Welcome to the health resources page at AmericasTPA.com

Here you'll find PDF versions of some health and wellness posters and stuffers as well as a list of health plan definitions.  Please use these resources to help educate your employees about living a healthy lifestyle.

To download a copy, right-click on the picture of the poster or other resource, and choose "Save Link As..."  All posters are 8.5 x 11 inches in size.

	HIV Poster (72KB)   HIV is a virus that affects many individuals.  Federal Health officials now recommend that all teenagers and adults up to the age of 64 be tested for HIV during their routine medical exams.
	Influenza Poster (204KB)   Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by viruses.  It can become very serious or even deadly for some of those infected, especially young children and elderly adults.
	Healthy Eating During the Holiday Season Poster (704KB)   Weight gain during the holiday season is a concern for many of us.  Research varies on the average amount of weight gained but, experts agree that the weight gained at this time of year rarely comes off again.  This poster lists some suggestions for how to eat healthy during the holiday season.
	Fix your Nicotine Habit Poster (312KB)   Smoking causes over 438,000 deaths each year in the US.  To find tips for quitting click on this poster.
	Heart Attack Poster (736KB)   Click here to learn more about how you can prevent a heart attack.  You can also learn about the signs and symptoms, causes, and treatments for heart attacks.
	Try Walking Poster (936KB) Many people have good intentions about getting more exercise, but find it hard to follow through on them. The good news is that something as simple as walking 30 minutes a day can add 1.3 years to your life, according to research summarized at walking.about.com.  Click the previous link or here for more resources on the benefits of walking.
	Stroke Poster (308KB) Stroke is the nation's third leading cause of death.  The good news is that the risk factors for stoke can be modified with the help of a healthcare professional.  You can turn your stroke risk around by watching your blood pressure and cholesterol, not smoking, and eating healthy.  For more information about preventing a stroke go to www.strokeassociation.org.
	Skin Cancer Poster (348KB) More than 1 million cases of skin cancer are diagnosed annually.  Early detection is the best defense against all forms of skin cancer.  A monthly self-exam of your skin is easy, takes around 10 minutes and could save your life.
	Pool Safety (292KB) Water activities, under the right supervision, can be a great way to have fun in the hot summer sun.  Check out this poster for some tips about how you can keep safe while you are around the water.  For more summer safety tips click here.
	Common Healthplan Terms (108KB)   This document provides some easy definitions of terms you may find in your health plan.