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Take a confident, active role in staying well. Know what to do in times of illness, injury, or emergency. Become a health-savvy consumer. If you follow these simple guidelines, you will have the knowledge and confidence to manage your own health.
  • Find out what your health risks are. Have a medical exam to assess the status of your health. Follow your healthcare provider's recommendations.
  • Determine your health needs and set realistic, achievable goals. Set up both a task and reward program to keep you on track.
  • Get answers to your health questions. Seek out credible health resources such as the local library, bookstores, organizations, community courses, a reliable Internet source, medical call line, or licensed or certified health professionals.
  • Practice prevention. Preventing disease is much better than having a disease. Schedule periodic screening tests specific to your age. Perform your monthly self-examinations. Wear sunscreen. Safeguard against avoidable accidents. Buckle up in the car and test all smoke detectors in your home.
  • Adopt healthy lifestyle habits. Eat a balanced, low-fat, low sugar, high fiber diet. Incorporate exercise into your daily routine. Quit smoking. Drink in moderation if you drink at all. Learn to relax.
  • Maintain a healthful environment in which to live. Keep a clean home. Launder clothing and bedding regularly.
  • Build lasting friendships. Everyone needs family and friends for loving, emotional, and social support.
  • Protect your family from domestic violence. Call the police, your doctor, your friends, a domestic violence shelter, or a local hotline for help if there is domestic violence in your home.

People who have the confidence to care for themselves during minor illness or injury usually recover faster. Start today. Follow these guidelines to develop the confidence you need to take charge of your health.




  Disclaimer: This content is reviewed periodically and is subject to change as new health information becomes available. The information provided is intended to be informative and educational and is not a replacement for professional medical evaluation, advice, diagnosis or treatment by a healthcare professional.

  HIA File PRV4659F.HTM Release 9.0/2006. Copyright © 2006 McKesson Corporation and/or one of its subdiaries. All Rights Reserved.


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