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Tips, Classes and
H ealth C orner Programs to help

you live healthier!

swimming, playing a sport, or even blood sugar. And when it comes to
dancing in your living room. Regular prostate and testicular health, don’t
exercise not only helps you maintain hesitate to have those uncomfortable
a healthy weight but also boosts your conversations with your doctor.
Men’s Health Month mood and reduces the risk of various Striving for a healthier you isn’t about
health conditions. being perfect. It’s about making small
Men’s Health Month, celebrated changes that add up to a big impact.
annually in June, serves as a reminder Don’t forget to fuel your body with Here’s to a healthier and happier you!
of the importance of prioritizing nutritious foods like fruits, vegetables,
men’s physical and mental well-being. lean proteins, and whole grains, and www.carolinehd.org, 410- 479-8000
By raising awareness and promoting practice moderation when it comes
education, Men’s Health Month aims to to unhealthy habits like alcohol use. Tips to Help a Friend or Family
empower men to make positive lifestyle Regular check-ups for blood pressure, Member Quit Smoking or Vaping
choices and address crucial health cholesterol levels, and diabetes are vital
matters. In this article, we will highlight to monitor cardiovascular health and By Heather Grove, BSN, RN
three key areas of men’s health that detect any potential issues early on.
Cigarettes and most electronic
deserve attention and action.
Prostate and Testicular Health cigarettes or vapes contain nicotine.
Mental Health We get it. Going to the doctor isn’t Nicotine is very addictive. Even when
We know it’s not always easy to talk exactly the highlight of your week, someone knows the dangers it can be
about our feelings, but it’s crucial to but it is essential for staying on top very hard for them to quit smoking
taking care of your mental well-being. of your health. Regular prostate and or vaping. According to the American
Stress, anxiety, and depression can hit testicular health screenings and self Lung Association, about 70% of people
anyone, so don’t be afraid to reach out examinations play a crucial role in early that smoke want to quit. Sometimes
for support. Talk to a friend, family detection of abnormalities. Familiarize people are hesitant to try to quit. Th ey
member, or a professional if you need yourself with the signs and symptoms may have tried in the past but fell
someone to listen. Remember, it’s not of these conditions, and speak to your back into their previous behavior and
weak to ask for help. It takes courage to doctor right away if you have concerns. may lack confidence that they can be

face your emotions head-on. Remember, early detection is oft en the successful.
key to successful treatment.
Cardiovascular Health Research shows that it can take 7-11
Cardiovascular diseases like heart So, gentlemen ... step up, take charge, times to quit and abstain for good. You
disease and stroke are leading causes of and rock Men’s Health Month like the may be wondering how you can help
death among men. But you don’t have champions you are. Schedule your your mom, brother, or best friend quit
to be a gym rat to stay in shape. Find annual check-up to keep tabs on your smoking or vaping. Quitting is a choice
activities you enjoy-whether it’s hiking, blood pressure, cholesterol level, and and having a good support system can

make a big difference when your loved
one is ready to try to quit. Here are a
few things you can do:
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Be encouraging - even when they are
just thinking about quitting or cutting
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back, maybe you could say something
Complying with New like “It’s so great your thinking about
Government Requirements quitting, have you thought about what
you might want to do with the money
FMCSA Certified Physician you’d save?” or “I noticed you took a

Prompt C.E. Jensen, MD walk after lunch today instead of going

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