The best time
to plant a tree
is 20 years ago.
The second best
time is now.
–Proverb
It’s harvest time!
AFTER A LONG
growing season with warm,
relaxing days of summer, it is time to reap our
harvest for the fall. If your tomatoes are not quite
there or your lettuce looks listless, don’t worry. There
is still time to put in a late-season crop.
This can be the same with your health as well. No
matter what your age, there are always actions you
can take to improve your health.
In addition to improving your diet and moving
more, your family can try these healthy steps.
Manage your health.
Take charge of your
health by finding a primary care provider to be your
partner. Together you can identify concerns early on
and actively manage chronic conditions like asthma
or diabetes and possibly even prevent some ailments.
Stay sharp.
Learning new things helps keep
your brain sharp. Kids do it naturally through play,
but adults may need to set some goals. Whether you
choose to pick up a new skill or drive a different
route across town, challenging your brain helps keep
it healthy.
Sleep soundly.
During sleep, your body repairs
tissues, generates new cell growth, and processes
activities from the day. At each age, your body requires
a different amount of sleep to function at its best.
Taking small steps each day can positively impact
your health. At PeaceHealth, we are here to partner
with you and your neighbors to make healthy strides.
Read on in this issue to see how our joint efforts are
having an impact in our community.
Learn more about your particular
sleep needs at
peacehealth.org/healthy-you
.
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center
PeaceHealth Medical Group
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center Foundation
Fall 2016