Health & Wellness
 DiabetesAvMed’s Diabetes program provides our members with educational materials and tools, and implements safe and effective interventions while supporting the American Diabetes Association’s Clinical Practice Guidelines. AvMed strives to improve self-management knowledge and skills through member education, thereby reducing potential long-term complications. |
Hypertension
Nearly one in three American adults have high blood pressure. Once high blood pressure develops, it usually lasts a lifetime. The good news is that it can be treated and controlled. AvMed has tips to help you manage your blood pressure.
Asthma
AvMed’s asthma program helps you to understand asthma and better manage your disease through education, understanding the medications available, self-management practices, and environmental control actions you can take. You can take control of your asthma by working with your primary care physician or specialist and by following the helpful tips given here.
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AvMed was the proud sponsor of the Children's Asthma Coloring Contest
that took place in 2007. There were two categories according to
each age group: 5-11 years old, and 12-17 years old. The
first prize winners for the coloring contest are:
- Garland E. Stafford III (age 8)
Theme: What a well controlled asthmatic person looks like.
Title of drawing: I can do anything!
- Stephanie Gonzalez (age 15)
Theme: If you could see it, what would a healthy breath look like?
Title of drawing: The Breath of Life
- Garland E. Stafford III (age 8)
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What is Asthma?
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Working With Your Doctor
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Get
a Written Asthma Action Plan
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Know Your Triggers
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Warning Signs of an Asthma Flare Up
- Understanding Asthma Medicines
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