Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association

The POMA Publications Committee wants to hear from you! We are conducting a Journal of the POMA readership survey and the Publications Committee wants to make sure your opinions and suggestions are considered as the publication evolves to better serve you. Your participation will help us gain a clear understanding of what you expect to see and how you want to see it, which will help us produce a publication that is a true reflection of the interests and concerns of POMA members. Please consider taking this short survey. https://ecs.page.link/Nqs2Q

#DYK...Migraine is the third most common disease in the world, and 12% of the global population has this condition? June is National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month so we encourage you to learn more about migraine including risk factors, symptoms, and treatment options. https://ecs.page.link/8ct21

Pennsylvania falls at #22 in the list of most and least stressed states. Does this surprise you? What do you do to combat stress?

Is there something small that you do that helps lift your mood? Some people always have fresh flowers in their house, some make sure to burn their favorite candle, and some set their table with cloth napkins. Find out why using something as simple as cloth napkins helps lift Dr. Lisa Witherite-Rieg's mood in the latest "How Are You DOing" blog. https://ecs.page.link/X8iSx #mentalhealth #selfcare #mentalhealthawareness #howareyoudoing

DYK? May is Bike-friendly/Walk-friendly month! Walking is a great way to improve your health and have fun with your family and friends of all ages. So, if you’ve been looking for an easy, fun + free way to increase your physical activity, check out PA WalkWorks. There are routes throughout Pennsylvania and many resources on their site. Visit www.pawalkworks.com to learn more.

"As America celebrates Memorial Day, we pay tribute to those who have given their lives in our nation's wars." -John M. McHugh #memorialday #honorthefallen #remember

Your POMA District Leadership is hard at work. The group gathered virtually on Monday, May 17th to discuss Districts Go Digital, the resumption of in-person events, and the work of the POMA District Task Force. Several districts are organizing summer social events so watch your email, the POMA homepage, and your social media channels for more announcements.... #POMAproud #ChoosePOMA #osteopathicphysicians #osteopathicmedicine #pomaleadership #pomadgdseries

Today Acting Secretary Alison Beam announced that the commonwealth’s mask order will be lifted by June 28 or when 70 percent of adults get their second dose, whichever comes first. Read more

Health is a lifelong journey. It’s personal. It’s unique. It’s yours. Find ideas to improve your health in a way that’s uniquely you. #NWHW #FindYourHealth https://ecs.page.link/FDpM9

This week's COVID-19 Resource Newsletter is now available on our website. https://ecs.page.link/SpLBL

There are over 3.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States. - National Breast Cancer Foundation Dr. Gelb, POMA past president and AOA trustee gets extra points today for his pink mask. #pomagoespink #wearpinkforbreastcancer

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women, except for skin cancers. It is estimated that in 2020, approximately 30% of all new women cancer diagnoses will be breast cancer. - National Breast Cancer Foundation #TeamPOMA raising awareness for breast cancer! #pomagoespink #wearpinkforbreastcancer

1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime. - National Breast Cancer Foundation #pomagoespink #wearpinkforbreastcancer

In 2020, an estimated 276,480 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women in the U.S. as well as 48,530 new cases of non-invasive (in situ) breast cancer. - National Breast Cancer Foundation Today #POMAGoesPink to raise awareness for breast cancer. Check back throughout the day for more of our team and members sporting their pink. #wearpinkforbreastcancer

Show your DO Pride! https://ecs.page.link/359o4

This week's COVID-19 Resource Newsletter is now available on our website. https://ecs.page.link/mYynm