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The Perks of Quitting You are likely to add years to your life, breathe more easily, have more energy, and save money Lower your risk

Asymmetry: One half looks different Borders: They are irregular Color: Changes or more than one Diameter: Bigger than a pencil eraser Evolving: Growth and changes

Getting sick with something that feels unusual can be scary, but we are here with tips to help you through it. Rest When you are

Wear Sunglasses Protect your eyes from too much sunlight by wearing sunglasses that block ultraviolet (UV) radiation and a hat with a wide brim when

Student-provided care that is monitored by trained professionals: www.nidcr.nih.gov/sites/default/files/2019-09/finding-low-cost-dental-care_0.pdf Dental Schools: www.adha.org/dental-hygiene-programs Community Health Centers: www.findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov United Way chapters may be able to direct you

Possible Reasons for Dry Skin Not drinking enough liquids Spending too much time in the sun or sun tanning Being in very dry air Smoking

Brush 2x Daily Brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. Floss Regularly Don’t forget to add flossing to your dental hygiene routine! Quit

Conditions Linked to Fatigue: Anxiety Depression Grief Stress Lack of Control Lack of Sleep Too Much Caffeine Too Much Alcohol Excessive Junk Food Boredom  

Follow these tips to avoid injury and make the most of your exercise! Start Slowly If you jump right in with intensity, your muscles, heart,

Wear safety gear Use a mat Hydrate Stretch Warm up Rest   Find out more at the National Institute on Aging

DON’T! Start Fast Hold Your Breath Expect Immediate Results Skip Warming Up Skip Meals DO! Start Slow Talk to your Doctor Make a plan Hydrate

Calcium Calcium works with vitamin D to keep bones strong at all ages. Calcium is found in milk and milk products, canned fish with soft

Your pain is valid! Consider talking to your doctor about the following questions in regard to your pain: Where? When? Is it sharp? Is it

Follow our tips to get the most out of your teeth-cleaning routine! Brush Gently Gently brush your teeth on all sides with a soft-bristle brush

Before trying anything new, consult with your doctor. Consider acupuncture or biofeedback. Try massage therapy and/or physical therapy. Discuss pain medication options with your doctor.

Beta-carotene Found in fruits and vegetables that are either dark green or dark orange Selenium Found in seafood, liver, meat, and grains Vitamin C Found

Watch for the following: Stops doing activities they like Looks messy Has trouble sleeping Starts losing weight for no reason Becomes withdrawn, agitated, or violent

Try them all to get the benefits! Endurance This is when you do an activity to increase your breathing and heart rate. It doesn’t have

1. Endurance Brisk walking or jogging Yard work (mowing, raking, digging) Dancing 2. Strength Lifting weights Using a resistance band Using your own body weight

Depression is NOT a normal part of aging. Learn the signs and how to get help. Signs and Symptoms Decreased energy or fatigue Persistent sad,