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  May 2015
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Sports Physicals
National Osteoporosis Month
Melanoma & Skin Cancer Awareness Month
QMG Patient Portal
QMG Has App for That
Find Us Online
QMG Offers Sports Physicals

June 3 and July 22 from 6-9 pm in
Quincy at 1118 Hampshire Street building, First Floor. Appointment required, call 217-228-2323.

June 23 and July 21 from 1-4 pm in
Mt. Sterling at 521 East Main Street. Appointment required, call 217-773-3963. 

* Open to area athletes
* Accepting IESA, IHSA, IHSAA, MSHSAA forms only
* Support your school's athletic department

 

To support the area's athletic department, a $10 donation is appreciated, and returned to the school of your choice. 

*does not replace school-required 6th or 9th grade physicals. NO immunizations given. Parental permission is needed for students under 18.
National Osteoporosis Month

Did you know that two million broken bones occur every year in the U.S. due to osteoporosis? It's true, but most people get their fracture fixed without ever realizing they have osteoporosis or low bone mass.

The National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends five steps to improve bone health and prevent osteoporosis: 

1. Get the calcium and vitamin D you need
every day. 

2. Do regular weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises. 

3. Don't smoke and don't drink too much alcohol. 

4. Talk to your healthcare provider about your chance of getting osteoporosis and ask when you should have a bone density test. 

5. Take an osteoporosis medication when it's right for you.


Have questions about your bone health? Contact your Primary Care Provider or Quincy Medical Group Orthopedic Department, 217-222-6550, ext. 3091.
Bridge the Gap Recap
Thank you to all that helped make the 15th race a success. 

We surpassed our goal of 2,000 participants! Thank you to our sponsors and volunteers that make this race possible. And we are thrilled with all those that participated by walking or running in the race. Race results can be viewed here. Looking for race photos? Visit Thomas Photographic and enter your bib number to view photos.
Melanoma & Skin Cancer Awareness Month

 

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in the United States. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is the main cause of skin cancer. UV damage can also cause wrinkles and blotches or spots on your skin. The good news is that skin cancer can be prevented, and it can almost always be cured when it's found and treated early.

 

Take simple steps today to protect your skin:

  • Stay out of the sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
  • Use sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher. Put on sunscreen every 2 hours and after you swim or sweat.
  • Cover up with long sleeves and a hat.
  • Check your skin regularly for changes.

Quincy Medical Group's Dermatology Department and Riverside Dermatology are here to support you in your skin health journey. Contact QMG Dermatology at (217) 222-6550, ext. 3117 and Riverside Dermatology at 573-248-3700.
Manage Your Health 
Access your Medical Records Online Anytime

 

We've upgraded our Patient Portal to ensure you have easy access to successfully manage your health. QMG's Patient Portal allows you to communicate with your doctor, request prescription refills, access your test results, manage your appointments, and more.

 

To learn more about how you can access and manage your healthcare information click the image below or speak with your provider at your next visit.

 

 
We've Got an App for That  

With the Quincy Medical Group All Access Pass you can find primary care, determine if you need a trip to your primary care provider, ambulatory care or the ER, access your personal healthcare information, check on ambulatory care wait times and more! Click the buttons below to download it to your smart phone.