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Healthy Eating
Eat a healthy diet while maintaining a healthy weight. Make sure you get the proper nutrients you need. Do not smoke and avoid illegal substances. -
Period: to
20's
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Physical Activity
Exercise regularly to maintain a healthy weight and get enough sleep. -
Preventative Health Care
Protect your skin and eyes and avoid tanning beds. Practice good hygiene and find a primary care provider. Also be aware of family health history. -
Routine Health Care
Have a medical check up at least every 2 years, including a blood pressure screening. For women: Have a gynecological exam, clinical breast exam and Pap test every 2 to 3 years. Also, prenatal care is important if you are pregnant. For men: Have clinical testicular exam as recommended by your health care provider and perf orm regular self-exams. Get comprehensive eye exams along with recommended immunizations. -
Special Concerns
Be sure to take care of your sexual and mental health. Also, take control of your emotional health. -
Healthy Eating
Maintain a healthy balanced diet which will reduce risk for chronic health problems. -
Period: to
30's
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Physical Activity
Exercise regularly (30-60 minutes per day) to maintain a healthy weight. Along with this, get enough sleep. -
Preventative Health Care
Wear sunscreen outside and try to reduce stress. Monitor your body mass index (BMI), blood pressure and cholesterol levels to keep them in a healthy range. Follow your health care provider's recommendations for diagnostic tests and screening procedures. -
Routine Health Care
Women in their 30s should have a gynecological exam, clinic breast exam and Pap test as recommended and should speak with their health care provider bef ore becoming pregnant. Men should have a clinical testicular exam as recommended. Dental exam and cleaning every 6 to 12 months, or as recommended. Comprehensive eye exam and vision screening, every 1 to 2 years, should be done. Hearing test, Cholesterol screening, Skin cancer screening, and immunizations as recommended -
Special Concerns
Take care of your mental and emotional health. Skin care needs change as we age and many women (and men) in their 30s benef it from using a daily moisturizer as well as a gentle cleanser twice a day. Build muscle to keep your body from replacing it with fat. -
Healthy Eating
Make sure blood glucose levels remain normal to reduce the chance of type 2 diabetes. Eat right to prevent chronic conditions. -
Period: to
40's
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Physical Activity
Healthy habits such as exercising regularly can help prevent health problems -
Health Concerns
Chronic pain, stress, Blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides and homocysteine levels, resting heart rate, Blood glucose, BMI, Osteoporosis, and Anxiety and depression are some health concerns to be aware of when in your 40's. -
Additional Concerns
Sexual and reproductive health is an important part of overall health in your 40s. Men in their 40s may experience symptoms of testosterone deficiency, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH, enlarged prostate) or transient erectile dysfunction. Women in their 40s begin experiencing symptoms of perimenopause (e.g., hot flashes, irritability). Skin problems and changes in vision and hearing loss along with digestive problems can become prevalent. -
Health Care Recommendations
Physical exam (check-up)—Every 2 or 3 years. Dental exam and cleaning—Every 6 months to 1 year. Comprehensive eye exam—every 2 years. Blood pressure screening—Every 2 years. Cholesterol screening—Every 5 years. Diabetes screening—as recommended. Baseline skin exam to determine your skin cancer risk—subsequent exams may be performed every 3 months to 3–4 years, depending on your risk. Baseline EKG (electrocardiogram). Colorectal cancer screening—beginning at age 45 if at increased risk. -
Healthy Eating
Eat healthy and pay special attention to good nutrition and cut back on sodium (salt) in your diet. -
Period: to
50's
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Physical Activity
Stay physically and mentally active, especially to to reduce your risk for osteoporosis. Challenging your mind can improve brain f unction and overall health. As our metabolism naturally slows down as we age, you must keep a healthy body weight. Get enough sleep as well. -
Common Health Concerns
Health concerns include the following: Abnormal blood sugar levels, anxiety, cancer, changes in vision, chronic pain (arthritis, tendonitis, bursitis, back pain), depression, digestive issues, hair loss in men and women (thinning hair, male pattern baldness), hearing loss, heart disease, high blood pressure (hypertension), high cholesterol, triglycerides and homocysteine levels. -
Additional Concerns
Additional health concerns include menopause (average age of menopause in women in the U.S. is 51), osteoporosis (bone loss, thinning), overactive bladder (OAB), prostate issues (benign prostatic hyperplasia [BPH, enlarged prostate]), skin problems (adult acne, sun damage, age spots, wrinkles, dry skin), thyroid problems, and urinary incontinence. -
Health Care Recommendations
Physical exam (check-up)—at least every 2 years. Dental exam and cleaning—every 6 months. Comprehensive eye exam—every 2 years. Blood pressure screening—every year. Cholesterol screening—every 5 years. Diabetes screening—as recommended. Skin exam to determine your skin cancer risk—every year. Baseline EKG (electrocardiogram). Colorectal cancer screening—beginning at age 50. Immunizations as recommended. Screening tests for women and men in their 50s. -
Healthy Eating
Aging increases the risk for certain health problems, so eating healthy will help to prevent these problems from occurring. You need to get enough of the food groups everyday to continue to stay strong and energized. -
Period: to
60's
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Physical Activity
Get at least 30 minutes of exercise on most days of the week. Getting this exercise will help maintain a healthy weight and reduce risk for disease. -
Routine Health Care
Regular vaccines need to be obtained. Blood pressure screenings, bone density tests, clinical breast exams and mammograms, colonoscopies, dental exams, digital rectal exams and fecal occult blood tests, eye exams, fasting blood glucose tests, hepatitis vaccines, pap and pelvic tests, pneumonia vaccines, PSA tests for prostate cancer, shingles vaccines, testicular exams, tetanus shots, thyroid tests, and yearly skin exams should be done regularly. -
Additional Living Tips
If you have concerns over your cognitive function or mental health, seek a health care provider. Always wear a seat belt with lap/shoulder straps whenever you're in a car. Make sure you have a smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector on every floor of your home and in every bedroom. Take steps to reduce your risk for falls—in your home and when you're out. -
Addressing Health Concerns
Learn about the warning signs f or serious medical conditions like heart attack and stroke. Talk to your doctor if you notice any changes in, or have any questions or concerns about your health. Follow your health care providers' recommendations for examinations, screening procedures, diagnostic tests and preventative measures.
