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Ready for a little Spring Cleaning?

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In our neck of the woods, spring has had a hard time presenting itself this year! Lots of very cool weather, snow late into May, and now rain that never seems to stop! But, nevertheless, it IS spring and time to get going with a bit of cleaning up!

How will you make “spring cleaning” work for you? For most people, gone are the days of spending uninterrupted time for several days airing out rooms, pounding the dust out of rugs, scrubbing down walls and floors for hours on end. We need a more streamlined approach. Something we can do in pieces.

We’ll start out by offering some great “recipes” for cleaning products you can create from natural products you have around the house. This will save you money and lend itself to a safer, more environmentally friendly cleaning session.

If you’d like to download a copy of Natural Cleaning Products for some great cleaning solutions, please click here> Natural Cleaning Products. And check back soon for more great information on making Spring Cleaning work for you!

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Caregiver Classes for Utah Valley—such a great service!

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I’ve recently become aware of amazing classes being offered by Mountainland Aging & Family Services Department. If you are caring for a family member or friend who is aging, chronically ill, has a disability or mental illness, you will find a variety of hands-on training classes on topics designed to help you. You will also have access to information on the many services available in the area to give you support and help!

Be sure to check out the schedule for all the details and information for you or someone you know! And pass the good news around!

Time Tip #10 — Learn and Practice

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Learn and practice.  Know what IS working well for you and recognize and acknowledge what IS NOT. Stop blaming others. Take baby steps–one thing at a time and recognize when you make progress and reward yourself!  Remember—it is the progress—not the perfection!

Leave time open. Having a few minutes in between appointments and tasks is a GOOD thing. It will allow you to make up for the unexpected and to actually breathe a little!

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Time Tip #9 — Stop Procrastinating

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Understand why you are procrastinating!  This may also be a habit!  It is important to know the difference between delaying tasks or decisions for appropriate reasons—such as obtaining more information—and procrastinating.  A few things to help you reform your habits:

  • Remember that unpleasant tasks rarely turn out to be as bad as you think.  Do them first—early in the day.  Reward yourself when you do!
  • When a task seems overwhelming—break it into smaller pieces.  Eat the elephant one bite at a time.  Clean the kitchen one countertop at a time!
  • Make up your mind!  Set a deadline for making a decision and choose what matters most in the decision.
  • Remember how great you will feel when you are finished!
  • Try not to be a perfectionist.  Remember that it is progress—not perfection that matters!  Doing something—anything—is better than doing nothing at all!
  • Remove distractions that take your focus off your task.  Close the door, turn off the TV or phone, whatever keeps you from beginning and finishing the task!

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Tips for a Visit to the Doctor’s Office

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In spite of the advances in medical care over the past years, there are still times when a visit to the doctor’s office becomes necessary. This varies for different people. When it is time for an appointment with your physician, there are some important things you can do to be prepared.

Listed below are some step-by-step items to  consider as you prepare for your visit. In addition, you may want to listen to Tips for a Visit to the Doctor’s Office on The Organized Woman Show. Also consider taking along a friend or family member to help you remember what you learn and to help you ask for the information you need. A notebook and pencil will help you remember also. Spending a little time prior to your visit will make the time spent with your doctor more productive.

CHECKLIST FOR YOUR VISIT WITH YOUR DOCTOR

Information for you to be prepared to share with your doctor:

1. Pay attention to your symptom(s). What is the location, duration, and character of the discomfort? What brings them on? What aggravates them? What relieves them?

2. List all your medications and dosing schedules. Include all prescription and nonprescription medications, supplements, vitamins, herbs, and minerals. You might bring them with you to show your doctor. That way, if there are questions about the dosing, there is no confusion.

3. List prior and current medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart attacks, or cancers.

4. List prior surgeries (appendectomy, hysterectomy, knee replacement, etc.), procedures (colonoscopy, mammography, upper GI x-rays, etc.), and hospitalizations. Bring any hospitalization records and procedure reports in your possession.

Questions for you to ask:

1. What do you think is the cause of my problem?

2. Is there more than one issue that could be causing this?

3. What tests will you do to diagnose my problems?

4. How accurate are these tests?

5. How safe are these tests?

6. What is the cost of these tests?

7. What is the likely course of this condition? What is the long-term outlook with and without treatment?

8. What are my options and how effective is each? What are the benefits versus the risks of each?

9. If my symptoms become worse, what should I do on my own? When should I contact you?

10. Are you aware of each of the medications that I am taking? Can they negatively interact with the medications you are prescribing?

11. Do I need to watch for side effects of the medications that you are prescribing or for their interactions with other medications I am taking?

Items to consider in follow-up care:

1. Do not stop prescribed medications on your own, even if your symptoms have improved. If your prescription runs out, ask your doctor whether you should obtain a refill.

2. If the prescribed treatment is not helping you, or is causing side effects, inform your doctor right away. He/she may have to reconsider the diagnosis and/or change the treatment.

3. If the doctor cannot offer you a firm diagnosis or help you with your symptoms despite repeated visits, it is a good idea to ask for another opinion. Most doctors will be glad to help their patients solicit second opinions or specialty consultations.

This is YOUR health and YOUR responsibility.

4. Always ask your doctor about your test results. Never assume that everything must be fine if you do not hear from the doctor’s office.

5. Inform your doctor if you are using alternative medicine or non-prescription remedies because some of these remedies may interact with your prescribed medications.

6. Educate yourself with credible medical information. Increasing your own knowledge about the characteristics of your particular condition, your medications, and their side effects can benefit you, your family, and your doctor. Information about your condition may be provided by your doctor. You can also find valuable information on the Internet. Be certain to look for credible Web sites.

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