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Feeling anxious? Take a deep breath and learn these simple steps to stay in touch with your mind and body from the National Institutes of Health (NIH): https://go.usa.gov/xHmcH.

Is it seasonal allergies, or is it COVID-19? While symptoms of both can overlap with each other, there are some crucial differences between COVID-19 and allergy symptoms. If you have symptoms of COVID-19, learn from CDC on how to get tested and more: https://go.usa.gov/xHvVr.

Here’s what parents need to know about safe sleep for babies. https://blog.georgiachildrens.org//how-to-make-sure-your/ https://blog.georgiachildrens.org//how-to-make-sure-your/

Everyone can help make the holidays safer and still spread cheer. Remind family and friends as a #HolidayAskWearAMask and encourage them to make sure to wear a mask, watch their distance and wash their hands frequently for at least 20 seconds. A simple ask can help keep everyone safe: https://www.cdc.gov//daily-life-coping/holidays/winter.html

As we near the end of the year, the beginning of the new year is full of resolutions. See what you can take away from this story with your new gym memberships. https://www.cnn.com//exercise-breakfast-fat-bu/index.html

This holiday season we join the HHS Office of Minority Health in their #HolidayAskWearAMask campaign and encourage everyone to wear a mask, watch your distance, and wash your hands wherever you choose to celebrate. Together we can make this a healthier holiday. https://www.cdc.gov//daily-life-coping/holidays/winter.html

This holiday season remember to wear your mask, watch your distance and wash your hands frequently for at least 20 seconds. Practicing these safety measures can help ensure a healthier holiday for all: https://www.cdc.gov//daily-life-coping/holidays/winter.html #HolidayAskWearAMask

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention urges everyone to stay home this holiday season to reduce the spread of COVID-19. The safest way to celebrate is at home with the people you live with. Gatherings with family and friends who do not live with you can increase the chances of getting or spreading COVID-19. https://www.cdc.gov//daily-life-coping/holidays/winter.html #HolidayAskWearAMask #COVIDStopsWithMe #WearAMask

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Make an appointment for a clinical breast exam at 877-205-5006.

The holidays will be different this year but together we can make this a healthier holiday season. Find ways to celebrate with your family and friends virtually and follow these guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov//daily-life-coping/holidays/winter.html #holidayaskwearamask

TOMORROW is the last day to enroll in a 2021 health plan! Don’t wait until the last minute, enroll now. https://go.hc.gov/2VZETkX

AMERIGROUP Community Care Presents: A Virtual Baby Shower You're invited to another great event in your community. Please join Amerigroup and Medical Associates Plus for a virtual baby shower.... Zoom Meeting ID: 867 0000 6813 Passcode: 951300

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Make an appointment at 877-205-5006.

Thanks to our stakeholders for being an important part of the Augusta CAREs Initiative.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Make an appointment today at 877-205-5006.

Statistics about Sickle Cell Disease...Sickle Cell Disease is greater than 3 times more prevalent that other rare inherited disorders. However, despite this higher prevalence, funding for SCD is lower than that of any other genetic disorders.

Sexual Health Awareness Month There are many options available for preventing pregnancy, each with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. If you are sexually active and don’t want to get pregnant, you can explore the range of contraceptive choices available. Contact one of our Women's Health departments (Belle Terrace, Wrightsboro Road, Garredd #2) for your pelvic exam at (877)205-5006.... Contact one of our Women's Health departments (Belle Terrace, Wrightsboro Road, Garredd #2) for your pelvic exam at (877)205-5006.

Sexual Health Awareness Month There are some signs and symptoms that may be caused by an STI that you should be aware of, so you’ll know when to check in with a healthcare provider. If you notice any of the following, it may be a sign of an STI or other infection: pain in the pelvic area... pain in the lower abdomen pain when having sex unusual discharge from the vagina or penis a bad smell bleeding between periods burning when you pee sores, ulcers, blisters or warts a heavy feeling in the testicles swelling, redness or a rash excessive itching in the genital area Having a symptom doesn’t mean you have a disease. The symptoms (or lack of) are so many and varied, it’s hard to tell if, for example, bleeding between periods is simply the result of a normal, age-related hormone imbalance or an STI. But the bottom line isknow your body, and when something isn’t right, get checked by a healthcare provider. Make sexual health care part of your healthcare routine. Call (877)205-5006.

Sexual Health Awareness Month Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are commonabout 1 in 2 sexually active people (which is pretty much everyone) will have an STI at some point. You can help prevent STIs and protect your health with regular testingand treatment if needed. Make an appointment for STI testing at (877)205-5006.

In observation of World AIDS Day this year, Positively Augusta along with local community partners and workers put together a "Why is it Important?" video. HIV/...AIDS is one of the most stigmatized illnesses to date. In order to overcome the stigma and honor those infected and AFFECTED we as a community must continue to have the conversation, get tested and educate!! So today, December 1st, World AIDS Day 2020, we as a community acknowledge the thousands who have been infected, love and lost. #WorldAIDSDay2020 #WorldAIDSDay #WAD #WAD2020 #StoptheStigma #RockingtheRibbon #EndingtheEpidemic #ResilienceandImpact