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Health Assessments

Free and confidential assessment tools available:

https://screening.mhanational.org/screening-tools

Where to go for help:

SandCreek EAP https://allonehealth.com/allone-health-locations/sandcreekeap/

NAMI - https://namimn.org/

Medica Behavioral Health includes mental health and substance use disorder care. Medica Behavioral Health staff can help get you the right care when you need it, 24hr/day, and your call is confidential. The large network includes providers who practice at all levels of counseling and treatment. Call Medica Behavioral Health at 800-848-8327 or search for a provider online at medica.com/findadoctor

If you need care soon, you can select Express Access Provider and find a provider who offers routine appointments within 5 business days.

Amwell is an online clinic where you can connect with a provider from your computer or mobile device for most behavioral health concerns.  Amwell’s team of experienced therapists and psychiatrists provide care and counselling for a variety of conditions. Call 1-844-733-3627 and either download the app or go online to amwell.com.

Amberwing-Center for Youth and Family Well-being https://amberwing.org/

 

Test your own vision at home: https://www.aao.org/eye-health/tips-prevention/home-eye-test-children-adults

Where to go for help: 

There are several clinics and eye doctors/specialists in the Twin Ports area. If you are concerned about your vision, contact your doctor or an Ophthalmology or Optometry clinic today.

Hearing self-assessment: https://ascdocs.com/blog/having-trouble-hearing/

Where to go for help: 

Kidney screening information: https://www.kidney.org/phi/form?version=health 

Resource for help: Always talk with your doctor if you are experiencing any issues with your kidneys. If you think you might be at risk or uncertain, take the assessment above and check out the National Kidney Foundation https://www.kidney.org/yourkidneysandyou

Lung Health Screening: https://www.copdfoundation.org/Screener.aspx 

Talk to your doctor right away if you are having any symptoms or difficulty breathing. 

Resources: 

Breast Cancer self assessment: https://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/testing/types/self_exam 

Where to go for help:

Always consult with your doctor if you suspect something abnormal. You can schedule an appointment for further follow up through a mammogram. If you do have breast cancer, there are many local and national resources available:

Skin Cancer self-check: https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/skin-cancer/find/check-skin 

Where to go for help:

Always consult with your doctor if you suspect an abnormal mole/appearance on your skin. You can schedule an appointment with your provider’s dermatologist or contact Twin Ports Dermatology, an independent clinic located in Duluth.

Diabetes Risk Test: https://www.diabetes.org/risk-test 

If you are at risk for Type 2 diabetes, there are programs that can help. 

Omada is an innovative online health program that surrounds you with everything you need to lose weight and reduce your risk for certain chronic diseases. 

Diabetes Prevention Program is a lifestyle change course, designed to help you establish healthy habits that you can maintain for life. This program is technically in-person, though will be offered virtually. 

Both programs are FREE to employees. Contact Angel Hohenstein at ahohenstein@duluthmn.gov for more information. 

Resources: 

Always consult with your doctor if you are at risk for Type 2 Diabetes or any other chronic illness. If you are at risk, American Diabetes Association provides all kinds of information:   https://www.diabetes.org/

If you are at risk and interested/ready to make some changes to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes, we offer two different program opportunities: Diabetes Prevention Program and Omada

See our “Weight-Management” tab on the Bridge to learn more about these programs.

At Home Workstation Tips

Workstation Ergonomics

Great 15min segment on home office ergonomics! Some things to consider as many are still working from home there are some great tips to employ: https://www.wellright.com/hubfs/Podcast%20Videos/5%20Questions%20-%20Home%20Office%20Ergonomics.mp4

ASSESSMENT COMPLETION FORM

Please complete the form below to get credit for wellness program or to enter for prizes. Email or Phone number must be submitted in order to contact you if you won a prize. Must complete at least one screening or assessment from above. 

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Contact

Angel Hohenstein
218-730-5201