CAMAF Wellness Programmes

Cardiovascular disease is the second highest cause of mortality in South Africa. Statistics show that in a single day 30 South Africans die from heart attacks and 60 from strokes. Most of these occur in people younger than 65 years of age. The major causes of heart disease and strokes are lifestyle related - high levels of stress, lack of exercise, smoking, obesity and poor eating habits. These are all reversible and manageable risk factors. Programme Benefits • Improve/extend life expectancy and quality of life • Prevent Strokes and Coronary Artery Disease (heart attacks) • Reduce the severity of Strokes and Coronary Artery Disease • Increase productivity and decrease absenteeism • Improve health outcomes thus decreasing long term complications of the disease • Empowers members to do home monitoring. The Case Manager will contact you to: • Explain the nature of your condition • Provide you with information on the different classes of medication and their purpose in treatment • Advice you on preventative measures • Discuss the importance of compliance with medication instructions • Assist you to recognise worsening symptoms • Guide you with a written self-management plan What you are required to do… Register on the programme • Submit supporting clinical information such as Blood Pressure readings or a Lipogram • Arrange a follow up consultation with the relevant specialist, should there be a clinical need. Please visit our website to see a list of BP monitors that CAMAF will reimburse. Joining is as simple… Call 0861 700 600 (Option 3) OR email us at cardiovascular@camaf.co.za CAMAF Wellness Club is a great resource to help you take proactive approach to your health and wellness. The club will assist you by means of coaching, to make better, healthier choices. Read more about this exciting wellness solution on our website. The programme is aimed at providing members with an in- depth education on their condition and medication, as well as a support structure should they require assistance. In addition, the case manager will monitor your health and, where necessary, make recommendations to you and your doctor.

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