| | | CommonHealth’s Weekly Wellnote
| Simple, science backed guidance for a healthy workforce
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| | Cold and Flu Season: Let Virtual Care Come to You
| As cold and flu season approaches, we often dread just how difficult it can be to see a primary care physician. While urgent care facilities have the benefit of being seen more quickly, they often require long wait times while already not feeling well and being exposed to others who may also be sick with other illnesses. That’s where virtual care becomes such a convenient benefit because getting care doesn’t always require leaving home.
| Virtual care can put a healthcare professional just a few clicks away, making it a convenient option for common symptoms like cough, congestion, sore throat, fever, and body aches. Best of all, you can get guidance from the comfort of your couch while helping reduce the spread of germs at work and in the community.
| All health plans offered to The Local Choice (TLC) employees include virtual care options. See your health plan information or contact your health plan provider for details and eligibility confirmation.
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| Tips For Virtual Care: Virtual Care 101
| | • | Prepare for your appointment: Check your internet, camera, microphone, and device before your appointment, and have your medication and allergy list ready.
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| | • | Find a private space and use your camera: Choose a quiet, well-lit location where you can speak comfortably and turn on your camera to help your provider observe you.
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| | • | Know your symptoms: Be prepared to share when symptoms started and any changes you've noticed.
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| | • | Check your vitals: Have recent temperature, blood pressure, weight, at-home test results, or other readings available as appropriate.
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| | • | Write out questions and take notes: Write out any questions so you don't forget them, and take notes during the visit.
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| | • | Know when to seek urgent care: Seek urgent or emergency care for severe or rapidly worsening symptoms such as trouble breathing, chest pain, confusion, or significant dehydration. Virtual care is a great first stop for mild illness but should never replace in-person care for severe cases.
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| UPCOMING
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| Thriving Through Menopause & Perimenopause Webinar
Wednesday, October 21 | 12:00pm
Explore practical strategies for managing symptoms of menopause and perimenopause, and discover ways to thrive during this transition. While this webinar is hosted by Sentara, it is available to ALL employees. Register now.
| Women’s Health Webinar
Wednesday, October 21 | 12:00pm
Learn more about women's top health issues including breast cancer, osteoporosis, heart disease, and reproductive health. While this webinar is hosted by Kaiser Permanente, it is available to ALL employees. Register now.
| CommonHealth’s 2026 Turkey Trot Challenge
November 1 - 30
Move for 20 minutes (or more) per day on at least 25 out of the 30 days in November. All types of movement counts—walking, rolling, running, hiking, raking leaves, etc. Register to join the challenge.
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