Preventive Care: Health Checklist
Healthy nutrition:
Daily consumption of fruits and vegetables.
Reduction of processed foods and added sugars.
Adequate water intake during the day.
Physical activity:
- Performing physical exercise regularly (at least 30 minutes a day).
- Variation of exercise routines to work different muscle groups.
- Include activities that increase cardiovascular endurance.
Medical reviews:
- Scheduling annual medical checkups.
- Carrying out preventive exams according to age and sex (mammograms, cancer screening tests, etc.).
- Monitoring of vaccines and updating them.
Mental health:
Practice relaxation or meditation techniques to reduce stress.
- Seek adequate rest and hours of sleep.
- Open communication about emotional or mental health problems.
Security:
- Use of protective equipment (seat belt, helmet, etc.).
- Avoid risky behaviors (consumption of harmful substances, irresponsible driving, etc.).
- Maintain a safe environment at home and in the workplace.
What is preventive care?
Preventive care encompasses healthcare strategies and methods designed to preempt illnesses, diseases, or injuries from manifesting or escalating in severity. It entails proactive endeavors to uphold optimal health and forestall potential health issues.
This form of care emphasizes early identification, risk evaluation, and lifestyle adjustments, all aimed at diminishing the likelihood of specific conditions arising, or alternatively, identifying them at an initial stage when treatment is more effective.