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Women’s Health

Staying healthy and well is one of the most important things women can do for themselves and for their loved ones, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are some ways women can put their health first:

 

Stay Active

Regular exercise can help women boost their mood, maintain a healthy weight, and improve sleep. It also lowers risk for heart disease, breast cancer, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. Women should speak with their doctor about what type of exercise is right for them.

Eat Healthy
Eating healthy can help women improve their health and prevent diseases. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, as well as lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs, and nuts. Avoid having too much sodium, sugar, cholesterol, saturated fats, and trans fats.
Get Regular Checkups
Regular checkups and wellness exams help women increase their chances of living a longer, healthier life. Women should check with their primary care provider about the care and screenings they need, and whether they should schedule an in-person or telehealth appointment.

Follow Recommended Screenings

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Maintain Healthy Levels
A well-rounded diet and regular exercise can help keep women’s blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar at healthy levels. Women should talk to their primary care provider or heart specialist about safely reducing their risk and setting goals for a healthier heart.
Avoid Smoking
Smoking or using tobacco products greatly increases women’s risk of heart disease. Women who want to quit should speak to their primary care provider for help and to see if there are medications or nicotine replacement products that are right for them. Non-smokers who have high blood pressure or high blood cholesterol also have a greater risk of developing heart disease when they’re exposed to secondhand smoke.

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May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month
5/3/2021 • Posted by Fidelis Care

 

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As temperatures get warmer, it’s time to head outdoors and enjoy the sunshine. Whether you’re going to a park, playground, or beach, it’s important to practice safety in the sun to help prevent skin cancer.

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States, and melanoma is the most dangerous one. Anyone can develop it, and it can appear anywhere on the body. Melanoma can be caused by getting too much ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun or from sources such as indoor tanning. 

When going outside, it is key to:

• Seek shade
• Wear clothes that cover the skin from the sun
• Wear a wide-brim sun hat
• Wear sunglasses
• Wear sunscreen of at least SPF 15

Regular skin self-exams can help detect skin cancer and melanoma in its earliest stages, giving people the best chance for successful treatment. Look for changes or new, unusual growths on  your skin by following these instructions from the American Academy of Dermatology:

• Examine your body – front and back in the mirror – then look at the right and left sides with your arms raised.
• Bend elbows and look carefully at forearms, underarms, and palms.
• Look at the backs of your legs and feet, the spaces between your toes, and the soles of your feet.
• Examine the back of your neck and scalp with a hand mirror. Part hair for a closer look. 
• Finally, check your back with a hand mirror.

If you have any questions or concerns, please follow up with your health care provider.

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