CHI - St. Luke's

Foundation Meeting Discover new ways you can serve the community by getting involved with the St. Luke's Foundation. Developing a relationship with the members of our community is one priority of the St. Luke's Foundation, and it extends to many other members of CHI as well. "Our Texas CEO, Michael Covert, will be a regular visitor to The Woodlands both in the fall and the spring," said May Cahill, Division Vice President, Development for CHI Texas. "He wants to get to know both the medical community and our community at large." EXCITING ENDEAVORS "We have had some exceptional generosity from donors in TheWoodlands to our Guardian Angel fund," May said. "This fund provides nancial assistance to qualifying low-income patients who may not otherwise be able to aord necessary medical treatments." A recently completed project is the buttery garden at CHI St. Luke's Health–The Woodlands Hospital. "Money from philanthropists in the community allowed us to create a memorial space for parents who have lost infants or children to illness," May said. "With its benches for contemplation, shaded trees, and walkway winding through the garden, it's a nice sanctuary for families visiting the hospital." If you're interested in supporting the vision of CHI St. Luke's Health, visit CHIStLukesHealth.org/give to learn more. Mission OUR Well-woman Checkups ON C h e c k I n CHIStLukesHealth.org | V1N1 | CHI St. Luke's Health 15 Your annual exam is more important to your overall health than you may realize. It's easy to get busy and forget to make an appointment for your annual checkup with your gynecologist. Your annual exam is important, though, and not only for your preventive health and wellness. It's an opportunity for you to reassure yourself that your body is working as it should, and for your provider to counsel you on maintaining a healthy lifestyle while managing any individual risk factors. Components of your annual exam may include: Physical exam. Your physical exam essentially takes stock of your overall health and assesses matters such as your weight, body mass index, blood pressure and other related factors. Pelvic exam. Pelvic exams are recommended beginning at age 21 or at the onset of sexual activity, and Pap smears are recommended every three years until age 65, unless otherwise indicated. Screenings. As part of your wellness checkup, you'll be screened for conditions like heart disease and diabetes, based on your risk factors. Vaccinations. Prevention is key to wellness, and your doctor will help you stay up to date on important immunizations. If you're looking for a doctor who oers well-woman checkups, visit CHIStLukesHealth.org/womens-health.

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