As your health plan, Fidelis Care wants to help you and your family stay healthy and active for a lifetime. This special annual health issue covers key health topics, including:

• LIVE HEART HEALTHY: Some risk factors for heart disease, such as age and family history, cannot be controlled, but others can. By keeping high blood pressure and diabetes
  in check, quitting smoking and exercising more, you can decrease your risk of heart disease.
• KICK THE HABIT: It’s always the right time to stop smoking. The first step is to decide that you are ready to quit. Then, your doctor can show you how and provide you  with support along the way.
• CONTROL ASTHMA: Fidelis Care’s AsthmaCare program can help members control their asthma by creating an Asthma Action Plan. Know what to do to prevent attacks. This will help decrease asthma-related problems and emergency room visits.
• PROTECT YOUR CHILDREN WITH IMMUNIZATIONS: It is important that every child gets all immunizations that are required by the New York State Department of  Health. Immunizations are needed for children entering pre-kindergarten programs and  those entering kindergarten through grade 12.
• EAT RIGHT AND EXERCISE: Eating a healthy diet and adding exercise to your day are two of the best ways to take care of your health. Before you begin, see your doctor about a diet and fitness program that is right for you.
• TALK WITH YOUR DOCTOR: See your doctor for regular checkups and the Screenings that you need.

FIDELIS CARE IS PROUD TO BE YOUR HEALTH PLAN.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, JUST CALL 1-888-FIDELIS (1-888-343-3547).