, medical oncologist and breast cancer specialist at Research Medical Center, along with Leslie Porch, RN, CNM, nurse midwife at Lees Summit Medical Center, recorded an AHA radio program on womens health issues. The program will air Oct. 13. AHA is Americas Healthcare Advocate Show and airs on multiple stations, including 980AM KMBZ and 98.1FM. Missouri Hospital Association on Venous Thrombotic Embolus and what Research Medical Center is doing to prevent and treat the disorder. VTE or sometimes known as DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is the formation of a blood clot in one of the deep veins within the body, such as in the leg or pelvis. The participants at the state meeting have hands-on experience in implementing programs that improve care. And, the presenters offer more than just a story peer-to-peer learning and coaching sessions are included to translate programs that work into systems that attendees can replicate in their own hospitals. On August 17 lab director Jack Jensen joined Dr. Waxman and Teresa Wiseman at the National Hospital Research Education and Training meeting in Chicago to present this information to organizations from across the United States.
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Events
oCtober 5: wear Pink day @ Research Medical Center cafeteria (during lunch). oCtober 5: light the Night walk @ cleveland chiropractic, 10850 lowell, 6 p.m. oCtober 20: family caregiver Conference @ Research Brookside Campus, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., Call (816) 444-1121. oCtober 24: Goppert-trinity family care fundraiser for Kansas City Medicine Cabinet @ Research Brookside Campus (Home Base), 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. oCtober 25: Volker Awards Banquet @ Sheraton Kansas City (formerly Hyatt Regency), 7 p.m. oCtober 27: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer @ liberty Memorial, 9 a.m. November 2: AHA Bi-State Stroke Symposium @ Overland Park Convention Center. November 3: 14th Candlelight Ball @ Overland Park Sheraton Hotel. Call 276-4218 for details.
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tuition Reimbursement
If you are interested in participating in the tuition reimbursement program, here is some important information that you should keep in mind: Application for tuition reimbursement must be received in Human Resources, signed by your director, prior to the start date of the course from an accredited college or university. Once the course is completed, you must submit a grade card for the course and proof of payment for the tuition. If the grade card and paid receipt are not received within 45 days of completion of the course, reimbursement will be denied. Reimbursement will be added to your payroll and may be subject to taxation as income under the guidelines set forth by the internal revenue service. Funds will count toward the annual allowance of the year in which the funds are disbursed, not the year in which the course was completed.
If you have any questions or would like to apply for tuition reimbursement, contact Cheri Hampton in Human Resources at cheri.hampton@hcamidwest.com or (816) 276-4669. Forms may be obtained from the lobby of Human Resources, outside of Nursing Operations, or on the intranet.
If you have any questions, please contact Cheri Hampton in Human Resources at cheri.hampton@hcamidwest.com or 816276-4669.
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sChedule Of events
Tuesday, OcT. 23 12-2 p.m. Cafeteria (light refreshments provided) Distirbute Quality by Design newsletter Mayoral proclamation to be read at 12 p.m. Poster session review and gather nomination forms Raffle drawing; prizes include gift certificates, food and gift baskets Wednesday, OcT. 24 12-2 p.m. Cafeteria Displays in cafeteria - nominate posters for an award Recognition of the Most Outstanding Quality Driven Department Answer Joint Commission table top questions and enter your name for a chance to win gift certificates, food and gift baskets Review of table top cards in patient rooms thursday, OCt. 25 12-2 p.m. Cafeteria Patient Safety video session Awards presented to the top three storyboards Quality and patient safety items available Pick-up our new Joint Commission booklet! sunday, OcT. 28 12 -2p.m. and 10 p.m.-12 a.m. Cafeteria Patient Safety video session Displays, quality and patient safety items available Answer table top ten questions and enter your name for a a chance to win gift certificates, food and gift baskets MOnday, OcT. 29 2-4 p.m. Cafeteria Recognition of the top Physicians who meet Quality Driven Performance Patient Safety video session Poster review sessions Quality and patient safety items available Tuesday, OcT. 30 12-2 p.m. hOme Base (light refreshments provided) researCh BrOOkside Campus Distirbute Quality by Design newsletter Mayoral proclamation to be read at 12 p.m. Poster session review and gather nomination forms Raffle drawing; prizes include gift certificates, food and gift baskets Wednesday, OcT. 31 12-2 p.m. hOme Base (light refreshments provided) researCh BrOOkside Campus Patient Safety video session Quality and patient safety items available Pick-up our new Joint Commission booklet! Note: Did you get to attend most of the sessions this week? Drop your name in the grand prize box for a chance to win!
For more information, contact: Deborah Flores, RN, Ed.D, MBA, CPHQ V.P., Performance Improvement 816-276-3119 Deborah.Flores2@hcamidwest.com
Oct. 23-31
Note: Flu shots will be provided. Stay tuned for more details! Do you have an advanced directive? Make sure everyone knows your wishes. Staff will be available to assist you in completing this document.