STEPS TO LIVE A SAFER AND HEALTHIER LIFE

1. It’s never too early or late to work towards
being your healthiest you!

2. STEPS TO LIVE
A SAFER AND HEALTHIER LIFE
 Get an annual medical check-up
 Get my blood pressure checked
 Eat healthy
 Maintain a healthy weight
 Get at least 30 minutes of physical
activity most days
 Quit smoking or don’t start
 Limit alcohol use
 Get a seasonal flu shot
 Ask what other shots you need

3. Women’s Health Week
Common types of cancer that affect women:
Breast cancer
Cervical cancer
Colon and rectal cancers
Lung cancer
Ovarian cancer
Skin cancer
Uterine cancer

4. Women’s Health Week
BREAST CANCER
Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women during their lives, and many of
us know someone — a mother, sister, friend — who has had it.
Some women do not get regular mammograms because of cost and
lack of insurance.

5. Women’s Health Week
CERVICAL CANCER
Cervical cancer happens most often in women 30 years or older but all
women are at risk.
It is the easiest gynecological cancer to prevent with regular screening
tests and vaccination.

6. Women’s Health Week
COLORECTAL CANCER
Colorectal is the third leading cause of cancer death among men and
women. It is most often found in people over the age of 50.
If colorectal cancer is found in its early stages, it is up to 90 percent
curable.

7. Women’s Health Week
LUNG CANCER
In 2004, lung cancer accounted for more deaths
than any other cancer type
The best way to prevent lung cancer is to quit (or never start) smoking.
Even if you have been smoking for many years, it's never too late to benefit
from quitting

8. Women’s Health Week
OVARIAN CANCER
Ovarian cancer is cancer that begins in the ovaries. The ovaries make
female hormones and produce a woman's eggs.
Ovarian cancer is a serious cancer that is more common in older women.
Treatment is most effective when the cancer is found early.

9. Women’s Health Week
SKIN CANCER
The number of new cases of skin cancer appears to be rising each year.
The good news is that skin cancer is now almost 100 percent curable if
found early and treated promptly.
Most skin cancers appear after age 50. But the sun's damaging effects
begin at an early age.

10. Women’s Health Week
UTERINE CANCER
Some women who get uterine cancer have certain risk factors, or things in
their life that cause them to have a higher chance of getting this disease.
If you have abnormal bleeding, talk with your health care provider.

11. Women’s Health Week
GET RECOMMENDED SCREENINGS AND PREVENTIVE
CARE
Take steps to protect your health by getting the care you need to
prevent disease, disability, and injuries. Regular check-ups are
important. Preventive care can keep disease away or detect
problems early, when treatment is more effective. Talk to your
health care provider to learn more about what screenings and
exams you need and when.

12. Women’s Health Week
KEEP MOVING
Physical activity is one of the most important things
you can do for your health and has many benefits
including lowering your risk for many diseases

13. Women’s Health Week
ENJOY HEALTHY FOODS
Enjoy the taste, nutrients, bounty, and colors of fruits,
vegetables, and other healthy foods. With all of the
information about nutrition, food choices, and recipes
out there, it's easy to have a healthy eating plan. Learn
the basics and move toward a lifestyle of healthier
eating habits.

14. Women’s Health Week
PRIORITIZE MENTAL HEALTH
Keep your mind and body healthy. There is emerging evidence that
positive mental health is associated with improved health outcomes.

15. Women’s Health Week
PRACTICE HEALTHY BEHAVIORS
Daily decisions influence overall health. Small actions like
washing your hands, and wearing a seat belt can help keep
you safe and healthy, and set a good example for others.

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