5 changes that can improve your life

This Men’s Health Month, you can address preventable health issues and lower your health risks by making lifestyle changes. Men are more likely than women to smoke and drink, delay checkups and medical care, and make risky choices. To feel your best and support your long-term health, take action with these tips.

5 healthy changes you can make today

Take charge with the top five healthy changes to help lower your risk of illness and death:

Don’t smoke.

Eat a healthy diet.

Maintain a healthy weight.

Exercise.

Manage stress.

Not sure where to start?

Our Best Health^®  wellness program offers free tools and resources to help you make these changes with healthier choices. Take the Wellness Assessment to learn about your health risks and how to lower them, get strategies to improve your well-being, and more. For more tips, check out the Healthy Living Programs to help you boost productivity, eat well and de-stress.

Preventive care is key

Preventive care — services like checkups, vaccinations and certain screening tests that you receive when you are well — can make a big difference in your long-term health. Even if you feel fine, it’s important to schedule preventive care visits with your primary care physician to avoid future health problems. During your visit, your doctor will determine what tests or health screenings are right for you based on your age, health status and family history.

Don’t miss important information on other National Health Observances

The key to staying healthy is prevention. That’s why we promote National Health Observances every month to help spread awareness and keep our members healthy. Learn more about recognizing signs of autism in children and tips to prevent skin cancer.