June 15‐21 is Quit Week in North Dakota and it can be the start of something great if you make it your time to quit tobacco! Quitting smoking lowers the risk for many adverse health effects including 12 types of cancer, lung disease, poor reproductive health outcomes, cardiovascular diseases, and COPD. Combining cessation counseling and medication gives a person the best chance of quitting for good. Many people need several tries to successfully quit, but you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out to professionals at CCCHC to get started during #QuitWeek

June 1‐7 is National CPR and AED Awareness Week. We are pleased to support the American Heart Association and its important mission to increase survival from cardiac arrest. We are asking our communities to please take 90 seconds of your day to learn the lifesaving skills of Hands-Only CPR.

Learn the two simple steps to Hands‐Only CPR by watching the video at: www.heart.org/handsonlycpr

This unique program is designed for providing free or discounted care to those who have no means or limited means to pay for their services (uninsured and/or underinsured). In addition to quality healthcare, patients of Sakakawea Medical Center (SMC) are entitled to financial counseling with a representative from our Business Office who can offer possible solutions for those who cannot pay in full. To find out more about this valuable service contact the SMC Business Office at 7017487264.

This program offers discounted pricing on office visits and services provided by our medical home team at CCCHC. Individuals with or without insurance may qualify. The program is based on household income and size and may reduce your costs anywhere from 20%‐100%. This program may benefit you and your family during the COVID‐19 pandemic. You can find an application online at www.coalcountryhealth.com or call Heidi at 7018734445 with any questions.

Mental health is an important part of overall health and includes emotional, psychological, and social well‐being. Good mental health improves our ability to handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. We have telehealth appointments available to address any mental or behavioral health issues you may be experiencing. Call 7018734445 to schedule an appointment today.

Coal Country Community Health Center — Beulah, Hazen, Center and Killdeer Clinics will be closed on Monday, May 25^th in observance of Memorial Day. Regular business hours resume Tuesday, May 26^th.

Mental health challenges can happen to anyone, anywhere. Last year, Coal Country Community Health Center provided services to over 6,500 patients for a variety of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, attention deficit disorder, and other mental health disorders. We have telehealth appointments available to address any mental or behavioral health issues you may be experiencing. Call 7018734445 to schedule an appointment today.

Coal Country Community Health Center — Beulah, Hazen, Center and Killdeer Clinics will be closed on Monday, May 25^th in observance of Memorial Day. Regular business hours resume Tuesday, May 26^th.

With more than 3.3 million people diagnosed annually, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Fortunately, skin cancer is also one of the most preventable forms of cancer and highly treatable when detected early. Sunscreen alone is not enough, seek the shade and cover up with clothing, a hat and sunglasses. Examine your skin and see your physician every year for a skin exam.

Talk to us today about the solutions available to help you take the first step towards recovery. Our goal is to provide assistance to individuals and families who experience emotional and coping problems and those who have serious and persistent mental illness. Services are available for children, adolescents and adults. These services qualify under the Sliding Fee Scale. Call CCCHC for more information, 7018734445.