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Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × What Is Autism? How We Can Help You and Your Child April is Autism Awareness Month. At Community Health Choice, we care about you and your family. We want to help you learn more about autism and how to get support if you need it. What Is Autism? Autism is a condition that affects how a person learns, talks, plays, and acts with others. Some kids with autism talk a lot while others may not talk much at all. Some might like being around people and others may like to play alone. Every child with autism is different. Signs of

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Understanding Parkinson’s Disease April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness Month! Let’s learn more about this condition that affects so many people. What is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s Disease is a brain disorder that affects movement. It happens when certain brain cells, which make a chemical called dopamine, start to die (or are damaged). Dopamine helps control movement. When the body doesn’t have enough dopamine, it becomes harder to move smoothly. What are the Symptoms? Here are some common motor symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease: Tremors: Shaking, often in the hands or fingers (and feet). This is often the first sign people notice. Slow Movement (Bradykinesia): Everyday

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Taking Care of Your Health After Having a Baby After having a baby, it’s important to take care of your health. That means going to checkups, picking the right birth control, and doing things to stay healthy. Here’s a guide to help you know what to do. Postpartum Checkups: Why You Need Them A postpartum checkup is a doctor’s visit to make sure you’re healing and feeling okay after giving birth, and that you have the support you need at home. This visit usually happens 4-6 weeks after your baby is born. Here’s what might happen at your checkup: Body

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Easy Tips for Remembering to Take Your Asthma Medicine Taking care of your asthma is not just about having the right medicine, it is about using it the right way. If you don’t follow your doctor’s instructions, your asthma can get worse. Here are some tips to help you stick to your treatment plan. Why Is Taking Medicine the Right Way Important? Asthma medicine does two important things: Controller Medicines: These are taken every day to keep your airways calm. The medicine can lessen inflammation and swelling, prevent asthma attacks and help with chronic symptoms. Rescue Medicines: These help quickly

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × How Asthma is Diagnosed in Children vs. Adults Asthma is a health problem that makes it hard to breathe. Both children and adults can get asthma, but the way doctors check for it is different based on the person’s age. Children and adults may have the same symptoms, but the way doctors find out what is wrong can be different. What Are the Signs of Asthma? A whistling sound when breathing (wheezing) Trouble breathing or feeling out of breath A tight feeling in the chest Coughing that doesn’t stop, especially at night or early in the morning These symptoms happen

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Dismiss this alert. Tips for Taking Charge of Your Health! Do you, or someone you know, live with a condition like diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, COPD, asthma, obesity, depression, cancer, arthritis, chronic kidney disease or another long-term medical condition. These are all chronic conditions, which means they stay with you, but they don’t have to control you. You can be in charge of your health! Here are some tips to help you manage your condition(s) and feel your best: Be on the same team as your doctor:Think of your doctor as your coach. Your doctor wants

Are you a CHIP or STAR (Medicaid) Community Member? This article is for our Marketplace Members. We have resources dedicated especially for you on The Sun. Click here >> × Dismiss this alert. Stay Healthy This Holiday Season The holidays are here, and so is flu season. Protecting your health is the best gift you can give yourself and your loved ones. Getting your flu shot is safe, effective, and free with most health plans. It can also keep it from being as bad if you do end up getting sick. Want more tips to stay healthy this season? Watch this video from Dr. Rachael Roberts, Community Health Choice’s Associate Medical Director. In the video, Dr. Roberts shares some tips about how you can keep yourself healthy and enjoy the