Seasonal Allergies

It’s Never Too Late to Make a Healthy Lifestyle Change

05/01/2019

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May 1, 2019

Small Changes Can Make a Big Difference

Try one of these small changes to make a difference in your health:

Go to bed early tonight
Make that doctor’s appointment you’ve been putting off
Eat more fruits and vegetables today
Wash your hands
Check your blood pressure

Learn more about steps you can take towards healthy living.

Seasonal Allergies

Spring is finally here, but if you’re one of the millions of people with seasonal allergies, it also means sneezing, congestion, a runny nose, and a host of other symptoms. Check out our information about how to plan around pollen and avoid allergy triggers.

Skin Self-exam Can Help Spot Problems Early

Do a skin self-exam regularly to check for unusual growths or skin changes. Tell your health care provider right away if you notice new or unusual spots or moles or if you have a sore that does not heal. Learn how to do a skin self-exam.

Lower Your Risk of Diabetes

Studies show that you may be able to reduce the chance of developing type 2 diabetes by leading a healthy lifestyle. You can reduce your risk if you:

control your weight
eat a healthy diet
get regular exercise
don’t smoke, or quit smoking if you do smoke
minimize alcohol use

Learn how to prevent diabetes.

Tears

Tears are more than just the salty drops that fall from your eyes when you cry. Tears help wash away things that can irritate your eyes and help keep your eyes moist, which is important for your vision. Too many or too few tears can indicate a problem.