SLIDE 1 Health and Wholeness
New York Annual Conference 2016 Bishop’s Convocation
- Dr. Mackie L. Harper Norris
SLIDE 2 HEALTH
The complete state of physical, mental, social well being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
World Health Organization
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OR
“A continuous and victorious encounter with the powers that deny the existence and goodness of God. . . . . . It is the sign of God’s victory and a summons to His service.”
from God’s Healing Community by Frank Bateman Stanger
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As you ought not to attempt to cure the eyes without the head, or the head without the body, so neither you ought to attempt to cure the body without the soul… for the part will never be well unless the whole is well. Plato
SLIDE 5 HEAL
“TO TOUCH WITH LOVE THAT WHICH WE PREVIOUSLY TOUCHED WITH FEAR.”
Stephen Levine
SLIDE 6 Factors influencing health Status
50% 20% 20% 10% Behavior Choices Heredity Environment medical issues
SLIDE 7 ISSUES RELATED TO HEALTH
- Health is a behavioral issue
- Health is an economic issue
- Health is an education issue
- Health is a justice issue
- Health is a peace issue
- Health is a political issue
- Health is a social issue
- Health is a spiritual issue
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Top 10 causes of death in theU.S. ( 2013 data)
Heart disease Cancer
Chronic Lower Respiratory disease Accidents Stroke Alzheimer’s Disease Diabetes Influenza and Pneumonia Kidney disease Suicide
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#1 Heart disease deaths
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Keys to protecting the heart
Diet low in salt, refined sugars, saturated fats, cholesterol Diet high in fresh fruits and vegetables Reduce stress levels Exercise regularly Quit smoking Insure safe use of prescribed and OTC medications
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#2 Malignant neoplasms (cancers) Deaths from cancers 2013
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Estimated cancer related deaths for men 2015
Lung and bronchus – 86360 Prostate – 27540 Colon and Rectal – 26100 Pancreas – 20710 Liver/intrahepatic bile duct 17030 Leukemia – 14210 Urinary bladder – 11510 Non-Hodgkin lymphoma - 11480
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Estimated cancer related deaths for women 2015
Lungs and bronchi – 71660 Breast – 40290 Colon and rectal – 23600 Pancreas – 19850 Ovarian – 14180 Leukemia – 10240 Uterine – 10170 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - 8310
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Prevention
Proper nutrition Exercise Proper body weight Clean air environment Smoking cessation Protection from excessive sun exposure EARLY DETECTION through screening
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#3 Chronic lower respiratory disease
5.74 % of total deaths Includes asthma, emphysema, bronchitis
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#4 Unintentional Injury (accidents)
Motor vehicle Other land transport accidents Water, air, space accidents Accidental discharge of firearms Accidental drowning and submerging Falls Accidental exposure to smoke, fire, flames Accidental poisoning/noxious substances
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Deaths from accidents
5.02% of total deaths The leading cause of death for ages 1-44 31% of all traffic deaths are alcohol related
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Accident prevention
Seat belts at all times Gun safety Boat safety No drinking, texting, and driving Environmental safety for fall prevention Alert system for those vulnerable Smoke/ fire alarms Clear exit path and plan
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#5 Cerebrovascular accident (stroke)
Conditions that develop as a result of problems with the blood vessels that supply the brain. Include stroke Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA) Subarachnoid hemorhage Vascular Dementia
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Stroke deaths 2013
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CVA prevention
Healthy diet Managing a healthy weight Sufficient exercise Not smoking Limiting alcohol use Managing cholesterol levels Managing Diabetes Managing heart disease Taking meds correctly Controlling blood pressure Staying hydrated Managing stress
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#6 Alzheimer’s Disease
One of the dementias 3.26% of all deaths 23.5 per 100,000 Between 2000 and 2013deaths increased by 71% as compared to 14% decrease for heart disease Estimated 5.3 million diagnosed in 2015 200,000 younger than 65 years 2/3 of seniors living with Alzheimer’s are women
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Alzheimer’s Disease deaths by gender
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#7 Diabetes mellitus data 2013
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#8 Influenza and Pneumonia
2.19% of total deaths Age adjusted rate – 15.9 per 100,000 Proper handwashing and immunizations best precaution along with proper diet and exercise
SLIDE 26 #9 Kidney disease
1.81% of total deaths Age adjusted rate 13.2 Often associated with
Often undiagnosed Kidney transplants have reduced number
disease and more donors are needed
SLIDE 27 # 10 Suicide
1 suicide for every 25 attempts 41,149 or 1.56% of deaths in 2013 Higher in young adult age group Often manifested in risky behavior 1% of adult population reported made plans but never carried them
Firearms most frequently used modality
SLIDE 28 Factors influencing health Status
50% 20% 20% 10% Behavior Choices Heredity Environment medical issues
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Physical Health management
Proper nutrition Regular exercise regimen Annual examination Immunizations as appropriate Age/gender appropriate diagnostics Stress reduction and management Adequate water intake
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Medications as ordered (dosage and duration Vision screening/management Hearing evaluation Dental evaluation and care Properly fitting footwear “Take Time to Breathe” Regular, uninterrupted periods of rest Laugh often
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Mental Health Management
Rest Recreation Diversion/Fun Stress management Meaningful/Supportive relationships Pleasure in work Opportunities for creativity “Off” time Understanding of self
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Psychological Wellbeing
The major barrier to psychological well- being is the poor management of stress Hastiness and superficiality are the psychic diseases of the late 20th and early 21st centuries Self care is a significant component of spiritual wholeness Authentic friendship circle Effective communication skills
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Spiritual Wellbeing
Develop and maintain a close relationship with GOD through prayer, scripture, and meditation Identify purpose in your life Frequent, meaningful corporate worship Establish a routine to feed the soul Serve God through serving others Regular periods of Shalom
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Financial wellbeing
Financial planning End-of-life decisions (DPA, will, DNR) Sound budgeting practices and periodic review
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Remember We are Easter People Living in a Good Friday World
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Thank you for your attention and participation. My hope for you is that you will always BE WELL!!!
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NORRIS & ASSOCIATES Mackie L. Harper Norris
PhD, MN, RN
726 Lexington Avenue Jonesboro, GA 30236 678-610-9239 mhnorris@prodigy.net
