October 2017
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Well Aware Community Health Fair
October 11, 2017
2 - 5:30 p.m.
LM Convention Center 
 
FV Foundation's
Evening in the
Garden Party
November 11, 2017

 
Early Detection Saves Lives
Getting your yearly mammo
could save your life.
According to the American Cancer Society, finding breast cancer early and getting state-of-the-art cancer treatment are the most important strategies to prevent deaths from breast cancer. Breast cancer that's found early is easier to treat successfully.

All women should be familiar with how their breasts normally look and feel and should report any changes to a health care provider right away.  In addition, getting regular screening tests is the most reliable way to find breast cancer early.

Screening guidelines for women at average risk for breast cancer: 
  • Women between 40 and 44 have the option to start screening with a mammogram every year.
  • Women 45 to 54 should get mammograms every year.
  • Women 55 and older can switch to a mammogram every other year, or they can choose to continue yearly mammograms. Screening should continue as long as a woman is in good health and is expected to live 10 more years or longer.
Those with a family history or other risk factors need to have a discussion with your family healthcare provider to set up a schedule addressing your risks.

Floyd Valley Radiology suggests you schedule your screening in a month that is memorable, whether that is October, your birthday month, etc.  Think pink and schedule your mammogram today by calling (712) 546-3394!

Your Medical Information on the Go!

Floyd Valley Healthcare's user-friendly patient portal is a great way to review your medical record from the comfort of your own home or on the go using your mobile device. Wherever you have internet access, you have access to your AveraChart.

From your personal account, you can update profile information, review your health records including hospital tests and visits, review your medicines, review drug allergy/interaction information, receive appointment reminders, check on your billing and receive your patient health summary.

You may sign up for your portal at FloydValley.org.  When signing up for your portal, please choose Avera McKennan for location, as Floyd Valley Healthcare is aligned with Sioux Falls.  If you have any other technical questions while using AveraChart, please call 1-855-667-9704.

If you would like to have access to a family members' health information, please fill out the AveraChart Proxy Form.  This needs to be on file for all persons age 12 and older prior to access being granted from Floyd Valley Healthcare.  These forms can be found under forms at Floyd Valley.org.  
Not Just for Kids
You may not realize that you need vaccines throughout your life.  According to the CDC, adults also need to keep their vaccinations up to date. Immunity from childhood vaccines can wear off over time and there is risk for different diseases as an adult. 

Vaccination is one of the most convenient and safest preventive care measures available.

All adults need:
You may need other vaccines based on your age, health conditions, job, lifestyle, or travel habits.  Ask your healthcare provider about which vaccines are right for you.  You may also learn more on the  CDC website.  


714 Lincoln Street NE
Le Mars, IA 51031
712-546-7871