Articles

The following articles were written by the CHAMPS Parish Nurse as an informational resource for congregations. They can be used as an insert in newsletters or weekly bulletins.

Please Note!
The content of these articles is not intended nor recommended as a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment of a disease or condition. Always consult with your personal physician or qualified health care provider regarding your health questions, individual health needs, and to obtain medical advice.

Wellness

  » Breakfast Smarts
  » Cholesterol Scramble
  » Colorectal Cancer
  » Conventional, Complementary and Alternative Medicine - Part 1
  » How to Evaluate Your Choice before Undertaking Alternative or Complementary Forms of Medicine - Part 2
  » Dental Care For Your Children
  » A Healthy Heart Starts with Healthy Teeth and Gums!
  » Holidays Without Loved Ones
  » The Richness of Christmas
  » Love
  » Osteoporosis: Not Just Women Affected!
  » Prostate Cancer
  » Strokes
  » Summer In The Sun Can Be Fun But Costly
  » Children's Need for Physical Activity
  » The Ultimate Christmas Gift
  » Top Two New Year's Resolutions

Cooking For Your Health
  » Part 1: Journaling The "Truth"
  » Part 2: Clean Out the Cabinets and Restock the Fridge
  » Part 3: Cooking Healthier

Managing Health

Alzheimer's Series
  » Part 1: Confusion Needs To Be Properly Diagnosed
  » Part 2: Revealing Alzheimer's
  » Part 3: Legal & Financial Issues Surrounding Alheimer's / Dementia

Hypertension Series
  » Part 1: What Do You Know About Blood Pressure?
  » Part 2: Pre-Hypertension
  » Part 3: The First Step Is Up To You!

Depression Series
  » Part 1: Depression in Elders
  » Part 2: Depression: Things You Can Do to Help
  » Part 3: The Church Can Keep People Connected

  » I'm Getting Old So Why Bother with My Teeth?
  » Gaining Weight: It Slips Up On You.
  » It's Time to Look in Your Medicine Cabinet!
  » Are You Diabetic? No? Are You Sure?
  » Understanding Your Medications?
  » I'm Stressed Out!
  » Dietary Supplements & Herbal Products
  » What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?
  » Taking Care Of Your Eyesight
  » Getting the Most Out of a Doctors Visit
  » Living with a Chronic Illness
  » Over the Counter Medications
  » Listening to Your Body Can Save Your Life
  » Are Your Immunizations Up To Date?
  » General Screening and Immunizations for Men
  » General Screening and Immunizations for Women
  » Take Care of Your Feet: God Only Gave You One Pair

Life Transitions

Driving Series
  » Part 1: View From The Back Seat
  » Part 2: Risk Factors, Saftey Tips
  » Part 3: Give Up Driving?

End Of Life Series
  » Part 1: Death & Dying
  » Part 2: Hospice
  » Part 3: Grief & Loss

  » How Do You View Your Parent(s)?
  » Childhood Memories-Lifetime Treasures
  » Why Do a House Blessing?
  » Exercise for Your Brain
  » Seniors Face Problems with Alcohol Use
  » Being a Care Provider Isn't Easy
  » Life Transitions: I've Got So Much Stuff - Cleaning Out and Downsizing