TOVA Sickle Cell Empowerment 5K Run/Walk on Saturday Sept. 29th @ 9am wants to Thank our Sponsors & Champions

TOVA Community Health

Primary Specialty Care

302-429-5870 ext. 120

www.tovacommunityhealth.org

Join Dr. Anderson former John Dickinson Female Athlete of the Year at the Sickle Cell 5K Run/Walk on Sept. 29th!

TOVA Community Health

213 Greenhill Ave.

Wilmington, DE 19805

www.tovacommunityhealth.org

www.races2run.com

Letting Go is Letting Grow

Fall is just around the corner and the summer always seems to go by  quickly.  A new chapter in your child’s life is beginning whether it is going off to       Kindergarten or College.  A parent’s anxiety can be quite overwhelming. We all want to protect our children as much as we can and strive for them to achieve their best.  Most challenging is when your child is moving out and  going off to college.  A psychologist would always say that, “Letting Go is Letting Grow.”  As the cost of college increases and stakes are higher, we still must allow our children to find their place and know that we are still there for them.  Be encouraged that the foundation you have set for the first 18 years will follow them throughout their lives.  College is a time to explore new ideas and opportunities in life, mature and learn about themselves.  Keep in mind that their journey may take different paths.  Be supportive and keep the lines of communication open.  

     For more tips, click on,
             https://www.uwsuper.edu/fye/parents/upload/Letting-Go-FLSouthern.pdf

                                                TOVA Community Health

Primary Specialty Care

(302) 429-5870 

www.tovacommunityhealth.org

https://www.uwsuper.edu/fye/parents/upload/Letting-Go-FLSouthern.pdf

Rockin N Red for Sickle Cell Proudford Fund

TOVA Community Health

Primary Specialty Care

(302) 429-5870 ext. 120

www.tovacommunityhealth.org

Join TOVA @ Support Group Activity this Wednesday, Sept. 12th at 12 noon 'Summer Recap'

TOVA Community Health

213 Greenhill Ave.

Wilmington, DE 19805

(302) 429-5870 ext. 120

Take Your Man to the Doctor. What tips do you have?

Radio host, Tom Joyner founded a mass campaign called, “Take a Loved One to the Doctor” years ago which has helped many hesitant men get a    check-up.  The importance of preventative health maintenance is ever more  

important as the statistics show that the gender health gap has widened between the sexes.  According to the World Health Organization’s Global   Burden of Disease study, women tend to have a longer life expectancy than men.  Oftentimes, men do not like discussing their personal health issues with their loved ones and wait to seek care when the condition is in an advanced stage. There are many reasons and excuses given such as ‘they are always looking for something’ to delay going.  It is important to find a healthcare provider that he feels comfortable talking with about his personal health   concerns and is invested into helping him make strides towards living a healthy lifestyle. Once you have found a primary care provider, it is a good idea to help facilitate scheduling the appointment and completing the necessary paperwork.  

    It is also important to advocate by attending (or a family member)  the    appointment  to help bring out questions that he may not ask.  Before the    visit, get a copy of his medical summary which should include his current medicines.  Write down one to three questions that need to be discussed. Ensure him that going to the doctor is just a step towards living a healthier lifestyle.  Though it may be uncomfortable and invasive (like drawing blood), it can help prolong your man’s life.  Frankly, “Taking your Man to the       Doctor” is just worth the investment.  I declare, October as  “Take Your Man to the Doctor Month.^TM”  Let’s Get Started!     

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                                                              Primary Specialty Care
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September is National Sickle Cell Awareness Month

TOVA Community Health

Primary Specialty Care

(302) 429-5870

www.tovacommunityhealth.org