Kern Family Health Care | Family Health | Spring 2021

FAMILY HEALTH 4 When telehealth might be your best option The next time you schedule a doctor’s visit, you may want to try a telehealth service. This includes talking to a doctor via video chat, text messages or calls. Scheduling telehealth can help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Plus, you can avoid long wait times for in-person care. You can also save travel time to your doctor’s office. A wide range of health conditions or issues can be screened or treated with telehealth, such as: y COVID-19 symptoms. y Common infections, such as cold and flu symptoms or urinary tract infections. y Chronic health conditions, such as asthma and diabetes. y Nutrition counseling. y Mental health counseling. y Prescriptions for medicines. Need help scheduling or preparing for a telehealth appointment? Call your doctor. You can also call us. We can help you with: y Finding an interpreter. y Learning how to use the app or connect before the appointment. y Help finding a doctor that offers a type of telehealth service that is best for you, and more. Source: telehealth.hhs.gov What is teen dating violence? Teen dating violence (TDV) is a type of violence to a partner. It occurs in a close relationship. TDV includes four types: Physical violence: When a person hurts or tries to hurt a partner. This can be by hitting, kicking or using force on you. Sexual violence: Forcing or trying to touch, have sex, or sext when one partner does not agree. Psychological aggression: When one person uses verbal and nonverbal actions to harm or have control over their partner. Some can be hurt mentally or emotionally. Stalking: When one partner demands attention and makes contact to cause fear to the other partner. TDV can take place in person or online. This includes posting nude pictures of a partner online without consent. Teens often don’t see teasing and name-calling as harmful. Many teens do not report unhealthy relationships because they are afraid to tell family and friends. Learn more at www.cdc.gov/ violenceprevention .