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Health Ministry
Health ministry is a living witness to the healing activity of God that encourages whole-person health through the integration of body, mind and spirit; increased self-knowledge; personal responsibility; and interdependence among God’s people. In partnership with the Parish Nurse Task Force of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Synod of the ELCA, we can respond to a variety of requests.
Only one person is responsible for your heath...and it’s YOU!
Therefore take these steps into consideration …
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Prioritize your health. Make time for exercise, get enough sleep, choose nutritious foods and manage your stress. Make the choice to stop using tobacco.
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Become an informed health care consumer. Study your health care plan options and choose the best plan for you. Take a critical eye toward health news and “miracle cures.” Search for a health care provider who matches your needs. Create your own “health library” where you can retrieve reliable information.
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Play an active role in your health care. Get recommended physics, immunizations and screening tests. If you have a health condition, find reliable sources of information about it. Ask questions about your medications, your treatment plan, and your daily self-care. Start a medical record of your conditions, tests, and treatments.
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