Ring in the new year with a renewed commitment to your well-being! True wellness is about nurturing your whole self: body, mind, and spirit. Here are three important steps to kick-start your journey.
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Schedule your early wellness exam. Don't wait for a health issue to arise, be proactive. A yearly wellness exam with your primary care doctor helps you take control of your health and during this visit you will:
- Review your health history to identfiy potential risks
- Check your vital signs and discuss recommended screenings and vaccines
- Work with you to create a personalized plan to prevent future problems
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Get an annual eye exam. Your eyes are a window to your health, and a yearly eye exam can reveal more than whether you need glasses. A comprehensive dilated eye exam can find eye diseases early before you notice symptoms. It can also spot signs of serious health problems like high blood pressure or diabetes.
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Make healthy habits a routine. Being healthy isn't just about a yearly checkup. It's about what you do everyday like eating balanced meals, moving your body, getting enough sleep, managing stress, and staying away from harmful habits.
Why it matters - Healthy lifestyle habits reduce the risk of chronic diseases, improve physical and mental health, and boost your overall quality of life.
- The annual wellness checkup helps prevent and detect diseases early, when they are easier to treat.
- An annual eye exam can identify systemic health issues and eye diseases, so you can maintain healthy vision and prevent vision loss.
By scheduling annual doctor visits and choosing daily habits that support your health, you're building a stronger, healthier you for the year ahead. Discover the path to your healthist self by
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