Why Luminis Health for Cancer Prevention and Screening?At Luminis Health, we place a high priority on cancer prevention and screening. We offer:Cancer prevention programs. We offer workshops, education, and outreach programs. For example, in 2020 we held 105 community events on tobacco and vaping, reaching thousands of people.Special cancer screenings. We offer annual screenings to people at high risk for certain cancers, such as lung cancer. In 2020, we diagnosed 18 people with lung cancer after screening with the low-dose CT scan.Genetic counseling. Our highly trained genetic counselors can evaluate your risk of getting cancer and suggest lifestyle changes based on your family history. Screening for early detectionSome cancers don't cause any symptoms in the early stages. By the time you have symptoms, the cancer may have spread or be difficult to treat. A simple screening test can catch many of these cancers early on.Early detection through screening leads to greater survival rates for breast, colorectal, lung and cervical cancer. Another bonus: If doctors find the cancer in its early stages, you may have the option of having less invasive treatments.
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Cancer Prevention and Screening
According to the American Cancer Society, one in three people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Thankfully, there are steps you can take to reduce your risk of getting cancer.What Is Cancer Prevention and Screening?The American Institute for Cancer Research suggests that up to 50% of cancers are preventable. When it comes to cancer, prevention has the power to save more lives than even the most up-to-date treatment. You can cut your cancer risk through healthy lifestyle choices, vaccinations and screenings.At Luminis Health, our goal is to stop cancer in its early stages — or even before it begins — through prevention programs and regular cancer screenings. If you're uninsured or underinsured, we have programs and services that can help cover screening costs.We're dedicated to lowering your risk factors for many types of cancer. We offer support to quit smoking and make other healthy lifestyle choices, giving you the best odds of a healthy, cancer-free life.
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Pregnancy Complications
How We Manage Pregnancy Complications at Luminis HealthGrowing a whole other life is miraculous, but it's not easy. Pregnancy can stress the body and cause health problems. These health issues can sometimes pose risks to babies too.At Luminis Health, we closely follow your health so we can respond to the earliest signs of complications. This way, we can keep you and your baby safe.
Why Use Our PT360 Home Physical TherapyKeeping you as safe and mobile as possible at home is our number one priority. Our team takes the worry out of adapting to a new mobility aid or recovering from injury or surgery. Choose us because:We're already connected to your care team. Since we're all part of Luminis Health, we've got close working relationships with many Luminis programs. We communicate with your referring doctor, whether you're recovering from hip fracture repair or preparing for spinal surgery. This helps ensure you get top-notch care. It also means less work for you. We receive your medical records directly — with no need to waste time tracking them down yourself before coming to see us.We'll come to you. Few hospital physical therapy services are equipped for home visits. But there's no substitute for seeing you in your own home environment. We do in-home evaluations before or soon after surgery. We'll also come to you for your first few exercise and rehabilitation sessions. We offer in-person appointments for patients who live in our region. Live out of our service area? We can do your home evaluation via a video link.We have experienced, specialized therapists. Our team specializes in this type of care. We're the physical therapy service surgeons at Luminis Health trust to care for their patients.We make seeing us as easy as possible. We offer extended hours and Saturday appointments. When you switch to in-clinic visits, we've got many locations. Plus, we accept most types of insurance.
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PT360 Physical Therapy
PT360 brings physical therapy right to your home. We do home evaluations and advise you on how to maximize your safety and mobility after surgery or injury. PT360 is an extension of outpatient physical therapy services performed in the home and covered by insurances, including Medicare part B.What is PT360 Home Physical Therapy?Facing surgery in the immediate future? Certain features or items in your home may suddenly become hazardous or make some activities difficult, if not impossible.Not to worry. Our PT360 physical and occupational therapists are experts at risk minimization. That means you can enjoy the benefits of home faster and as safely as possible.We spot potential dangers invisible to the average person. We're equally experienced at helping people with limited mobility find ways of doing the things they need to do, too. In other words, they can help you maximize the safety of your home—and your mobility.If you're having surgery, a PT360 therapist can visit your home to prepare you ahead of time. This is often done before joint replacement, spinal or breast cancer surgery.
Tips for Finding a Doula1. Start looking early in your pregnancyChoosing a doula early in your pregnancy will give you time to get to know each other and get comfortable with your birth plan.2. Talk to other familiesTalking with friends who have used a doula about their experience can help you start and even narrow your search. Technology – Facebook groups, a Google search for other online groups and forums – can connect you with other moms in your area.3. Talk with the provider who’s caring for you during your pregnancyLet your doctor or midwife know you’re planning on having a doula as part of your labor and delivery team. And if your provider has worked with a doula in the past, they may be able to offer a recommendation.4. Check with doula certification programsMost programs offer national, and even global, online directories of certified doulas that you can search by location.5. Interview potential doulasYou not only want to gather important information about them and their background, but you also need to get a feel for whether your personalities are a good fit.6. Know your Healthcare CoverageReach out to your insurance provider to see if they cover the cost of having a doula by your side during childbirth. Also, don’t forget about your HSA/FSA accounts– they may chip in to help cover those expenses, giving you some extra peace of mind during this special time.7. Trust your gutWhen you choose someone to provide any service, there’s no doubt experience and technical skills are must-haves. But soft skills, such as communication, empathy and teamwork, come into play too. Pay attention to how you connect with and feel when you’re with them. No one knows you and what you need better than you do. Listen to and follow your instincts.
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Doula Support
Welcoming your support teamWhether it’s your first baby or you’re adding a brother or sister to the family, having a safe, healthy and positive labor experience is what every family wants.One option for many women and their partners is to include a doula as part of their care team.A doula is a trained, non-medical, professional who nurtures, supports and offers guidance for families throughout labor and delivery, and after the birth. Doulas offer a wide range of services, including help with breastfeeding as well as postpartum care.Studies show a doula’s continuous labor support benefits mom and baby in many ways. It can often mean:• A more satisfying birth experience• Less need for pain medications• Less likelihood of needing a cesarean delivery• Shorter laborAt Luminis Health, we support the inclusion of doulas as part of your care team through pregnancy, labor and delivery.*Luminis Health uses a third party event registration service. Please note that EventBrite will be facilitating the event registration process and will handle any personal information collected in accordance with the EventBrite Privacy Policy.