There are plenty of things that you probably don’t know about your health and wellness. It’s important to be proactive and learn as much as you can to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Here are some things you should know:
Did you know that your health is determined by a variety of factors, including your lifestyle choices, environment, and genetics?
Did you know that your health is determined by a variety of factors, including your lifestyle choices, environment, and genetics?
Lifestyle choices: there are many ways to stay healthy, but some lifestyle changes can be hard to make. For example, quitting smoking or eating a balanced diet.
Environment: the weather plays an important role in your health as well. The more care you take out there in the elements, the better off you’ll be. For example – if it’s cold outside in winter, wear extra layers and gloves to keep warm – if it’s hot outside, drink lots of water – if it’s raining or snowing, watch out for slippery conditions so that you do not fall down etc.
Genetics: we inherit genetic information from our parents when they pass on these genes through DNA replication during reproduction (i.e., fertilization). This means we get half from one parent plus half from another parent. And this determines who we are as individuals!
Did you know that some health risks can be reduced by making healthy lifestyle choices, such as eating a nutritious diet, exercising regularly, and avoiding tobacco use?
In addition, did you know that your health can benefit from eating healthy foods and having an active lifestyle? Did you also know that your doctor can help prevent, diagnose, and treat some common diseases?
Knowing about these things could help you keep from getting sick, or using coffins as a bed. Learning how to stay healthy makes a big difference for everyone. It is especially important for people living with chronic illnesses like cancer, stroke, heart disease, diabetes, and other conditions.
Your doctor will work with you to create a personalized prevention plan based on your age, gender, family history of disease, and other factors. These screenings are often called “tests”—but they aren’t always tests in the traditional sense. For example: A colonoscopy may be part of your plan if you have colorectal cancer in your family. Or if you have a higher chance of getting it. But this isn’t actually a “test”—it is a screening to see if any colorectal cancer cells are present in your system so they can be removed before they become problematic.
Did you know that some health conditions, such as heart disease, stroke, and cancer, are more common in certain populations?
You may know about some of the things that can increase your risk for certain health conditions. For example, you may know that people who smoke, or who are overweight or obese, are more likely to develop heart disease. You may also know that people who do not eat a healthy diet and/or get enough physical activity are more likely to be overweight or obese.
However, did you know that some health conditions, such as heart disease, stroke, and cancer, are more common in certain populations?
Certain groups of people have higher rates of certain types of cancer due to their race/ethnicity (for example, African Americans have higher rates of prostate cancer than other racial/ethnic groups) or due to where they live (for example, Alaskan Natives have higher rates of lung and colorectal cancers than other racial/ethnic groups). People with chronic medical conditions (such as diabetes) may also be at an increased risk for developing serious complications from viral infections such as the flu.
People with disabilities may experience barriers in getting routine health care services and information on how to prevent diseases and stay healthy. These barriers may make it harder for them to take steps like getting a flu shot, or eating healthy.
Did you know that your health care provider can help you prevent or manage many health conditions?
You can talk with your health care provider about your health risks, including those that are related to your family history. Your health care provider can help you understand how to lower your risk for certain health conditions. They will also work with you to develop a plan to help prevent these conditions from developing in the future. He/she may also provide screenings or tests for certain conditions that you may be at higher risk for.
Did you know that there are many resources available to help you make healthy choices and stay informed about your health?
Your health care provider is the best person to share information about your personal medical history and well-being. However, there are many other resources available to you that can help you make healthy choices and stay informed about your health. These resources include health advocates and organizations like:
- Your local health department
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website
- The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) website
- Other websites of organizations dedicated to a specific disease or condition
- People in your community!
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