Suggestions for Maintaining Your Health
Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital
- Make an appointment for a preventive health examination as recommended. Report symptoms of concern early.
- Exercise aerobically for a minimum of 30 minutes seven days a week.
- Plan meals which are low in saturated fat and high in fiber with plenty of fruits and vegetables.
- Minimize risks involved in your sexual practices.
- Make your home and workplace a smoke-free environment.
- Practice home-safety measures for poisoning prevention and firearm safety. Regularly check your smoke detectors.
- Fasten your seat belt when driving, and wear a helmet when on a motorcycle or bicycle. All children under 12 should be properly secured in the back seat if possible.
- Seek help early for alcohol or drug abuse, depression or mood changes.
- Learn about and perform regular skin self-examinations. Protect your skin from sun damage with sunblock and clothing.
- Women should learn about and perform the breast self-examination monthly early in the menstrual cycle.
- Men should learn about and perform testicular self-examinations.
- Wellness includes balance between work, home and play.
