Health and Wholeness

New York Annual Conference 2016 Bishop’s Convocation Dr. Mackie L. Harper Norris

HEALTHThe complete state of physical, mental, social well being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

World Health Organization

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

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

HEAL “TO TOUCH WITH LOVE THAT WHICH

WE PREVIOUSLY TOUCHED WITH FEAR.”

Stephen Levine

Factors influencing health Status

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Behavior ChoicesHeredityEnvironmentmedical issues

ISSUES RELATED TO HEALTHo Health is a behavioral issueo Health is an economic issueo Health is an education issueo Health is a justice issueo Health is a peace issueo Health is a political issueo Health is a social issueo Health is a spiritual issue

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

#1 Heart disease deaths

Keys to protecting the heartDiet low in salt, refined sugars, saturated fats, cholesterolDiet high in fresh fruits and vegetables Reduce stress levelsExercise regularlyQuit smokingInsure safe use of prescribed and OTC

medications

#2 Malignant neoplasms (cancers)Deaths from cancers 2013

Estimated cancer related deaths for men 2015Lung and bronchus – 86360Prostate – 27540Colon and Rectal – 26100Pancreas – 20710Liver/intrahepatic bile duct 17030Leukemia – 14210Urinary bladder – 11510Non-Hodgkin lymphoma - 11480

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

Prevention Proper nutrition Exercise Proper body weight Clean air environment Smoking cessation Protection from excessive sun exposure EARLY DETECTION through screening

#3 Chronic lower respiratory disease 5.74 % of total deaths Includes asthma, emphysema, bronchitis

#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

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

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

#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

Stroke deaths 2013

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

#6 Alzheimer’s DiseaseOne of the dementias3.26% of all deaths23.5 per 100,000Between 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

Alzheimer’s Disease deaths by gender

#7 Diabetes mellitus data 2013

#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

#9 Kidney disease 1.81% of total deaths Age adjusted rate 13.2 Often associated with

other chronic illnesses Often undiagnosed Kidney transplants have

reduced number of deaths from kidney disease and more donors are needed

# 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 out

Firearms most frequently used modality

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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

Mental Health Management

Rest Recreation Diversion/Fun Stress management Meaningful/Supportive relationships Pleasure in work Opportunities for creativity “Off” time Understanding of self

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

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

Financial wellbeing Financial planning End-of-life decisions (DPA, will, DNR) Sound budgeting practices and periodic

review

RememberWe are Easter People Living in a Good Friday World

Thank you for your attention and participation.My hope for you is that you will always BE WELL!!!

NORRIS & ASSOCIATESMackie L. Harper Norris PhD, MN, RN

726 Lexington AvenueJonesboro, GA 30236678-610-9239mhnorris@prodigy.net