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2014 HEALTH RESOURCES, Iron County Reporter, Page 2

The Iron County Reporter is proud to present ourHealth Resources Guide to our readers and the community.This is one special issue youll want to keep nearby for manymonths, as it is chock-full of medical resource information,

health service options, topics for healthy living and adirectory of medical services in our local area.

Youll be able to keep on hand a comprehensive listing ofspecialists and health care providers, support groups and

medical access programs for all ages. Be sure to support our local health care providers whenever

possiblemaking a difference in our community by offeringprofessional services close to home.

Health ResourcesDirectoryCrystal Falls Health Mart (Pg 4)

1340 U.S. 2 Crystal Falls, MI 49920

906.875.3601

Dickinson County Healthcare System (Pg 8)

1721 S. Stephenson Ave., Iron Mountain, MI 49801

906.774.1313 www. dchs.org

Dickinson Iron District Health Department (Pg 9)

818 Pyle Dr., Kingsford, MI 49802 906.774.1868

601 Washington Ave., Iron River, MI 49935

906.265.9913

Essential Kneads Massage Therapy (Pg 10)173 Erickson Dr., Iron River, MI 49935

906.265.5310

First Financial Insurance Agency of Iron River (Pg 10)

426 West Genesee St., Iron River, MI 49935

906.265.6457

Georgias Resale Boutique (Pg 4)

400 Superior Ave. - Suite A, Crystal Falls, MI 49920

920.969.9779

Jacobs Funeral Home (Pg 10)

405 Cayuga St. Iron River, MI 49935

906.265.5129

Northpointe Behaviorial Healthcare Systems (Pg 13)

715 Pyle Dr. Kingsford, MI 49802 906.774.0522

703 2nd Ave. Iron River, MI 49935 906.265.5126

401 10th Ave. Menominee, MI 1.800.750.0522

NorthSTAR Health System (Pg 6-7)

1400 W. Ice Lake Rd., Iron River, MI 49935

906.265.0477 855.NHS.HEALTH

www. northstarhs.org

Potrykus Family Dentistry (Pg 10)

213 N. Railroad Street, Eagle River, WI 54521

715.479.4686 www.potrykusfamilydentistry.com

Phelps Care WI, LLC (Pg 10)

4288 S. Maple Dr., Phelps, WI 54554 715.545.3144

Tri-County Communication Services (Pg 4)

U.S. 2, Florence, WI 54121

715.528.4350 888.528.4350

www. tricountyaudiology.com

Wild Rivers Realty & Associates (Pg 4)

Iron River, MI 906.265.7325 Crystal Falls, MI

906.875.0100 www.wildriversrealty.com

Fortune Lake was an idealbackdrop for outdoor yogaand kayaking instruction pro-vided during the Total Wom-

an in the Outdoors programon June 17, sponsored byNorthStar Health System andBewabic State Park in CrystalFalls. Women had the oppor-tunity to learn about campfirecooking, gardening, outdoorfirst aid, self-defense, fitnessand yoga in a northwoodssetting.

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Dambeck offers acupuncture, hypnotherapy as natural health care optionsIRON RIVERAcupuncture has beenaround for a couple thousand yearsand most of us have at least heard ofit, if not seen pictures of someone withseveral small needles sticking out of

various parts of their body like a por-cupine. Looks kind of painful. But the an-cient Chinese practice of inserting thinneedles into points on the body is ac-tually a means of treating pain, bothphysical and emotional. Iron River resident Alicia SmithDambeck is a board-certified, licensedacupuncturist and certified hypno-therapist who offers a range of naturaloptions to health care, including nutri-

tional therapy and supplements. Dam-beck practices with Dr. Charles Newbyat the Alternative Healing Center at 415River Avenue and also has an office inMarquette. She also does phone con-sultations. Dambeck has a bachelors degree innatural health sciences and a mastersdegree in acupuncture from BastyrUniversity, a natural medical schoolin Seattle. Dambeck treats a variety ofhealth concerns with special interest inpediatrics and womens health. How-ever, she treats all ages and both sexes. Dambeck moved back to the U.P.from the Pacific Northwest about ayear ago and has been practicing inIron River since February. This is a calling for me, said Dam-beck, who hails from Appleton, butnow lives at Brule Village with herhusband, Rudolph Dambeck. I am agentle practitioner. I welcome all clientsthat desire more balance in their life. Balance is a key concept within tradi-tional Chinese medicine, of which acu-puncture is a part. Basically, traditionalChinese medicine teaches that acu-puncture is a technique for balancingthe flow of energy or life force (knownas chi or qi, pronounced CHEE). This

energy flows through pathways, ormeridians, in the body. Acupuncturists believe that illnessoccurs when something blocks or un-balances chi. By inserting needles intospecific points along these meridians,acupuncture practitioners believe thatthe energy flow will return to balance. Its a philosophy different fromwhat Westerners are generally exposedto from an early age.

As an acupuncturist, I view healthas a dynamic, ever-changing processbetween body, mind, spirit and envi-ronment, Dambeck said. Im puttingneedles into you and directing yourcurrent of energy back to the right cir-cuit. Dambeck stresses that her approachis very gentle, especially given her spe-cialty is pediatrics.

If you are needle-shy or just needto feel supported and comfortable, I am

your practitioner. Dambeck said she has long beendrawn to medicine and became a be-liever in natural medicine because ithas helped her in her own life. Not thatshe was immediately a believer in thesenatural methods, however. If you would have told me fiveyears ago that I would be an acupunc-

turist, I would have laughed at you. Iwould have said, No, Im going to be apediatrician. But after getting acupuncture treat-ments herself (she now gives herselftreatments), 3 years of study at Bastyrand seeing numerous success stories,Dambeck has changed her focus.

While acupuncture has long beenconnected to treating adult physicalpain, Dambeck said its benefits extend

to digestion, emotional issues and evento childrens health concerns. As a means of working with chil-dren, Dambeck has become a prac-titioner of shonishin, a specializedtechnique developed in Japan that isbased on acupuncture theory withoutneedles. It involves the use of custom-made tools to brush, tap and stroke ontop of the skin to stimulate certain en-ergy pathways. Dambeck has used acupuncture

with childrens issues like colic andeven autism. With colic, for example,Dambeck said she can use flower es-sences, a type of energetic medicinethat teaches that flowers have certainessences in them that help align thebody naturally. An example would be a lavenderflower essence that Dambeck said is

helpful for anxiety. Its a liquid that istaken internally from a dropper. Children are very sensitive, and alittle bit goes a long way. With autism, Dambeck said she has

found that autistic children like tuningforks, and she can also use shonishintechniques. Ive treated autistic kids and seendramatic results within just one ses-sion. They make more eye contact, andparents tell me theyre less stressed. Dambeck also treats emotional is-sues in adults like anxiety and depres-sion with both acupuncture and hyp-notherapy. She stresses that in hypno-therapy she is in no way interpreting

what the patient is saying as he or shebecomes relaxed and begins talkingabout the emotional issue. Rather, she helps connect the patientwith the subconscious mind. Basically, in hypnosis I make youreally relaxed with my voice and thenwe sort of go through some things thatare really important to you. The sub-conscious mind is very creative and hasa lot to show you. With these techniques, Dambeck

aims to treat people in a holistic man-ner, rather than targeting a specificsymptom.

The theory behind her approach isthat the chi inside us gets stuck from arange of issues like disease, stress, ac-cidents, trauma and scar tissue. Thesestagnate the meridians and cause pain. The number of sessions to treat thesedifficulties varies, Dambeck said. It totally depends. Ive had peopleget off my table with no pain. It just de-

pends on what it is, truly. She also offers community acu-puncture, where a group of people aretreated at the same time. This can be amore affordable option for some. I always put the heart before themedicine, and its hard to see peoplewho need care but cant afford it. So Iam very flexible, and the communityacupuncture is really a great substituteand it does work. Dambeck is also set to begin work-

ing in natural childbirth techniques inthe fall and will continue to travel andtreat those who can benefit from her ex-pertise. I feel the U.P. needs more naturalmedicine, and thats what I love, to bringthe medicine and keep growing. For an appointment, call Dambeckat 906-236-0032.

Alicia Smith Dambeck is a board-certified, licensed acupuncturist and certified hypno-therapist who offers a range of natural options to health care, including nutritional ther-

apy and supplements.

Dickinson-Iron-Menominee Mental Health24 Hour Crisis Number:

1-800-750-0522Dickinson County: 906-774-0522

715 Pyle Dr. Kingsford, MI 49802

Iron County: 906-265-5126703 2nd Ave. Iron River, MI 49935

Menominee County: 906-863-7841401 10th Ave. Menominee, MI 49858

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New memory care unit opens at ICMCFCRYSTAL FALLSAs the populationof Iron County, the state of Michiganand the country as a whole ages, thedemand for medical care for the elderly

population expands. One of the most vital aspects ofmedical attention for elderly patientscenters around dementia care. To helpmeet that need locally, the Iron CountyMedical Care Facility recently openedits new memory care unit, the WillowLiving Center. Administrator Chester Pintarellisaid the need for an expansion of thepreviously named Chickadee Lane hadbecome clear.

Willow Living Center will expandthe number of beds designated fordementia residents from 24 to 44 whenthe new unit is completely up andrunning. Some residents began movinginto the new unit on March 13, andthe relocation was completed in earlyMay. The project began in the fall of2012 after about a four-year process ofdiscussion, study and planning.

Some of those needs centered

around designing a living space thathelp memory-care patients feel lessagitated and more at home. So WillowLiving Center has a soothing feel to it,complete with color schemes of green,brown, gray and burgundy that dontcause overstimulation. The center also has a hardwood-floor path around the unit that helpsresidents feel safe and keeps them frombecoming lost. Also, because of thewander risk of dementia residents, the

unit is secured. The path goes around in a circle, sothey dont get to an exit and try to getout, explained Kim Mastie, director of

nursing. Lots of them try to find exitsbecause they think they need to go towork or go home or take care of kids.Theyre trying tofind a way home.

The exercise also decreases agitationand helps the residents walk off excessenergy.

Willow Living Center is comprisedof semi-private rooms, large living anddining areas, large-screen TVs that canshow relaxing videos and fireplaces. Numerous large windows throwlight throughout the unit, which hasnurses stations at each end and adietary services and kitchen area in themiddle.

To design the space, ICMCF workedwith the National Council of CertifiedDementia Practitioners of New Jersey.The council also provided training indementia care to the staff. The ribbon cutting ceremony for therenovation was June 22. Tours weregiven of the Skyway Short-Term RehabLiving Center and Willow MemoryCare Unit.

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NorthStar becomes 4th U.P. Aspirus partnerIRON RIVERMore changes in thelocal health scene seem certain in lightof the news that NorthStar Health

System, based in Iron River, will be-come the fourth hospital partner ofAspirus Health System in the UpperPeninsula. The affiliation agreement takes ef-fect on July 1. NorthStars intent to join Aspi-rus was first announced on Dec. 17,2013, in a letter to NorthStar em-ployees. On June 16, both sides an-nounced that NorthStar will becomea wholly-owned subsidiary of Aspirus

effective July 1. Aspirus, which is based in Wausau,Wis., has offered to retain all currentNorthStar staff members. NorthStar will become Aspirusfourth hospital partner in the UpperPeninsula. Aspirus Ontonagon Hos-pital was the first in November 2007;Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital in Lau-rium joined in July 2008; and Aspi-rus Grand View Hospital in Ironwoodjoined in October 2010.

No announcement was made con-cerning a possible name change forthe Iron River-based facilities. NorthStar Health System includesa 25-bed critical access hospital, clin-ics in Iron River and Crystal Falls andaward-winning home health and hos-pice services. It employs more than

300 professionals from the communi-ty and includes more than 80 creden-tialed physicians and mid-level provid-ers across a wide range of health carespecialties.

Aspirus is a non-profit, communi-ty-directed health system with morethan 6,000 employees.

It serves people in 14 Wiscon-sin counties and the western U.P.through a series of affiliated hospitals,home health and hospice care, criticalcare and helicopter transport service,

skilled nursing homes, an affiliatedphysician network and an extensivenetwork of clinics. The affiliation with Aspirus, saidMark Tousignant, chairman of the

NorthStar Hospital Board, is an ex-tremely important event for NorthStarand the community. It will help sustain the mission ofNorthStar Health System and alsoprovide the support for meeting thefuture health care needs of the com-munity.

Connie Koutouzos, president andchief executive officer of NorthStar,said its goal has always been to con-tinue providing high quality healthcare to the community.

We are excited, she said, tobe part of a system that focuses onproviding excellent, compassionatecare and look forward to exploringnew ways to expand and improve ourservices with the support of a thrivingsystem. Matthew Heywood, president andCEO of Aspirus, said NorthStar willbe a tremendous addition to the As-pirus family. This will increase our ability to

serve communities in the western Up-per Peninsula by collaborating andsharing resources with our other re-gional partners. Chuck Nelson, Aspirus U.P. re-gional CEO, said he is looking forwardto the addition. We welcome the op-portunity to work with the NorthStarteam to coordinate care across ourregion. The affiliation, said Aspirus, will al-low NorthStar to access new resourc-

es, share best practices and realizebusiness efficiencies.That collaboration, Aspirus

statement continued, will be vitalin the systems efforts to constantlyimprove quality and efficiency andto thrive in an industry that presentschallenging financial, workforce andregulatory issues.

Connie Koutouzos, president and chief executive officer of NorthStar, spoke at a press conference on Monday, June 16 whenthe affiliation between NorthStar Health System and Aspirus became official.

IRON RIVERNHS Home Health

Care & Hospice was named anhonors recipient in the 2013 HomeHealth Consumer Assessment ofHealthcare Providers and Systems(HHCAHPS). This annual review recognizedthe top 20 percent of agencies thatcontinuously provide the highestlevel of satisfaction through theircare, as measured from the patientspoint of view.

The HHCAHPS honors acknowl-edge the highest performing agen-cies ranked by an analysis of satis-faction measures covering both per-formance and improvement of care. All services are provided sevendays per week by arrangement. Formore information, call 265-6118.

NHS Home Health Care & Hospice was named an honors recipient in the HH-CAHPS program. Front row, from left: Mary Lou Alexa, Rhonda Seguin andRenee Westphal. Back row: Nancy Ponozzo, Faye Atanasoff, Jeanelle Maki,Georgi Tomasoski and Michele Quayle. (submitted photo)

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Asthma/Allergy

Behavioral/Psychiatric & Mental Health

Cardiac Echocardiogram

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Cardiac Stress Testing

Cardiology

Celiac/Gluten-Free CareChemotherapy/Oncology

Computed Tomography(64 Slice)

Coumadin Clinic

Diabetes Education

Diagnostic Imaging

DOT Physicals

Ear-Nose-Throat

24/7 Emergency Room

EMS/Ambulance Service

Express (Urgent) Care Clinic

Family Medicine

General Surgery

Hemodialysis

Home CareHospice

Infusion Therapies

Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Inpatient Care

Internal Medicine

Joint Replacement

Laboratory

Magnetic ResonanceImaging (MRI/MRA)

Mammography/Digital

Memory & Dementia

NephrologyNuclear Medicine

Nutrition Counseling

Occupational Therapy

Oncology

Orthopedics

Outpatient Services

Patient Support Groups

Pediatrics

Physical TherapyPrimary Care

Radiology

Rehabilitation Services

Respiratory CareRespite Care

Senior Services

Smoking Cessation

Social Services

Speech Therapy

Sports Medicine

TeleHealth/TeleMedicine

Urology

Women's Health

Wound Care

Services

NORTHSTARHealth System is a community-owned, not-for-prot organization responsible for the physical andemotional health of people living in south central Upper Peninsula of Michigan and Northern Wisconsin. Directly,and in general partnership with communities, employers, schools, and government officials, as well as selectpartnerships with other health care providers, we guide individuals and families in their lifelong journey towardoptimal health. We are committed to providing high quality, reliable, cost-effective, total health solutions withrespect and compassion. Our innovative efforts will positively impact health care delivery in our service area.

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Medical StaffNORTHSTAR Health SystemsLocations

Contacts

Administration 906-265-0402

Facility Maintenance 906-265-0420

Human Resources 906-265-0434

Marketing/Public Relations 906-308-0232

Materials Management 906-265-0454

Patient Advocate 906-265-0474

Patient Financial Services 906-265-0493

Physician Referral Service 906-265-0477

Volunteer Service s 906-265-0402

NORTHSTAR Hospital1400 W. Ice Lake RoadIron River, MI 49935855-NHS-HEALTH

NORTHSTAR BehavioralHealth927 Riverside PlazaIron River, MI 49935(906) 265-3936

NORTHSTAR SurgicalAssociates1500 W. Ice Lake RoadIron River, MI 49935(906) 265-9001

NORTHSTAR RiversidePlaza927 Riverside PlazaIron River, MI 49935(906) 265-2165

NORTHSTAR Ice Lake1300 W. Ice Lake RoadIron River, MI 49935(906) 265-9189

NORTHSTAR Crystal Falls1328 U.S. Hwy 2Crystal Falls, MI 49920Medical Clinic: (906) 875-4486Dialysis: (906) 875-4739

Rehab Services: (906) 875-4749

NORTHSTAR Genesee229 W. Genesee StreetIron River, MI 49935Medical Clinic: (906) 265-5423Rehab Services: (906) 265-9123

NORTHSTAR Bates3257 U.S. Hwy 2Iron River, MI 49935Diabetes Education:

(906) 265-2153Home Care & Hospice:(906) 265-6118

(906) 265-6121 | www.northstarhs.org

Anesthesiology

Robert Koski, D.O.NORTHSTARHospital

Ray Meyers, CRNANORTHSTARHospital

Behavioral Health/Psychiatry

Steven Miljour, D.O.NORTHSTARRiverside(906) 265-2165

Tracey Nelson, FNP-PMHNP-BCNORTHSTARRiverside(906) 265-2165

Ear-Nose-Throat (ENT)

Ray H. Cameron, M.D., PhDNORTHSTARCrystal Falls(906) 875-4486

James E. Harrison, M.D.NORTHSTARCrystal Falls(906) 875-4486

Emergency Medicine

Scott Hagle, M.D.NORTHSTARHospital(906) 265-6121

Family Medicine

Marites Ansay, M.D.NORTHSTARRiverside Plaza

(906) 265-2165

Bruce Benkley, PA-CNORTHSTARCrystal Falls(906) 875-4486

Nicole Bice-Anderson, PA-CNORTHSTARHospital(906) 265-6121

Terry Sue Hayrynen, D.O.NORTHSTARIce Lake(906) 265-9189

Sharisse Holinej, M.D.NORTHSTARCrystal Falls(906) 875-4486

Terrance Kearney, D.O.NORTHSTARAssociate(906) 265-5378

Tracey Nelson, FNP-PMHNP-BCNORTHSTARRiverside(906) 265-2165

Andrew Oberlin, PA-CNORTHSTARIce Lake(906) 265-9189

David Puskala, PA-CNORTHSTAR Associate(906) 265-9908

Donald Smith, D.O.NORTHSTARAssociate(906) 875-6681

Michael Yard, D.O.

NORTHSTARAssociate(906) 265-5378

General Surgery

David Cecconi, M.D.NORTHSTARSurgical Associates(906) 265-9001

Richard Cecconi, M.D.NORTHSTARSurgical Associates(906) 265-9001

Joseph Donohue, M.D.

NORTHSTARSurgical Associates(906) 265-9001

Medhat Fanous, M.D.NORTHSTARSurgical Associates(906) 265-9001

Nasseem F. Rizkalla, M.D.NORTHSTARSurgical Associates(906) 265-9001

Steven Terrian, M.D.NORTHSTARSurgical Associates

(906) 265-9001

Internal Medicine

Nagaraju Choragudi, M.D.NORTHSTARAssociate(906) 265-6121

Robert Han, M.D.NORTHSTAR Associate(906) 265-9908

Katalin Szloboda, M.D.NORTHSTARCrystal Falls(906) 875-4486

NephrologyJohn Whitney, M.D.NORTHSTAR Crystal Falls(906) 875-4486

Oncology

Gustavo Morel, M.D.NORTHSTARHospital(906) 265-0433

Michelle Morel, PA-CNORTHSTARHospital(906) 265-0433

Orthopedics

Steve Cline, M.D.NORTHSTARGenesee(906) 265-5423

Pathology

John Weiss, M.D.NORTHSTARHospital

Pediatrics

Marites Ansay, M.D.NORTHSTARRiverside Plaza(906) 265-2165

Tiffany Darling, M.D.NORTHSTARCrystal Falls(906) 774-1205

Radiology

John Maesaka, M.D.NORTHSTARHospital(906) 265-0463

Urology

Kevin Scott, M.D.NORTHSTARCrystal Falls(906) 875-4486

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Ways to be a fit familyIRON COUNTYObesity is a globalepidemic affecting people of all ages.According to the Centers for DiseaseControl and Prevention, more than

one-third of Americans are consideredobese, while Statistics Canada notesabout 25 percent of Canadians areobese. Being overweight or obese hasbeen linked to cardiovascular disease,diabetes and some forms of cancer, andchildren who are overweight are likelyto be overweight or obese adults. While eating a diet that is low infat and high in whole-grain fiber,vegetables and lean proteins isimportant, exercise remains one of the

key factors in maintaining a healthyweight. However, many adults and childrensimply do not get enough exerciseduring the day. An active lifestyle isoften hampered by the prevalence ofdigital devices or sedentary jobs thatencourage more screen time thanfitnesstime. But there are ways for the entirefamily to get fit. Exercising together isnot just a great way for families to gethealthy, but also a great opportunity to

spend time together. The following are

a handful of ways families can worktogether to incorporate more exerciseinto their daily lives. - Tackle chores. Yes, tasks around

the house can count as exercise.Working together not only gets youmoving but also cuts down on the timeit takes to tackle tasks around the house.Mowing the lawn, vacuuming therugs, sweeping the floor -- all of theseactivities can get the heart pumping.Make it fun by setting chores to musicor competing against one another tosee who gets their task done first or thebest. - Compete in the pool. Swimming

is a low-impact activity that worksmany muscles in the body. Taking adip in the pool can be both relaxing andbeneficial to your health. Compete withfamily members to make the most ofthe time spent in the water. Host relayswimming races, see how long eachmember of the family can tread wateror create any other competitions thatkeep everyone in the pool moving. - Create an outdoor obstacle course.Set up a series of obstacles in your yard

and host your own triathlon. You canjump through tires, climb throughtubes and scale trees. Make it fun byhaving adults try to ride tricycles orpair up an adult with a child for sackraces. The opportunities for fun areonly hampered by your imagination. - Go for family bicycle rides.Traverse your neighborhood or blazenew trails by riding bikes together.Young children can be strapped intotrailers that are pulled behind the bike

or ride in seats attached to the bikeitself. This gives everyone a chance toenjoy the great outdoors and hone theircycling skills. - Go hiking. Hiking is anotherfun family activity that also happensto make for great exercise. Choose atrail that may not be level and pusheveryones endurance to the test. - Stroll the beach. Walking orrunning on sand offers more resistancethan walking on pavement. Take a

stroll at the lakeside. Break up the walkby collecting stones or stopping by thewater to observe marine wildlife. - Hit the dance floor. If youve beeninvited to a wedding or a Sweet 16party, cut a rug and take advantage ofthe DJ and dance floor. When enjoyingyourselves, you probably wont evenrealize how much youre exercising.

Did you know? According to the National SleepFoundation, a short nap of 20 to 30minutes can improve alertness andperformance without creating feelingsof grogginess or interfering withnighttime sleep. A NASA study that

examined sleepy pilots and astronautsfound that those who napped for 40minutes improved their performanceby 34 percent.

According to the American HeartAssociation, relaxation that calmstension in the mind and body can bea great way for men and women tocombat stress. Deep breathing is onerelaxation technique thats simple andeffective when done the right way.

People with diabetes know theymust monitor their blood sugar levelson a daily basis. Its vital to maintaina healthy level of blood sugar. Doingso often means making smart dietarychoices. Those who have diabetesshould be careful when choosingsweeteners and foods that may causerapid changes in their blood sugar.


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Dickinson-Iron District Health Departmentwww.didhd.org

Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program (BCCCP)

Michigan resident, age 40-64 and

who meets generous income

guidelines, un-insured or under-

insured (call for details)

Medicaid application assistance for

treatment, if cancer is diagnosed

Immunizations

Low cost immunizations for children,

adolescents and adults

Private insurance, Michigan Medicaid and Medicare Part B and D accepted

Family Planning and

Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Program

Exam and contraceptive supplies

STI testing and treatment

Fees based on sliding fee scale

Private insurance and Michigan Medicaid accepted

Other Services

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program

Senior Screening Program

Maternal Infant Health Program (MIHP)

Communicable Disease Investigation

Preschool and School Vision and Hearing Screenings

Childrens Special Healthcare Services

Environmental Health Services

Provider for Michigan Medicaid, Medicare Part B and D, and most insurance companies

Forinformation or an appointment call:

Dickinson County

818 Pyle Dr., Kingsford MI 49802

P: (906) 774-1868 Fax: (906) 774-9910

Iron County

601 Washington Ave., Iron River MI 49935

P: (906) 265-9913 Fax: (906) 265-2950

Health Department offers many services to the communityIRON COUNTYCommunity Healthservices provided by the Dickinson-Iron District Health Department in-clude Women, Infants and Children(WIC); hearing and vision testing; Chil-

drens Special Health Care Services(CSHCS),;Maternal and Infant SupportServices (MSS/ISS); MIChild, which isa health insurance program for unin-sured children in Michigans workingfamilies; influenza immunizations; im-munizations clinics; family planningprograms; breast and cervical cancercontrol programs; as well as others.

Childrens Special Health CareServices (CSHCS)is a program withinthe Michigan Department of Commu-nity Health. It is for children and someadults with special health care needs

and their families. CSHCS helps persons with chronichealth problems by providing: - Coverage and referral for specialtyservices based on the persons healthproblems. - Family-centered services to supportyou in your role as primary caretakerof your child.

- Community based services to helpyou care for your child at home andmaintain normal routines. - Culturally competent services thatdemonstrate awareness of cultural dif-ferences. - Coordinated services to pull to-gether the services of many differentproviders who work within differentagencies. Early On is a statewide, comprehen-sive, coordinated interagency systemof early intervention services for infantsand toddlers birth to age three yearswith disabilities and their families. InMichigan, Early On is coordinated bythe Michigan Department of Educationand provides services under Part C ofthe Individuals with Disabilities Edu-cation Act (IDEA). Every local health department has aprofessional in place that is designatedas its liaison to help families access Ear-ly On services. Any family concernedabout the development or health oftheir child can access the system bycontacting a local agency or by calling1-800-EARLY ON. Available services include assistivetechnology device; audiology; familytraining, counseling, and home visits;health services; medical services; nurs-ing services; nutrition services; occu-pational therapy; physical therapy;psychological services; service coordi-nation services; social work services;special instruction; speech-languagepathology; transportation and relatedcosts; and vision services. Early On is a family-focused pro-cess with emphasis on family strengthsand abilities, which requires the devel-

opment of an individualized familyservice plan specific to each enrolledfamily, based on the findings of a mul-tidisciplinary evaluation of the childand family. Maternal-Infant Health Program(MIHP)is a program for all Michiganwomen who are pregnant and infantswho have Michigan Medicaid healthinsurance. MIHP provides support topromote healthy pregnancies, goodbirth outcomes, and healthy infants. MIHP provides specialized preven-tative services to pregnant women andtheir infants who are eligible for Michi-gan Medicaid. The Senior Screening program isfunded through the UPCAP ServicesInc., U.P. Area Agency on Aging. Promoting healthy lifestyles ofolder people is vital in helping themto maintain health and functional in-dependence and lead healthy and in-dependent lives. The science of agingindicates that chronic disease and dis-ability are not inevitable. As a result,health promotion and disease preven-tion activities and programs are an in-creasing priority for older adults. Like exercise, eating right, and do-ing other things to keep healthy, pre-ventive care is up to you. Some tests canhelp find problems or diseases beforeyou start to have symptoms. Treating ahealth problem sooner rather than laterimproves your chances of getting bet-ter - it even can save your life.

These are just a few services offeredat the Dickinson-Iron District HealthDepartment. For more information andeligibility, contact DIDHD at 265-9913or 906-774-1868.

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up. Stretch your hamstrings and calvesas well as your chest, shoulders andback. Hold each stretch for 15 to 30seconds. Track your progress. Although

experts recommend walking at least 30minutes a day, there are no hard andfast rules. Walking 60 minutes/dayand brisk intervals will help you burnmore calories. Fit walking into yourschedule whenever you can. That maymean three 10-minute walks over thecourse of a day. The best schedule isone that keeps you walking and keepsyou fit. Be safe. Avoid traffic accidents.Listening to lively music while you

walk is a great way to energize yourworkout. But if you wear headphones,keep the volume down and watch outfor traffic that you may not hear. Wearlight colors or reflective clothing andcarry a flashlight or glow stick if youwalk when visibility is low. Walking on sidewalks is best, but ifyou have to walk on the street, stick tostreets with lower speed limits. Fasterstreets are riskier because motorists areless likely to see pedestrians and cannot

stop as quickly. Accidents involvingpedestrians have an 85 percent chanceof becoming fatal if the car is moving at40 mph as compared to only 5 percentif the speed is 20 mph. Know your area. Pay attention to

what businesses are open in the areayoull be walking and know the locationof emergency telephones. Walk onwell-traveled streets rather than takingshortcuts in less crowded areas such asalleys or parking lots. If you give themessage that you are calm, self-assuredand have a purposeful gait, youll loweryour chances of becoming a victim. Two heads are better than one.Walking with a partner or in groupsdiscourages crime and may help

alert you to dangers such as speedingmotorists or unleashed dogs. If you experience foot, knee, hipor back pain when walking, stopand check with your doctor to findout the cause. You may need specialexercises or better shoes. If you haveosteoarthritis and experience increasedjoint pain lasting an hour or two afterwalking, consider an alternate activitylike stationery cycling or water exercise.But dont stop exercising.

Pumpkin run becomes community eventThe Pumpkin Run was held last October at the Iron County Chamber of Commerce. Theevent included a 5K run/walk and a 1-mile fun run/walk. The Pumpkin Run was a fundraiserto raise funds for the Dickinson Iron Community Services Agencys (DICSA) Iron CountyWalk for Warmth Program.

Rodeo runners kick up their heelsA total of 99 runners took part in the 2013 Rodeo Run/Walk in Iron River last summer. TheWindsor Recreation Authority sponsored the event. Three races were available: a 2-milewalk/run, a 5K walk/run and a 10K run. For a 2014 registration form, visit www.windsorcen-ter.org.

Big crowds showed up to run and walk for the Run Your Bass Off event in Crystal Falls lastJuly. A big field of runners took part in the 10K Run Your Bass Off race, which started at

Runkle Lake Park as part of the Bass Festival. The Half Bass race drew nearly double therunners. Registration for the 2014 races is available online at www.crystalfallsmi.com.

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Colorful and healthyWest Iron County students, teachers and administrators joined with the local communityto make a chain of more than 700 that walked the Apple Blossom Trail on June 4 for theRainbow Run. The event was designed to encourage a healthy heart by walking and a givingheart by donating to the Iron County Cancer Unit. The event raised $3,000 in donations fromparticipants.

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The Community Thinks Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness

It may have not been Breast Cancer Awareness week, but it is always a goodtime to think pink. NorthStar Health System staff and those involved in therevamping of the Ice Lake Clinic gather around the improved space duringthe Ice Lake dedication ceremony last July. Pictured are, from left, front, LindaGicius, Jill Sundell, Tracey Nelson and Sharon Weber; center, Leanne Phillips,Shari Ponozzo; back, Mike Dobson, Dr. Kim Mahler and Betsy Stegbauer.

Avery Osterlund rode in the Wild WestParade dressed in pink as a Cowlgirlfor a Cure. She was assisted by hermother, Nikki. They are both ToughEnough to Wear Pink.

During breast cancer awareness month, Angeli Foods accepted donations.In 2012, the store raised $1,466.70. A few of Angelis employees gathered fora photo, showing support by wearing pink. Pictured, from left, in front are,

Kelly Jorczak, Carrie Lambert, Sue Gibson and Pat Presti. In the back row,from left, are, Shelly Petrusch, Judy Hemeleski and Cory Saigh.

Each October, The Miners State Bank participates in the nationwide Lee National Denim Day fightagainst breast cancer. Each employee donates $5, the bank matches that donation, and everyonewears their denim along with their favorite breast cancer awareness apparel. The money raisedis then sent to Lee to aid in its fight against breast cancer.

NorthStar Health System hosts Cancer Support Groupmeetings each month. The group was formed to providesupport for those with cancer, along with families,friends and loved ones. The groups emphasis is basedon the desires of the participants. For more information,contact Jackie Wiegand at 265-0433. Shown here, fromleft: Laverne Smith, Gwen Lemke, Michele Chernach,Jackie Wiegand and Betsy Stegbauer. (submittedphoto)

West Iron County and Forest Park girls volleyball teams puton their pink during the Oct. 22 match to show their supportduring Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is anannual campaign to increase awareness of the disease. Whilemost people are aware of breast cancer, many forget to takethe steps to have a plan to detect the disease in its early stages

and encourage others to do the same. Local support is growingand more and more people are Thinking Pink in October. Manylocal donations are given to the Iron County Cancer Unit. It is anon-profit organization whose volunteers manage funds in orderto assist patients and their families with items like prostheses(wig and breast), food supplements, colostomy supplies, cancerrelated medications, transportation, meal and lodging expensesfor out-of-town treatments, blue pads, incontinent supplies andrespite care. The cancer unit can be reached at 906-265-4420.

Golfers Rally for a Cure atthe local fundraising event atthe Iron River Country Club.

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