Bay Area Unitarian Universalist Church
Health Ministry
Links to health info sites:
American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization. At this link you'll find resources about treatment options, support programs, and information about living a healthy lifestyle. The Houston ACS office can be reached at (713)266-2877.American Heart Association provides a wealth of information about healthy heart lifestyles as well as treatment information for many cardiovascular health problems.
The Health Ministry program is designed to support the church's development as a place of physical and psychological health and healing as well as promote wholistic health and prevent or minimize illness within the Bay Area Unitarian Universalist Church (BAUUC) congregation. To accomplish this, Health Ministry members organize programs and services that help members and friends become more active partners in their own health.
To create a Health Ministry that enhances the health of our congregation, we need a core group of volunteers to work together. If you'd like to participate in developing BAUUC's Health Ministry please congtact the office.
Monthly activities
Health Ministry Blood Pressure Clinic
3rd Sunday of every monthHigh blood pressure usually has no symptoms. Because many people unknowingly have it for years, it's called the "silent killer." Hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure. It doesn't refer to being tense, anxious, or hyperactive. Calm, relaxed people can have high blood pressure.
BAUUC volunteer nurses will take your blood pressure and pulse rate and discuss your numbers with you. You'll also get a record of your blood pressure on a card that fits in your wallet. Whenever you see your physician, the two of you can review your blood pressure readings. A single elevated blood pressure reading doesn't mean you have high blood pressure, but it's a sign that further observation is needed. The table below identifies what the different blood pressure readings mean. If your readings indicate you have pre-hypertension or hypertension, talk with your physician about whether you should begin medical treatment.
Always remember, a healthy life style is the best prevention!| Normal | Below 120 / 80 | |
| Pre-hypertension | Above 120 / 80 | |
| Hypertension | 140 / 90 or above |
Health Ministry Monthly Focus
Check back here for information about monthly events sponsored by the Health Ministry.
General Health Information
Want to know more about how your heart works or want to calculate your BMI? On this page you can find information about cholesterol, blood pressure, and body mass index (BMI) as well as links to comprehensive health guides.
Healthy Eating
If you need help deciphering food labels, finding healthy foods to eat while dining out, or want the facts on fats, look here. Included is an eating out guide, an interactive menu planner, a guide to food labels, and information about the food pyramid.
Exercise Information
Need help getting started on an exercise program or looking for a good park to take the kids to? Check out this information on easy-to-do exercises, parks and recreation around the Webster and Houston area, and tips on getting started.