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Period: to
20's
get good sleep, drink responsibly, avoid stress, make sure you are happy with your life, if sexually active get regular STD tests, exercise daily, eat healthy, develop a budget and become more independent, prevent injuries, go to a doctors regularly -
get regular check ups
Get regular hearing and seeing exams, check for good levels of blood pressure and cholesterol, be up to date on immunizations, see a gynecologist regularly (monthly breast exams, paps every 2-3 years), go to the dentist once or twice a year, see dermatologist if you have skin problems, and if pregnant get prenatal care -
Get regular exercise
calculate BMI regularly (below 25 is best), start weight training exercises to prevent osteoporosis, work out 30 min a day -
Maintain a healthy lifestyle
eat healthy (lots of fruit and veggies, limit fast food intake, eat whole grains and low fat dairy), get all important nutrients, don't smoke or do illegal drugs, drink in moderation (1-2 drinks a day), get enough sleep, avoid hazardous things (tanning, drinking and driving, don't text and drive, ect.), practice good hygiene, -
Other healthy choices
Maintain healthy friendships, create balance in your life, try new things, find things you enjoy, make sure you are happy with your life, reduce stress -
Period: to
30's
do all of the above and:
start preventative health measures, build muscle, take care of your back, start moisturizing and taking care of your skin, take care of your mental and emotional health, don't overuse injuries, get enough sleep, -
Healthy choices for your 30's
Start checking your self for common cancers, reduce sodium in your diet, get a good amount of sleep, use prescriptions like you are told, install smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in your house, get diagnostic tests, follow all safety regulations, take care of your reproductive health (you might have kids in your 30's) -
Period: to
40's
Do all of the healthy lifestyles from your 20's and 30's but include:
reduce chronic pain, keep your stress levels down, check your blood glucose, check your mental health status, check for osteoporosis, expect changes in hearing and eyesight, you may experience urinary and digestive problems -
Healthy choices for your 40's
Make sure you have regular check ups for; physical exam, dental exam, eye exams, blood pressure and cholesterol screenings, diabetes screening, skin exams, baseline EKG, colorectal cancer exams, immunizations, for women regular paps, mammograms, pelvic exams, and bone density tests -
Period: to
50's
Follow all tips in from your 20's, 30's, and 40's
exercise more to prevent osteoporosis, challenge your mind, be sure to maintain a healthy weight (especially after menopause), sleep more, lower stress -
Healthy choices for your 50's
As you get older you have more health risks, here are a few;
abnormal blood sugar levels, anxiety, cancer, changes in vision, chronic pain, depression, digestive issues, erectile dysfunction, hair loss, hearing loss, heart disease, high blood pressure and cholesterol, menopause (for women), osteoporosis, overactive bladder, prostate problems, skin problems, thyroid problems, urinary problems -
Period: to
60's
Follow all health concerns for the ages below and;
learn about warning signs for things like heart attacks and strokes, talk to your doctor about all changes in your health, protect your heart, make sure you follow your medications instructions, keep your mind sharp, practice safe sex, learn CPR, reduce fall risks, reset water heater to below 130°F -
Healthy choices for your 60's
start getting some of these tests when you turn 60 (still get all the tests from when you are younger just add these new ones);
flu vaccine, colonoscopy, hepatitis vaccine, fasting blood glucose test, rectal exam, fecal occult blood test, pneumonia vaccine, PSA tests, shingles vaccine, testicular exam, tetanus shot, thyroid test, yearly skin exams
