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1 Respect Each Other BREATHE EASY Safety First 2017 CALENDAR Don t Wait. Vaccinate! Don t Just Sit... Get Fit! Spend Time with Loved Ones, It s Fun!

2 Charles B. Wang Community Health Center is a nonprofit, federally qualified community health center established in We are dedicated to providing high quality, culturally competent health care for you and your family regardless of your ability to pay. We Are Your Medical Home Open 7 days a week. Accepts most major health insurance plans including many NYS ACA Qualified Health Plans and the Essential Plan. Reduced fee is based on income and family size to those who qualify. The Health Center has been awarded the highest level of recognition by the National Committee for Quality Assurance as a Level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) since 2010.

3 About This Calendar The 2017 Health and Wellness Calendar was developed by the Health Education Department at the Charles B. Wang Community Health Center to promote healthy lifestyles. In this new year, we celebrate the Year of the Rooster, which symbolizes bravery and trustworthiness. Each month, our Rooster leads everyone with 3 steps to keep you and your family healthy and safe. Message from Dr. Perry Pong As your medical home, the Charles B. Wang Community Health Center offers comprehensive medical and social services under one roof. Our providers can treat and provide health care services to patients in all age groups. We emphasize on wellness and preventative care, such as cancer screening & prevention, hepatitis B screening & management, quitting smoking, breast cancer support groups, programs for families & children with special needs, and much more. We look forward to serving you and your family with high quality and personal care as we have done for the last 40 years. Visit us at any of our convenient locations listed at the back of the calendar or online at for more information. Sincerely, Perry Pong, MD Chief Medical Officer Special thanks to Chloe Chan, Sophia Huang, and Stephanie Ren, 2016 Project AHEAD interns, who designed, painted, and edited the monthly images.

4 GOOD HEALTH IS A PRECIOUS GIFT. GET REGULAR CHECKUPS.

5 JANUARY SET HEALTH GOALS FOR THE YEAR 1. Set one or two realistic goals. SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT actions for your goals. 3. Establish a plan, timeline, and support system. New Year s Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Lunar New Year

7 FEBRUARY CUT OUT BAD FATS 1. Limit fats and sugary foods in your diet. foods such as brown rice, vegetables, and fruits. 3. Avoid foods made with lard, coconut oil, palm oil, and butter. American Heart Month SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI Give Kids A Smile Day National Wear Red Day SAT World Cancer Day Presidents Day National Donor Day Valentine s Day

9 MARCH KEEP YOUR TEETH HEALTHY 1. Brush at least twice National Nutrition Month SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 2. See a dentist every 6 months. 3. Report to your dentist any bleeding or sores on your gums. International Women s Day World Kidney Day Daylight Savings Time Begins World Tuberculosis Day American Diabetes Alert Day

10 Respect Each Other

11 APRIL BE UNDERSTANDING TO OTHERS National Autism Awareness Month SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1. Use simple and short sentences. Children with autism and other special needs require extra time to process language. 2. Repeat instructions, give clear choices, and check for understanding. 3. Set a daily routine. Children with autism do best with a structured schedule. Easter National Youth HIV and AIDS Awareness Day National Alcohol Screening Day World Health Day World Meningitis Day

12 BREATHE EASY

13 MAY KEEP YOUR LUNGS HEALTHY Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1. Do not allow smoking at home and around your child. 2. Avoid using a broom to clean the house. Use a vacuum and mops. 3. Avoid standing near vehicles with running engines. Mother s Day Memorial Day Dragon Boat Festival National Senior Health & Fitness Day World No Tobacco Day

14 Safety First

15 JUNE KNOW YOUR MEDICATIONS National Safety Month SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1. Always read labels on your medication bottles. 2. Keep an updated list of all your medications. 3. Bring your list to your primary care providers, specialists, and emergency room visits. National Cancer Survivors Day International Children s Day Father s Day

17 JULY KEEP TRACK OF YOUR HEALTH Parents Day - July 23 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1. Get proper rest. Adults need an average of 7 hours of sleep a day. 2. Stay active. Go for a walk or start a new activity you enjoy. 3. Watch your weight. Try new fruits and vegetables in your diet. Independence Day Parents Day World Hepatitis Day

18 Don t Wait. Vaccinate!

19 AUGUST LEARN WHAT SHOTS YOU NEED National Immunization Awareness Month SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1. Ask your doctor if you are up-to-date with your vaccinations. 2. Keep a record of your vaccinations for school or work requirement. year. It is recommended for everyone 6 months and older. Good Health Day Manhattan Good Health Day Queens

21 SEPTEMBER CUT DOWN ON SUGAR 1. Use water or seltzer water to dilute sugary drinks. National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 2. Learn to read food labels so you can control the amount of sugar in your diet. 3. Drink water: it has 0 calories and 0 sugar! Labor Day National Grandparents Day Falls Prevention Awareness Day World Heart Day

22 Don t Just Sit... Get Fit!

23 OCTOBER LIVE AN ACTIVE LIFESTYLE 1. Exercising and eating a healthy diet can help lower your blood pressure and cholesterol. 2. Staying active can help you tone muscles and improve posture. more energy and reduce anxiety and depression. National Breast Cancer Awareness Month SUN MON TUE WED Columbus Day Mid-Autumn Festival THU National Depression Screening Day FRI SAT Halloween

24 Spend Time with Loved Ones, It s Fun!

25 NOVEMBER CARE FOR YOUR ELDERS 1. Involve your elders: social interactions are important to their mental and emotional health. 2. Help keep their minds sharp by encouraging conversation and engaging them in activities. 3. Make sure they go to their doctor s appointments and get vaccinated. National Family Caregivers Month SUN MON TUE WED THU Daylight Savings Time Ends Election Day FRI SAT Veterans Day World Pneumonia Day World Diabetes Day Great American Smokeout Thanksgiving Day

27 DECEMBER GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY World AIDS Day - December 1 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 1. Donate to your local schools and organizations in need of supplies. 2. Reach out to elderly people in your community. Volunteer your time to help them. 3. Prepare and serve meals at a senior center or community organization. World AIDS Day Christmas Day Follow Us

28 Charles B. Wang Community Health Center We provide services at convenient locations in Manhattan and Queens to take care of your medical needs. MANHATTAN 268 Canal Street, New York, NY Internal Medicine, Specialties (212) Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) (212) Walker Street, 2/F, New York, NY Pediatrics (212) Dental (212) Teen Resource Center (TRC) (212) QUEENS Q17 Q25 Q th Avenue, Flushing, NY Internal Medicine (718) Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN), Specialties (718) Pediatrics (718) th Avenue, Flushing, NY Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Gynecology, and Family Medicine (929) OTHER SERVICES Health Education Department (212) Social Work Services Manhattan (212) Queens (718) Health Insurance Enrollment Manhattan (212) Queens (718) Follow Us

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