Dignity Health | hello Healthy| Winter 2018

4 DignityHealth.org/central-california | Winter 2018 Making health the game plan Kick diabetes off the field David Carr has type 1 diabetes, which can’t be prevented. But you can take steps to lower your risk for type 2 diabetes. Your defensive line Healthy weight Healthy foods Regular exercise Primary doctor Ask your doctor if it’s time you got tested for type 2 diabetes. From the streets of Bakersfield to the National Football League, Oakland Raiders quarterback Derek Carr is using his star power to give back to his hometown. Derek and his brother David have been drafted as the newest spokesmen for Dignity Health. The duo is teaming up with Mercy and Memorial hospitals to help spread the motto Hello humankindness through marketing campaigns, media appearances, and fundraising. “[Derek] is a hometown boy,” says Robin Mangarin-Scott, Vice President of Strategic Marketing and Communications for Dignity Health Central California. “Everything he does is centered on his family. Anything he can do for his community, he’s all for it.” Mangarin-Scott got to know the Carr family during her days as a broadcast journalist and recognized their commitment to faith, family, and community. “They are men who represent character, integrity, dedication, and love of community,” Mangarin-Scott says. “It’s just who they are. Their values are aligned with the core values of Dignity Health.” Giving back The Carr brothers both have deep roots in Bakersfield. Derek played football at Bakersfield Christian, then was a star at Fresno State. He’s now in his fourth season leading the Oakland Raiders. David started his football career at Stockdale High School. After attending Fresno State, he was the No. 1 pick in the 2002 NFL draft and went on to win the Super Bowl as a backup quarterback for the New York Giants. During the official announcement of their new partnership back in June, the Carrs spoke about their appreciation of their hometown.