Lifetime Personal Health

Routine Health Care in My 20s

2022

I will have a medical check-up at least every 2 years as well as a gynecological exam, clinical breast exam, and Pap test every 2 years. I will get regular eye exams and immunizations.

Preventative Health Care in My 20s

2024

I will protect my skin and eyes from the sun by wearing sunglasses and sunscreen. I will practice good hygiene, find a primary care provider for routine health care, and build bone mass by getting regular exercise.

Physical Activity in My 20s

2026

I will exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight. I will get enough sleep as well to maintain good health.

Special Concerns in My 20s

2028

I will take care of my sexual and mental health by reducing stress and talking to my doctor about sex.

Healthy Eating in My 20s

2030

I will pay attention to protein, calcium, potassium, healthy omega-3 fats, and folic acid intake. I will also watch my portion sizes and chew more slowly.

Routine Health Care in My 30s

2032

I will follow my doctor's recommendations for preventative care and screenings as well as a gynecological exam, clinic breast exam, and Pap test. I will also have dental exams every 6 months, eye exams, hearing tests, cholesterol screenings, skin cancer screenings, and immunizations.

Physical Activity in My 30s

2034

I will exercise regularly to maintain a healthy weight and find an activity that I enjoy doing with a friend. I will also get enough sleep every night.

Special Concerns in My 30s

2036

I will take care of my sexual and reproductive health, mental and emotional health, skin care, and build muscle instead of fat.

Preventative Health Care in My 30s

2038

I will not smoke, wear sunscreen daily, reduce stress, monitor my BMI, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels, and get recommended diagnostic tests and screenings.

Healthy Eating in My 30s

2040

I will eat plenty of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean protein, and low or nonfat dairy products. I will limit my fast food and sodium intake and take supplements if necessary.

Preventative Health Care in My 40s

2042

I will make sure to make healthy lifestyle choices because this is an important decade for preventing health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, and many types of cancer.

Physical Activity in My 40s

2044

I will continue to get the proper amount of sleep and daily exercise to prevent health problems.

Healthy Eating in My 40s

2046

I will continue to eat a healthy diet and take supplements if necessary.

Special Concerns in My 40s

2048

I will take care of my sexual and reproductive health and prevent skin problems. I am aware that I may experience changes in vision, hearing loss, and symptoms of perimenopause.

Routine Health Care in My 40s

2050

I will get regular check-ups, dental exams, eye exams, blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, colorectal cancer, clinical breast, pelvic, mammogram, Pap, and bone density screenings, baseline skin exams, baseline EKGs, and immunizations.

Routine Health Care in My 50s

2052

I will get regular physical exams, dental exams, eye exams, blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, colorectal cancer, clinical breast, pelvic, mammogram, Pap, HPV, and bone density screenings, skin exams, baseline EKGs, and immunizations.

Preventative Health Care in My 50s

2054

To prevent diseases and health risks that come with age, I will drink alcohol in moderation, reduce stress, refrain from smoking or tobacco, challenge my mind, and receive routine health care.

Special Concerns in My 50s

2056

I will be aware of the many concerns that increase with age including cancer, menopause, high cholesterol, blood pressure, or blood sugar, chronic pain, hearing loss, vision changes, and many more.

Healthy Eating in My 50s

2058

I will eat nutritional foods, cut back on sodium, limit foods that are high in unhealthy fat, and talk to my doctor about taking supplements.

Physical Activity in My 50s

2060

I will get regular daily exercise and find a few activities that I enjoy. I will try to maintain a healthy weight and challenge my mind to improve brain function. I will also get enough sleep every night.

Physical Activity in My 60s

2062

I will get at least 30 minutes of exercise on most days and find an activity that I love to do. I will try to maintain a healthy weight and get the proper amount of sleep.

Preventative Health Care in My 60s

2064

I will avoid smoking, protect my heart from health disease by getting regular tests, drink alcohol in moderation, have a smoke and carbon monoxide detector, and reduce my risk for falls.

Healthy Eating in My 60s

2066

I will limit processed foods and eat a wide variety of foods including fruits and vegetables, whole grains rich in fiber, low or nonfat dairy products, and lean meats and proteins.

Special Concerns in My 60s

2068

I will be aware of the risks of health problems that increase with age, know the warning signs for heart attacks and strokes, talk to my doctor about every change, and follow my doctor's recommendations.

Routine Health Care in My 60s

2070

I will get regular check-ups, dental exams, eye exams, blood pressure, clinical breast, pelvic, mammogram, Pap, and bone density screenings, blood glucose tests, yearly skin exams, flu vaccines, colonoscopies, rectal exams and fecal occult blood tests, thyroid tests, and immunizations.