OBESOGENIC ( )CON TU CUERPOENVIRONMENTS 1 of every 2Elevators, greater accessibility to transportation andcomputers, among other inventions that make life easier, PEOPLE FROM LATIN AMERICAhave led us to be less active. In addition to this are family ARE OVERWEIGHT OR OBESE,habits, commercials and easy access to unhealthy foods. WHILE THE GLOBAL AVERAGE IS 1 OF EVERY 3 20% TV, TABLETS AND SMARTPHONESOF CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF FIVE IN The misuse of technology by children is one of the COLOMBIA ARE main contributing factors of physical inactivity as OVERWEIGHT. they spend too much time in front of these devices. This lack of movement, play and exercise leads them to becoming overweight. 50% RELATED 2 years DISEASESOF OVERWEIGHT IS THE AGE INCONDITIONS ARE In addition to being one of the main risk factors WHICH CHILDREN of cardiac and cerebrovascular disease, obesity SHOULD BEGIN TO CAUSED BY GET THEIR GROWTH NON-GENETIC leads to the onset of diabetes, insulin CURVE MONITORED resistance, increased triglycerides, high blood ON A YEARLY BASIS. FACTORS. pressure, trouble sleeping and joint problems.More information on conditions related to being overweight can be found at revistasaludcoomeva.comPRACTICES TO PREVENT WEIGHT GAIN► Find opportunities to be active: sim- ► Eating healthy and receiving proper nutri- ► A healthy diet consists of including a ple actions such as going up the tional education during childhood and daily intake of five servings of fruits and stairs, going for a walk or playing a adolescence are keys to reducing the risk vegetables, increasing the amount of sport help. If you suffer from or are at of obesity. The idea is to teach children water you drink and avoiding soft drinks. risk of being overweight, exercise for from when they are little to have a diet Also try to avoid the consumption of at least 30 minutes a day, three or that is rich in vegetables and to eat foods processed foods as much as possible more times a day. that are high in fiber and protein. such as cereals and packaged foods.SOURCES: OVERSEAS DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE / ENCUESTA NACIONAL DE SITUACIÓN 51 NUTRICIONALEN COLOMBIA (NATIONAL NUTRITION SURVEY OF COLOMBIA)
WITH YOUR BODY( )x-ray BREAST CANCER Breast cancer is the leading cause of death among women throughout the world. If it is 36% detected in its early stages, the chance of survival is 90%. OF CASES OF CAN- SELF-CARE CER AMONG WOMEN The best way to stop cancer THROUGHOUT THE WORLD ARE BREAST from spreading and to improve a CANCER, MAKING IT THE MOST COMMON prognosis is to detect it early. FORM OF CANCER AMONG WOMEN. Women older than 40 should get a clinical breast exam annually. Between the ages of 50 and 69, a mammography screening should be taken every two years. These are the most effective methods for making a diagnosis. WARNING SIGNS 65% The appearance of a lump under CASES OF BREAST CAN- the arm or near the breast, the CER IN COLOMBIA ARE sudden onset of secretions, pain in the breast area, or changes in their DETECTED IN THEIR shape, texture or size are some of ADVANCED STAGES. its main symptoms. If there is a family history of it or if a gene- MEDICAL ADVISOR tic test shows a greater JORGE RAAD chance of getting this type of cancer, extra caution Clinical Pathology Medical Specialist and checkups should be taken. Breast cancer is a disease that (KEEP IN MIND) Engaging in physical activity on a is difficult to prevent, as the main regular basis and maintaining a heal- Becoming familiar with and feeling around thy weight after menopause may help factors that contribute the breast area from the point at which to it are genetic. they begin to grow is very important in reduce the risk of getting cancer. order to detect potential abnormalities.52
WITH YOUR BODY( )your generation ACNESCAR-FREE 80% of adolescents suffer from it. See a dermatologist when it is severe. MEDICAL ADVISOR DONALDO ORTIZ LATORRE. Dermatologist, practitioner at Coomeva Private Healthcare54
“Youth, divine treasure, Gone, never to ( )WITH YOUR BODY come back!” reads Rubén Darío’s poem. Everyone dreams of that time of being free 55and innocent, as Gabriel García Márquez oncesaid. People always think that being young is theperfect age when anything is possible, yet itseems that we forget that it is more of a time forhormones to bloom and even more so, time forpimples and acne. Perhaps it is one of the most recurring scenesat the homes of teens: the boy or the girl, plan-ted before the mirror trying to figure out wherenew outbreaks have appeared, trying to fightwhat jeopardizes their self-esteem, the laughterthey get at school or college. They seek newtreatments, from the most expensive ointmentson the market, to home remedies that theirgrandma swears by.IT IS NORMALIt must be first acknowledged that everyone getstheir turn with acne. It is like the flu, there is noone that has not had it. There are cases thatshould be treated clinically, however; those thatdo not go away over time. Dermatologist DonaldoOrtiz Latorre recommends that it is better to notwait to go to the doctor to get proper treatment,“Recommendations and clear explanations areneeded to explain why acne occurs and how inten-se or serious it is, as it can be minor, moderateand severe. It depends on how much acne is pre-sent and the areas that are affected.” Since this is a recurring problem, pharmaceu-tical labs have taken on the task of studying thesecases and finding better solutions. Today, thereare several medications that help to remedy acneand that avoid complications with it. Accordingto Ortiz Latorre, these complications includeatrophic scars, which leave a crater-like lacera-tion, and hypertrophic scars, which are more likean eruption of the skin. These all affect thepatient’s self-esteem. According to studies, acneis more severe in men; however, in recent years,this degree of severity has been found to be thesame in women. “The earlier treatment begins, the less scarsthere will be. Treatment generally consists ofantibiotics or of a synthetic derivative of vitamin
( )CON TU CUERPO (The sebaceous glands of the skin produce a sebum that keep it hydrated. When the body produces an excess amount of it, outbreaks and skin eruptions frequently appear. A, Isotretinoin. If there is a family history of TIPS FOR acne, the need to take action early on is greater, CONTROLLING as severe acne can be hereditary. Scars are treated OUTBREAKS later on, once the patient’s acne and inflamma- tion has been controlled,” Ortiz Latorre states. ► Gently cleanse your skin with a mild soap that does not dry TREATMENT IS IMPORTANT your skin out. There are currently several medical treatments that can prevent any remnants of acne from ► Find cosmetics and lotions being left. Techniques range from laser treat- whose ingredients are ment to dermal fillers and dermabrasion, a water-based. technique that activates the regeneration of the skin’s layers through exfoliation. “It is much ► Remove all dirt or makeup. easier today to avoid scarring, which in the end, Wash one or twice a day, is what causes the most trauma to teens. The especially after exercising, and sooner you visit your dermatologist and the bet- avoid repeated scrubbing and ter you understand the condition as well as any washing of the skin. other, the more improvement you will see and the less damage will be done. ► Wash your hair regularly, especially if it is greasy. Brush Between 70% and 80% of teens, between the your hair towards the back, or ages of 10 and 18, may experience some type of bring your hair back to keep it acne due to the normal influx of hormones, out of contact with the face. especially that of testosterone. Testosterone is what increases the sweat the body produces and ► Do not squeeze, scratch or is what causes the reproductive system to take pick at pimples. This can cause on new functions, both in men and in women. scarring or skin infections. There are other phenomena that occur at this age such as seborrhea, body odor due to excessi- ve sweat and greasy skin. While it is thought that acne just causes social problems among youth, remember that when it is severe, it is a condition that needs to be treated and that needs to be monitored cons- tantly by an expert. It is best to avoid self-medi- •cating when the case is severe, as the skin may experience adverse effects56
( )CON TU CUERPO MILK AND ACIDIC JUICES A MIX THAT WORKS58
( )CON TU CUERPO There are many Traditional juices and fruit shakes are yNexutpeeecsrntireoanlocgiaíaways to combine delicious, nutritious and refreshing acidic fruits with drinks. Juices mostly consist of en la comodidadmilk to make fruit liquid, without the pulp, while fruit shakes de tu casa u oficina shakes. They are include the pulp, are thick and milk or yogurt is added to them to give them a crea- Llama al 658 0000 y solicita nutritious, mier consistency. There is also talk of nuestro servicio de toma refreshing and smoothies; they are similar to fruit shakes de muestras a domicilio. generally do not and are dense, but have a frozen ingredient in them that is either yogurt or ice cream. Un equipo especializado se have adverse desplazará hasta donde nos health effects. There are also many combinations that necesitas, cumpliendo con altos can be prepared for these types of drinks estándares de calidad que MEDICAL ADVISOR such as with fruits that are red (strawbe- garantizan la total confiabilidad LUISA FERNANDA ARIAS TOBÓN. rries, cherries and plums); wild berries del diagnóstico. (strawberries, cranberries, blackberries and Nutritionist, practitioner at currants); mango, kiwi and papaya; melon, 59 Coomeva Private Healthcare banana and orange; and strawberry, oran- ge and banana, among others. Luisa Fernanda Arias, nutritionist and dietician, recommends making these drinks with an equal balance of acidic and sweet fruits. As for those juices with milk, fruit sha- kes and smoothies, some say that if they are prepared with acidic juices such as orange, passionfruit, blackberry or pineapple juice, among others, they may be bad for the body as the milk product can curdle and cause diarrhea, vomiting, digestive problems or an upset stomach. CHEMICAL INTERACTION The milk does curdle, but as a result of the natural growth of microorganisms that break down lactose and produce lac- tic acid. When there is an increase of lac- tic acid, the proteins in milk, known as caseins, lose their ability to maintain their composition and they precipitate, turning the milk into little curds and giving it a sour taste that is curdled or fermented. This gives it an unappetizing appearance. Not all curdled milk is harmful howe- ver, it depends on what caused it to be aci- dic. If the cause is physical, there is no pro-
WITH YOUR BODY( )eating naturally 80% blem. If the cause is microbial, however, and does not cause any negative impacts. It is then there is a problem. It is therefore pos- a natural part of our metabolism. OF FRUIT IS MADE UP OF sible for milk to curdle, even without the WATER, WHICH IS WHY FRUITS presence of bacteria, as it can curdle just by With regard to their nutritional con- adding vinegar or acidic fruit juices to it. tent, the nutritionist asserts, “Fruit shakes ARE SO REFRESHING AND or juices made with milk and juice are IMPORTANT TO INCLUDE MYTHS high in protein and are a good source of With regard to the adverse effects of these energy, vitamins, minerals, fiber, water IN OUR DIETS. combinations, Luisa Fernanda Arias con- and sugar. They provide macronutrients firmed that there is still no scientific evi- and micronutrients, making them a food dence to support this belief, “It all depends dense in energy, a superfood.” For athle- on the tolerance level of the person’s gas- tes, drinking a fruit shake before practice tro-intestinal system. The consumption of is beneficial because it provides energy yogurt and ice cream with acidic fruit is and revitalizes the body. common, which generally aren’t problema- tic.” Another milk product that truly is Due to their high water or milk content, curdled milk, and that is regularly consu- juices and fruit shakes help eliminate med by many people yet does not produce toxins, hydrate the body and are a good any negative effects, is cheese. These are all source of vitamins, especially vitamin C. examples of how fruit or juices with milk They give you the feeling that you are full can be consumed at the same time. (keeping your weight stable on a long term basis) and they nourish your skin due to the In addition, it is inevitable for milk to number of antioxidants that are consumed curdle during the digestive process. Once it when ingested. Arias recommends being reaches the stomach it mixes with hydrochlo- careful with information found on the ric acid, which is stronger than any other acid, •Internet, which is sometimes not correct, and can provoke erroneous beliefs TAKE ADVANTAGE OF FRUIT When preparing fruit shakes, the fruit is consumed in its raw form. All of their nutrients and fiber cleanse the body of waste products and toxins. Since fruits contain their own sugar, it is best to prepare them without added sugar. A minimum amount may be added to acidic fruits, however, such as passionfruit, blackberry, or lulo (Solanum quitoense). Banana can also be added to reduce acidity, and with blackberry, a milk product can be added to make it less sour tasting.60
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CON TU CUERPO( )pasatiempoCRUCIGRAMA Nivel fácil SUDOKU A B C DE F G H I J K L Nivel medioSOLUCIONES 1 2 Horizontales 3 Dejar de fumar-Use-Tu-Ita-Guarnición-Anon-Ai- 4 Ai-Descansar-Uní-Ejercicios-Alt-Oc-Lr- 5 Espiritual-Tau-Is-Alimentación-Vocal-On-Ola- Ona-Sa-Ner 6 Verticales 7 Desayunar-Ave-Es-Lo-Jugo dietético-Une- 8 Saman-Ria-Espuela-Racor-Etnia-Corotos-Fui- 9 Ici-Ana-Cas-Tic-MII-Ilusión-Atoar-Ora-Ole-Rani- As-Lunar10 111213HORIZONTALES VERTICALES Nivel medio Nivel fácil1. Hábito saludable que muchas personas aún 1. Ingerir el primer alimento del día. Pájaro. pueden proponerse para evitar; por ejemplo, 2. Existe. Neutro. el enfisema pulmonar. 3. Batido saludable. 4. Municipio de Cundinamarca.2. Utilice, al revés. Pronombre personal. Diminutivo femenino. Árbol de la lluvia. 5. Estuario. Arco metálico en forma de una3. Preparación culinaria que acompaña al ele- mento principal de un plato. estrella con puntas que se ajusta al talón del calzado del jinete para picar4. Fruta. Perezoso de Suramérica. Divinidad a la cabalgadura. babilónica. 6. Pieza que empalma dos tubos. 7. Raza. Conjunto de objetos de una misma5. Habito de reposar debidamente luego de un clase, especialmente los relacionados día arduo de trabajo. con el hogar y la vida doméstica 8. Ya no soy. Vocablo francés.6. Junté. Abuela de Jesús.7. Pl., actividad física para mantener nuestra 9. Apócope de casa. Movimiento involuntario. 10. 1002 romanos. Esperanza que carece buena forma. de fundamento en la realidad.8. Tecla del PC. Lengua provenzal. Luis 11. Remolcar la nave. Reza. Grito taurino. 12. Mujer de un rajá. El mejor. Mancha peque- Rodríguez. ña, redondeada, de color marrón oscuro y9. Buen hábito de Fe y Oración. a veces ligeramente abultada, que sale10. Divisa, distintivo. To be, en acción. en la piel del cuerpo humano.11. Nutrición.12. Expresado con la voz, o que tiene relación con ella. Encendido. Onda marina.13. Fueguino. Clase de sociedad. Abuelo del rey Saúl.62
)CORPORATE ( )CORPORATE 30% OF MENTAL ILLNESS IN COLOMBIA IS A RESULT OF THE ADVERSITIES THAT ARE EXPERIENCED IN DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILIES.HAVING GOOD MENTAL HEALTH IS A STATE OF WELLBEING INWHICH THE INDIVIDUAL IS CAPABLE OF DEALING WITH THENORMAL STRESSES OF LIFE, CAN BE PRODUCTIVE AT WORK ANDCAN CONTRIBUTE TO THEIR COMMUNITY.LEISURE TIME BALANCE IMPROVES RESILIENCEIt is important for us to enjoy our leisure Getting enough sleep, eating healthy, Resilience is the capacity an individualtime in the best way possible. Including doing exercise, getting sun and laughing has to overcome obstacles without thin-intellectual or artistic activities during are some ways that can lead you to king of giving up and to go through adver-this time is important. achieving a balanced emotional state. se situations, turning out stronger. 63
( )CONTIGO LOOKING DEEPER INTO CANCER Seeing the disease as an opportunity to transform your life is the foundation for finding a balance between the mind and body. MEDICAL ADVISOR Being diagnosed with cancer is not O’Sullivan, author of the book It’s All in JOSÉ GERARDO ALBÁN easy for anyone. From a Medicine Your Head, warns that the origin of many for Happiness perspective, a diag- current health problems is found in an Surgeon, practitioner at nosis like this could become an opportu- organic response to a psychological con- Coomeva Private Healthcare nity for the person to reflect upon and cern, “… a mental stress that people are analyze the mental and emotional aspects not aware of, through which the body tells of their lives, and may try to the find them that something is not okay, and is those negative habits that they can change not interpreted correctly.” to bring them physical healing. This is not about stopping treat- José Gerardo Albán is a surgeon and ment, medications or refraining from expert in psychoneuroendocrinoimmuno- getting regular checkups. It is about logy, the science that explains how the discovering that a balanced diet and mind can both make us sick and heal us. exercise, together with factors such as He explains the anyone can be healed family unity, good social relationships, from a disease when they frequently have enjoying each moment and being than- positive, happy thoughts and express joy. kful, all fuel the hope to win the battle against cancer. The Irish neurologist Suzanne64
SEEING THINGS FROM ( )CONTIGOANOTHER PERSPECTIVETraditional medicine tends to focus 65almost exclusively on physical symptoms.This is why some choose to learn aboutalternative medicine or decide to explorethe field of psychology and behavioralmedicine. The study of behavioral medici-ne examines the relationship between themind and the body and treats the indivi-dual from a broader perspective as itincludes biological factors, psychologicalfactors and even social factors. The Clínica de la Ansiedad (AnxietyClinic) in Spain reveals that anxiety, stressand depression act upon different hormo-nes. This causes changes in the body thatmake people more sensitive to pain,which has an influence on the onset ofdifferent diseases such as high bloodpressure, asthma, the flu, hyperthyroidismand hypothyroidism, stomach ulcers, irri-table bowel syndrome, headaches, musclecontractions, etc.THE HOPE TO IMPROVE LIFEThe call for your attention is clear: smileat life, at its adversities and in the face ofa disagreement. It is not very common forus to reflect on how transcendentaleverything is that we store it in our heads,and how the body and spirit receive thisinformation and connect with each otherto try and reach a balance in our health.We must be receptive to balance. “People die because they think thatthey’re going to die of cancer; they relea-se their negative internal pharmaceuti-cal, cortisol. It’s when the we decide tobreak the vicious circle of negativity and•overcome it that our life expectancyincreases,” Albán concludes
( )CORPORATE a healthy mind INSPIRATIONAL EXPERIENCES On the Internet, the video “El testimonio de Camila” (The story of Camila) can be found. The video tells the story of a young woman that was diagnosed with lupus at the age of 13. Throughout the course of her disease, she experienced the renal, cardiac and respiratory failure. Her condition put her in the ICU for 60 days. When she was discharged, she decided to apply Medicine for Happiness to her life. With a new attitude, she has slowly stopped receiving dialysis and at the age of 18 is now a woman with a better quality of life. Now 33, Pilar was diagnosed with breast cancer three years ago. A surgical procedure (a mastectomy) and radiation treatment helped to improve her health. During a checkup a year ago, however, a metastasis was found in her liver, brain, lungs and bones. Someone told her about Medicine for Happiness and she decided to find out more about it. A year later, after getting medical treatments for cancer and working on herself as person, Pilar can now plan for her future once again and is convinced that she can be healed. FUEL A GOOD ATTITUDE While the brain has a natural ► Enjoy the little things. Give an unexpected smile, make tendency to produce positi- a nice gesture and go for an enjoyable walk. ve feelings, it still must be ► Enjoy those around you. It is easier to achieve wellbeing activated. Here are some tips in an environment where there is family and friends. that you can use on a daily ► Be patient. Remember that however much in a hurry you are, basis to stimulate your brain: things will come when they want to. ► Be supportive. Help others than just those that you know or love.66
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( )CORPORATE special EARLY DETECTION CAN HELP YOU WIN THE FIGHT MEDICAL ADVISOR JULIÁN VILLEGAS. National Chief of Healthcare Risk Management at Coomeva Private Healthcare Coomeva At Coomeva Private Healthcare we nings and programs for the early detection Private Healthcare take an interest in caring for your of breast cancer. We have done this by per- encourages women health, in preventing diseases and in forming an active search of those enrolleesto do regular medical providing you access to quality and reliable that are older than 50 and are not registe- checkups, especially healthcare services. This is why we regular- red in the system for having received a ly encourage women to do general medical mammogram in the last two years. These breast self-exams checkups, especially breast self-exams and people are called in order to promote and mammograms. mammograms when indicated. Among mammogram exams in our high-quality the insured population, an increase in integral healthcare centers. We also provi- breast cancer diagnosis has been found de education on self-care and on incorpo- and the rate of incidence is 52 of every rating healthy life habits. We seek to con- 100,000 women. sistently ensure that the administrative documentation for the authorization of A CULTURE OF PREVENTION further exams is provided, as well as take As Dr. Julián Villegas explains, National early action to treat our users with cancer, Chief of Healthcare Risk Management at among other efforts.” Coomeva Private Healthcare, “We have implemented the recommendations of BETTER TO BE ON TIME the Ministry of Health and the Instituto During the first quarter of 2016, Nacional de Cancerología (INC, National Coomeva Private Healthcare conducted Cancer Institute) with mammogram scree- 13,840 mammograms. Considering that68
( )CORPORATEearly detection means a greater survivalrate for the patient, Coomeva continuesto promote prevention and early detec-tion. Based on specialized literature(SEER of the National Cancer Institute),the survival rate is greater than 93% overa five-year period among those with stagetwo cancer, and is 100% among thosewith stages zero and one. October 19 is the InternationalBreast Cancer Awareness Day, an oppor-tunity to promote healthy habits andeducate women on the importance ofearly detection to improve the possibili-ties of efficient treatment. In celebrationof this day of health promotion,Coomeva Private Healthcare is featuringthe stories of two women that foughtand survived breast cancer due to theirearly detection, proving that it is possi-ble to fight and win the battle. 69
( )CORPORATE special TERESA GIRALDO BOLAÑOS, 72 YEARS OLD, FROM CALI Teresa is a fighter from Cali. She is the one nutritionist and a psychologist. I ended these specialists is so that the person can mother of three children and is living proof up having difficulties falling asleep, and so learn to control their anxiety and feelings, of a victorious battle against cancer. She they sent me too a psychiatrist. I had to as “The mind isn’t as strong and support is has been enrolled in Coomeva Private lose weight during my first year of chemo- needed to take control of it.” Healthcare since 2000, and is satisfied with therapy, and that didn’t happen, so I went the service and attention she received to an endocrinologist who found that my PERSONAL GROWTH through her private health insurance. thyroid was very enlarged. I was seen by an “The doctor emphasized that I had to be Since she was young she suffered from internal medicine physician that followed confident, have faith and hope, and stick to fibrocystic breast disease to the point the general state of my health, as well as a the treatment in order to get better. Not all where it even complicated her ability to urologist because I had a urinary complica- is lost, you have to continue. If you believe breastfeed. This condition led her to get tion. I received checkups frequently in in your body, you can get better,” Teresa regular doctor visits to check on the condi- every specialty area of medicine there is, as tells. tion of her breasts. “I had to get checkups my treatment lasted for four years: there At the end of her fifth year the doctors told and treatments for the breast cysts that I was chemotherapy, 45 sessions of radiology her that the treatment had fulfilled its experienced throughout my life. The doc- and even visits to the dermatologist for objective. They performed bone scans, tor told me that I should be monitored some moles that appeared on my skin.” chest x-rays, and clinical lab exams and because my condition brought the risk of confirmed that the cancer had gone away. cancer. One day, being very thorough, I felt SATISFIED She continues to receive annual checkups a lump under my arm, which led me to go While the process was hard, Teresa fondly as well as mammograms, and due to her to the doctor immediately,” Teresa explains. recalls the staff that treated her during che- early detection, they did not have to remo- In September 2004, she was diagnosed motherapy. Due to the continued and com- ve her breast. with early stage breast cancer and began prehensive attention that she received, her “I thank God that the treatment was suc- cancer treatment. Her doctor performed recovery, both mental and physical, was cessful. I would like to be part of a support all the pertinent exams and coordinated successful. network for patients that are beginning the various forms of medical attention nee- She strongly recommends women to conti- treatment, give them words of encourage- ded to get greater and better results. nue their treatment and to not fear going to ment and share my experience. There are Teresa shares, “I began treatment with the psychologist or psychiatrist. She not enough words to thank Coomeva for several different doctors: two oncologists, emphasizes that getting referrals to see their service,” she states.70
30 minutos diarios de Consumir una dieta sana y actividad física ayudan equilibrada es fundamental a mantener el sistema para la salud del corazón y del sistema vascular. cardiovascular en Se recomienda consumir forma y 60 minutos cinco frutas y verduras al día, cereales integrales, casi todos los días carnes magras, pescado, ayudan a mantener un legumbres, poca sal y azúcar. peso normal. Evitar el consumo deCoomeva nos facilita la vida tabaco, es cuidar la salud, independientemente de cómo se consuma (cigarrillos, cigarros, pipa o tabaco para mascar). La exposición pasiva al humo del tabaco es perjudicial para la salud
( )CORPORATE special LUCÍA DUQUE RESTREPO, 69 YEARS OLD, FROM MEDELLÍN, WITH HER HUSBAND JORGE IVÁN LÓPEZ A year ago, Lucía Duque Restrepo, a 68- Lucía expresses her satisfaction with the have women family members in her life to year-old woman from Medellín, and enro- attention of the medical staff and assis- teach her the importance of getting regular lled with Coomeva Private Healthcare since tants that treated her throughout her pro- medical checkups, she acknowledges that 2000, found out that she had breast cancer. cess. She has already been able to see the message of prevention lies within her, and “I found out because Coomeva called me some of the anticipated results, which can be found by paying attention and unders- and invited me to go to a mammogram day. motivates her and gives her confidence. tanding the signs that our bodies provide. I said I would go, but I forgot. They called “Soon I will begin my second cycle of che- “Coomeva Private Healthcare is excellent. I me again and I said yes. Although, I admit motherapy. It has been a long, but excellent, didn’t use it much before, but every time I that I felt nervous about them insisting, I process. The doctors have taught me how had an appointment it went great, and even saw it as a sign. I went to the appointment to take care of my health and I have learned more so now during my treatment. Today, and did the mammogram. A few days later about what the body needs, as I was always medicine has all the tools it needs, and the mastologist called me to make an suffering from pain in my breasts but I never specialists are more knowledgeable about appointment. This was when I was told went to get an exam,” she tells. medical studies. There are more special- that I had breast cancer, that it was not Lucía has reflected on the importance of see- ties to thoroughly analyze diseases and it major, but that it had to be treated. So we ing a doctor when you feel any pain or chan- is easier to understand what is happe- began working quickly,” Lucía shares. ge in your health. Even though she does not ning,” Lucía emphasizes.72
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