The Fidelis Care Blog 

Colorectal cancer is a disease in which cells in the colon or rectum grow out of control. It is the one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Almost 3,000 New Yorkers die from the disease every year. The risk is higher after age 50. Screening is important and can save lives. When found early, treatment is more likely to be successful. Talk to your primary care provider (PCP) about colorectal cancer and screening tests.

This year, Eating Disorders Awareness Week takes place from February 26 to March 3. This week raises awareness and promotes understanding about eating disorders. It is a good time to offer help and provide resources for support. Eating disorders are mental health problems that cause dangerous behaviors involving weight and food. These eating behaviors can cause serious health problems and sometimes result in death. Eating disorders can happen to anyone, but are much more common in women. Common eating disorders include anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder.

A good relationship with your doctor is very important. It can help improve the quality of your healthcare and your overall well-being. Here are some tips to help you find a provider and build a strong, lasting relationship.

Both preventive care and sick care are important to keep you healthy. But what is the difference? Preventive care means you are seeing your healthcare provider regularly to help you stay healthy. Regular well visits can help keep you from getting sick and find health problems early. On the other hand, sick care is when you see a provider because you are not feeling well.

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. Prevention and screening are the most important ways to fight cervical cancer. During the pandemic, many people did not get tested for cervical cancer or receive the HPV vaccine (shot) that helps prevent this cancer.