Women's Health | Healthy Living In Your 20's
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You're in your 20s! What can you do to live a healthier life? Be healthier with one — or all — of the steps below. Get the conversation started at your next well-woman visit with this list.
Every day, I will try to:
Eat healthy — use the MyPlate Plan to get started
Get at least 30 minutes of physical activity
Get at least 7 to 9 hours of sleep
Reach and maintain a healthy weight
Get help to quit or not start smoking
Limit alcohol use to 1 drink or less
Not use illegal drugs or misuse prescription drugs
Wear a helmet when riding a bike and wear protective gear for sports
Wear a seat belt in cars and not text and drive
Take 400 to 800 mcg of folic acid
I will talk to my doctor at least once a year about:
Whether I plan to get pregnant in the next year or the right birth control for me
My weight, diet, and physical activity level
Whether I use tobacco, alcohol, or drugs
Any violence in my life
Depression and any other mental health concerns
My family health history, especially of cancer, heart disease, and diabetes
Protecting myself from the sun and the hazards of tanning
I will ask my doctor whether I am at higher risk of or need tests, medicines, or vaccines this year for:
Blood pressure
Breast cancer prevention medicines
Chickenpox
Flu
Hepatitis A, B, and C
HIV
HPV
Measles, mumps, and rubella
Meningitis
Pap (if 21 or older)
Sexually transmitted infections
Tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough
Tuberculosis
Urinary incontinence
COVID19
Family Clinic Hulett
Our Family Clinic in Hulett provides continuing and comprehensive health care for individuals and families. Family Medicine, or Primary Care providers serve all people of all ages. Our team helps patients establish a medical home to monitor your health and manage chronic illnesses and conditions. In addition to full primary care services, we also provide women’s health services. Call 307-688-2235 today to book an appointment.
Source: https://www.womenshealth.gov/healthy-living-age/your-20s
