Ashtabula County Medical Center | ACMC Pulse | Winter 2018

ACMC Pulse  • acmchealth.org 11 Be Well Kids Clinics Roy Kim, MD Cleveland Clinic Between birth and 18 years old, children and teens should receive a variety of vaccines, including those for: Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention + + Chickenpox. + + Diphtheria. + + Hepatitis A and B. + + Hib ( Haemophilus influenzae type b). + + HPV (human papillomavirus). + + Influenza (yearly flu shots). + + Measles. + + Meningococcal disease. + + Mumps. + + Pneumococcal disease. + + Polio. + + Rotavirus. + + Rubella. + + Tetanus. + + Whooping cough. Our kiddos: It’s our job to protect them CHILDHOOD OBESITY is obviously a major health problem in the United States. Ashtabula County Medical Center (ACMC) is bringing in Cleveland Clinic Children’s to combat obesity in Ashtabula County. Ashtabula County parents and children ages 12 to 18 are invited to join us for a series of Be Well Kids Clinics. Overcoming childhood obesity “Our Be Well Kids Clinics give parents an opportunity to meet with a team of health professionals to map out a strategy to help their child overcome obesity and related health problems,” said Roy Kim, MD, Cleveland Clinic Pediatric Endocrinologist. Childhood obesity may cause a child to have poor self-esteem or negatively affect their quality of life. Obesity can also lead to other health complications, such as: + + Anxiety. + + Asthma. + + Constipation. + + Depression. + + Exercise intolerance. + + False brain tumors. + + Gallstone problems. + + Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). + + Growth disorders. + + Hypertension. + + Insulin resistance, prediabetes or type 2 diabetes. + + Metabolic syndrome. + + Nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). + + Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). + + Prehypertension. + + Skin problems. + + Sleep disturbances. About Be Well Kids Clinics At the Be Well Kids Clinic, parents and children meet with a pediatric endocrinologist, dietician, licensed social worker and personal trainer for sessions that include care planning, meal planning, the social impact of obesity, behavior changes and physical activity education. Be Well staff may recommend a variety of options for families, including the use of technology to track your child’s calories, exercise habits and sleep time. Other TIME FOR A CHECKUP? For more information about the Be Well Kids Clinic, call 440-994-7673 . Family health suggestions may include preparing meals as a family to learn to make healthier eating choices. The cost of the Be Well medical appointments may be covered by your insurance, but it is best to contact your insurance carrier to review your family’s coverage.