Terms and insurance
Give one reason why you should have health insurance
1)It gives you access to preventative healthcare services that can help keep you healthy.
2)It can help pay for healthcare services if you become very sick or are injured.
3)Without healthcare coverage you could experience a financial hardship due to unexpected medical expenses
How often should you visit your doctor?
Seeing your primary care provider every year, even if you are not feeling bad, is important for health maintenance. A yearly annual exam can help detect signs and symptoms of disease early, which allows for early intervention.
True or False...When you visit your doctor for a yearly physical you should talk about your social environment and how it affects your health(smoking, drinking, vaping, etc.)
TRUE!
Every three months
What is replace your toothbrush!
What is telehealth?
Access to a doctor over a virtual visit. Most insurances cover telehealth. They are 24/7 medical treatment for non-emergency conditions.
How do you locate a provider in your health insurance network?
Your insurance card will have a local and/or toll free number to call or a website to create your profile and access information.
Another name for your family doctor?
What is your Primary Care Physician or PCP
Name one way you can practice good self care
exercise
get enough sleep (at least 8 hours)
eat healthy foods and drink enough water
stay positive
Every six months
What is how often you should go to the dentist!
True or False...There is a Macomb County Health Department within 10 minutes of Lake Shore HS?
True!! It is located on Harper in St. Clair Shores
What are pre-existing conditions?
Medical conditions that you had before your health insurance becomes effective
What is the difference between an Urgent Care and Emergency Room?
Urgent care is for injuries or illnesses that are not life-threatening. The emergency room, on the other hand, is for serious issues that may be considered a medical emergency.
True or False- your mental health can affect your grades in High School and even College?
TRUE!!
Poor mental health contributes to lack of motivation and problems focusing which can lead to failing grades.
True or False...Visiting the dentist at least once a year can help detect early signs of oral cancer?
TRUE!!
Name a service that is provided for free or low cost at the Health Department?
Health and Nutrition education
Immunization
Family planning
Hearing and Vision Screening
What is a provider network?
Health insurance companies contract with certain hospitals, doctors, pharmacies, and other health care providers to deliver medical services for an agreed-upon rate. These providers are known as a health insurance company's provider network.
This doctor focuses on a specific area of medicine or a group of patients to diagnose, manage, prevent or treat certain types of symptoms and conditions
What is a Specialist
For example-Dermatologist, Allergist, Optomotrist
What can be symptoms of mental illness you should talk to someone such as a parent or doctor honestly about experiencing any of these.
Helps to reduce the risk of cavities (other than brushing and flossing)
What is avoiding sugary drinks and snacks!
True or false? There are resources for Free Dental care within a short drive of Lake Shore HS?
True!! There are several clinics in the area that can be located by googling, "free clinics in Macomb County"
How long can you stay on your parents insurance in Michigan?
Until you are 26, even if...
Name a topic that you should discuss with your doctor at a yearly physical...
Family Health History
Any major changes you are experiencing physically or mentally
Allergies and Vaccinations and testing
Which of these professionals can assist you with mental health issues?
a) Psychiatrist
b) Counselor/Therapist
c)Psychologist
All of them!
Psychiartist- Diagnosis and medication management
Counselor/Therapist-Evalution, treatment techniques
Psychologist-Evalution, diagnosis, and therapy
Smoking, drinking coffee, and tea can contribute to this
What is staining/discoloration of teeth!
If you, or someone you know is struggling and having thoughts of suicide , what should you do?
Call or text the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org. This service is confidential, free, and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In life-threatening situations, call 911.