MEN'S HEALTH
INSIDE AND OUT – Knowing Your Risks
While heart disease and cancer remain the leading causes of death for males, issues involving the
prostate affect men of all ages. Fortunately, not all problems with the prostate are cancerous, and most
conditions – if caught early – can be treated or, in some cases, cured.
Prostatitis, for instance, is an infection
According to the National Institutes
know it’s more common in African-American
of the prostate, which does not raise the
of Health, chronic prostatitis (lasting
men and men who have a family history
risk of getting prostate cancer. At one
more than three months) is the number-
of the disease. The male sex hormone
time, prostatitis was believed to be a
one reason men under the age of 50
testosterone also contributes to the
sexually transmitted disease, but recent
visit a urologist. There are three types
cancer’s growth.
research suggests that only a small number
of prostatitis:
of cases are passed on through sex.
MALES ANDSE –
MENOPAU FACT OR
FICTION?
According to the American Cancer Society,
Acute bacterial prostatitis – a sudden
about one out of every six menwill be
bacterial infection marked by inflammation
diagnosed with prostate cancer during his
of the prostate. Symptoms include
lifetime, but only one out of 34 will die
increased urinary frequency and urgency,
of the disease. About 80 percent of men
need to urinate at night, pain in the pelvis
who reach age 80 have prostate cancer.
and genital area, fever, chills, nausea,
vomiting and burning when urinating.
Survival rates for the disease are improving.
While there clearly are visible signs and symptoms
Left untreated, the condition can cause
Nearly 100 percent of men with prostate
that women experience menopause, or the
confusion and low blood pressure, and
cancer survive at least five years after
effects of changing hormones, there is some
may be fatal.
their diagnosis;
evidence that men may experience a similar
condition. Unlike menopause in women, the
93 percent
Chronic bacterial prostatitis – the result
survive at least
slower pace. Subtle changes in the function of
of recurring urinary tract infections that
10 years; and
the testis can occur as early as 45 to 50 years of
have entered the prostate gland. Symptoms
67 percent
age, and more dramatically after the age of 70.
are similar to those of acute bacterial
survive more
prostatitis (see above) but are less severe.
than 15 years.
male hormone, testosterone, declines at a
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NURSELINE IS YOUR
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>>EXERCISE IS LINKED TO DECREASE IN
MENOPAUSE SYMPTOMS
NurseLine can help you find
answers to your health-related
questions and concerns. You can
call 866.425.2147 any time, day
or night, to talk with a registered
nurse who can provide immediate,
reliable medical advice or simply
answer your questions about
illnesses, medications or conditions.
Women may receive relief from menopause
symptoms by exercising, as reported in a recent
issue of Annals of Behavioral Medicine. Out of the
1.5 million women between the ages of 45 and 55
who reach menopause every year in the United
States, 80 to 85 percent experience irritability, mood
swings, hot flashes and night sweats. In the study,
which was conducted at Penn State University, 164
menopausal volunteers were divided into three groups. One met three times a
week to walk for an hour, the other met twice a week for 90-minute yoga sessions
and the other group didn’t exercise. The women in the walking group reported the
most improvement in mood, hot flashes and night sweats. The yoga group reported
similar, but slightly smaller, improvements. Experts say changes in lifestyle and
nutrition also can help decrease the symptoms.
>>HEART SURGERY MAY CONTRIBUTE TO BONE
MINERAL LOSS IN MEN
In addition, medical professionals
can talk with you about the healthrelated topics that matter most
to you, depending on your race,
gender and age. Learn about new
advances in breast and cervical
cancer screenings and discover the
symptoms and effects of prostatitis.
No matter what your concern,
NurseLine can help.
New research shows that bone mineral content
published in the American Journal of Cardiology,
evaluated changes in bone mineral and body
• depression
percent of the cases. Symptoms include
• weakness
• sexual problems
urinary and genital pain for at least three
out of six months and inflammation.
exam and ask about symptoms. If testosterone
Prostate cancer is the most common
levels are low, testosterone-replacement
cancer, excluding skin cancers, in
therapy may be recommended. However, this
American men. It is a malignant tumor
treatment does have potential risks and side
of the prostate, which usually grows
effects, such as worsening prostate cancer.
slowly. Many men who have the disease
If you think you could be at risk for prostate
will never know. Although the cause
cancer, talk to your doctor to learn more. He
or she even may recommend a new diet or
When 15 of the 26 subjects returned for a one-year follow-up, bone mineral
density in the total body, the legs and the arms was significantly decreased.
“Because there is a strong correlation between bone mineral and fracture risk,
To find out if you are experiencing the
condition, your doctor will perform a physical
tions to provide resources and programs
mineral content, before surgery and at three months and one year after treatment.
as an antidepressant, to help alleviate some
of the symptoms.
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maintain overall health.
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medical and wellness benefit. TotalHealth
includes NurseLine, a personalized
health management program, lifestyle
Polytechnic Institute and State University. He advised that cardiac rehabilitation
management programs and prescription
should be undertaken as soon as possible after CABG surgery when appropriate.
medication benefits.
Your TotalHealth
Resources
for
ABB Retirees
DEFY THE AGING ODDS!
Your entire body is affected as you grow
these results. Here are some inexpensive
older – your organs, bones, muscles and joints.
alternatives:
But there are things you can do now to
• Hand-held weights. You can buy dumbbells, or use cans of food or plastic jugs
filled with water.
One of the safest and most effective forms
• Resistance bands. These durable bands,
of prevention is strengthening exercises.
cords or tubes stretch like a rubber band
Strength training doesn’t mean you have
and offer resistance for a variety of tensions.
to spend hours each day lifting weights. To
receive the health benefits of strength
• Your own body weight. Make
your weight work for you with
abdominal crunches, leg
4
training, most people only need two
to three 20- to 30-minute sessions
squats, push-ups and pull-ups.
4
a week, and likely will start to see
• Exercise ball. Improve
5
improvements within just a few
your balance and add
weeks. Remember to consult
variety to your routine
your health care professional
before starting any exercise
by using one of these
oversized balls.
program.
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The TotalHealth program is a comprehensive
steps are taken to minimize bone losses,” said Dr. Larry E. Miller of Virginia
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STRENGTHEN YOUR BONES
These exercises have
numerous health benefits,
especially when they’re
Because strength training also
helps make bones stronger, these
exercises are espe-
combined with an
cially important
active lifestyle, and
for women,
can help both men
whose bone
and women maintain
density (which is
strength, flexibility
and balance.
strongest when
they’re in their thirties)
declines sharply after
You don’t need a
menopause. In fact, every
gym membership or
year, postmenopausal
For more information, please visit
an exercise machine
women can lose one to two
the TotalHealth Web site at www.abb.
at home to achieve
percent of their bone mass.
us/totalhealth or call your NurseLine at
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exercise program or other medications, such
designed to help members improve and/or
CABG patients may be at increased risk for osteoporotic fractures unless preventative
of prostate cancer is unknown, doctors
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is a benefit offered by some organiza-
absorptiometry, a method of measuring bone
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Health Hits
investigators also performed dual-energy X-ray
• fatigue
Osteoporosis vs.
Arthritis
Newsletter
prevent drastic changes later.
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program. A health management program
pelvic pain syndrome – the most common
No Bones About It –
Osteoporosis Affects
Men and Women
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Males and
Menopause –
Fact or Fiction?
TotalHealth is the ABB health management
form of the disease, accounting for 90
Spotlight on
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coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). A study,
and 79 years old, who underwent CABG. The
menopause. These symptoms include:
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Inside and Out –
Knowing Your Risks
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Inside and Out –
Knowing Your Risks
composition in 26 men, between the ages of 50
symptoms associated with the so-called male
I N
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declines significantly in men in the year following
who receive hormone-replacement therapy
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Doctors have reported that male patients
(testosterone) have had relief of some of the
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DEFY THE AGING ODDS
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INSIDE AND OUT – Knowing Your Risks
Chances are, you probably know someone in your life who has been diagnosed with breast or ovarian
cancer – considering one in eight women will develop breast cancer and one in 67 women will develop
ovarian cancer. That's why it’s important to know about these diseases and what you can do to help
prevent them from affecting your life.
BREAST CANCER
OVARIAN CANCER
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer
Ovarian cancer is the eighth most common
2007 STATISTICS
among women (after nonmelanoma skin cancer) and is the
cancer, but is the fifth most deadly.
About 15,280
women will die of
ovarian cancer
second-leading cause of cancer deaths after lung cancer.
Symptoms include swelling of the stomach
Symptoms include a new lump or mass (the most common
from fluid buildup, unusual vaginal bleeding,
sign), swelling in a part of the breast, pain in the nipple or
pressure in the pelvis, back or leg pain
discharge from it other than breast milk,
and long-term stomach pain.
and redness on either the nipple or
As with breast cancer, ovarian cancer
breast skin.
2007 STATISTICS
has controllable and uncontrollable
Breast cancer will take the
lives of 40,910 people –
40,460 women and 450
There are many risk factors
factors. The following are some of the
associated with this condition –
ones that can’t be controlled.
your lifestyle choices, and others
or older.
highlighted below. Although you
in the United States
Age. Most ovarian cancers occur after menopause, and half
of all types of ovarian cancers develop in women who are 63
you cannot, including the factors
Currently, there are
roughly two million
breast cancer survivors
Two-thirds of
women with
ovarian cancer are
55 or older
some you can change, such as
men (2,030 men will be
diagnosed this year)
2007 STATISTICS
2007 STATISTICS
may have risk factors of breast cancer,
there is no guarantee you will develop
Obesity. Researchers have found that overweight women
have a higher rate of death from the disease.
the disease. You also can further
protect yourself by being screened
Family history. Like breast cancer, your ovarian cancer risk is
at least once every year after the age
higher if your mother, sister or daughter has or had the disease.
of 40.
SPOTLIGHT ON
As shown through a study conducted at
ABB BENEFITS
GOT QUESTIONS?
WE HAVE THE ANSWERS
not only increases bone density, it also
reduces the risk for fractures among
women who are between the ages of
50 and 70.
As you age, so do your bones. That’s why it’s important to keep them strong and
and helps in the fight against weight
Whether you have a health-related question or concern, need to research the latest
protect them throughout your life – and especially as you get older. Osteoporosis
gain. The effects of weight gain can be
health news or want to plan a program to help you improve your health, the
is a condition in which there is a loss of bone tissue that leaves bones less dense
long-reaching and show up in the form
Health Management Center (HMC) can help. The HMC, provided by Fidelity and
of heart disease, high blood pressure,
WebMD®, is available, whenever you need it, by logging in to Fidelity’s NetBenefits
diabetes and other illnesses.
can cause prolonged or permanent disability. In fact, one out of every two women
and one in four men over age 50 will break a bone in their lifetime due to
Regular strength training exercises
own personal preferences
moods are lifted because a person feels
diagnosed with the disease are age 50 or older.
Estrogen replacement therapy. Some studies suggest that
women who use estrogens alone (and not a combination
of estrogens and progesterone) after menopause are at
Family history. Your risk for the disease is higher if you have
higher risk, but more studies
a close blood relative who has or had the disease and if the
are needed to learn the
disease occurs before age 50 in a relative.
actual risks.
the exercises change chemicals in the
involves a loss of bone
such as those used to treat diseases like
brain for the better, but it’s more than
tissue, which leaves
systemic lupus, asthma, thyroid deficiencies
bones less dense and
and seizures
the HMC can help you identify ways to lower your risks and track your improvement over time.
likely a combination of both.
SLEEP BETTER
People who exercise on a regular basis
fall asleep more quickly, sleep more
Take advantage of the online tools and resources on the HMC. There are several
tools available, such as:
women are more likely to die from the disease (experts now
believe that this group has more aggressive tumors).
ARTHRITIS involves a degeneration or
• excessive alcohol intake
function.
• being a white or Asian woman
Exercises that focus on stretching,
strengthening, posture and range of
motion are good choices for both.
health records and your family members’ health records. This information can
COMBAT THE EFFECTS OF DISEASES
If you have osteoporosis, be sure to
be printed out in a wallet-size card that you can take with you when you visit
The signs and symptoms of several
avoid activities that include bending
your doctor.
diseases and chronic conditions, such
can be reduced through strengthening
medical facilities in your area. It provides information on the quality of care and
exercises.
lists hospitals with the lowest complication rates.
forward from the waist, twisting the
spine or lifting heavy weights.
If you have arthritis, be careful not
to overwork your affected joints.
breast cancer if you started menstruating before the age of
12 or if you experience menopause after the age of 55.
2
• having osteopenia, which is low bone mass
6
Protect your eyes from macular
degeneration with omega-3 fatty
acids, which are found in walnuts,
salmon, tuna and cod.
7
Combat aging with antioxidants,
which are found in blueberries, apples
and spinach.
• being postmenopausal, and particularly
having had early menopause
Because there aren’t many symptoms, you
may not know you have osteoporosis until
you break a bone. A bone mineral
density test (BMD) is a safe and painless
way to check your bone health.
8
As always, check with your doctor
before starting any exercise program.
Menstruation history. You will have a slightly higher risk of
• physical inactivity
that leads to reduced movement and
disease, illness and stress.
SUBIMO HOSPITAL ADVISOR – lets you search for quality ratings on hospitals and
Donate blood to protect your own
body from iron overload.
• low calcium intake
• smoking
and is less likely to be vulnerable to
as arthritis, diabetes and osteoporosis,
5
• prolonged use of certain medications,
autoimmune inflammation of the joints
a body is well-rested, it functions better
HEALTH RECORD – a confidential and secure space where you can track your
American Cancer Society
women to develop breast cancer, but African-American
OSTEOPOROSIS
more prone to fracture.
By starting with the Health Risk Assessment and learning your personal health risks,
4
• abnormal absence of menstrual periods
better when he or she is stronger or if
Source:
Race. White women are more likely than African-American
• family history of osteoporosis
searching a library of information from Healthwise® Knowledgebase and other
management using one of the online condition centers
Add turmeric, a spice that is loaded
with antioxidants, to your diet to
lower your risk of Parkinson’s and
Alzheimer’s diseases.
• thinness or small frame
trusted medical sources
• learn how to improve your lifestyle through fitness, nutrition and stress
3
Add vitamin D to your diet by eating
saltwater fish, eggs, fortified milk
and cereals to help decrease your
risk of osteoporosis.
• age
OSTEOPOROSIS
VS.
ARTHRITIS
the effects are comparable to antidepressant medications. It’s not clear if
• find information about medical conditions with links to additional resources by
Strength train to protect your bones,
have more endurance and think and
sleep better.
osteoporosis. Risk factors of developing osteoporosis include:
can improve your mental health, and
• receive health information and news tailored to your interests by setting your
2
and a change in one’s posture. It even can interfere with your ability to walk and
through both online and print resources. You can:
IMPROVE YOUR STATE OF MIND
1
If you have chronic pain, be sure
to consult your doctor to figure out
a treatment plan that can help
improve your immune system and
mental health.
and more prone to fracture. It can result in a loss of height, severe back pain
Web site. The HMC can provide you with comprehensive health care information
Assessment tool
FITNESS PROGRAM – LEAP (Lifetime Exercise Adherence Program) – an online
During the past year, many of you have
fitness program that lets you manage your fitness and provides access to health
been contacted by Matria, our TotalHealth
and fitness information.
vendor for condition management, but
The good news is that osteoporosis often
can be prevented. To keep your bones
strong, eat a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, exercise and do not smoke.
have not responded. Matria wants to
According to the National Institutes of Health, many people get less than half the
You can access these tools online through the NetBenefits Web site at
know why! You should have already
calcium they need. Good sources of calcium are low-fat milk, yogurt and cheese
www.netbenefits.fidelity.com. Look for the TotalHealth logo.
received a survey from Matria — please
and foods with added calcium, such as orange juice, cereals and breads. If needed,
complete it and return it as soon as
medications also can help.
3
10
Muscle mass is increased through
exercise, which boosts metabolic rates
• assess and understand your personal health risks using the Health Risk
IN
Look and feel better (and possibly take
10 years off your age) by trying some
of these recommendations.
SPEED UP YOUR METABOLISM
soundly and awaken less often. When
Aging. About 78 percent of women who are
THERE
Tufts University, however, strength training
possible. They appreciate your feedback!
4
9
10
Try to have a positive attitude – it can
help you live seven years longer than
someone who has a negative attitude.
Find out your personal healthy weight
and work to reach it or maintain it.
Do good deeds for others because it
will help you feel better and have a
larger social circle.
WOMEN'S HEALTH
GET
DEFY THE AGING ODDS
continued from front
INSIDE AND OUT – Knowing Your Risks
Chances are, you probably know someone in your life who has been diagnosed with breast or ovarian
cancer – considering one in eight women will develop breast cancer and one in 67 women will develop
ovarian cancer. That's why it’s important to know about these diseases and what you can do to help
prevent them from affecting your life.
BREAST CANCER
OVARIAN CANCER
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer
Ovarian cancer is the eighth most common
2007 STATISTICS
among women (after nonmelanoma skin cancer) and is the
cancer, but is the fifth most deadly.
About 15,280
women will die of
ovarian cancer
second-leading cause of cancer deaths after lung cancer.
Symptoms include swelling of the stomach
Symptoms include a new lump or mass (the most common
from fluid buildup, unusual vaginal bleeding,
sign), swelling in a part of the breast, pain in the nipple or
pressure in the pelvis, back or leg pain
discharge from it other than breast milk,
and long-term stomach pain.
and redness on either the nipple or
As with breast cancer, ovarian cancer
breast skin.
2007 STATISTICS
has controllable and uncontrollable
Breast cancer will take the
lives of 40,910 people –
40,460 women and 450
There are many risk factors
factors. The following are some of the
associated with this condition –
ones that can’t be controlled.
your lifestyle choices, and others
or older.
highlighted below. Although you
in the United States
Age. Most ovarian cancers occur after menopause, and half
of all types of ovarian cancers develop in women who are 63
you cannot, including the factors
Currently, there are
roughly two million
breast cancer survivors
Two-thirds of
women with
ovarian cancer are
55 or older
some you can change, such as
men (2,030 men will be
diagnosed this year)
2007 STATISTICS
2007 STATISTICS
may have risk factors of breast cancer,
there is no guarantee you will develop
Obesity. Researchers have found that overweight women
have a higher rate of death from the disease.
the disease. You also can further
protect yourself by being screened
Family history. Like breast cancer, your ovarian cancer risk is
at least once every year after the age
higher if your mother, sister or daughter has or had the disease.
of 40.
SPOTLIGHT ON
As shown through a study conducted at
ABB BENEFITS
GOT QUESTIONS?
WE HAVE THE ANSWERS
not only increases bone density, it also
reduces the risk for fractures among
women who are between the ages of
50 and 70.
As you age, so do your bones. That’s why it’s important to keep them strong and
and helps in the fight against weight
Whether you have a health-related question or concern, need to research the latest
protect them throughout your life – and especially as you get older. Osteoporosis
gain. The effects of weight gain can be
health news or want to plan a program to help you improve your health, the
is a condition in which there is a loss of bone tissue that leaves bones less dense
long-reaching and show up in the form
Health Management Center (HMC) can help. The HMC, provided by Fidelity and
of heart disease, high blood pressure,
WebMD®, is available, whenever you need it, by logging in to Fidelity’s NetBenefits
diabetes and other illnesses.
can cause prolonged or permanent disability. In fact, one out of every two women
and one in four men over age 50 will break a bone in their lifetime due to
Regular strength training exercises
own personal preferences
moods are lifted because a person feels
diagnosed with the disease are age 50 or older.
Estrogen replacement therapy. Some studies suggest that
women who use estrogens alone (and not a combination
of estrogens and progesterone) after menopause are at
Family history. Your risk for the disease is higher if you have
higher risk, but more studies
a close blood relative who has or had the disease and if the
are needed to learn the
disease occurs before age 50 in a relative.
actual risks.
the exercises change chemicals in the
involves a loss of bone
such as those used to treat diseases like
brain for the better, but it’s more than
tissue, which leaves
systemic lupus, asthma, thyroid deficiencies
bones less dense and
and seizures
the HMC can help you identify ways to lower your risks and track your improvement over time.
likely a combination of both.
SLEEP BETTER
People who exercise on a regular basis
fall asleep more quickly, sleep more
Take advantage of the online tools and resources on the HMC. There are several
tools available, such as:
women are more likely to die from the disease (experts now
believe that this group has more aggressive tumors).
ARTHRITIS involves a degeneration or
• excessive alcohol intake
function.
• being a white or Asian woman
Exercises that focus on stretching,
strengthening, posture and range of
motion are good choices for both.
health records and your family members’ health records. This information can
COMBAT THE EFFECTS OF DISEASES
If you have osteoporosis, be sure to
be printed out in a wallet-size card that you can take with you when you visit
The signs and symptoms of several
avoid activities that include bending
your doctor.
diseases and chronic conditions, such
can be reduced through strengthening
medical facilities in your area. It provides information on the quality of care and
exercises.
lists hospitals with the lowest complication rates.
forward from the waist, twisting the
spine or lifting heavy weights.
If you have arthritis, be careful not
to overwork your affected joints.
breast cancer if you started menstruating before the age of
12 or if you experience menopause after the age of 55.
2
• having osteopenia, which is low bone mass
6
Protect your eyes from macular
degeneration with omega-3 fatty
acids, which are found in walnuts,
salmon, tuna and cod.
7
Combat aging with antioxidants,
which are found in blueberries, apples
and spinach.
• being postmenopausal, and particularly
having had early menopause
Because there aren’t many symptoms, you
may not know you have osteoporosis until
you break a bone. A bone mineral
density test (BMD) is a safe and painless
way to check your bone health.
8
As always, check with your doctor
before starting any exercise program.
Menstruation history. You will have a slightly higher risk of
• physical inactivity
that leads to reduced movement and
disease, illness and stress.
SUBIMO HOSPITAL ADVISOR – lets you search for quality ratings on hospitals and
Donate blood to protect your own
body from iron overload.
• low calcium intake
• smoking
and is less likely to be vulnerable to
as arthritis, diabetes and osteoporosis,
5
• prolonged use of certain medications,
autoimmune inflammation of the joints
a body is well-rested, it functions better
HEALTH RECORD – a confidential and secure space where you can track your
American Cancer Society
women to develop breast cancer, but African-American
OSTEOPOROSIS
more prone to fracture.
By starting with the Health Risk Assessment and learning your personal health risks,
4
• abnormal absence of menstrual periods
better when he or she is stronger or if
Source:
Race. White women are more likely than African-American
• family history of osteoporosis
searching a library of information from Healthwise® Knowledgebase and other
management using one of the online condition centers
Add turmeric, a spice that is loaded
with antioxidants, to your diet to
lower your risk of Parkinson’s and
Alzheimer’s diseases.
• thinness or small frame
trusted medical sources
• learn how to improve your lifestyle through fitness, nutrition and stress
3
Add vitamin D to your diet by eating
saltwater fish, eggs, fortified milk
and cereals to help decrease your
risk of osteoporosis.
• age
OSTEOPOROSIS
VS.
ARTHRITIS
the effects are comparable to antidepressant medications. It’s not clear if
• find information about medical conditions with links to additional resources by
Strength train to protect your bones,
have more endurance and think and
sleep better.
osteoporosis. Risk factors of developing osteoporosis include:
can improve your mental health, and
• receive health information and news tailored to your interests by setting your
2
and a change in one’s posture. It even can interfere with your ability to walk and
through both online and print resources. You can:
IMPROVE YOUR STATE OF MIND
1
If you have chronic pain, be sure
to consult your doctor to figure out
a treatment plan that can help
improve your immune system and
mental health.
and more prone to fracture. It can result in a loss of height, severe back pain
Web site. The HMC can provide you with comprehensive health care information
Assessment tool
FITNESS PROGRAM – LEAP (Lifetime Exercise Adherence Program) – an online
During the past year, many of you have
fitness program that lets you manage your fitness and provides access to health
been contacted by Matria, our TotalHealth
and fitness information.
vendor for condition management, but
The good news is that osteoporosis often
can be prevented. To keep your bones
strong, eat a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, exercise and do not smoke.
have not responded. Matria wants to
According to the National Institutes of Health, many people get less than half the
You can access these tools online through the NetBenefits Web site at
know why! You should have already
calcium they need. Good sources of calcium are low-fat milk, yogurt and cheese
www.netbenefits.fidelity.com. Look for the TotalHealth logo.
received a survey from Matria — please
and foods with added calcium, such as orange juice, cereals and breads. If needed,
complete it and return it as soon as
medications also can help.
3
10
Muscle mass is increased through
exercise, which boosts metabolic rates
• assess and understand your personal health risks using the Health Risk
IN
Look and feel better (and possibly take
10 years off your age) by trying some
of these recommendations.
SPEED UP YOUR METABOLISM
soundly and awaken less often. When
Aging. About 78 percent of women who are
THERE
Tufts University, however, strength training
possible. They appreciate your feedback!
4
9
10
Try to have a positive attitude – it can
help you live seven years longer than
someone who has a negative attitude.
Find out your personal healthy weight
and work to reach it or maintain it.
Do good deeds for others because it
will help you feel better and have a
larger social circle.
WOMEN'S HEALTH
GET
DEFY THE AGING ODDS
continued from front
INSIDE AND OUT – Knowing Your Risks
Chances are, you probably know someone in your life who has been diagnosed with breast or ovarian
cancer – considering one in eight women will develop breast cancer and one in 67 women will develop
ovarian cancer. That's why it’s important to know about these diseases and what you can do to help
prevent them from affecting your life.
BREAST CANCER
OVARIAN CANCER
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer
Ovarian cancer is the eighth most common
2007 STATISTICS
among women (after nonmelanoma skin cancer) and is the
cancer, but is the fifth most deadly.
About 15,280
women will die of
ovarian cancer
second-leading cause of cancer deaths after lung cancer.
Symptoms include swelling of the stomach
Symptoms include a new lump or mass (the most common
from fluid buildup, unusual vaginal bleeding,
sign), swelling in a part of the breast, pain in the nipple or
pressure in the pelvis, back or leg pain
discharge from it other than breast milk,
and long-term stomach pain.
and redness on either the nipple or
As with breast cancer, ovarian cancer
breast skin.
2007 STATISTICS
has controllable and uncontrollable
Breast cancer will take the
lives of 40,910 people –
40,460 women and 450
There are many risk factors
factors. The following are some of the
associated with this condition –
ones that can’t be controlled.
your lifestyle choices, and others
or older.
highlighted below. Although you
in the United States
Age. Most ovarian cancers occur after menopause, and half
of all types of ovarian cancers develop in women who are 63
you cannot, including the factors
Currently, there are
roughly two million
breast cancer survivors
Two-thirds of
women with
ovarian cancer are
55 or older
some you can change, such as
men (2,030 men will be
diagnosed this year)
2007 STATISTICS
2007 STATISTICS
may have risk factors of breast cancer,
there is no guarantee you will develop
Obesity. Researchers have found that overweight women
have a higher rate of death from the disease.
the disease. You also can further
protect yourself by being screened
Family history. Like breast cancer, your ovarian cancer risk is
at least once every year after the age
higher if your mother, sister or daughter has or had the disease.
of 40.
SPOTLIGHT ON
As shown through a study conducted at
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not only increases bone density, it also
reduces the risk for fractures among
women who are between the ages of
50 and 70.
As you age, so do your bones. That’s why it’s important to keep them strong and
and helps in the fight against weight
Whether you have a health-related question or concern, need to research the latest
protect them throughout your life – and especially as you get older. Osteoporosis
gain. The effects of weight gain can be
health news or want to plan a program to help you improve your health, the
is a condition in which there is a loss of bone tissue that leaves bones less dense
long-reaching and show up in the form
Health Management Center (HMC) can help. The HMC, provided by Fidelity and
of heart disease, high blood pressure,
WebMD®, is available, whenever you need it, by logging in to Fidelity’s NetBenefits
diabetes and other illnesses.
can cause prolonged or permanent disability. In fact, one out of every two women
and one in four men over age 50 will break a bone in their lifetime due to
Regular strength training exercises
own personal preferences
moods are lifted because a person feels
diagnosed with the disease are age 50 or older.
Estrogen replacement therapy. Some studies suggest that
women who use estrogens alone (and not a combination
of estrogens and progesterone) after menopause are at
Family history. Your risk for the disease is higher if you have
higher risk, but more studies
a close blood relative who has or had the disease and if the
are needed to learn the
disease occurs before age 50 in a relative.
actual risks.
the exercises change chemicals in the
involves a loss of bone
such as those used to treat diseases like
brain for the better, but it’s more than
tissue, which leaves
systemic lupus, asthma, thyroid deficiencies
bones less dense and
and seizures
the HMC can help you identify ways to lower your risks and track your improvement over time.
likely a combination of both.
SLEEP BETTER
People who exercise on a regular basis
fall asleep more quickly, sleep more
Take advantage of the online tools and resources on the HMC. There are several
tools available, such as:
women are more likely to die from the disease (experts now
believe that this group has more aggressive tumors).
ARTHRITIS involves a degeneration or
• excessive alcohol intake
function.
• being a white or Asian woman
Exercises that focus on stretching,
strengthening, posture and range of
motion are good choices for both.
health records and your family members’ health records. This information can
COMBAT THE EFFECTS OF DISEASES
If you have osteoporosis, be sure to
be printed out in a wallet-size card that you can take with you when you visit
The signs and symptoms of several
avoid activities that include bending
your doctor.
diseases and chronic conditions, such
can be reduced through strengthening
medical facilities in your area. It provides information on the quality of care and
exercises.
lists hospitals with the lowest complication rates.
forward from the waist, twisting the
spine or lifting heavy weights.
If you have arthritis, be careful not
to overwork your affected joints.
breast cancer if you started menstruating before the age of
12 or if you experience menopause after the age of 55.
2
• having osteopenia, which is low bone mass
6
Protect your eyes from macular
degeneration with omega-3 fatty
acids, which are found in walnuts,
salmon, tuna and cod.
7
Combat aging with antioxidants,
which are found in blueberries, apples
and spinach.
• being postmenopausal, and particularly
having had early menopause
Because there aren’t many symptoms, you
may not know you have osteoporosis until
you break a bone. A bone mineral
density test (BMD) is a safe and painless
way to check your bone health.
8
As always, check with your doctor
before starting any exercise program.
Menstruation history. You will have a slightly higher risk of
• physical inactivity
that leads to reduced movement and
disease, illness and stress.
SUBIMO HOSPITAL ADVISOR – lets you search for quality ratings on hospitals and
Donate blood to protect your own
body from iron overload.
• low calcium intake
• smoking
and is less likely to be vulnerable to
as arthritis, diabetes and osteoporosis,
5
• prolonged use of certain medications,
autoimmune inflammation of the joints
a body is well-rested, it functions better
HEALTH RECORD – a confidential and secure space where you can track your
American Cancer Society
women to develop breast cancer, but African-American
OSTEOPOROSIS
more prone to fracture.
By starting with the Health Risk Assessment and learning your personal health risks,
4
• abnormal absence of menstrual periods
better when he or she is stronger or if
Source:
Race. White women are more likely than African-American
• family history of osteoporosis
searching a library of information from Healthwise® Knowledgebase and other
management using one of the online condition centers
Add turmeric, a spice that is loaded
with antioxidants, to your diet to
lower your risk of Parkinson’s and
Alzheimer’s diseases.
• thinness or small frame
trusted medical sources
• learn how to improve your lifestyle through fitness, nutrition and stress
3
Add vitamin D to your diet by eating
saltwater fish, eggs, fortified milk
and cereals to help decrease your
risk of osteoporosis.
• age
OSTEOPOROSIS
VS.
ARTHRITIS
the effects are comparable to antidepressant medications. It’s not clear if
• find information about medical conditions with links to additional resources by
Strength train to protect your bones,
have more endurance and think and
sleep better.
osteoporosis. Risk factors of developing osteoporosis include:
can improve your mental health, and
• receive health information and news tailored to your interests by setting your
2
and a change in one’s posture. It even can interfere with your ability to walk and
through both online and print resources. You can:
IMPROVE YOUR STATE OF MIND
1
If you have chronic pain, be sure
to consult your doctor to figure out
a treatment plan that can help
improve your immune system and
mental health.
and more prone to fracture. It can result in a loss of height, severe back pain
Web site. The HMC can provide you with comprehensive health care information
Assessment tool
FITNESS PROGRAM – LEAP (Lifetime Exercise Adherence Program) – an online
During the past year, many of you have
fitness program that lets you manage your fitness and provides access to health
been contacted by Matria, our TotalHealth
and fitness information.
vendor for condition management, but
The good news is that osteoporosis often
can be prevented. To keep your bones
strong, eat a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, exercise and do not smoke.
have not responded. Matria wants to
According to the National Institutes of Health, many people get less than half the
You can access these tools online through the NetBenefits Web site at
know why! You should have already
calcium they need. Good sources of calcium are low-fat milk, yogurt and cheese
www.netbenefits.fidelity.com. Look for the TotalHealth logo.
received a survey from Matria — please
and foods with added calcium, such as orange juice, cereals and breads. If needed,
complete it and return it as soon as
medications also can help.
3
10
Muscle mass is increased through
exercise, which boosts metabolic rates
• assess and understand your personal health risks using the Health Risk
IN
Look and feel better (and possibly take
10 years off your age) by trying some
of these recommendations.
SPEED UP YOUR METABOLISM
soundly and awaken less often. When
Aging. About 78 percent of women who are
THERE
Tufts University, however, strength training
possible. They appreciate your feedback!
4
9
10
Try to have a positive attitude – it can
help you live seven years longer than
someone who has a negative attitude.
Find out your personal healthy weight
and work to reach it or maintain it.
Do good deeds for others because it
will help you feel better and have a
larger social circle.
MEN'S HEALTH
INSIDE AND OUT – Knowing Your Risks
While heart disease and cancer remain the leading causes of death for males, issues involving the
prostate affect men of all ages. Fortunately, not all problems with the prostate are cancerous, and most
conditions – if caught early – can be treated or, in some cases, cured.
Prostatitis, for instance, is an infection
According to the National Institutes
know it’s more common in African-American
of the prostate, which does not raise the
of Health, chronic prostatitis (lasting
men and men who have a family history
risk of getting prostate cancer. At one
more than three months) is the number-
of the disease. The male sex hormone
time, prostatitis was believed to be a
one reason men under the age of 50
testosterone also contributes to the
sexually transmitted disease, but recent
visit a urologist. There are three types
cancer’s growth.
research suggests that only a small number
of prostatitis:
of cases are passed on through sex.
MALES ANDSE –
MENOPAU FACT OR
FICTION?
According to the American Cancer Society,
Acute bacterial prostatitis – a sudden
about one out of every six menwill be
bacterial infection marked by inflammation
diagnosed with prostate cancer during his
of the prostate. Symptoms include
lifetime, but only one out of 34 will die
increased urinary frequency and urgency,
of the disease. About 80 percent of men
need to urinate at night, pain in the pelvis
who reach age 80 have prostate cancer.
and genital area, fever, chills, nausea,
vomiting and burning when urinating.
Survival rates for the disease are improving.
While there clearly are visible signs and symptoms
Left untreated, the condition can cause
Nearly 100 percent of men with prostate
that women experience menopause, or the
confusion and low blood pressure, and
cancer survive at least five years after
effects of changing hormones, there is some
may be fatal.
their diagnosis;
evidence that men may experience a similar
condition. Unlike menopause in women, the
93 percent
Chronic bacterial prostatitis – the result
survive at least
slower pace. Subtle changes in the function of
of recurring urinary tract infections that
10 years; and
the testis can occur as early as 45 to 50 years of
have entered the prostate gland. Symptoms
67 percent
age, and more dramatically after the age of 70.
are similar to those of acute bacterial
survive more
prostatitis (see above) but are less severe.
than 15 years.
male hormone, testosterone, declines at a
HELP
FROM
TOTALHEALTH
>>HEALTHHITS
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN HEALTH NEWS
NURSELINE IS YOUR
FIRST LINE OF DEFENSE
>>EXERCISE IS LINKED TO DECREASE IN
MENOPAUSE SYMPTOMS
NurseLine can help you find
answers to your health-related
questions and concerns. You can
call 866.425.2147 any time, day
or night, to talk with a registered
nurse who can provide immediate,
reliable medical advice or simply
answer your questions about
illnesses, medications or conditions.
Women may receive relief from menopause
symptoms by exercising, as reported in a recent
issue of Annals of Behavioral Medicine. Out of the
1.5 million women between the ages of 45 and 55
who reach menopause every year in the United
States, 80 to 85 percent experience irritability, mood
swings, hot flashes and night sweats. In the study,
which was conducted at Penn State University, 164
menopausal volunteers were divided into three groups. One met three times a
week to walk for an hour, the other met twice a week for 90-minute yoga sessions
and the other group didn’t exercise. The women in the walking group reported the
most improvement in mood, hot flashes and night sweats. The yoga group reported
similar, but slightly smaller, improvements. Experts say changes in lifestyle and
nutrition also can help decrease the symptoms.
>>HEART SURGERY MAY CONTRIBUTE TO BONE
MINERAL LOSS IN MEN
In addition, medical professionals
can talk with you about the healthrelated topics that matter most
to you, depending on your race,
gender and age. Learn about new
advances in breast and cervical
cancer screenings and discover the
symptoms and effects of prostatitis.
No matter what your concern,
NurseLine can help.
New research shows that bone mineral content
published in the American Journal of Cardiology,
evaluated changes in bone mineral and body
• depression
percent of the cases. Symptoms include
• weakness
• sexual problems
urinary and genital pain for at least three
out of six months and inflammation.
exam and ask about symptoms. If testosterone
Prostate cancer is the most common
levels are low, testosterone-replacement
cancer, excluding skin cancers, in
therapy may be recommended. However, this
American men. It is a malignant tumor
treatment does have potential risks and side
of the prostate, which usually grows
effects, such as worsening prostate cancer.
slowly. Many men who have the disease
If you think you could be at risk for prostate
will never know. Although the cause
cancer, talk to your doctor to learn more. He
or she even may recommend a new diet or
When 15 of the 26 subjects returned for a one-year follow-up, bone mineral
density in the total body, the legs and the arms was significantly decreased.
“Because there is a strong correlation between bone mineral and fracture risk,
To find out if you are experiencing the
condition, your doctor will perform a physical
tions to provide resources and programs
mineral content, before surgery and at three months and one year after treatment.
as an antidepressant, to help alleviate some
of the symptoms.
5
maintain overall health.
Help from
TotalHealth
medical and wellness benefit. TotalHealth
includes NurseLine, a personalized
health management program, lifestyle
Polytechnic Institute and State University. He advised that cardiac rehabilitation
management programs and prescription
should be undertaken as soon as possible after CABG surgery when appropriate.
medication benefits.
Your TotalHealth
Resources
for
ABB Retirees
DEFY THE AGING ODDS!
Your entire body is affected as you grow
these results. Here are some inexpensive
older – your organs, bones, muscles and joints.
alternatives:
But there are things you can do now to
• Hand-held weights. You can buy dumbbells, or use cans of food or plastic jugs
filled with water.
One of the safest and most effective forms
• Resistance bands. These durable bands,
of prevention is strengthening exercises.
cords or tubes stretch like a rubber band
Strength training doesn’t mean you have
and offer resistance for a variety of tensions.
to spend hours each day lifting weights. To
receive the health benefits of strength
• Your own body weight. Make
your weight work for you with
abdominal crunches, leg
4
training, most people only need two
to three 20- to 30-minute sessions
squats, push-ups and pull-ups.
4
a week, and likely will start to see
• Exercise ball. Improve
5
improvements within just a few
your balance and add
weeks. Remember to consult
variety to your routine
your health care professional
before starting any exercise
by using one of these
oversized balls.
program.
6
The TotalHealth program is a comprehensive
steps are taken to minimize bone losses,” said Dr. Larry E. Miller of Virginia
6
STRENGTHEN YOUR BONES
These exercises have
numerous health benefits,
especially when they’re
Because strength training also
helps make bones stronger, these
exercises are espe-
combined with an
cially important
active lifestyle, and
for women,
can help both men
whose bone
and women maintain
density (which is
strength, flexibility
and balance.
strongest when
they’re in their thirties)
declines sharply after
You don’t need a
menopause. In fact, every
gym membership or
year, postmenopausal
For more information, please visit
an exercise machine
women can lose one to two
the TotalHealth Web site at www.abb.
at home to achieve
percent of their bone mass.
us/totalhealth or call your NurseLine at
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Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health care provider. To contact us: 877.777.3150, WellCorp, Inc., 6565
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exercise program or other medications, such
designed to help members improve and/or
CABG patients may be at increased risk for osteoporotic fractures unless preventative
of prostate cancer is unknown, doctors
4
6
is a benefit offered by some organiza-
absorptiometry, a method of measuring bone
3
Health Hits
investigators also performed dual-energy X-ray
• fatigue
Osteoporosis vs.
Arthritis
Newsletter
prevent drastic changes later.
5
program. A health management program
pelvic pain syndrome – the most common
No Bones About It –
Osteoporosis Affects
Men and Women
2
Males and
Menopause –
Fact or Fiction?
TotalHealth is the ABB health management
form of the disease, accounting for 90
Spotlight on
ABB Benefits
page
YOUR RESOURCES
TOTALHEALTH
coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). A study,
and 79 years old, who underwent CABG. The
menopause. These symptoms include:
Women's Health:
Inside and Out –
Knowing Your Risks
Quarterly
Men's Health:
Inside and Out –
Knowing Your Risks
composition in 26 men, between the ages of 50
symptoms associated with the so-called male
I N
T H I S
I S S UE
declines significantly in men in the year following
who receive hormone-replacement therapy
Chronic nonbacterial prostatitis/chronic
A
Get There in 10
Doctors have reported that male patients
(testosterone) have had relief of some of the
SPRING 2007
6
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continued on page 3
MEN'S HEALTH
INSIDE AND OUT – Knowing Your Risks
While heart disease and cancer remain the leading causes of death for males, issues involving the
prostate affect men of all ages. Fortunately, not all problems with the prostate are cancerous, and most
conditions – if caught early – can be treated or, in some cases, cured.
Prostatitis, for instance, is an infection
According to the National Institutes
know it’s more common in African-American
of the prostate, which does not raise the
of Health, chronic prostatitis (lasting
men and men who have a family history
risk of getting prostate cancer. At one
more than three months) is the number-
of the disease. The male sex hormone
time, prostatitis was believed to be a
one reason men under the age of 50
testosterone also contributes to the
sexually transmitted disease, but recent
visit a urologist. There are three types
cancer’s growth.
research suggests that only a small number
of prostatitis:
of cases are passed on through sex.
MALES ANDSE –
MENOPAU FACT OR
FICTION?
According to the American Cancer Society,
Acute bacterial prostatitis – a sudden
about one out of every six menwill be
bacterial infection marked by inflammation
diagnosed with prostate cancer during his
of the prostate. Symptoms include
lifetime, but only one out of 34 will die
increased urinary frequency and urgency,
of the disease. About 80 percent of men
need to urinate at night, pain in the pelvis
who reach age 80 have prostate cancer.
and genital area, fever, chills, nausea,
vomiting and burning when urinating.
Survival rates for the disease are improving.
While there clearly are visible signs and symptoms
Left untreated, the condition can cause
Nearly 100 percent of men with prostate
that women experience menopause, or the
confusion and low blood pressure, and
cancer survive at least five years after
effects of changing hormones, there is some
may be fatal.
their diagnosis;
evidence that men may experience a similar
condition. Unlike menopause in women, the
93 percent
Chronic bacterial prostatitis – the result
survive at least
slower pace. Subtle changes in the function of
of recurring urinary tract infections that
10 years; and
the testis can occur as early as 45 to 50 years of
have entered the prostate gland. Symptoms
67 percent
age, and more dramatically after the age of 70.
are similar to those of acute bacterial
survive more
prostatitis (see above) but are less severe.
than 15 years.
male hormone, testosterone, declines at a
HELP
FROM
TOTALHEALTH
>>HEALTHHITS
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN HEALTH NEWS
NURSELINE IS YOUR
FIRST LINE OF DEFENSE
>>EXERCISE IS LINKED TO DECREASE IN
MENOPAUSE SYMPTOMS
NurseLine can help you find
answers to your health-related
questions and concerns. You can
call 866.425.2147 any time, day
or night, to talk with a registered
nurse who can provide immediate,
reliable medical advice or simply
answer your questions about
illnesses, medications or conditions.
Women may receive relief from menopause
symptoms by exercising, as reported in a recent
issue of Annals of Behavioral Medicine. Out of the
1.5 million women between the ages of 45 and 55
who reach menopause every year in the United
States, 80 to 85 percent experience irritability, mood
swings, hot flashes and night sweats. In the study,
which was conducted at Penn State University, 164
menopausal volunteers were divided into three groups. One met three times a
week to walk for an hour, the other met twice a week for 90-minute yoga sessions
and the other group didn’t exercise. The women in the walking group reported the
most improvement in mood, hot flashes and night sweats. The yoga group reported
similar, but slightly smaller, improvements. Experts say changes in lifestyle and
nutrition also can help decrease the symptoms.
>>HEART SURGERY MAY CONTRIBUTE TO BONE
MINERAL LOSS IN MEN
In addition, medical professionals
can talk with you about the healthrelated topics that matter most
to you, depending on your race,
gender and age. Learn about new
advances in breast and cervical
cancer screenings and discover the
symptoms and effects of prostatitis.
No matter what your concern,
NurseLine can help.
New research shows that bone mineral content
published in the American Journal of Cardiology,
evaluated changes in bone mineral and body
• depression
percent of the cases. Symptoms include
• weakness
• sexual problems
urinary and genital pain for at least three
out of six months and inflammation.
exam and ask about symptoms. If testosterone
Prostate cancer is the most common
levels are low, testosterone-replacement
cancer, excluding skin cancers, in
therapy may be recommended. However, this
American men. It is a malignant tumor
treatment does have potential risks and side
of the prostate, which usually grows
effects, such as worsening prostate cancer.
slowly. Many men who have the disease
If you think you could be at risk for prostate
will never know. Although the cause
cancer, talk to your doctor to learn more. He
or she even may recommend a new diet or
When 15 of the 26 subjects returned for a one-year follow-up, bone mineral
density in the total body, the legs and the arms was significantly decreased.
“Because there is a strong correlation between bone mineral and fracture risk,
To find out if you are experiencing the
condition, your doctor will perform a physical
tions to provide resources and programs
mineral content, before surgery and at three months and one year after treatment.
as an antidepressant, to help alleviate some
of the symptoms.
5
maintain overall health.
Help from
TotalHealth
medical and wellness benefit. TotalHealth
includes NurseLine, a personalized
health management program, lifestyle
Polytechnic Institute and State University. He advised that cardiac rehabilitation
management programs and prescription
should be undertaken as soon as possible after CABG surgery when appropriate.
medication benefits.
Your TotalHealth
Resources
for
ABB Retirees
DEFY THE AGING ODDS!
Your entire body is affected as you grow
these results. Here are some inexpensive
older – your organs, bones, muscles and joints.
alternatives:
But there are things you can do now to
• Hand-held weights. You can buy dumbbells, or use cans of food or plastic jugs
filled with water.
One of the safest and most effective forms
• Resistance bands. These durable bands,
of prevention is strengthening exercises.
cords or tubes stretch like a rubber band
Strength training doesn’t mean you have
and offer resistance for a variety of tensions.
to spend hours each day lifting weights. To
receive the health benefits of strength
• Your own body weight. Make
your weight work for you with
abdominal crunches, leg
4
training, most people only need two
to three 20- to 30-minute sessions
squats, push-ups and pull-ups.
4
a week, and likely will start to see
• Exercise ball. Improve
5
improvements within just a few
your balance and add
weeks. Remember to consult
variety to your routine
your health care professional
before starting any exercise
by using one of these
oversized balls.
program.
6
The TotalHealth program is a comprehensive
steps are taken to minimize bone losses,” said Dr. Larry E. Miller of Virginia
6
STRENGTHEN YOUR BONES
These exercises have
numerous health benefits,
especially when they’re
Because strength training also
helps make bones stronger, these
exercises are espe-
combined with an
cially important
active lifestyle, and
for women,
can help both men
whose bone
and women maintain
density (which is
strength, flexibility
and balance.
strongest when
they’re in their thirties)
declines sharply after
You don’t need a
menopause. In fact, every
gym membership or
year, postmenopausal
For more information, please visit
an exercise machine
women can lose one to two
the TotalHealth Web site at www.abb.
at home to achieve
percent of their bone mass.
us/totalhealth or call your NurseLine at
© WellCorp, Inc., 2007. All Rights Reserved. The content of this newsletter may not be reproduced in any form without the written
permission of WellCorp, Inc. This monthly newsletter is written by a team of credentialed and licensed health professionals,
medical writers and journalists. The medical information contained in it is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice.
Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health care provider. To contact us: 877.777.3150, WellCorp, Inc., 6565
Davis Industrial Parkway, Suite A, Solon, Ohio 44139.
exercise program or other medications, such
designed to help members improve and/or
CABG patients may be at increased risk for osteoporotic fractures unless preventative
of prostate cancer is unknown, doctors
4
6
is a benefit offered by some organiza-
absorptiometry, a method of measuring bone
3
Health Hits
investigators also performed dual-energy X-ray
• fatigue
Osteoporosis vs.
Arthritis
Newsletter
prevent drastic changes later.
5
program. A health management program
pelvic pain syndrome – the most common
No Bones About It –
Osteoporosis Affects
Men and Women
2
Males and
Menopause –
Fact or Fiction?
TotalHealth is the ABB health management
form of the disease, accounting for 90
Spotlight on
ABB Benefits
page
YOUR RESOURCES
TOTALHEALTH
coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). A study,
and 79 years old, who underwent CABG. The
menopause. These symptoms include:
Women's Health:
Inside and Out –
Knowing Your Risks
Quarterly
Men's Health:
Inside and Out –
Knowing Your Risks
composition in 26 men, between the ages of 50
symptoms associated with the so-called male
I N
T H I S
I S S UE
declines significantly in men in the year following
who receive hormone-replacement therapy
Chronic nonbacterial prostatitis/chronic
A
Get There in 10
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