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The 20-Somethings
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Health Tips (20s)
Eat a healthy diet, exercise regularly, don't smoke or do drugs, drink alcohol in moderation, always wear a seat belt, get a good night's sleep. -
Routine Health Care (20s)
-Medical check-up every 2 years, including blood pressure screening
-Annual gynecological exam every 2-3 years, including breast exam & pap test
-Get regular eye exams and dental exams -
Special topics of concern (20s)
-Sexual health (safe sex)
-Mental health (reduce stress)
-Emotional health (watch for depression) -
My focus (20s)
Exercise regularly, take vitamins, practice good hygiene, avoid all tanning -
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The 30-Somethings
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Health Tips (30s)
Maintain a healthy weight, eat a healthy diet, reduce sodium in our diet, exercise regularly for 30-60 minutes most days, get a good night's sleep. -
Health Care (30s)
-Medical check-up every 1-2 years, including blood pressure screening, cholesterol screening, skin cancer screening
-Annual gynecological exam every 2-3 years, including breast exam & pap test
-Get regular eye exams and dental exams -
Special topics of concern (30s)
-Sexual & reproductive health (safe sex)
-Mental & emotional health (reduce stress)
-Skin care (moisturize daily)
-Back care & building muscle -
My Focus (30s)
Don't smoke, wear sunscreen, drink alcohol in moderation, reduce stress, watch BMI, wear my seat belt -
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The 40-Somethings
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Health Tips (40s)
Maintain healthy habits to prevent health problems, such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. -
Health Care (40s)
-Physical every 2-3 years, including BMI, blood & urine tests
-Dentist twice a year
-Eye exam every 2 years
-Blood pressure screening, cholesterol screening, diabetes screening, skin cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening
-Annual gynecological exam every 2-3 years, including breast exam & pap test
-Annual flu vaccine, tetanus booster every 10 years -
Special topics of concern (40s)
-Chronic pain (increased risk for arthritis, back pain, and tendonitis)
-Manage Stress (anxiety and depression)
-Watch indicators of heart health (Blood Pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides, and homocysteine levels)
-other concerns: Diabetes, weight distribution, osteoporosis
-Back care & building muscle -
My Focus (40s)
Continue to eat healthy and lower salt to keep blood pressure down, keep exercising regularly, and begin screenings for health problems that can begin to develop. -
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The 50-Somethings
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Health Tips (50s)
Good nutrition, stay both physicially and mentally active, challenge the mind, maintain a healthy weight, don't smoke, get a good night's rest, reduce stress. -
Health Care (50s)
-Physical every 2 years, including BMI, blood & urine tests, mental health screening
-Dentist twice a year
-Eye exam every 2 years
-Blood pressure screening, cholesterol screening, diabetes screening, skin cancer screening, colorectal cancer screening
-Annual gynecological exam every 2-3 years, including breast exam & pap test
-Annual flu vaccine, tetanus booster every 10 years, whooping cough, pneumococcal vaccine -
Special topics of concern (50s)
Abnormal blood sugar levels
Anxiety/Depression
Cancer
Changes in Vision
Chronic Pain
Hair Loss
Hearing Loss
Heart Disease
High blood pressure/cholesterol
Menopause
Osteoporosis
Overactive bladder/Incontinence
Skin problems
Thyroid problems -
My Focus (50s)
Continue to eath healthy and stay active. Reduce risk of osteoporosis by walking, swimming, and weight lifting. Get health screenings as recommended by my doctor. -
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The 60-Somethings
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Health Tips (60s)
Learn about the warning signs for serious medical conditions, like heart attack and stroke.
Talk to your doctor if you notice changes in your health.
Follow your doctor's recommendations for exams/screenings -
Health Care (60s)
Don't smoke, protect your heart, maintain a healthy weight, exercise regularly (at least 30 minutes), eat healthy, get regular check-ups -
Special topics of concern (60s)
Increased risk of:
-heart disease
-arthritis
-diabetes
-osteoporosis
-some cancers
-incontinence -
My Focus (60s)
Continue to eat healthy, exercise regularly, additional screenings as doctor recommends, bone density test.
