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Walking and anything aerobic.
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FAVORITE PART OF LIVING IN ARIZONA:
Seeing the mountains each day and being near family.
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Recommended questions from John Sassano, DO:
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What can I do to get off specific maintenance medications?
Recommended questions from
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Is your glass half-empty or half-full? Answering this age-old question about positive thinking may say a lot about your outlook on life and your attitude toward yourself. Whether you’re optimistic or pessimistic may also affect your stress levels – and even your overall health. That’s why a positive attitude is also a healthy attitude.
Do you find that you’re constantly taking on more than you can really handle? Or that you keep agreeing to do things that you don’t really want to do? Are your dreams and goals falling by the wayside because you’re constantly helping someone else do the things that they’re trying to accomplish? It may be time to learn how to say “No!”
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YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
Paradise Valley Multi-Specialty
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LOCATION:
Create healthy habits, not restrictions. It will be better in the long term.
WORDS TO LIVE BY:
Donna Callicut, DNP-AGNP-C
EvernorthCareGroup.com
What preventive screenings are recommended for my age group?
What is my cardiovascular risk score?
What steps can I take to optimize good health?
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Practice overcoming negative self-talk
Learn to say “no” if you feel you’re taking on too much.
Find ways to manage your emotions.
Stress-free, worry-free, hands-free
Everyone can have a hard time controlling their emotional reactions sometimes — it’s part of being human. But if it happens often, these regulation tools may help.
John Sassano, DO
Donna Callicut, DNP, AGNP-C
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Evernorth Care Group.
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John Sassano, DO
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Practice overcoming negative self-talk
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Do you find that you’re constantly taking on more than you can really handle? Or that you keep agreeing to do things that you don’t really want to do? Are your dreams and goals falling by the wayside because you’re constantly helping someone else do the things that they’re trying to accomplish? It may be time to learn how to say “No!”
Learn to say “no” if you feel you’re taking on too much.
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Everyone can have a hard time controlling their emotional reactions sometimes — it’s part of being human. But if it happens often, these regulation tools may help.
Find ways to manage your emotions.
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Those are just some of the benefits of having virtual care while you’re on summer vacation.
Summer travel is all about fun – so leave the stress behind, especially if you’re concerned about needing to see a doctor while on vacation. Take advantage of virtual care services that you can use wherever the summer takes you. Here are some benefits to using it:
Take advantage of wellness visits; they can highlight minor issues before they become a larger problems.
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Thank you to our nurses at Evernorth Care Group for all of your contributions, compassion and the way you make an impact every day.
Have you ever left a doctor’s appointment unsure of what to do next? Or realized you forgot what you and your provider discussed? If so, your “After Visit Summary” can help. This printout is provided at the end of your appointment to summarize what was covered during your appointment. You will also be able to view it through your MyChart account.
Stress-free, worry-free, hands-free
Summer travel is all about fun – so leave the stress behind, especially if you’re concerned about needing to see a doctor while on vacation. Take advantage of virtual care services that you can use wherever the summer takes you. Here are some benefits to using it:
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On May 11th, the COVID-19 national emergency and public health emergency declarations expired. Due to this, EvernorthCare Group will make wearing masks optional for patients and staff. Please continue to be considerate of others.
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Learn to say “no” if you feel you’re taking on too much.
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Is your glass half-empty or half-full? Answering this age-old question about positive thinking may say a lot about your outlook on life and your attitude toward yourself. Whether you’re optimistic or pessimistic may also affect your stress levels – and even your overall health. That’s why a positive attitude is also a healthy attitude.
1. Practice overcoming negative self-talk
2. Learn to say “no” if you feel you’re
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Do you find that you’re constantly taking on more than you can really handle? Or that you keep agreeing to do things that you don’t really want to do? Are your dreams and goals falling by the wayside because you’re constantly helping someone else do the things that they’re trying to accomplish? It may be time to learn how to say “No!”
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3. Find ways to manage your emotions.
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Everyone can have a hard time controlling their emotional reactions sometimes — it’s part of being human. But if it happens often, these regulation tools may help.
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ENTERPRISE INFORMATION
1. Practice overcoming negative
National Nurses Week,
Practice overcoming negative self-talk
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Have a wellness exam coming up?
This month’s spotlight providers recommend asking these questions during your visit.
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Coming from Ohio, the sunshine!
FAVORITE PART OF LIVING
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I enjoy yoga.
FAVORITE FORM OF EXERCISE:
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Recommended questions from
John Sassano, DO
This month’s spotlight providers recommend asking these questions during your visit.
What is the best form of exercise for me?
What can I do to get off specific maintenance medications?
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What preventive screenings are recommended for my
What is my cardiovascular risk score?
What steps can I take to optimize good health?
Recommended questions from Donna Callicut, DNP, AGNP-C
Find ways to manage your emotions.
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REMINDER 01
On May 11th, the COVID-19 national emergency and public health emergency declarations expired. Due to this, Evernorth Care Group will make wearing masks optional for patients andstaff. Please continue to be considerate of others.
Masks optional at Evernorth Care Group
Don’t forget to like,
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Evernorth Care Group.
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We’ll be sharing provider and staff spotlights, patient testimonials, health tips, center updates, and even job openings. Be sure to connect with us so you don’t miss a thing.
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ENTERPRISE INFORMATION
Learn to say “no” if you feel you’re taking on too much.
Find ways to manage your emotions.
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Walking and anything aerobic.
FAVORITE FORMS OF EXERCISE:
The wonderful sunsets and stunning landscapes.
FAVORITE PART OF LIVING
IN ARIZONA:
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MAY IS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH,
INTEGRATED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES
Hospitals rely on blood transfusions every hour of the day, every day of the week. With the blood supply at its lowest level in over a year, Evernorth and Cigna Healthcare employees came to the rescue! On April 12, 41 employees donated enough blood to provide hope to over 100 members in our community.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Evernorth Care Group.
Create healthy habits, not restrictions. It will be better in the long term.
WORDS TO LIVE BY:
ENTERPRISE INFORMATION
FAVORITE FORM OF EXERCISE:
I love hiking.
Take advantage of wellness visits; they can highlight minor issues before they become a larger problems.
SERVICE SPOTLIGHT
Integrated Behavioral Health Services
With efficient visits and targeted, personalized care, we help you access all the services you need.
Get the facts: Dangers to stay away from when reading a nutritional label
There are many benefits to seeing an Evernorth Care Group audiologist for hearing aids instead of buying them over-the-counter. See the differences in this handy chart.
ENTERPRISE INFORMATION
Donna Callicut, DNP, AGNP-C
FUN FACTS+
Take advantage of wellness visits, they can highlight minor issues before they become a larger problem.
DOCTOR'S ORDERS:
John Sassano, DO
Create healthy habits, not restrictions. It will be better in the long term.
WORDS TO LIVE BY:
FUN FACTS+
Coming from Ohio, the sunshine!
FAVORITE PART OF LIVING IN ARIZONA:
I enjoy yoga.
FAVORITE FORMS OF EXERCISE:
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Patient Testimonials
We want to hear about any positive experiences you’ve had with Evernorth Care Group. Email WeTreatYouBetter@evernorth.com and your story may be featured in our monthly newsletter, social media, or website!
Thank you to our nurses at Evernorth Care Group for all of your contributions, compassion and the way you make an impact every day.
We want to hear about the positive experiences you’ve had with Evernorth Care Group.
Email WeTreatYouBetter@evernorth.com and your story may be featured in our monthly newsletter, on social media or on our website.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month – and now is a good time to check in on your self-care practices. That’s because self-care habits have been shown to help manage stress, lower risk of illness, and increase energy. Try these to start:
LEARN MORE
Summer travel is all about fun – so leave the stress behind, especially if you’re concerned about needing to see a doctor while on vacation. Take advantage of virtual care services that you can use wherever the summer takes you. Here are some benefits to using it:
+ Get faster service, limiting long wait times at an urgent care or convenience care clinic.
+ Minimize the spread of illness.
+ Get care via video or phone 24/7/365 – even on weekends and holidays.
+ Have a prescription sent directly to a local in-network pharmacy.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month – and now is a good time to check in on your self-care practices. That’s because self-care habits have been shown to help manage stress, lower risk of illness, and increase energy. Try these to start:
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Let’s face it: Medicare can be confusing. It can be easy to mix up what each letter means – like an alphabet soup. Test your knowledge on the ABCDs of Medicare.
Making sense of Medicare.
REMINDER 01
TAKE THE QUIZ
Connect with a provider virtually or send a message through MyChart at Evernorth Care Group who knows your health history.
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Based on a 2023 Evernorth Health Services Health Care in Focus report, patients rate virtual care services at over 94% satisfaction after their experience.*
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taking on too much.
and you are not alone.
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Over-the-counter (OTC) pharmacy sale
Through June 16, 2023, you can get 25% off select (OTC) medications at our 17 pharmacies. See a list of Evernorth Care Group pharmacies on our website.
*https://www.evernorth.com/articles/navigating-health-care-trends
Benefits of audiology.
REMINDER 02
There are many benefits to seeing an Evernorth Care Group audiologist for hearing aids instead of buying them over-the-counter. See the differences in this handy chart.
VIEW CHART
It takes all types
Spring is in the air – and so are these air-fryer recipes.
Those are just some of the benefits of having virtual care while you’re on summer vacation.
+ Connect with a provider virtually or send a
message through MyChart at Evernorth Care Group who knows your health history.
+ Get faster service, limiting long wait times at an
+ Minimize the spread of illness.
+ Get care via video or phone 24/7/365 –
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Practice overcoming negative self-talk
Learn to say “no” if you feel you’re taking on too much.
Find ways to manage your emotions.
National Nurses
Week,
May 6–12
Evernorth Care Group accepts several Medicare plans. Visit our website for more details.
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self-talk
Over-the-counter (OTC) pharmacy sale
Those are just some of the benefits of having virtual care while you’re on summer vacation.
urgent care or convenience care clinic
even on weekends and holidays.
+ Have a prescription sent directly to a local
in-network pharmacy.
+Connect with a provider virtually or send a message through MyChart at
+Get faster service, limiting long wait times at an an urgent care or convenience care clinic.
+Minimize the spread of illness.
+Get care via video or phone 24/7/365 – even on weekends and holidays.
+Have a prescription sent directly to a local in-network pharmacy.
Group who knows your health history.
Based on a 2023 Evernorth Health Services Health Care in Focus report, patients rate virtual care services at over 94% satisfaction after their experience.*
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Tip: Don't forget to ask your other health care providers if they offer virtual visits.
FUN FACTS+
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS
age group?
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month,
and you are not alone.
LEARN MORE
May is Mental Health Awareness Month – and now is a good time to check in on your self-care practices. That’s because self-care habits have been shown to help manage stress, lower risk of illness, and increase energy. Try these to start:
May 6–12
Let’s face it: Medicare can be confusing. It can be easy to mix up what each letter means – like an alphabet soup.
Test your knowledge on the ABCDs of Medicare.
Benefits of audiology.
VIEW CHART
Over-the-counter (OTC) pharmacy sale.
REMINDER 03
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Hospitals rely on blood transfusions every hour of the day, every day of the week. With the blood supply at its lowest level in over a year, Evernorth and Cigna Healthcare employees came to the rescue! On April 12 , 41 employees donated enough blood to provide hope to over 100 members in our community.
It takes all types
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Patient testimonials
Spring is in the air – and so are these air-fryer recipes.
GET RECIPE
Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Chicken Breasts
Evernorth Care Group accepts several Medicare plans.
Visit our website for more details.
If you have questions regarding Medicare you can contact at 1.800.MEDICARE (1.800.633.4227) or visit Medicare.gov.
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS
If you have questions regarding Medicare you can contact at 1.800.MEDICARE (1.800.633.4227) or visit Medicare.gov.
Through June 16, 2023, you can get 25% off select (OTC) medications at our 17 pharmacies. See a list of Evernorth Care Group pharmacies on our website.
Millions of people are affected by mental illness each year. In fact:
U.S. adults experiences mental illness
U.S. adults experiences serious
mental illness
of youth (6–17 years) experience a
mental health disorder
https://www.nami.org/mhstats
Evernorth Care Group has integrated behavioral health clinicians who will work with you to meet your goals. Our clinicians provide a collaborative approach that connect our primary
We help support on a range of topics, including:
+ Healthy behavior change
+ Weight management
+ Relaxation therapies
+ Sleep disturbances
+ Medication assessments
+ Substance use screening and treatment referrals
Additional hotline resources:
+ Maricopa County Crisis Line: 602.222.9444
+ Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988
+ National Domestic Violence Hotline, 24/7: 800.799.SAFE (7233)
+ National Sexual Assault Hotline, 24/7: 800.656.HOPE (4673)
For more information or answers to questions regarding Evernorth Care Group’s Integrated Behavioral Health Services, please reach out to your primary care provider (PCP) or call 800.233.3264.
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Watch this video on Evernorth Care Group Integrated Behavioral Health.
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care patients with the tools, resources, and support they need from Evernorth Care Group and local community services.
Chronic condition management (diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, irritable bowel syndrome
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National Domestic Violence Hotline, 24/7: 800.799.SAFE (7233)
National Sexual Assault Hotline, 24/7:
800.656.HOPE (4673)
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Evernorth Care Group has integrated behavioral health clinicians who will work with you to meet your goals. Our clinicians provide a collaborative approach that connect our primary
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Mental health concerns (depression, anxiety, stress) Chronic condition management (diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, irritable bowel syndrome
+ Mental health concerns (depression, anxiety, stress)
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Mental health concerns (depression, anxiety, stress)
Chronic condition management (diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, irritable bowel syndrome
Evernorth Care Group offers behavioral health assessments within 5 business days of when appointment is made.
+ Maricopa County Crisis Line: 602.222.9444
+ Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 988
