August 18, 2003

Healthy Living

In an era of rising medical costs and managed care, each of us has a responsibility for taking charge of our own health. By maintaining a healthy lifestyle we are more likely to enjoy and extend our years. Learn how at the following sites.

American Academy of Family Physicians
Guidelines for healthy living and what you can do to keep your health. http://familydoctor.org/healthfacts/086/index.html

Lab Tests Online
Encourages consumers to develop a basic health competency, which includes practicing preventive care, understanding your risks, and seeking appropriate tests and treatment... http://www.labtestsonline.org/understanding/features/screening-4.html

Personal Health Guide
A U.S. Government guide for health care consumers and providers on health tests, immunizations, and guidance on staying healthy. http://www.ahrq.gov/ppip/ppadult.htm

Annual Physical Examination and Testing
Guidelines for preventive health care from the American College of Physicians. http://www.annals.org/issues/v136n9/fpdf/200205070-00002.pdf

Centers for Disease Control
Makes the case for physical activity and good nutrition and their relationship to chronic disease. http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/aag/aag_dnpa.htm

Spirituality and Family Health
Discusses the link between spirituality and health. http://kidshealth.org/parent/positive/family/spirituality.html

MayoClinic.com
Advice for seniors on living a long and healthy life. http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?id=HA00017

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