PRESS RELEASE

CONTACT: Melissa St. Clair, Onslow CHIP Prevention Committee
PHONE: 910-219-8000
FAX: 910-219-8072
EMAIL: Melissa_stclair@co.onslow.nc.us

April 2005
For Immediate Release

SEMINAR FOCUSES ON HEALTH INFORMATION

(Jacksonville, NC) – Onslow CHIP (Community Health Improvement Process) will host an informational seminar with featured speaker Mrs. Donna McCaslin, creator of My Medical Assistant®, a personal medical organizer. The seminar is free to the public and will be held on Tuesday, April 12, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. at Onslow County Behavioral Healthcare Services Community Center on 127 Center Street, Jacksonville, NC. While the seminar is free, seating is limited and reservations may be made by calling Ms. Melissa St. Clair, 910-219-8000.

You are responsible for 80% of your doctor’s diagnosis. Personally I didn’t remember all my medical details. When I realized the impact this had on my medical treatment, I knew I had to get my information written down. “Necessity is the mother of invention!” so that is why I created My Medical Assistant®.

Having accurate medical information immediately available could save your life. She will discuss why knowing your medical information and family history is important, what you should know, make suggestions on how to record the information, and provide you with tips on how to make the most of the limited time doctors spends with their patients during appointments.

Her seminar applies to everyone regardless of their age or medical condition. Young families with children -- especially military families -- travelers, senior citizens, people who live alone, and those with multiple medical problems will all benefit from this seminar. Door prizes will be given. Everyone attending will receive a free, handy wallet card for their personal medical data.

The mission of Onslow CHIP is to make Onslow County the healthiest county in North Carolina by 2010!

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